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Master Gardeners and Watershed Stewards of Berks County Present Webinars

by Penn State Extension

Mar 09, 2021

Join our trained Master Gardeners and Master Watershed Stewards of Berks County as they lead several webinars this spring. Residents of Berks County and beyond can learn about rain barrels, home composting, gardening for wildlife and more! Topics and descriptions, dates and times, and registration links all included below. All presentations will be held virtually through Zoom.

Gardening for Birds – Thursday, March 25, 7:00 p.m.

Description: This presentation will focus on what you can do to attract birds to your backyard. A trained Master Gardener discuss the most common birds in PA, where to look for them, and what plants to add to your landscape to help attract, house, protect, feed and find our aviary friends!

Cost: free

Host: Kutztown Community Library

Registration link: https://forms.gle/eqP6xCNM9sXMaTCZ7

 

Gardening for WildlifeSaturday, March 27, 10:00 a.m.

Description:  In this program, you will learn how to attract wildlife to your garden from a trained Master Gardener. Learn which plants will help you provide habitat for the wildlife in your area. This event is part of Hawk Mountain’s Discovery Institute series. A private link to the webinar will be emailed to all registrants about one hour before the start of the live program. A recording of the webinar will be posted and shared to all registrants following the event.

Cost: $8 (non-member), $5 (Hawk Mountain Sanctuary member)

Host: Hawk Mountain Sanctuary

Registration link: https://hawkmountain.ticketleap.com/gardening-for-wildlife-webinar-2021/dates/Mar-27-2021_at_1000AM (Registration closes two hours before the start of the program.)

 

Home Composting: Nature’s Recycler – April 1, 7:00-8:15 p.m.

Description:  Join us and learn how to use your kitchen scraps and yard waste to improve your garden! Home composting can turn your garden trash into garden cash (black gold). Home Composting: Nature’s Recycler will provide an overview of the benefits and the simple steps of home composting. Attendees will learn the amazing natural processes that will turn kitchen scraps and yard waste into compost that can be used to improve your ornamental and vegetable garden. Best practices for home composting will be presented.

Cost: $5

Host: Penn State Extension

Registration link: https://extension.psu.edu/home-composting-natures-recycler

 

Garden Destinations in Berks and Beyond – April 15, 7:00-8:15 p.m.

Description:  Join us to learn about all the fun day trips in and around Berks County! The destinations discussed during Garden Destinations in Berks and Beyond will all be well worth your time to visit this upcoming season. Most of the destinations will be in Berks County and are an easy one-day trip. You can potentially experience the azaleas and rhododendrons in May at the Welkinweir Estate near Pottstown as well as the colorful Malcolm Gross Rose Gardens near Allentown. Hershey Gardens is another great place that will be spotlighted, with its unusual butterfly atrium. You will learn about the rooftop gardens at Reading Hospital, and the student-designed gardens at Conrad Weiser School District. Let’s not forget the spectacular display gardens closer to Philadelphia such as the Tyler Arboretum, Longwood Gardens, Chanticleer, Mt. Cuba, and more! Join us to learn about all the easy and fun trips you can take this year!

Cost: $5

Host: Penn State Extension

Registration link: https://extension.psu.edu/garden-destinations-in-berks-and-beyond

 

Gardening for Birds – April 17, 10:00 a.m.

Description: This presentation will focus on what you can do to attract birds to your backyard. A trained Master Gardener discuss the most common birds in PA, where to look for them, and what plants to add to your landscape to help attract, house, protect, feed and find our aviary friends!

Host: Township of Spring Library

Registration information: Contact Spring Township for registration information: #610-373-9888 or [email protected].

 

We Can CompostSunday, April 18, 2:00 p.m.

Description:  In this webinar, you’ll learn how to turn kitchen scraps into a valuable soil amendment – compost! A Master Gardener volunteer from Penn State Extension, Berks County, will share the many benefits of compost for soil and plant health. This event is part of Hawk Mountain’s Discovery Institute series. A private link to the webinar will be emailed to all registrants about one hour before the start of the live program. A recording of the webinar will be posted and shared to all registrants following the event.

Cost: $8 (non-member), $5 (Hawk Mountain Sanctuary member)

Host: Hawk Mountain Sanctuary

Registration link: https://hawkmountain.ticketleap.com/you-can-compost-2021/dates/Apr-18-2021_at_0200PM (Registration closes two hours before the start of the program.)

 

Rain Barrel WorkshopThursday, April 29, 7:00 p.m.

Description:  Interested in collecting rain to water your garden? Join a Penn State Extension Master Watershed Steward as they guide you through the process of constructing your own, fully functioning rain barrel. This event is part of Hawk Mountain’s Discovery Institute series. A private link to the webinar will be emailed to all registrants about one hour before the start of the live program. A recording of the webinar will be posted and shared to all registrants following the event.

Cost: $8 (non-member), $5 (Hawk Mountain Sanctuary member)

Host: Hawk Mountain Sanctuary

Registration link: https://hawkmountain.ticketleap.com/rain-barrel-workshop-2021/dates/Apr-29-2021_at_0700PM (Registration closes two hours before the start of the program.)

For more information about either the Master Gardeners or Master Watershed Stewards of Berks County, including how to become a volunteer, please contact program coordinator, Natalie Marioni at 610-378-1327 or [email protected].

To reach a trained Master Gardner for home gardening assistance, please email [email protected]. For questions related to managing runoff on your property, home ponds, rain barrels, rain gardens, or streamside property care, connect with a train Master Watershed Steward by emailing [email protected].

The Pennsylvania State University encourages qualified persons with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation or have questions about the physical access provided, please contact us at 610-378-1327 in advance of your participation or visit.

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