PRESS RELEASE

IPM FLYER

Gardeners of all experience levels are invited to attend a free Pest Management Class on Saturday, August 9 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Hanna and Herbert Bauer Memorial Community Garden, located at 137 N. Cottonwood Street in Woodland along the west side of the Yolo County Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA) Bauer Building. Hosted by Yolo County HHSA and led by a certified Yolo County UC Master Gardener, the class will focus on Integrated Pest Management (IPM); a low cost, environmentally friendly approach to managing unwanted pests using natural methods. This class is part of an ongoing gardening education series offered throughout the year at the community garden.

No previous gardening experience is required to attend. Participants will learn how to identify beneficial and unwanted pests, determine if pests are becoming a problem and learn about natural methods that are used to control them. There will be time to ask questions and discuss common pest problems in our region.

This class is free to all and is part of HHSA’s commitment to providing education that can help residents eat fresh fruits and vegetables and live healthier lives. Registration is required by Friday, August 8. To register, contact Nick Gazda at Nick.Gazda@YoloCounty.gov or at (530) 666 – 8429. Participants are encouraged to dress for warm weather, bring water and sun protection. In the event of extreme heat or poor air quality, the class will be moved inside.

To learn more about the garden activities and classes, please visit: www.YoloCounty.gov/garden.