Foundations In Gardening-Optional Labs
Growing and Caring for Plants in Wisconsin:
Foundations in Gardening – Optional Labs
Optional Labs
The optional labs for the Growing and Caring for Plants in Wisconsin: Foundations in Gardening course includes four additional learning sessions for $40. These sessions are led by Extension Horticulture Educators and Outreach Specialists. The labs are held via Zoom.
Registration for the optional labs opens July 15 and closes at noon on September 23. (only Foundation course registrants can register for labs)
During the labs you will:
- Learn more while engaging with Extension Educators and other participants.
- Dig deeper into Foundations in Gardening concepts by applying them to real life situations.
- Participate in both large and small group activities and discussions.
For more information regarding the labs, please contact
Margaret Murphy
Horticulture Educator
Extension Chippewa, Dunn, & Eau Claire Counties
711 N. Bridge St.
Chippewa Falls, WI 54729
Phone: (715) 726-7957
Email: margaret.murphy@wisc.edu
Labs for 2024
For each of the four labs, there are three days/times to choose from (see table below). There is no need to make a commitment to a specific day and time. Choose the day/time for each lab that works with your schedule that week. Those who are not able to attend or are interested in reviewing what was covered, can view the recording. One lab will be recorded each week and the link to the recording will be shared with those who register for the labs.
For each lab you will choose the day and time that works best for you.
| Lab #1 Label Reading, Interpreting a Soil Test | Lab #2 Integrated Pest Management | Lab #3 Botany, Plant Identification | Lab #4 Pruning |
| Monday September 30 10:00-11:00 AM | Monday October 21 10:00-11:00 AM | Monday November 4 10:00-11:00 AM | Monday November 18 10:00-11:00 AM |
| Monday September 30 6:30-7:30 PM | Monday October 21 6:30-7:30 PM | Monday November 4 6:30-7:30 PM | Monday November 18 6:30-7:30 PM |
| Thursday October 3 Noon-1:00 PM | Thursday October 24 Noon-1:00 PM | Thursday November 7 Noon-1:00 PM | Thursday November 21 Noon-1:00 PM |
FAQs
How do I register for a Lab section?
Once you register for the Foundations in Gardening course, you will receive a confirmation email with a link to register for the labs (this will be to the Extension Eau Claire County website). The link will take you to an external site where you will complete registration for the labs. You must use that link to register. Once you register you will receive a confirmation email with payment options (check or credit card) for the $40 Lab Fee.
All four labs are included in the lab fee. You cannot register for a single lab without paying for all four.
Lab registration is through Extension Eau Claire County. The registration fee is non-refundable. Visa, Master Card, Discover, American Express (there is a convenience fee charged of 2.35% or minimum of $1.00), and e-check ($.50 convenience fee) are all accepted .
Will the Labs be recorded?
Yes, the recordings will be made available to those who enrolled in the labs.
What if I did not register for the optional Labs and have now changed my mind? Can I still register?
Yes, you can still register until the lab registration deadline. Lab registration is open until September 23, 2024. Once lab registration closes, you will no longer be able to register for a lab.
Lab registration is separate from the Foundations in Gardening course registration process. To find the link to register for the lab, refer back to your course confirmation email.
If you have questions, please contact UW-Madison Division of Extension Horticulture Educator Margaret Murphy at margaret.murphy@wisc.edu.
