Join us for Try it Tuesday at the Tyler Public Library, where Smith County Master Gardener, Elizabeth Waldrop, will present "Cultivating Calm, How caring for plants can help you care for yourself". We will explore how gardening and indoor plant tending can be used to reduce stress, create a green oasis, and promote general well-being....
Master Gardeners, Master Naturalists, and Pollinator enthusiasts across East Texas are invited to join the Tri-County Pollinator Series, a collaborative educational effort by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension in Cherokee, Smith, and Rusk counties. This summer’s program will spotlight the power of citizen science through iNaturalist, a free app that helps users identify and record native...
Join Smith County Master Gardener, Elizabeth Waldrop, at the Lillie Russell Library. Elizabeth will be presenting "Flora and Fauna", a program to teach the importance of bringing native birds and small wildlife into your backyard through thoughtful landscaping techniques and earth-friendly practices. This program includes a pinecone bird feeder-making activity. Geared for younger audiences and...
Join us for a special presentation on building a Monarch Waystation and discover the best native plants to fuel the incredible monarch butterfly migration.
Pest Management Seminar 2026 is a one-day educational program designed for nursery and greenhouse producers, growers, managers, and horticulture professionals. The seminar will provide the latest research-based information on emerging insect pests and plant diseases, effective pest management strategies, current horticultural production practices, and updates on Texas state regulations affecting nursery and greenhouse operations. Participants...
Join Smith County Master Gardener Elizabeth Waldrop for Herb Gardening. An introduction to herb gardening, including how to care for herbs, which ones grow well in East Texas, and how to harvest and prepare them. There will also be some simple no-cook recipes demonstrated, including herb butters, vinegars, and seasoning salt. Great for adults and...
All applications to become a Master Gardener must be submitted online by August 05, 2026. Not all applicants will be accepted into the program. Class size is limited, and preference will be given to qualified Smith County residents with gardening experience, dedication to education, enthusiasm, and time to volunteer. The 2027 Smith County Master Gardener...
The CCMGA Summer Speaker Series welcomes the legendary horticulturist and plant professor Dr. Allan Armitage
Learn to design beautiful, pollinator-friendly native gardens with purpose and visual appeal. Join our upcoming educational program!
Join us at the Texas Forestry Seminar for landowners, foresters, loggers, and land managers - or anyone interested in forestry and landowner education! Congressman Pete Sessions and Congressman Nathaniel Moran will discuss "Protecting Working Forests and Rural Communities: A Congressional Discussion". Additional speakers include: Greg Grant, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension, discussing "The Decline of the...
Texas Parks & Wildlife presents a "Small Acreage Prescribed Burning" workshop to help landowners understand the benefits of planned burn programs.
Learn how to turn kitchen scraps and yard waste into nutrient-rich garden gold! Join our workshop to master simple, effective composting techniques.
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