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Modern Homesteading Series

Whether you live in the third story of an apartment or on a 10-acre plot of land, homesteading skills can help bring you and your family closer to the food you eat. Collecting eggs, tending the garden, canning, drying herbs - all these things and so much more can help you in your everyday life to become more connected to your food, family, and community. 

This past year, we offered monthly programs related to modern homesteading. We're excited to announce plans for another series in 2025! Come to one, come to a few, attend them all - there's something for everyone in this series!

2025 Modern Homesteading Program Schedule

Scheduled Topics

The following programs have been scheduled for the 2025 season. The series is free and open to the public. Unless otherwise noted, all events will be held at the Jackson County Extension office at 402 Ava Rd. in Murphysboro. 
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Growing great Sweet Corn

Sweet corn is the taste of summer in Illinois. Growing it fresh in your backyard is simple, fun, easy, and it might even be profitable! Learn how to grow a successful sweet corn patch during this lunchtime webinar with Dr. Talon Becker, Commercial Agriculture Specialist. 

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Soap Making for the Homestead

Soap is made with a few simple ingredients that you can find in your local grocery and hardware stores! This class will teach you how to make soap using the same timeless methods our ancestors likely used.

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Seed Saving

Seed saving is a great way to utilize plants and flowers growing in your garden for future planting. Learn about how to collect seeds, store them and the stratification process during one of the two seed saving programs.


 

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