SIMPSON — College of Illinois Extension is providing a terrific way for nearby youngsters to discover about gardening and the outside and assistance their community.
Youth are invited to join Extension employees and volunteers for gardening lessons this summer. Lessons will be held at the Dixon Springs Ag Centre in Simpson on Thursdays from 9-11 a.m. throughout the months of June and July.
In the course of each and every course, individuals can aid with garden duties, these types of as harvesting and weighing produce, watering plants and planting seeds. All develop that is harvested is donated back again to the local community.
Every single class will also feature a lesson and exercise. Lesson topics will involve pollinators, indigenous vegetation, composting, herbs, succulents and extra.
For more facts or to sign up, go to https://go.illinois.edu/dsacyouthsummerclasses. A finish listing of subject areas and presenters can also be discovered on the registration website page.
These lessons are totally free, but registration is needed and house is minimal.
All those needing a affordable accommodation to take part in this system can get hold of Jennifer Warren at 618-695-2441.
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