Join University of Illinois Extension Natural Resources, Environment, and Energy Educator Jay Solomon for Composting: Getting Ready for Fall. The program will take place on Thursday, October 5 at 6:30 p.m. The program is being held at the Jo Daviess County Extension Office, 204 Vine St. Elizabeth, IL 61028. There will be no fee to attend this program, but pre-registration is requested. To register or for more information call us at 815-858-2273 or visit us online at go.illinois.edu/jsw.

During this program Jay will discuss the principles of turning yard waste into a usable product. He will cover the basics of composting, different types of composting systems, and selecting which ones may best fit your needs.  Jay will also take participants outside to see the composting setup, including recent modifications, at the Jo Daviess County Extension Office.

Other upcoming Extension programs to look for include Invasive and Nuisance Plants in Your Landscape on September 21 at 6:30 p.m., Grapevine Wreaths on October 10 at 1:30 p.m., Evergreen Porch Pots on November 30 at 1:30 p.m., and Holiday Centerpieces on December 20 at 1:30 p.m. More information on all of these programs can be found on our website go.illinois.edu/jsw or by calling our office at 815-858-2273.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in this program please call the Extension Office at 815-858-2273. Early requests are strongly encouraged to give us the greatest amount of time to meet your needs.