Manistee County MSU Extension

01/09/2017

http://msue.anr.msu.edu/events/2017_ludington_regional_fishery_workshop

Michigan State University Extension applies research from MSU to help Michigan residents solve everyday problems in agriculture, community development, nutrition, family finances, youth development and more.

12/08/2016

Our office is currently without phone and internet service. The county started upgrading our system yesterday, and ran into unforeseen issues. They are advising it may not be functioning until tomorrow.

09/30/2015

Tree volunteers needed to help detect invasive pests
Asian longhorned beetle, hemlock wooly adelgid, and Thousand cankers disease of walnut are exotic pests that pose serious threats to Michigan trees and forests if they become established and spread. Educators and researchers at Michigan State University are launching a statewide effort to proactively address these potential threats. MSU Extension and the Departments of Entomology & Forestry have developed a new project, “Eyes on the Forest”, made possible by funding from the Michigan Invasive Species Grant program.
If you are willing to “adopt” a tree on or near your property, inspect it 2-3 times a year, and report it’s condition via an online database, you can become part of their Sentinel Tree network. Though maple, hemlock, and walnut trees are a priority in this project, inspecting other trees species will also be helpful in identifying other invasive pests that may have found their way to Michigan. This statewide network of “Sentinel Trees” monitored by volunteer “citizen scientists” will greatly increase the likelihood of detecting new pests before substantial damage occurs.
As the project will be establishing baseline data and monitoring changes over time, the program is seeking volunteers who are willing to be involved for 3-5 years. Though some knowledge of tree identification and basic computer skills would be helpful, one day training workshops will be held at various locations across the state this fall. If interested in participating as a Sentinel Tree volunteer, please contact Dr. Deb McCullough at [email protected] or Russ Kidd at [email protected]

05/11/2015

Please 4-H people attach or like Benzie Manistee 4-H page. Search for it and like it. I will only have Extension information on this page.

05/11/2015

May 28, Thursday – Last day for all youth members and adult volunteers to be enrolled in 4-H Online. If you plan to participate in either fair this year, you need to be in the system by this date.
June 1, Monday – Manistee County Fair Registration Supplemental Paperwork set up in Manistee through June 26.
June 2, Tuesday – Manistee County Fair Registration Supplemental Paperwork set up in Manistee through June 25.
June 1-26 – 4-H Manistee County Fair Registration Online and Manual. Reminder: Even if you do online registration you have supplemental paperwork due.
June 10, Wednesday – Classroom horse clinic in evening with Kerry Schubach. Location to be announced.
June 13, Saturday – Horse Clinic with Kerry Schubach at Manistee County fairgrounds.
July 19, Sunday – Horse clinic with Val Kubell at Manistee County fairgrounds.
August 9-15: Northwestern Michigan Fair. See www.northwesternmichiganfair.net
August 23-30: Manistee County Fair. See www.manisteecountyfair.org

Northwestern Michigan Fair is the premier fair held in Traverse City Michigan. Visit in 2014 for The Good Old Days Vintage Theme Northwestern Michigan Fair.

05/06/2015

2015 Block and Bridle Club Lamb Show
June 14, 2015
MSU Pavilion, East Lansing
Entries are due May 30, 2015.

2015 Michigan Beef Showcase
June 12-14, 2015
MSU Pavilion, East Lansing, MI
Entry deadline is May 26, 2015. Entry fees are $35.00 per head. This event in MI Shows sanctioned!

2015 Spartan Classic Jr Hog Show
June 19-21, 2015
MSU Pavilion, East Lansing, MI
Entry information is available here. Entry deadline is May 26, 2015.

2015 State 4-H/FFA Livestock Judging Contest
July 16, 2015
MSU Pavilion, East Lansing
Held in conjunction with the Michigan Livestock Expo (MLE). Entries are due July 1.

04/28/2015

Follow this link to the 4-H Calendar of Events: http://www.ans.msu.edu/extension/horse_youth_programs

4th Annual Hoofin’ it for Horses 5K Run/WalkApril 12, 2015 @ The MSU Horse Teaching & Research CenterProceeds to benefit the MSU Horse Judging ProgramResults: http://www.runmichigan.com/r_view.php?id=25836 Photos by TimeFrame Photography of Lansing, MI: http://bit.ly/15hoofin

04/27/2015

State 4-H Dog Show
Date: August 15, 2015
Time: 7:30 a.m.
Location: MSU Pavilion, 4301 Farm Lane, East Lansing, MI 48910
Contact: Katie Ockert, [email protected]

04/21/2015

Become A MSUE Master Gardener!

Master Gardener Program – Otsego County
August 31, 2015 – December 7, 2015
Monday classes from 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm

University Center of Ga***rd
Rooms U111 and U112
80 Livingston Blvd.
Ga***rd, MI 49735

The cost of the 14-week program is $300, which includes the 1,000-page training manual.

Gain Access to World Class Gardening Knowledge. The 14-session curriculum will provide horticulture training based on university research. This training consists of approximately 45 hours of training with classes on plant science, soil science, integrated pest management, diagnostics, annuals and perennials, woody ornamentals, lawns, vegetables, small fruits, tree fruits, household and nuisance pests and gardening practices to protect water quality.

Have An Opportunity to Serve. After completing the training, Master Gardener Certification is achieved with completion of 40 hours of horticulture-related volunteer service. Examples of volunteer projects and service may include.
• Working with students to design an elementary school garden
• Helping a neighborhood association create an urban garden.
• Staffing plant clinics.
• Designing and caring for gardens at senior centers, parks and other public sites.
• Teaching others how to garden.
• Establishing vegetable gardens to meet local nutritional needs.
• Sharing environmentally-friendly gardening practices at community events.
• Beautifying community sites for special events or community activities that attract local residents and tourists.


Registration
To enroll in the Master Gardening training, please complete the registration and agreement forms online at. http://events.anr.msu.edu/mgpgaylord/
The last day to register online is August 21, 2015.

Contact Information
For information contact Cathy O'Connor at 989-731-0272 or [email protected]

We are pleased you are interested in the MSU Extension Master Gardener Program. The Master Gardener Program is a volunteer leader training program made up of people who are enthusiastic about gardening, want to learn more about growing plants.

03/10/2015

Manistee County 4-H

03/10/2015