BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//ChamberMaster//Event Calendar 2.0//EN METHOD:PUBLISH X-PUBLISHED-TTL:P3D REFRESH-INTERVAL:P3D CALSCALE:GREGORIAN BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20250107T180000Z DTEND:20250107T190000Z X-MICROSOFT-CDO-ALLDAYEVENT:FALSE SUMMARY:Winter Mini-Series on Sustainable Living: Explore Beekeeping DESCRIPTION:Join us for a three-part mini-series designed to inspire and equip you with practical knowledge on sustainable living. Each session will focus on a different topic\, with expert guidance. Whether you're interested in supporting pollinators\, raising your own backyard chickens\, or growing fresh produce\, these sessions are perfect for beginners and seasoned enthusiasts alike. **Session 1: Bees - January 7** Discover the fascinating world of bees and their essential role in our ecosystem. Learn the basics of beekeeping\, the financial-side of beekeeping\, and the importance of bees for both nature and agriculture. **Session 2: Backyard Chickens - February 4** Thinking about starting your own flock? This session will cover everything you need to know about raising backyard chickens from setting up a coop to caring for your hens and collecting fresh eggs. **Session 3: Gardening for Produce - March 4** Learn how to start a successful garden that provides fresh\, homegrown produce. This session will cover planning\, planting\, and maintaining your garden to ensure a bountiful harvest. Each session runs from noon to 1:00 PM at the Clinton County Extension Office. Registration is $15 per session\, which includes lunch. Sign up online or call the Extension Office to reserve your spot. Don't miss out on these opportunities to grow your skills and build a more sustainable lifestyle! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Join us for a three-part mini-series designed to inspire and equip you with practical knowledge on sustainable living. Each session will focus on a different topic\, with expert guidance. Whether you'\;re interested in supporting pollinators\, raising your own backyard chickens\, or growing fresh produce\, these sessions are perfect for beginners and seasoned enthusiasts alike. **Session 1: Bees - January 7** Discover the fascinating world of bees and their essential role in our ecosystem. Learn the basics of beekeeping\, the financial-side of beekeeping\, and the importance of bees for both nature and agriculture. **Session 2: Backyard Chickens - February 4** Thinking about starting your own flock? This session will cover everything you need to know about raising backyard chickens&mdash\;from setting up a coop to caring for your hens and collecting fresh eggs. **Session 3: Gardening for Produce - March 4** Learn how to start a successful garden that provides fresh\, homegrown produce. This session will cover planning\, planting\, and maintaining your garden to ensure a bountiful harvest. Each session runs from noon to 1:00 PM at the Clinton County Extension Office. Registration is $15 per session\, which includes lunch. Sign up online or call the Extension Office to reserve your spot. Don&rsquo\;t miss out on these opportunities to grow your skills and build a more sustainable lifestyle! LOCATION:ISU Extension and Outreach Clinton County 400 East 11th Street DeWitt\, IA UID:e.1774.39296 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTAMP:20260504T033449Z URL:https://business.dewittiowa.org/events/details/winter-mini-series-on-sustainable-living-explore-beekeeping-39296 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR