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.
In 2023, we will offer monthly programs related to modern homesteading. Come to one, come to a few, attend them all - there's something for everyone in this series!
2023 Modern Homesteading Program Schedule
Scheduled Topics
The following programs have been scheduled for the 2023 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, IL.
- Introduction to Modern Homesteading - January 12
- Fruit Trees and Small Fruits for the Home Grower - January 24
- Goats and Sheep - February 16
- Backyard Poultry - March 9
- Composting - March 28
- Organic Gardening; Weeds, Pests, and Disease Problems - April 6
- Growing Pumpkins - April 20
- Seed Saving - May 9
- Tools for the Homestead - June 8
- Growing Flowers and Herbs - June 15
- Weathering the Storm - June 22
- Canning - July 11
- Soap Making - July 20 (special time - 4-7 p.m.)
- Common Noxious Weed Identification - August 1
- Cover Crops - August 10
- Fall Gardening - August 22
- Harvest Dinner - September 21
- Regenerative Grazing - October 3
- Bee Keeping- Leedle Bees - October 24
Save The Date
Additional topics will be covered, with the exact date to be determined.
- Navigating the Farmers Market and Talking to Famers - July
- Gardening with Cover Crops - August
- Sour Dough - October
- Milk Cows and Goats 101 - November
- Animal Care - TBD
