Nature and Outdoor Living
Fall 2024
301 Tree I.D. Instructor Jim Kessler Retired Forester, Master Gardener
This is a hands-on class designed to help the student to identify common trees and shrubs of Susquehanna County. We will learn techniques as well as identifying features and nomenclature and what they mean. We will use stems, twigs, tree shapes, and habitat to identify 20 – 30 trees. Bring a tree book, if you have one. Several will be available for use. The class will end at dark. The class limit is 20 people.
One Tuesday, September 10 at 6:00 pm
Location: Kessler Tree Farm, 742 SR 1018, Hallstead Pa 18822
Cost: $5.00
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302 Beekeeping Instructors Susquehanna Beekeepers Association
This is a practical course for people interested in learning about our wonderful honeybees, their social structure within the colony and why they are so very important to us. You will learn the basics of beekeeping, how to take care of a hive and the reason for being a beekeeper. Learn what the benefits are, and what you will need to get started. Our Susquehanna Beekeepers Association is here to support you as a new beekeeper.
Four sessions: Two on Tuesday evenings, September 3rd and 10th at 7:00 pm Two Saturday afternoon hands on field trip days at a local Apiary (dates to be established at the first session) from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm will reinforce the class work. If needed, a make-up Apiary session will be available.
Location: St. Mark’s Parish Hall. Main St. New Milford
Fee: $20.00
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303 Growing Garlic: A Comprehensive Guide Instructor Gerald Evans
Overview: This comprehensive course will guide you through every step of growing garlic, from selecting the right varieties to harvesting and storing your crop. Designed for both novice and experienced gardeners, this class will provide you with the knowledge and skills needed to cultivate healthy, flavorful garlic in your own garden.
One Thursday, October 3, 2024 at 6:00 pm
Location: St. Marks Parish Hall, New Milford, PA
Fee: $5.00
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304 Preventing Injuries While Gardening Instructor Dr. Gerald Evans
Date changed to November 14th
Dr. Gerald D. Evans is a dedicated chiropractor based in New Milford, PA, with over three decades of experience. His passion for gardening has given him unique insights into the physical demands of this activity and the best practices to stay injury-free. Through this class, Dr. Evans combines his professional expertise and personal passion to help fellow gardeners enjoy their hobby in a healthy and pain-free way.
One Thursday November 7, 6:00 pm The date for this class has changed to November 14
Location: St. Marks Parish Hall, Main St. New Milford
Fee: $5.00
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305 Discover Your Local Trails; Enjoy Nature, Get Outdoors, and Feel Better! Instructor Cindy Klenk
September 12th, Railway and Structure History of the Susquehanna Depot Region, Jon Burdick will lead a walk and historical discussion of the D&H. We’ll start at the amazing Starrucca Viaduct and walk to the Brandt Gorge.
October 17th, Gravity RR Tour, Chapel of the Ruins, discover the well-preserved piece of history that helped fuel the Industrial Revolution. We will meet at the Rail Trail Office and carpool to the property in Prompton in Wayne County. Once there, we will walk the historic Plane 14, surrounded by beautiful pines and the sound of the Lacawac River. I don’t know what is more captivating, history or nature. 1.5 hours (3-5 miles of level walking)
Evening of October 17th, Full Moon Walk, enjoy walking the trial under the light of the moon…magical! Listen for the sounds of the evening, maybe an owl or two. The moonlight will illuminate the trail, but please feel free to bring head lamps.
We will have a campfire, so please bring chairs and a blanket.
All this walking is SOOOOO good for you!
- Thursday September 12th, 2024, 10:00 am Meeting at Luciana Park in Lanesboro, PA
- Thursday October 17th, 10:00 am Meeting at the Union Dale Trailhead, Union Dale, PA, to carpool to Prompton location.
- Thursday October 17th, 7:00 pm Meeting at Luciana Park in Lanesboro, PA
(All location/directions can be Googled by typing in the name of the meeting place.)
Fee: No Fee for these walks
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306 Intro to Herbalism Instructor Mary Jo Garrity This class is full
This is a workshop where we will explore the herbs that grow wild in our area and learn how to use them in our everyday life. We will be making salves for skin irritations, teas, tinctures and other means of using natures gifts. You will also learn how to use what’s right in your pantry for emergencies!! Hope to see you this fall!
Four Wednesdays October 16,23,30, November 6 from 11:00 am to 12:30 pm
Location: First Presbyterian Church, Church St. Montrose (downstairs)
Fee: $20.00 Material fee: $15.00 This class is full
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