MURPHYSBORO, Ill. – Whether you live in the third story of an apartment or on a 10-acre plot of land, learning homesteading skills can help bring you and your family closer to the food you eat. Illinois Extension is hosting a series of programs in 2024 with an introductory workshop on Jan. 18 in Murphysboro.
In this introductory course, you will learn essential skills and strategies to effectively manage your time while building your homesteading skill set. From planning and organization to prioritization and multitasking, this program will empower you to strike the perfect balance between homesteading tasks and everyday life commitments. Join us on this transformative learning experience, where you'll gain the tools and knowledge needed to create a harmonious and productive homestead lifestyle.
The first program is a general introduction to homesteading on Jan. 18 at 5:30 p.m. at the Jackson County Extension office at 402 Ava Rd. in Murphysboro, IL. Gain the knowledge and hands-on guidance to help further hone your skills in the art of growing, raising, and preserving your own food. Register by calling (618) 687-1727 or visit go.illinois.edu/Intro2Homesteading. Additional programs scheduled for early 2024 include:
- Fruit trees 101- Feb. 1
- Small Fruits 101- Feb. 22
- Composting- March 14
The programs are part of the modern homesteading series that includes a variety of workshops led by educators and experts throughout the state. To learn more or register for upcoming programs, visit go.illinois.edu/ModernHomesteading or call (618) 687-1727.
University of Illinois Extension provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in programming, please contact Maggie Ray at mro@illinois.edu. Early requests are strongly encouraged to allow sufficient time to meet your access needs.
WRITER: Heather Willis, marketing and communications coordinator, hdwillis@illinois.edu, (618) 357-2126
SOURCE: Maggie Ray, local foods and small farms program coordinator, mro@illinois.edu, (618) 687-1727
Illinois Extension leads public outreach for University of Illinois by translating research into action plans that allow Illinois families, businesses, and community leaders to solve problems, make informed decisions, and adapt to changes and opportunities. Illinois Extension is part of the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences.