Tags: Fall Education

Invasive Pests: Threats to Forests & Native Plants

Dan Stark, Assistant Professor of Practice for the OSU Forestry & Natural Resources Extension, will explore current and potential threats to Oregon forests, particularly native trees and plants in order to better understand the spread, impacts, and consequences of invasive species. As a case study, we will explore Sudden Oak Death (SOD), caused by Phytophthors ramorumresponsible for killing hundreds of thousands of tan oak in Curry County, Oregon and throughout its range in California. It has also killed rhododendrons locally in Lincoln City.

INSTRUCTOR: DAN STARK
FRI., NOV. 7, 1-2:30pm • LINCOLN CITY CAMPUS • REGISTER HERE at Oregon Coast Community College.

Photo courtesy of Oregon Department of Forestry.

Who benefits when we make our gardens accessible? Everyone! Explore approaches to using Universal Design and adaptive gardening practices to expand access to the joy of gardening. We will explore a broad spectrum of garden design options and demonstrate an array of helpful tools with guidance from a local occupational therapist.

INSTRUCTOR: JULIE ROTH-CARTER & MARTHA MILLS
FRI., NOV. 7 • 10-11:30AM
|Samaritan Health ED. Center, Newport• REGISTER HERE at Oregon Coast Community College.

Photo by Mary Stewart courtesy of Oregon State University.

A holistic approach for minimizing pest damage in the landscape by using knowledge of their biology and their role in the environment with the least effect on humans, the environment and non-target organisms.

INSTRUCTOR: JANICE SMITH
FRI., OCT. 24 • 2-3:30pm • NEWPORT CAMPUS • REGISTER HERE at Oregon Coast Community College.

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Join us on an exploration of the varieties of garlic, proper growing practices plus how and when to harvest and store. Weather permitting, the presentation will be followed by garlic planting in the Demonstration Garden located on campus.

INSTRUCTOR: JOAN CRALL
Friday, OCT. 17, 2-4pm • NEWPORT CAMPUS • REGISTER HERE at Oregon Coast Community College.

Photo by Steve Vogel, used with permission.

The Return of the Attack of the Killer Invasives!

Back by popular request! Non-native invasive species are taking over our coastline and forests in Lincoln County. Learn from an OSU Certified Master Gardener how to identify these invasives, where to report them, and how to effectively control them. We will also discuss weed control and demonstrate the use of tools specifically designed for removal.

INSTRUCTOR: LARRY KING
SAT., OCT. 11, 1-3pm
OSU Extension Service Office, Newport • REGISTER HERE at Oregon Coast Community College.

Image by Etienne GONTIER from Pixabay.

OSU Extension Service Certified Master Gardeners explore when to start vegetables, how to choose the best location, and understand the micro-climates along the coast, including the unique micro-climate in your yard. Bring your questions.

INSTRUCTORS: Carita Edson & Marlene Shapiro
FRI., OCT. 10 • 1-2:30pm • WALDPORT CAMPUS • REGISTER HERE at Oregon Coast Community College.

Photo by Larry King, used with permission.

Are you new to the Oregon coast or a new gardener in the coastal area? If so, you’ll encounter some gardening challenges along the way. Come to this roundtable discussion to learn about solutions to common problems you may encounter when gardening on the coast. Participants are encouraged to save time for a self-guided tour of the on-site Lincoln City OSU Extension Service Demo Garden.

INSTRUCTORS: Cathi Block & Friends
SAT., OCT. 4, 10AM-NOON
LINCOLN CITY CAMPUS • REGISTER HERE at Oregon Coast Community College.

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Cover crops provide benefits in the garden, including improved soil health, mulch, increased organic material and increased microorganisms. Participants will receive a handout with resources and samples of cover crop seeds. Come early to explore the garden! The presentation will start promptly at 12:30. Questions welcomed before and after the talk.

instructors: Carita Edson, Sandy Mathis
& Shereen Rowland
SAT., SEPT. 27, Noon-2pm• Waldport Campus • REGISTER HERE at Oregon Coast Community College.

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Apple Talk & Tasting

Apples are one of the fruits that can be grown on the Coast. Learn how to get started, which varieties to consider and get a little help with deciding which ones to grow. Join us for an Apple Tasting following this introduction to Basic Apple Growing. Outside event, weather permitting. Come early to explore the garden!

INSTRUCTORS: Joan Crall & Steve Vogel
FRIDAY, SEPT. 26 • 3-5PM • NEWPORT CAMPUS • REGISTER HERE at Oregon Coast Community College.

Image by かみかみ するめ from Pixabay.