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Stokes Successful Family

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http://stokes.ces.ncsu.edu/files/library/85/Stokes%20Successful%20Family%20February%2008.pdf

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Lenny's Water Watch Program

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This two-day workshop is a learning activity for the whole family. The first day (April 2nd from 6-9pm) we will discuss the basics of stream ecology as well as teach simple methods to determine the health of our waterbodies by the types of aquatic critters you find and how to measure water quality with common test kits. The second day (April 5th from

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How to Build and Install a Rain Barrel

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Rainwater harvesting is not a new concept but it hasn't been utilized by urban folks as much as the rural community. Using rain barrels are a great way for homeowners to water gardens, potted plants, flower beds and other areas around the home.Did you know? Every inch of rain that falls on 1,000 square feet yields 623

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Bioretention Design

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About the workshop: As bioretention becomes a more standard practice to treat stormwater runoff in North Carolina, its design, construction, and maintenance continues to evolve.  This 1.5 day workshop is designed for those who are either considering or are actively designing or reviewing the designs of bioretention areas in North Carolina's Piedmont.  The latest research findings are incorporated into design, construction and maintenance recommendations for

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Extension's Successful Family Newsletter Summer 2008

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http://stokes.ces.ncsu.edu/files/library/85/SFsum08_generic.pdf

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Snake Control

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Snake ControlBy Wendi HartupNatural Resources Extension AgentForsyth County Cooperative Extension  We get a lot of questions about snakes this time

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Pest-Free Yards Are Very Difficult

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Pest-Free Yards Very DifficultBy Wendi HartupNatural Resources Extension AgentForsyth County Cooperative Extension  It is unrealistic, and even

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Watch out for the cicada-killer!

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Watch out for the cicada-killer!  Wendi HartupNatural Resources Extension AgentForsyth County Cooperative Extension  It’s that time of year when you’ll see large numbers of huge cicada-killer wasps (nearly 2 inches) skimming around

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Stokes Successful Family Newsletter August 2008

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http://stokes.ces.ncsu.edu/files/library/85/Stokes%20Successful%20Family%20August%2008.pdf

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Stokes Successful Family Newsletter August 2008

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http://stokes.ces.ncsu.edu/files/library/85/Stokes%20Successful%20Family%20August%2008.pdf

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