Extension Educationin Galveston County

Galveston County Master Gardener and palm tree enthusiast O.J. Miller has over 18 years of experience with palms in our area. This program will include an introduction to palms, an overview of the exotics, and information about the commonly found palms at nurseries in our area. Included in the presentation will be planting methods, fertilization, freeze preparation and proper care. The program will include a discussion of the better varieties for Galveston County and the surrounding area. All programs are conducted at the Galveston County AgriLife Extension Office... Read More →

Mr. Tom Wilks will present a seminar on Snake Sense Topics to be discussed include identification of area snakes; snakebite prevention and first aid; snake handling techniques and equipment; snake conservation; venom research and medical advances; and snakes as pets. Mr. Wilks has been collecting, studying, and photographing reptiles for over 50 years. He has worked as a zookeeper in the Reptile Department at the San Antonio Zoo and as a wildlife guide at the Bayou Wildlife Park in Dickinson. Wilks is a certified Texas Animal Control Officer... Read More →

Want to learn how to expand your succulent collection? Certified Texas Master Gardeners from Dallas County Master Gardeners, Paula Spletter and Marilyn Hill, will present a hands-on class that will give you all the tools you'll need, class materials will be included. Paula is the Creative Director and Marilyn the Container Specialist with the prestigious Northaven Gardens in Dallas. All programs are conducted at the Galveston County AgriLife Extension Office at 4102-B Main Street (FM 519) inside Carbide Park in La Marque, and are free to the public... Read More →