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In the Garden: 2015 Webinars Announced

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Nathan Johanning is an Extension Educator with the U of I Extension Service.   WSIU's Kevin Boucher talks with Johanning about a series of upcoming gardening webinars.

The University of Illinois Extension service is offering a series of Webinars for those interested in gardening. These webinars are free, but you do need to pre-register by calling Nathan Johanning at (618) 687-1727.

Nathan Johanning, Extension Educator, Local Food Systems and Small Farms in the greenhouse surrounded by Fennel, Chard and Spinach, all growing in mid December. Photo by Kevin Boucher.
 

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Carrots growing in a raised bed in mid December. Photo by Kevin Boucher.
 

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Locally grown spinach growing in a greenhouse in mid December, ready for eating! Photo by Kevin Boucher.
 

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Kevin Boucher is a retired broadcaster. Most recently he was a news reporter for WSIU radio. He grew up watching nature programs including Mutual of Omaha’s wild kingdom and the many Jacques Cousteau specials which sparked his passion with nature. Kevin also is an avid hiker and loves seeing and writing stories about the many fascinating plants and animals we share our planet with. Kevin is married and has lived in Murphysboro since 1976, after living in many places, including Japan, as the son of a Navy officer.


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