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Events
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UNL Termite Workshops Begin May 5th
Termites are already active and homeowners may be finding mud tubes and swarmers soon, if they haven't already. A workshop for homeowners titled “Everything Homeowners Should Know About Termites and Termite Control” will be held in Hastings, Omaha and Lincoln in early May.
The goal of this program is to educate attendees so they will be able to make better decisions about termites and termite control.
May 5, Hastings: 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. Adams County Fairgrounds, 947 S. Baltimore Ave. Local contact, Ron Seymour (402)461-7209.
May 7, Omaha: 6:30 - 9:30 p.m., Douglas/Sarpy County Extension Office, 8015 W. Center Rd. Local contact, Dennis Ferraro (402)444-7804.
May 8, Lincoln: 6:30 - 9:30 p.m., Lancaster Extension Education Center, 444 Cherrycreek Rd. Local contact, Barb Ogg (402)441-7180.
Registration is $25, and includes reference materials. Pre-registration payment is not required, but the public is asked to call ahead so enough reference materials are available. A brochure with program details and registration information can be found at: http://lancaster.unl.edu/pest/allworkshops08.pdf
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My Horse University Presents "The Unwanted Horse", May 14
My Horse University, a national online program based at Michigan State University, is proud to sponsor FREE live web presentations given by experts in the fields of equine science and veterinary medicine. These events cover topics that are important to you and can be enjoyed in the comfort of your own home. Please join us!
May 14 , The Unwanted Horse- This presentation will cover the plight of the unwanted horse in the U.S. It will focus on the types of horse that becomes unwanted, the reasons they become unwanted, and possible solutions to the problem. Euthanasia, carcass disposal, rescue and retirement options, as well as the efforts of the Unwanted Horse Coalition will be included in the discussion. Presenter: by Dr. Tom Lenz, DMV, American Assoc. of Equine Practitioners
Time: 7:00 p.m. EST
Register online
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4-H Horse Project Leader, Parent & Volunteer Clinic, May 19
Any adult interested in providing education to 4-H horse project members is welcome to attend this clinic. Clinic participants are encouraged, but not required, to bring a horse in order to enhance their hands-on experience.
Topics:
Basic Showmanship & How to Teach It
Fundamentals of Horse Training
Basic Horsemanship & How to Teach It
How to Tie the Knots Required in Level II
District Horse Show Procedures
Registration: $15 (Make checks to: University of Nebraska-Lincoln)
DUE BY: Monday, May 12 (After this date, contact the UNL Extension
Office in Dodge County for more information on space availability and any clinic changes.)
4-H HORSE PROJECT LEADER, PARENT & VOLUNTEER CLINIC
Monday, May 19, 2008/ Fremont, NE
Name: ___________________________________ County: _____________
Address: ______________________________________________________
Day Ph: _______________________ Evening Ph: _____________________
Please check ONE: I plan to bring a horse ______ YES _______NO
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DUE TO: Please send completed form and $15 fee to:
UNL Extension in Dodge County
ATTN: 4-H Horse Clinic
1206 W. 23 rd Street, Fremont, NE 68025
Contact Information
Instructed by:
Monte Stauffer
Extension Educator
UNL Extension
In Douglas/Sarpy Counties
1261 Golden Gate Dr. Ste. 4E
Papillion, Ne. 68046
(402) 444-7804
mstauffer1@unl.edu |
Hosted by:
Tracy J. Behnken
Extension Educator
UNL Extension
In Dodge County
1206 W. 23 rd Street
Fremont, NE 68025
402-727-2775 #14
tbehnken2@unl.edu |
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From Recipe to Reality Seminar, May 31
The Food Processing Center is offering a one-day seminar for all individuals interested in exploring the idea of starting a food manufacturing business. Pre-registration is required and space is limited.
Contact Jill Gifford at (402) 472-2819 or jgifford1@unl.edu for an information packet. For more information, visit the UNL Food Processing's Food Entrepreneur web site.
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Master Beekeeping Workshop, June 26-28
A Master Beekeeping Workshop will be offered in Mead, NE at the Agricultural Research and Development Center Headquarters Building on June 26-28. This workshop will provide detailed instruction in the biology and management of honey bees. Training will include both classroom and hands-on sessions.
Beekeepers should have at least one year of experience managing honey bees before
registering for this workshop. A team of experts has been assembled to make this an outstanding educational opportunity. Registration for the workshop is $100 and includes five meals, refreshments, a cap and a workbook.
Brochure
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University of Nebraska- Lincoln Extension
educational programs abide with the non-discrimination policies
of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and the United States
Department of Agriculture.
University of Nebraska-Lincoln implies no endorsement of
any company listed nor non-endorsement of a company not listed.
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