These free workshops provided through Hillsborough County Extension Services and UF/IFAS are an amazing opportunity to learn how to become more Earth-friendly in your own backyard.

Here is what is on the schedule:
8:30 AM – Attend a Composting Workshop and learn to turn trash to treasure. You’ll receive a free compost bin and thermometer too!

9:30 AM – The Microirrigation workshop will teach you how you can have a healthy and attractive lawn and landscape while conserving water. Tips on installing and using micro-irrigation are also presented. This irrigation method not only conserves water, but is not as restricted by current water restrictions as traditional in-ground irrigation systems! Hillsborough County residents may receive 1 free micro-irrigation kit when they attend a workshop.

10:30 AM – Learn how Rain Barrels are useful for collecting rainwater for irrigation while reducing erosion and stormwater runoff and how to make your own barrel using a 55-gallon plastic food-grade drum. Hillsborough County residents may receive 1 free rain barrel when they attend a workshop.