Lee County Extension
Calendar of Events
January 2010
| 12 | Food Managers Certification Class" is a comprehensive food handler training which includes the current regulations to assist in taking the ServSafe Manager's Exam (through the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation). This National Certification is valid for five years. In Florida, certification is required for food managers of all establishments licensed by the Dept. of Business and Professional Regulation, Dept. of Ag and Consumer Services, and selected licenses of the Dept. of Health. No walk in registrations. A score of 75% is required for passing the Exam. Bring your lunch. To register call toll free 1-888-232-8723, email FSQP@ifas.ufl.edu or via web http://foodsafety.ifas.ufl.edu |
February 2010
| 17 | Food Managers Certification Class" is a comprehensive food handler training which includes the current regulations to assist in taking the ServSafe Manager's Exam (through the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation). This National Certification is valid for five years. In Florida, certification is required for food managers of all establishments licensed by the Dept. of Business and Professional Regulation, Dept. of Ag and Consumer Services, and selected licenses of the Dept. of Health. No walk in registrations. A score of 75% is required for passing the Exam. Bring your lunch. To register call toll free 1-888-232-8723, email FSQP@ifas.ufl.edu or via web http://foodsafety.ifas.ufl.edu |
March 2010
| 11 | Food Managers Certification Class" is a comprehensive food handler training which includes the current regulations to assist in taking the ServSafe Manager's Exam (through the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation). This National Certification is valid for five years. In Florida, certification is required for food managers of all establishments licensed by the Dept. of Business and Professional Regulation, Dept. of Ag and Consumer Services, and selected licenses of the Dept. of Health. No walk in registrations. A score of 75% is required for passing the Exam. Bring your lunch. To register call toll free 1-888-232-8723, email FSQP@ifas.ufl.edu or via web http://foodsafety.ifas.ufl.edu |
April 2010
| 7 | Food Managers Certification Class" is a comprehensive food handler training which includes the current regulations to assist in taking the ServSafe Manager's Exam (through the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation). This National Certification is valid for five years. In Florida, certification is required for food managers of all establishments licensed by the Dept. of Business and Professional Regulation, Dept. of Ag and Consumer Services, and selected licenses of the Dept. of Health. No walk in registrations. A score of 75% is required for passing the Exam. Bring your lunch. To register call toll free 1-888-232-8723, email FSQP@ifas.ufl.edu or via web http://foodsafety.ifas.ufl.edu |
May 2010
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59th Annual Florida Beef Cattle Short Course.
Location: Hilton University of Florida Conference Center, Gainevsille, FL Topic: The course focuses on unique challenges facing our beef industry; beef production issues, urban growth, global competition, changing consumer demands, and economic and environmental sustainability. Click on link for additional information and registration process: http://conference.ifas.ufl.edu/beef/index.htm |
| 13 | Food Managers Certification Class" is a comprehensive food handler training which includes the current regulations to assist in taking the ServSafe Manager's Exam (through the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation). This National Certification is valid for five years. In Florida, certification is required for food managers of all establishments licensed by the Dept. of Business and Professional Regulation, Dept. of Ag and Consumer Services, and selected licenses of the Dept. of Health. No walk in registrations. A score of 75% is required for passing the Exam. Bring your lunch. To register call toll free 1-888-232-8723, email FSQP@ifas.ufl.edu or via web http://foodsafety.ifas.ufl.edu |
June 2010
July 2010
August 2009
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Florida Small Farms & Alternative Enterprises Conference. Location: Osceola Heritage Park, Kissimmee, Florida Time: August 1 - 7:00A-6:00P August 2 - 7:30A-3:30P Website: http://smallfarms.ifas.ufl.edu Any questions, please call Laurie Osborne at 1-386-362-1725 X102. |
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Rain Barrel Workshop Location: Rutenberg Eco Living Center, 6940 South Pointe Blvd., Fort Myers, FL Time: 9:00-11:00AM Cost: $35.00 per Rain Barrel Registration: 239-533-4327 (check payable to) LCOEAB, (mail to) Lee County Extension, 3406 Palm Beach Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33916, Attn: Tom Lee County Extension Educators will teach you how to set up a recycled 55-gallon plastic barrel to collect rain water from your roof. Use the water for your landscape plants, potted plants, vegetable and herb gardens, special plant collections, etc. Workshop provides set-up instruction, maintenance, artistic possibilities and a reference booklet included. This workshop will show you how to conserve water, save money, and protect water quality. --CLOSED-- |
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Urban Farming 101 - Vegetable and Herb Production Location: SW Florida Enterprise Center, 3903 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Fort Myers, FL Time: 5:30-8:00PM Cost: $40.00 Week 1 - Planning the Urban Farm Instructors: Roy Beckford, Lee County Agriculture and Natural Resources Agent; Gene McAvoy, UF/IFAS Hendry County Extension, and Robert Halman, UF/IFAS Collier County Extension To register: call Michele Jones, 239-321-7085 |
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Pesticide Certification Testing. Location: Lee County Extension, 3406 Palm Beach Blvd., Fort Myers, FL Time: 9:00AM-12:00Noon No appointment needed. Available exams include: CORE, Ornamental and Turf, Limited Commercial Landscape, Limited Lawn and Ornamental, Natural Areas, Right-of-Way, Private Applicator, Aquatic and more. Call 239-533-7504 for more information. |
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Introduction to
Beekeeping. Location: Lee County Extension Office, 3406 Palm Beach Blvd., Fort Myers, FL Time: 8:30AM - 4:00PM Morning sessions - Extension Afternoon sessions - Farm of a BASF member beekeeper. Cost: $90 Registration deadline: 7/16/2009 For registration details, please call 239-533-7514. |
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Urban Farming 101 - Vegetable and Herb Production Location: SW Florida Enterprise Center, 3903 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Fort Myers, FL Time: 5:30-8:00PM Cost: $40.00 Week 2 - Production Parameters Instructors: Roy Beckford, Lee County Agriculture and Natural Resources Agent; Gene McAvoy, UF/IFAS Hendry County Extension, and Robert Halman, UF/IFAS Collier County Extension To register: call Michele Jones, 239-321-7085 |
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BMP Certification Training. Location: Lee County Extension Office, 3406 Palm Beach Blvd., Fort Myers Time: 8:30AM-3:00PM Cost: $25.00/person If you need further information please call 239-533-7504. |
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Introduction to
Beekeeping. Location: Lee County Extension Office, 3406 Palm Beach Blvd., Fort Myers, FL Time: 8:30AM - 4:00PM Morning sessions - Extension Afternoon sessions - Farm of a BASF member beekeeper. Cost: $90 Registration deadline: 7/16/2009 For registration details, please call 239-533-7514. |
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Urban Farming 101 - Vegetable and Herb Production Location: SW Florida Enterprise Center, 3903 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Fort Myers, FL Time: 5:30-8:00PM Cost: $40.00 Week 3 - Producing Quality Vegetables and Herbs Instructors: Roy Beckford, Lee County Agriculture and Natural Resources Agent; Gene McAvoy, UF/IFAS Hendry County Extension, and Robert Halman, UF/IFAS Collier County Extension To register: call Michele Jones, 239-321-7085 |
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Join us for Florida Yards and Neighborhoods Class and learn the 9
principles to having a Florida Friendly Yard. Hurricane resistant trees
and plants, as well as proper maintenance, efficient irrigation, proper
mulching and techniques to save your money and obtain a beautiful and healthy
yard. Cost: $5.00 Location: Rutenberg Facility, 6490 South Pointe Blvd., Ft. Myers. Time: 6:00-9:00PM. To register call 239-533-7523. |
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Introduction to
Beekeeping. Location: Lee County Extension Office, 3406 Palm Beach Blvd., Fort Myers, FL Time: 8:30AM - 4:00PM Morning sessions - Extension Afternoon sessions - Farm of a BASF member beekeeper. Cost: $90 Registration deadline: 7/16/2009 For registration details, please call 239-533-7514. |
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Urban Farming 101 - Vegetable and Herb Production Location: SW Florida Enterprise Center, 3903 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Fort Myers, FL Time: 5:30-8:00PM Cost: $40.00 Week 4 - Award of Certificates and Class Field Trip Instructors: Roy Beckford, Lee County Agriculture and Natural Resources Agent; Gene McAvoy, UF/IFAS Hendry County Extension, and Robert Halman, UF/IFAS Collier County Extension To register: call Michele Jones, 239-321-7085 |
September 2009
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Pesticide Certification Testing. Location: Lee County Extension, 3406 Palm Beach Blvd., Fort Myers, FL Time: 9:00AM-12:00Noon No appointment needed. Available exams include: CORE, Ornamental and Turf, Limited Commercial Landscape, Limited Lawn and Ornamental, Natural Areas, Right-of-Way, Private Applicator, Aquatic and more. Call 239-533-7504 for more information. |
| 9 | Food Managers Certification Class" is a comprehensive food handler training which includes the current regulations to assist in taking the ServSafe Manager's Exam (through the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation). This National Certification is valid for five years. In Florida, certification is required for food managers of all establishments licensed by the Dept. of Business and Professional Regulation, Dept. of Ag and Consumer Services, and selected licenses of the Dept. of Health. No walk in registrations. A score of 75% is required for passing the Exam. Bring your lunch. To register call toll free 1-888-232-8723, email FSQP@ifas.ufl.edu or via web http://foodsafety.ifas.ufl.edu |
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BMP Certification Training. Location: Lee County Extension Office, 3406 Palm Beach Blvd., Fort Myers Time: 8:30AM-3:00PM Cost: $25.00/person If you need further information please call 239-533-7504. |
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En español (in Spanish)
BMP Certification Training. Location: Lee County Extension Office, 3406 Palm Beach Blvd., Fort Myers Time: 8:30AM - 3:00PM Cost: $25.00/person For further information please call Alberto Chavez at (239) 417-6310/Ext. 231 Para mas información contáctese con Alberto Chávez al teléfono: (239) 417-6310/ Ext. 231 |
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Fall Native Plant
Identification. Location: Lee County Extension and Field Locations Time: 8:30AM - 4:00P Cost: $50.00 for Series or $20/Class CEUs: ISA and FNGLA For more information, please call 239-533-7514. |
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Natural Areas Weed Control Seminar Location: Lee County Extension Office Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm Cost: $15 per person if prepaid or $20 at door. 5.5CEUs for Natural Areas and 1.0 of CORE have been requested to count toward recertification of pesticide license. Call Claudia at 239-533-7514 for more information. |
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Fall Native Plant
Identification. Location: Lee County Extension and Field Locations Time: 8:30AM - 4:00P Cost: $50.00 for Series or $20/Class CEUs: ISA and FNGLA For more information, please call 239-533-7514. |
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Rain Barrel Workshop Location: Rutenberg Eco Living Center, 6940 South Pointe Blvd., Fort Myers, FL Time: 9:00-11:00AM Cost: $35.00 per Rain Barrel Registration: 239-533-4327 (check payable to) LCOEAB, (mail to) Lee County Extension, 3406 Palm Beach Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33916, Attn: Tom Lee County Extension Educators will teach you how to set up a recycled 55-gallon plastic barrel to collect rain water from your roof. Use the water for your landscape plants, potted plants, vegetable and herb gardens, special plant collections, etc. Workshop provides set-up instruction, maintenance, artistic possibilities and a reference booklet included. This workshop will show you how to conserve water, save money, and protect water quality. --CLOSED-- |
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4H Havanna Nights. Location: Pelican Preserve, 10571 Veneto Drive, Fort Myers, FL Time: 6:00-10:00PM Cost: $40.00 If you need further information, please call 239-533-7517. |
October 2009
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Pesticide Certification Testing. Location: Lee County Extension, 3406 Palm Beach Blvd., Fort Myers, FL Time: 9:00AM-12:00Noon No appointment needed. Available exams include: CORE, Ornamental and Turf, Limited Commercial Landscape, Limited Lawn and Ornamental, Natural Areas, Right-of-Way, Private Applicator, Aquatic and more. Call 239-533-7504 for more information. |
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Fall Native Plant
Identification. Location: Lee County Extension and Field Locations Time: 8:30AM - 4:00P Cost: $50.00 for Series or $20/Class CEUs: ISA and FNGLA For more information, please call 239-533-7514. |
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Southwest Florida Palm Seminar Location: Lee County Extension, 3406 Palm Beach Blvd., Fort Myers, FL CEUs: 2.5 ISA (Aborist) and 3 FNGLA Cost: $8.00/person For more information, call 239-533-7514. |
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BMP Certification Training. Location: Lee County Extension Office, 3406 Palm Beach Blvd., Fort Myers Time: 8:30AM-3:00PM Cost: $25.00/person If you need further information please call 239-533-7504. |
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Landscaper/HOA Walkabout. Location: Shell Point 14441 Woodsong Lane, Fort Myers Time: 2:00PM-3:30PM Cost: No Charge Registration: Pre-registration is a must. Call Claudia at 239-533-7514. |
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Join us for Florida Yards and Neighborhoods Class and learn the 9
principles to having a Florida Friendly Yard. Hurricane resistant trees
and plants, as well as proper maintenance, efficient irrigation, proper
mulching and techniques to save your money and obtain a beautiful and healthy
yard. Cost: $5.00 Location: Rutenberg Facility, 6490 South Pointe Blvd., Ft. Myers. Time: 6:00-9:00PM. To register call 239-533-7523. |
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Rain Garden Workshop Location: Manatee Park, 10901 Palm Beach Blvd., Fort Myers, FL Time: 11:00AM-1:00PM Cost: $40.00 per household (plant sampler kit) Registration: 239-533-7514 (check payable to) LCOEAB, (mail to) Lee County Extension, 3406 Palm Beach Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33916, Attn: Claudia Instructors: Tom Becker, Extension Agent, Florida Yards and Neighborhoods & John SIbley, Owner, All Native Garden Center This NEW hands-on workshop shows Lee County resident ‘how to’ design and plant a ‘Rain Garden’. The workshop is being held during the Fall Native Plant Sale held each year on a Saturday at Manatee Park from 9AM to 2PM. Pre-registered workshop attendees will receive a starter plant kit containing a variety of Southwest Florida natives to use in creating a new rain garden or can be used in an existing low area or depression in your yard. The plant kit includes: a paurotis (Everglades) palm, leather fern, fakahatchee grass or sand cordgrass and a choice of four different native wildflowers (tropical sage, tickseed, yellowtop or blue flag iris. The workshop provides design suggestions including connecting rain water coming off your home or held in a rain barrel, complete planting instructions, maintenance and care information and a reference booklet. This workshop shows you how excess rain water can be filtered and protect the water quality in your own yard and neighborhood. |
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Rain Barrel Workshop --CLOSED-- Location: Rutenberg Eco Living Center, 6940 South Pointe Blvd., Fort Myers, FL Time: 9:00-11:00AM Cost: $35.00 per Rain Barrel Registration: 239-533-4327 (check payable to) LCOEAB, (mail to) Lee County Extension, 3406 Palm Beach Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33916, Attn: Tom Lee County Extension Educators will teach you how to set up a recycled 55-gallon plastic barrel to collect rain water from your roof. Use the water for your landscape plants, potted plants, vegetable and herb gardens, special plant collections, etc. Workshop provides set-up instruction, maintenance, artistic possibilities and a reference booklet included. This workshop will show you how to conserve water, save money, and protect water quality. --CLOSED-- |
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Urban Pond and Aquatic Species Management Seminar. Location: Rutenberg Center, 6490 South Point Blvd., Fort Myers, FL Time: 9:00AM-4:00PM Cost: $15 per person, if prepaid, or $20 per person at the door. CEUs for Aquatic Areas and CORE If you need more information, call 239-533-7514. |
| 28 | Food Managers Certification Class" is a comprehensive food handler training which includes the current regulations to assist in taking the ServSafe Manager's Exam (through the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation). This National Certification is valid for five years. In Florida, certification is required for food managers of all establishments licensed by the Dept. of Business and Professional Regulation, Dept. of Ag and Consumer Services, and selected licenses of the Dept. of Health. No walk in registrations. A score of 75% is required for passing the Exam. Bring your lunch. To register call toll free 1-888-232-8723, email FSQP@ifas.ufl.edu or via web http://foodsafety.ifas.ufl.edu |
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BMP en Español/BMP
in Spanish. Mejores Prácticas de Manejo para la protección de recursos hídricos en la Florida (BMP Training/Capacitación) Esta clase será dictada totalmente en Español. El examen sera también en Español UF/IFAS Extension, Lee County. 3406 Palm Beach Blvd., Fort Myers
Viernes, Octubre 30, 2009
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November 2009
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BMP Certification Training. Location: Lee County Extension Office, 3406 Palm Beach Blvd., Fort Myers Time: 8:30AM-3:00PM Cost: $25.00/person If you need further information please call 239-533-7504. |
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Pesticide Certification Testing. Location: Lee County Extension, 3406 Palm Beach Blvd., Fort Myers, FL Time: 9:00AM-12:00Noon No appointment needed. Available exams include: CORE, Ornamental and Turf, Limited Commercial Landscape, Limited Lawn and Ornamental, Natural Areas, Right-of-Way, Private Applicator, Aquatic and more. Call 239-533-7504 for more information. |
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Right-of-Way Exam
Preparation.
Location: Lee County Extension, 3406 Palm Beach Blvd., Fort Myers, FL Time: 9:30AM-12:05PM Cost: $15 prepaid or $20 at door. Call Claudia at 533-7514 for information or registration. |
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South Florida Butterfly
Conference. Location: Lee County Extension, 3406 Palm Beach Blvd., Fort Myers, FL Time: 9:00AM-12:00Noon and 2:00-4:00PM Butterfly Garden Tour Cost: $10.00/person or $12 at door. Speakers: Marc Minno, Gainesville; Ellen Brown, Peace River Butterfly Society; Bob Wilk, Charlotte County. For more information, call 239-533-7514. |
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Join us for Florida Yards and Neighborhoods Class and learn the 9
principles to having a Florida Friendly Yard. Hurricane resistant trees
and plants, as well as proper maintenance, efficient irrigation, proper
mulching and techniques to save your money and obtain a beautiful and healthy
yard. Cost: $5.00 Location: Rutenberg Facility, 6490 South Pointe Blvd., Ft. Myers. Time: 9:00AM-12:00Noon. To register call 239-533-7523. |
| 17 | Food Managers Certification Class" is a comprehensive food handler training which includes the current regulations to assist in taking the ServSafe Manager's Exam (through the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation). This National Certification is valid for five years. In Florida, certification is required for food managers of all establishments licensed by the Dept. of Business and Professional Regulation, Dept. of Ag and Consumer Services, and selected licenses of the Dept. of Health. No walk in registrations. A score of 75% is required for passing the Exam. Bring your lunch. To register call toll free 1-888-232-8723, email FSQP@ifas.ufl.edu or via web http://foodsafety.ifas.ufl.edu |
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Rain Barrel Workshop Location: Rutenberg Eco Living Center, 6940 South Pointe Blvd., Fort Myers, FL Time: 9:00-11:00AM Cost: $45.00 per Rain Barrel Registration: 239-533-4327 (check payable to) LCOEAB, (mail to) Lee County Extension, 3406 Palm Beach Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33916, Attn: Tom Lee County Extension Educators will teach you how to set up a recycled 55-gallon plastic barrel to collect rain water from your roof. Use the water for your landscape plants, potted plants, vegetable and herb gardens, special plant collections, etc. Workshop provides set-up instruction, maintenance, artistic possibilities and a reference booklet included. This workshop will show you how to conserve water, save money, and protect water quality. |
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Limited Commercial Landscape Maintenance Exam Preparation. Location: Lee County Extension, 3406 Palm Beach Blvd., Fort Myers, FL Time: 8:30AM-3:50PM Cost: $20 a person CEU: 3 Core and 3 each of Limited Commercial Landscape Maintenance, Limited L&O, Ornamental & Turf If you have any questions, please call Claudia at 239-533-7514. |
December 2009
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Pesticide Certification Testing. Location: Lee County Extension, 3406 Palm Beach Blvd., Fort Myers, FL Time: 9:00AM-12:00Noon No appointment needed. Available exams include: CORE, Ornamental and Turf, Limited Commercial Landscape, Limited Lawn and Ornamental, Natural Areas, Right-of-Way, Private Applicator, Aquatic and more. Call 239-533-7504 for more information. |
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Climate and Sustainability Conference Date: Friday, December 4, 2009 TIme: 8:00AM-4:30PM Location: SW Florida International Airport Training & Conference Center, 15924 Air Cargo Lane, Fort Myers, FL 33914 Map Cost: $50 prepaid/$55 at door Sponsor-Exhibitor Form The “Managing Climate Change with Sustainable Initiatives” conference will showcase the impacts of climate change on Florida’s wildlife native terrestrial and maritime species, communities, and ecosystems. Astute presenters will inform on the emergency preparedness, response and recovery plans for Florida’s at-risk populations. New developments will be highlighted and discussed, presenting ways in which social and technological advancements will help to connect us with the reciprocal nature of Sustainability. If you need any further information, please call 239-533-7506 or 239-533-7512. |
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Join us for Florida Yards and Neighborhoods Class and learn the 9
principles to having a Florida Friendly Yard. Hurricane resistant trees
and plants, as well as proper maintenance, efficient irrigation, proper
mulching and techniques to save your money and obtain a beautiful and healthy
yard. Cost: $5.00 Location: Rutenberg Facility, 6490 South Pointe Blvd., Ft. Myers. Time: 9:00AM-12:00Noon. To register call 239-533-7523. |
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Technical and Financial Assistance for Small Farm, Forest
and Wildlife Management Videoconference. Time: 1-5PM Location: Lee County Extension Office, 3406 Palm Beach Blvd., Fort Myers, FL |
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Rain Barrel Workshop Location: Rutenberg Eco Living Center, 6940 South Pointe Blvd., Fort Myers, FL Time: 9:00-11:00AM Cost: $45.00 per Rain Barrel Registration: 239-533-4327 (check payable to) LCOEAB, (mail to) Lee County Extension, 3406 Palm Beach Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33916, Attn: Tom Lee County Extension Educators will teach you how to set up a recycled 55-gallon plastic barrel to collect rain water from your roof. Use the water for your landscape plants, potted plants, vegetable and herb gardens, special plant collections, etc. Workshop provides set-up instruction, maintenance, artistic possibilities and a reference booklet included. This workshop will show you how to conserve water, save money, and protect water quality. |
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BMP Certification Training. Location: Lee County Extension Office, 3406 Palm Beach Blvd., Fort Myers Time: 8:30AM-3:00PM Cost: $25.00/person If you need further information please call 239-533-7503. |
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Marine Fisheries Regulation Workshop. Location: North Collier Regional Park, 1500 Livingston Road, Naples, FL 34119 Time: 8:30AM-12:30PM Cost: Free Register: Call 239-533-7523 or email abbottpm@leegov.com CEU is continguent on review and approval of the CEU approval form. |
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