The institute will be tabling at the Wisconsin Garden Expo from Friday, February 9th to Sunday, February 11th in Madison. The event has workshops, seminars, demonstrations, and hundreds of vendors. Stop by and say “hi” to us at booth 527/610.
Items for Sale
At the booth, we’ll be selling “Low Tech Porridge” as a fundraiser for the institute.
Hours
Friday: 12:00–7:00 p.m.
Saturday: 9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
Sunday: 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Presentations
Scott will be presenting five times (three presentations) over the weekend. The two gardening talks will also appear on the podcast in coming weeks.
Friday 9
Gardening in a Warming Wisconsin, 12:15-1:15p, Mendota 8
This last year shows us how challenging it is to grow in a warmer, drier Wisconsin. In this seminar, we will discuss ways to “future-proof” our food gardens for a changing and more variable climate. (expo page)
Vermicompost: Let the Worms Do the Work, 3:30-4:15p, Demo Stage B
Worms turn kitchen scraps into the best compost: worm castings. In this demonstration, you’ll learn about the different types of worm farms, how to keep the worms, and how to solve common problems. (expo page)
Saturday 10
Vermicompost: Let the Worms Do the Work, 10:30-11:15p, Demo Stage B
Vermicompost: Let the Worms Do the WorkWorms turn kitchen scraps into the best compost: worm castings. In this demonstration, you’ll learn about the different types of worm farms, how to keep the worms, and how to solve common problems. (expo page)
Gardening in a Warming Wisconsin, 2:15-3:15p, Mendota 8
This last year shows us how challenging it is to grow in a warmer, drier Wisconsin. In this seminar, we will discuss ways to “future-proof” our food gardens for a changing and more variable climate. (expo page)
Sunday 11
Four-Season Growing in Wisconsin, 12:45-1:45p, Mendota 8
Let’s look at some ideas for growing year round in Wisconsin. These can be as simple as insulated covers for cold-hardy greens to in-ground greenhouses with passive and active heating. We will also discuss indoor growing as well. (expo page)