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  The Cass County Master Gardeners are now taking applications for their 2013 Community Gardening Grants. Click Here for the Application form and instructions. Applications are due April 19th!

 

Cass County Extension is currently looking for volunteers to be trained as leaders for two new programs. Please click below for more information on these programs, and contact Kate Olson -keolson@iastate.edu- if you are interested in learning more! Leader training dates are coming up!

Midlife and Beyond (Facilitator Training TBA)

Powerful Tools for Caregivers (Leader Training April 23rd and 24th)

County News

Cass County Master Gardeners to Host Operation ReLeaf Tree Distribution
April 5, 2013

Cass County Master Gardeners annual plant sale on May 4 will have an extra benefit- Alliant Energy customers can pre-order two reduced cost landscape trees to be picked up at the plant sale. The public is also invited to a tree planting workshop at 9 am on the 4th. Click for more information and to order!

Cass County Master Gardeners Grant Money Available for Local Garden Projects
March 28, 2013

David Williams Master Gardener Grants will award up to $500 to multiple local projects involving gardening for food projection, community beautification or public gardening education. Applications are due April 19!

Cass County Extension Looking for Summer Program Assistant
March 26, 2013

Applications Due April 15

4-H Leaders Invited to Experiential Learning Training April 17
March 5, 2013

Get involved in hands-on learning fun while meeting you leader training requirements for the year!

Words on Wellness - Your Extension Connection to Nutrition and Fitness
March 5, 2013

Welcome to Words on Wellness- a monthly newsletter that promotes a healthy lifestyle for Iowans. In each issue, you'll find reliable, research based information about nutrition, exercise, and food safety, and explore the power of incorporating healthy habits into your daily lifestyle. Check back monthly for the latest edition!

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Mad Scientist Day Camp is one way ISU Extension and Outreach gets youth excited about science, technology, engineering and math as they build STEM skills.
 

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Robert Dodds Receives Iowa Urban and Community Forestry Award
April 5, 2013 10:58 AM

The Iowa Urban and Community Forestry Council has recognized Robert Dodds, regional director for Iowa State University Extension and...

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