Straw Bale Gardening - Joel Karsten

Project Details by Fiscal Year
2014 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$494
Fund Source
Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund
Recipient Type
Libraries
Status
Completed
Start Date
April 2015
End Date
April 2015
Activity Type
Education/Outreach/Engagement
Counties Affected
Murray
Murray
Project Overview
The program educates gardeners of all types how to use the straw bale gardening method. The program includes a visual presentation by author Joel Karsten and a question and answer audience interaction portion.
Project Details
9 participated
Legal Citation / Subdivision
Laws of Minnesota for 2013 Chapter 137, Article 4, Section 2, Subdivision 4
2014 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$494
Other Funds Leveraged
$0
Direct expenses
$494
Proposed Measurable Outcome(s)

Attendees will gain knowledge about a different method of gardening. Being able to speak to Joel Karsten directly with their questions and concerns will greatly add to their educational experience.

Measurable Outcome(s)

Program participants gained enough knowledge just from the program to star their own straw bale garden. Many community members have also borrowed or purchased the straw bale gardening book as a reference.
Community members are already working together to locate a local source of straw bales and other supplies needed and comparing their successes and challenges. Several people who weren't able to attend the program have stopped by the library for more information and/or to request the book.

Source of Additional Funds

The City of Fulda provided space for the program at no charge.

Project Manager
First Name
Jim
Last Name
Trojanowski
Organization Name
Plum Creek Library System
Street Address
290 S. Lake Street, P.O. Box 697
City
Worthington
State
MN
Zip Code
56187
Phone
(507) 376-5803
Email
jtrojanowski@plumcreeklibrary.net
Administered By
Administered by
Location

1500 Highway 36 West
Roseville, MN 55113-4266

Phone
651-582-8200