Washington County

May 9, 2024 9:30am-2:30pm
Planting green demonstration, Biomass and root sampling activities, Soil pit investigation, Slug scouting and control methods, Single species and mixes, sandy and clayey soils
The field day will include coffee, light breakfast and lunch

The Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics (AREC) will host two one-day, in-person workshops on Feb 26th at Chesapeake College and March 12th in Boonsboro. The Cultivating Knowledge Together: Maryland’s Peer-Powered Land Use workshops will run from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm. Registration is required to attend. This program is complimentary and made possible through a Northeast Risk Management Education Center grant.

Elizabeth Thilmany, a Faculty Specialist in AREC, and Paul Goeringer, a Senior Faculty Specialist and Extension Specialist in agricultural law, will lead the workshops, covering topics such as leasing land, renewable energy policy implications, estate planning, and zoning, among other topics. Through interactive elements like live polling and case scenario decision-making, participants will actively engage with the material, fostering a comprehensive understanding of the processes and considerations involved in making informed land use decisions.

"These workshops offer a unique opportunity for landowners to connect and engage in peer-driven knowledge sharing, especially relevant in the context of owning farmland in the age of renewable energy development. Participants will leave with a comprehensive understanding of land ownership and valuable connections," said Thilmany.

Complimentary breakfast refreshments, coffee, and lunch will be provided during the workshops. Check-in begins at 9 am, with the workshops running from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm. The workshop dates and locations are:

February 26, Chesapeake College, 110 Higher Education Center, 1000 College Cir, Wye Mills, MD 21679, and
March 12, Washington County’s University of Maryland Extension Office, 7303 Sharpsburg Pike, Boonsboro, MD 21713.

For more information or to register, go to https://agrisk.umd.edu/events. For more information, reach out to Elizabeth Thilmany at thilmany@umd.edu.

This material is based upon work supported by USDA/NIFA under Award Number 2021‐70027‐34693.

The IAA offers nine majors to jump-start your career in agribusiness, sustainable agriculture, environmental stewardship, horticulture, landscaping, turfgrass management, or ag communications. We will explore areas of study, financial aid and scholarships, world-class facilities, campus life, and more!

Text, Talk, Train

Text, Talk, Train Sessions with Maryland Accessible Telecommunications (MAT)

Join Marylanders Online and Maryland Accessible Telecommunications (MAT) for the interactive Talk, Text, Train (TTT) virtual training series, where Marylanders can connect, learn, and enhance their digital literacy. This training series is designed to bring people together and foster meaningful conversations and skill building around accessible technology.

Agenda of Sessions

Tuesday, October 17th , 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. : Craig Addison, Npower, Tam Watkin, Comcast

Thursday, October 19th , 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. : FCC- ACP, TBD, NFB & Marguerite Woods

Tuesday, October 24th , 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. : Blindshell, Diane Ducharme

Thursday, October 26th , 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. : Blindshell, Diane Ducharme

Tuesday, October 31st, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. : Mini Vision 2, Robert Felgar

Thursday, November 2nd , 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. : Mini Vision 2, Robert Felgar

Tuesday, November 7th, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. : Pixel 6a, Kenny Washington

Thursday, November 9th, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. : Pixel 6a, Kenny Washington

Tuesday, November 14th, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. : Smart Vision 3, Kenny Washington

Thursday, November 16th, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. : Smart Vision 3, Kenny Washington

Tuesday, November 28th, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. : Mini Vision 2 & Raz Memory, Robert Felgar

Thursday, November 30th, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. : Mini Vision 2 & Raz Memory, Robert Felgar

Tuesday, December 5th, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. : Real Sam, Carmen Ochoa

Thursday, December 7th, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. : Real Sam, Carmen Ochoa

Tuesday, December 12th, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. : Iphone, Kenny Washington

Thursday, December 14th, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. : Iphone, Kenny Washington

Tuesday, December 19th, 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. : Hable, Freek van Welsenis

Thursday, December 21st, 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. : Maryland Division of Rehabilitation Services presentation, “Independent Contractor Opportunities”

For more information about Maryland Accessible Communications, visit https://doit.maryland.gov/mdrelay/Pages/Equipment.aspx

For more information about Marylanders Online, visit https://marylandersonline.umd.edu/

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