White Pine Blister Rust on the North Shore: What’s a Landowner to Do?

Presentation by Minnesota DNR Forest Health Specialist Eric Otto and US Forest Service Forest Pathologist James Jacobs, followed by general discussion with participants. Mike Reichenbach (University of Minnesota Extension Educator (retired) will help provide context and encourage landowner conversation. North Shore Forest Collaborative (NSFC's) associates will also be on-hand to provide support and insight into the NSFC’s technical recommendations for North Shore Forest landscape restoration.

White Pine Blister Rust on the North Shore: What’s a Landowner to Do?2022-12-22T16:31:13-06:00

Healing Our Communities: An Indigenous Perspective

Resources: https://antontreuer.com/ November & December 2022 Cook County Community Read: The Cultural Toolbox: Traditional Ojibwe Living in the Modern World by Author Anton Treuer.

Healing Our Communities: An Indigenous Perspective2022-11-21T15:19:36-06:00

Info Session Photovoltaic (Solar) Associate Credential Training, Funding, and Certification

Resources: Midwest Renewable Energy Association - https://www.midwestrenew.org/ Cook County Local Energy Project (CCLEP) - https://www.cookcountylocalenergy.org/ CCLEP Solar - https://www.cookcountylocalenergy.org/general-7-2 https://www.midwestrenew.org/training-programs/#all_courses What is a Photovoltaic Associate Credential

Info Session Photovoltaic (Solar) Associate Credential Training, Funding, and Certification2022-11-01T14:17:04-05:00

Recycling in Cook County

The average American disposes of 4.5lbs of trash a day. That's an estimated average of 12 tons of garbage created every day in Cook County which needs to be transported 120 miles to landfills or recycling centers. The good news, you can make a difference. Join Zero Waste Cook County educator, Kristina Mattson to learn simple, fun, and practical ways to take charge of your household waste and optimize your recycling.

Recycling in Cook County2022-06-29T16:45:15-05:00

Living Low Waste 101

The average American produces 4.5 lbs of trash a day. But how do you even begin to start reducing waste? Doing so may seem overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be. In this guilt and judgment-free workshop, you'll learn how to start your own low-waste journey at home - no matter where you're starting from.

Living Low Waste 1012022-06-29T13:27:18-05:00

Composting in Northern MN

David Abazs co-owner of Round River Farm and the University of Minnesota, Sustainability Executive Director of NE Region, will be presenting home composting basics and tips and sharing about the Lake County Ei Roskaa (zero waste) recycling and composting project.

Composting in Northern MN2022-06-21T14:32:48-05:00
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