Calhoun County Master Gardeners

Ready to grow your environmental knowledge? Join Alabama Extension for Eco-Friendly Fridays, a free webinar series featuring practical strategies for protecting human, animal, and environmental health.

The next session is Aug. 14 at 11 a.m. CT and will feature Urban Regional Agent Allyson Shabel discussing how to identify and manage invasive species at home.

Whether you are an educator, environmental professional, or nature lover, this series can help you become a better steward of the environment and its resources.
Registration is required, and the Zoom link will be provided after registration.

Register at www.aces.edu/go/EcoFriendlyFridays

Mark your calendars and join us 3rd Wednesday, August 19th @ 12 pm @ the Jacksonville Community Center.

Nature’s Choir : Frogs

Did you know there are over 30 different species of frogs found in Alabama each with their own unique call? Join District Naturalist Eric Cline to learn all about these unique organisms and why they call Alabama home.

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Grow More, Give More 250 Pound Challenge - Alabama Cooperative Extension System As the US celebrates its 250th anniversary, Alabama Extension is honoring this milestone with the Grow More, Give More 250 Pound Challenge.

Calhoun County Gardening - Garden Art Adds Personality and Surprise to the Landscape - Calhoun Journal Calhoun County, AL – In the landscape designs of many gardeners, garden art is selected to serve as a focal point. Whether the style is rustic or modern, casual or conservative, the right pieces can add personality, color and interest to an outdoor space. My preference is country cottage rustic. I...

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🌿 Last chance to share your voice!

We're conducting a community study for a potential Choccolocco Creek Science, Nature & Cultural Arts Center, and we'd love to hear your ideas.

What programs, exhibits, or experiences would you like to see? Your feedback will help shape the vision for this exciting project.

📱 Scan the QR code or take the survey here:
https://jsuoire.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6xnDuI6dGN19mLQ

🎉 Complete the survey by July 31 to be entered for a chance to win a $100 gift card!

Thank you for helping us shape the future of environmental education, outdoor recreation, and cultural experiences in our community.

A Focus on Goldenrods (Solidago sp.) We announce ID/Comparison guides for goldenrods (Solidago sp.), many of which are keystone species in North America.

🌊💧 Watershed Wednesday: Did You Know?

A watershed is more than just a creek, it's all the land connected to that waterway! 🌎

When rain falls, water travels across the landscape, flowing through yards, forests, fields, and streets before reaching our local streams and rivers. Along the way, it can pick up things like litter, fertilizer, and other pollutants that impact water quality.

Because we all live in a watershed, our daily choices can make a difference. Simple actions like reducing runoff, properly disposing of waste, planting native plants, and protecting natural areas help keep our waterways healthy. 🌱

The Choccolocco Creek Watershed is connected by the water we share, let's work together to protect it! 💙