
WSU Island County Extension With over 750 volunteers, we can collect photos that share our sense of place!
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WSU Island County Extension Check out a great opportunity for small farmers interested in value-added products! Visit our blog for a full description of a grant writing workshop.
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An ever-changing overview of the broad range of information, classes, and activities supported by the WSU Island County Extension Program.

WSU Island County Extension
STILL wrestling with our "logo." Long story involving the university's graphic policy. Please be patient with us. In the meantime, notice that our new blog (much development to come) is up! http://girloutatexas.typepad.com/island_ county_extension/
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An ever-changing overview of the broad range of information, classes, and activities supported by the WSU Island County Extension Program.

WSU Island County Extension While we still struggle to get a logo that is recognizable for this page :), we wanted to let you know we're hosting a small, informal class this afternoon at 2:15 at the Deer Lagoon Grange. It will cover the basics of how a blog works and how to engage with our new one, devoted to Family, Farm & Food!

WSU Island County Extension Everything is in place for the fair! Exhibits are up, animals are vet checked, kids are happy, and the weather is holding out...kind of.

WSU Island County Extension We just got info from the WSU Skagit County Extension Program regarding this interesting opportunity...check it out! "Manure has been providing energy in Washington for about five years; now cows in Skagit County are adding to the mix. Come learn about a new local anaerobic digester and the process required for dairy ...cow manure to become renewable electricity. September 10, 2009, 7:00 pm Burlington Public Library. "

WSU Island County Extension Horse clubs start heading to the Island County Fair in Langley today...everyone else from 4-H checks in tomorrow. Hope you get to go check out all the hard work our 4-H'ers and their families have done in order to get there!

WSU Island County Extension It's gonna be a spectacular weekend. While the music will change over the two days, here's a taste of the Lavender & Wind Festival (it was at the artist's reception).
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WSU Island County Extension In addition to the festival, WSU Island County Extension is also getting ready for the fair. Our 4-H'ers are especially excited about next week. If you're interested in locally raised beef, lamb, goat, or pork for your freezer, check out their Livestock Auction, Saturday, August 15th, noon at the Island County Fairgrounds.

WSU Island County Extension With over 750 volunteers, we can collect photos that share our sense of place!

WSU Island County Extension We're setting up our canopy today, getting ready for the weekend's Lavender & Wind Festival! Don't let the clouds discourage you...the lavender is especially beautiful in this light.

WSU Island County Extension What would you think if you saw THIS crawling on your deck? Actually part of our native ecosystem, it's an Alder Borer. Quite a striking beetle.

WSU Island County Extension This beautiful event is provided by the Lavender Wind Farm, with proceeds going to support our WSU Island County Extension Program. Please join us for art, wine, cheese, lavender, vendors, music and more! Held 10-5 both days. Free admission, but many wonderful goods offered for sale by vendors.
a weekend of fragrance, wine and cheese, and great views!
Time:10:00AM Saturday, August 8th
Location:Lavender Wind Farm

WSU Island County Extension With over 750 volunteers, we can collect photos that share our sense of place!
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