Baltimore County

Come and learn about the large variety of pollinators that visit the garden. see the plants and flowers they prefer and how to create a pollinator friendly yard.

Hour long free seminar with Master Gardeners teaching plant choice, tips and tricks for gardening successfully despite deer pressure.

Part of the Howard and Sondra Bender Educational Series. Learn from North American Saddlery School instructors how saddle and tack design directly affect a horse's movement., comfort, and overall performance. Blending traditional craftsmanship with modern fitting principles, participants will gain practical insight into how proper saddle functionality supports equine welfare and long-term soundness.

The University of Maryland Extension, the Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics, and the Agriculture Law Education Initiative will host a free workshop, “Understanding Eminent Domain,” on Wednesday March 25, at 6:00 p.m. at Baltimore County Ag Center in Cockeysville, Maryland. The workshop is designed to help landowners better understand how eminent domain and utility easements may affect their property, particularly in relation to proposed electric transmission lines. There is no cost to attend, but registration is encouraged by March 20.
This educational program will explain how eminent domain works, what landowners can expect during utility easement negotiations, and the options available to protect landowner rights and pursue fair compensation. The session is intended for landowners, farmers, and community members who want to be informed and prepared when facing potential infrastructure projects affecting private property.
“Landowners often have questions and concerns when approached about easements or potential transmission projects,” said Paul Goeringer, Principal Faculty Specialist and Extension Specialist in agricultural law with the University of Maryland. “This workshop provides practical, plain-language information to help landowners understand the process and make informed decisions.”
Participants can register online at https://go.umd.edu/BCEminWork. For additional information, interested individuals may email lgoering@umd.edu.

This webinar will walk participants through the essential requirements for selling farm-fresh eggs, from understanding state regulations and labeling laws to proper handling, washing, storage, and food safety practices. Attendees will learn the differences between on-farm, direct-to-consumer, and retail egg sales, as well as when grading, licensing, or inspections may be required.

This webinar will walk participants through the essential requirements for selling farm-fresh eggs, from understanding state regulations and labeling laws to proper handling, washing, storage, and food safety practices. Attendees will learn the differences between on-farm, direct-to-consumer, and retail egg sales, as well as when grading, licensing, or inspections may be required.

Join the UME Master Gardeners of Baltimore County to learn the cheap & effective method of winter sowing with early-season vegetables. Take home a recycled milk jug with your seeds sowed!

Discover the beauty and ecology of moss on this guided Master Gardener hike at Irvine Nature Center. We’ll explore the wooded trails, learn about moss identification, and discuss how these small plants contribute to the health of forests and gardens. Please be prepared for the weather and to hike outdoors in uneven terrain.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in this activity, please contact Stephanie Pully at pully@umd.edu or (301) 226-7616 before April 13, 2026.

Learn what spring ephemerals (native and non-native) are, and how they are important early season sources of nectar and pollen for native insects. The Master Gardeners will also demonstrate techniques for seed starting over the winter and early spring that are adaptable to home and balcony gardens. Each person attending must register prior to the program.

When you think “native Maryland plants", orchids might not be the first thing that comes to mind—but they should be! Uncover the hidden beauty of Maryland’s wild orchids and their tropical cousin, the Phalaenopsis. Learn how to repot, water, and feed to keep your orchid for years. 

Each person attending must register prior to the program.

Do you wonder which practices, current and of long ago, can enhance your garden's efficiency and productivity? Join us for answers to these "wonders". Each person attending must register prior to the event. Snow date: Tuesday, January 27, 2026.