Environment and Natural Resources (ENR) Classes
Virginia Cooperative Extension Horticulture classes are free (unless noted) and are open to the public. Pre-registration is required for classes. Note that class cancellations are determined by the weather and number of registrations. For more information or to register call the Extension Master Gardener Help Desk at 703-792-7747 or register online using our Horticulture Class Registration Form.
April thru October 12 Schedule of Classes.pdf (PDF version for printing)
Profitable Greenhouse Production of Local Produce
Tuesday, May 15, 2012
Where: Old Courthouse, 9248 Lee Avenue, Manassas, 20110
Time: 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
At this training, VCE Specialists will cover:
High Tunnel Production of Local Produce
Greenhouse Selection and Construction
Crop Production Details
Integrated Pest Management for Greenhouse Edibles
Marketing Your Local Produce
Is Your Operation Profitable?
Saturday in the Garden
May 19, 2012 - Master Gardener Plant Sale!
Class topic: Put Out the Welcome Mat for Pollinators &
Harvesting Rain Water with Rain Barrels
Children's Program: "Rub-a-dub-dub - Birds in a tub" - Help a Hummingbird!
Prince William Drinking Water Clinic
Kick-off Meeting: Nov. 5, 2012
Follow-up Meeting: Dec. 5, 2012
Old Courthouse Manassas
9246 Lee Street
Manassas, VA 20110
7:00 - 8:30 pm
The goal of the Virginia Household Water Quality Program is to improve the water quality of Virginians with private water supplies such as wells, springs and cisterns. The clinic will also give participants the results of their water sample tests and information about possible treatment options. How much does it cost? $55. For more information please call 703-792-6285 or go to www.wellwater.bse.vt.edu/vahwqp.php.
*Samples must be dropped off on Nov. 7, 2012, by noon at the VCE - Prince William Office, 8033 Ashton, Suite 105, Manassas, 20109.
B.E.S.T Lawns (More information)
Building Environmentally Sustainable Turf
Learn turf fertilization maintenance practices and timing that prevents problems. Enroll today for just $25 and you can have a BEST Lawn too! Call 703-792-7747 if you have questions or for an application.
Extension Horticulture Help Desk
Drop off samples at the office or leave a message about your insect disease or gardening question. Staffed by Master Gardener Volunteers.
Virginia Cooperative Extension complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you are a person with a disability and require auxiliary aids services or other accommodations for a workshop meeting or event please discuss your accommodation needs with Virginia Cooperative Extension at (703-792-6285/TDD PC 1-800-828-1120) at least five days prior to the event.