Shopping for the gardener in your life is easy as there are many ideas to bring holiday cheer. If you are stumped, check out these ideas sure to bring merriment to your special gardener.
Rabbits can have a hey-day feasting on tender bark and twigs over the winter months. Now is the time to protect your trees and shrubs before it is too late. See what works and what might be a waste of time.
Looking to keep growing even during the winter? Low Tunnels help keep the ground around your plants warmer so they can keep growing.
Home & Family
5 Tips to Tame Your Sweet Tooth This Holiday Season
Nothing can change your eating habits more than the holiday season! Here are some steps to keep you from overconsuming extra sugars and calories. Just remember, it is a balance and it is okay to indulge in your holiday favorites.
The holidays are a perfect time for the family to get together. In fact, this may be the first time you have been in the same room as your family for a couple of years. So, let's make it special by being together doing fun activities.
Natural Resources & Ag
Make Good Choices About Firewood
Few things are as idyllic as a crackling fire in the hearth. Do you know the importance of NOT moving firewood? Learn more about how you can make responsible firewood choices.
Applications will soon be closing for the class of 2022 Extension Master Naturalists! It’s not too late to apply to join our community of volunteers as they enhance natural resources around Johnson County through projects and outreach! Applications are due January 15th.
Beekeeping supplies are a gift that keeps on giving. With the cold outdoors, winter may provide some spare time to research a new hobby, join a beekeeping group, and plan for a golden year of honey. Read more about beekeeping resources!
RSVP to come join us in January for a 5 week series to learn about farm Risk Management Skills. Topics covered will include enterprise budgeting, crop insurance, stress and resiliency, crop marketing, family communications, farm bill programs, and a special session on cow/calf management. Classes start January 12 and run weekly until February 2, with a special cow/calf management session on February 23.
4-H is so much more than just clubs and projects. Extension provides many forms of learning, including the classroom! Learn about some of the topics that are taught by our School Enrichment Coordinator.
In the last few years, Project fairs and showcases have been virtual, but there are so many unique projects that kids can choose from. Learn more about how to get involved in 4-H projects.
JCEEF
JCEEF Annual Membership
Extension Foundation is now accepting membership forms for 2022. Being a member is a great way to support Johnson County Extension while also participating in activities like the Annual Dinner and Auction! Read their latest newsletter to get all the details and more.
K-State Research and Extension is committed to making its services, activities and programs accessible to all participants. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities may be requested by contacting Johnson County Extension at (913) 715-7000. Notify staff of accommodation needs as early as possible.
