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HomeMy WebLinkAbout060526 - Chicken and cattle classes coming this month!ALERT: BE CAUTIOUS This email originated outside the organization. Do not open attachments or click on links if you are not expecting them. New farm classes are happening in June - register now! View this email in your browser <https://mailchi.mp/wsu/dirt-talk-farm-walk-agritourism-17604059?e=bae7ffec58> <https://mcusercontent.com/360ae1ff3a734621548b3598b/images/e9dec2c6-a793-8f98-ec76-7d9e577f4300.png> Chicken and cattle classes happening this month! <https://mcusercontent.com/360ae1ff3a734621548b3598b/images/93e684fe-d6f6-02c3-5921-00b64f7994a3.png> Forage and Grazing Nutrition What you'll learn: * How cattle utilize forages * Understanding nutrient needs * Feeding economically * Developing supplementation strategies * Striving for health and reproductive performance Who should attend: Small scale farmers, 4H and FFA students, and anyone interested in someday raising cattle. No experience necessary! Event details: Date: Online! June 17th, 6-7:15pm Speaker: Dr. Don Llewellyn, Associate Professor and Livestock Extension Specialist Registration for the class <https://us.list-manage.com/pXZZXiQSt5z?e=bae7ffec58&c2id=d07d78f77d34a9e320b70d4241c3d8b1> <https://mcusercontent.com/360ae1ff3a734621548b3598b/images/75d2b7c8-7cff-9ada-a7eb-529e05fa30e1.png> Finishing: Grass or Grain What you'll learn: * Differences between grass and grain * How feed finishing choice affects the end product * Practical feeding guidance for 4H, FFA, and open cattle projects Who should attend: Small scale farmers, 4H and FFA students, and anyone interested in someday raising cattle. No experience necessary! Event details: Date: Online! June 23rd, 6-7:15pm Speaker: Dr. Don Llewellyn, Associate Professor and Livestock Extension Specialist Registration for the class <https://us.list-manage.com/iFfVI6xFLAv?e=bae7ffec58&c2id=d07d78f77d34a9e320b70d4241c3d8b1> <https://mcusercontent.com/360ae1ff3a734621548b3598b/images/37da5d11-fd31-16dd-1403-887384d54031.png> Chicken Care for Beginners What you'll learn: * Acquiring and raising chicks * When is the right time to put chickens outside? * Feeding chicks and chickens, including supplements like oyster shells and grit * Addressing common health issues * Mistakes and misconceptions when it comes to keeping chickens * Resources to further build knowledge! Who should attend: Small scale farmers, backyard growers, and anyone interested in someday keeping chickens. No experience necessary! Event details: Two locations to choose from, in person! Poulsbo class: June 15th, 6-7:30pm Registration for the class <https://us.list-manage.com/15Nlnc4XkWY?e=bae7ffec58&c2id=d07d78f77d34a9e320b70d4241c3d8b1> Port Angeles class: June 29th, 6-8:00pm Registration for the class <https://us.list-manage.com/BH8SSCNoAOT?e=bae7ffec58&c2id=d07d78f77d34a9e320b70d4241c3d8b1> Note: This is not a two part series. This is the same class being offered in two different counties. Visit the Regional Small Farms Website <https://us.list-manage.com/BOpKs6Ly0BT?e=bae7ffec58&c2id=d07d78f77d34a9e320b70d4241c3d8b1> WSU Extension programs and employment are available to all without discrimination. Evidence of noncompliance may be reported through your local WSU Extension office. Reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities and special needs who contact Jess Sappington at 345 6th St. Suite 550, Bremerton WA / 360-228-7308 at least two weeks prior to the event. <https://us.list-manage.com/S6JCMX8tpIk?e=bae7ffec58&c2id=d07d78f77d34a9e320b70d4241c3d8b1> <https://us.list-manage.com/L7gCGRblpVg?e=bae7ffec58&c2id=d07d78f77d34a9e320b70d4241c3d8b1> <mailto:kellie.henwood@wsu.edu> <https://us.list-manage.com/16CD2HByRMG?e=bae7ffec58&c2id=d07d78f77d34a9e320b70d4241c3d8b1> Copyright © 2026 WSU Extension Regional Small Farms Program, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: WSU Extension Regional Small Farms Program 121 Oak Bay Rd Port Hadlock, WA 98339 Add us to your address book <https://wsu.us19.list-manage.com/vcard?u=360ae1ff3a734621548b3598b&id=9e764ecf8d> This email was sent to jeffbocc@co.jefferson.wa.us <mailto:jeffbocc@co.jefferson.wa.us> why did I get this? <https://wsu.us19.list-manage.com/about?u=360ae1ff3a734621548b3598b&id=9e764ecf8d&e=bae7ffec58&c=ec5691b753> unsubscribe from this list <https://wsu.us19.list-manage.com/unsub scribe?u=360ae1ff3a734621548b3598b&id=9e764ecf8d&t=b&e=bae7ffec58&c=ec5691b753> update subscription preferences <https://wsu.us19.list-manage.com/profile?u=360ae1ff3a734621548b3598b&id=9e764ecf8d &e=bae7ffec58&c=ec5691b753> WSU Extension Regional Small Farms Program · 121 Oak Bay Rd · Port Hadlock, WA 98339 · USA <https://us.list-manage.com/LqqLMI_uxmE9r6ry2qBHt1?e=bae7ffec58&c2id=d07d78f77d34a9e320b70d4241c3d8b1>