As gardeners we are aware of the changing seasons. Here in West Virginia we’re experiencing many changes this fall. Our days are shortened and cool nights have arrived. The fall asters and goldenrod (Solidago) grace our fields and the ruby throated hummingbirds are taking their last sip from joe-pye weed (Eupatorium) before heading south. Sedums and hardy mums (Dendranthema) compliment our fall gardens, our summer vegetable plots are fading and the Appalachian hardwoods are transforming to their fall brilliance.

The season of the conference draws near as well. With the conference rapidly approaching, we continue to execute conference plans. Finishing touches are being put on conference publications, local foods are being purchased and our excitement is growing.

A printable version of the condensed “schedule at a glance” is now available on the schedule page of the 2011 IMGC website.

During the conference our official conference phone number will be 304-206-6870. Feel free to leave this number at home with a relative or neighbor in case someone needs to reach you in an emergency situation.

We look forward to seeing you in Wild and Wonderful West Virginia.