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Southern Illinois Spring Pasture Walk

Horses in field with Spring Pasture Walk text
Event Date(s)
Event Time
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Location
Southern Illinois University Equine Center, 2194 Union Hill Rd., Carbondale, IL 62901
County
Jackson

Join us to at the Southern Illinois University Equine Center and learn from experts in the field including:

  • Southern Illinois University Equine Center Manager Samantha Wuest
  • Southern Illinois University Associate Professor of Weed Science & Plant Biology Karla Gage 
  • University of Illinois Extension Commercial Agriculture Educator Teresa Steckler

Learn about pasture management, animal health and care, insect repellent recommendations, and identifying and controlling common pasture weeds. We will also discuss some of the differences and challenges of pasturing horses compared to other livestock. This event will be held outdoors. Please dress accordingly and bring items to make yourself comfortable (folding chair, hat, sunscreen). Water will be provided.

University of Illinois Extension provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in programming, contact Katie Bell at klbell@illinois.edu. Early requests are strongly encouraged to allow sufficient time for meeting your needs.