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Gardening for Wild Pollinators

Rainier Beach Urban Farm and Wetlands 5513 S Cloverdale St, Seattle, WA, United States

Description *This class is currently full. You can join the waitlist here. This class is designed for anyone interested in learning more about our wild, native pollinators (as opposed to the domesticated honey bee) and strategies for how to support them. We will learn about a few key pollinator species in our PNW ecosystems, what roles they play, and best practices for cultivating spaces that provide habitat and forage for these important creatures. Topics covered in this session include: This class

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Drip Irrigation for the Home Gardener

Rainier Beach Urban Farm and Wetlands 5513 S Cloverdale St, Seattle, WA, United States

Description Learn how easy it is to water your garden with resource-efficient drip irrigation! Even though our Pacific Northwest maritime climate is known for rain, during the dry summer we still need to water food crops, thirsty ornamentals and container gardens. This class will cover: This class features a lecture, garden tour and hands-on opportunity to assemble components of a drip system. Please dress for the weather. This in-person class will take place primarily outdoors with some time indoors, in

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Garden Maintenance 101

Good Shepherd Center 4649 Sunnyside Ave N, Seattle, WA, United States

Description So you've planted a garden — now what? In exchange for our care and attention, gardens can offer us nourishment, beauty, and a space to connect with the natural world. As the summer season begins, you might be wondering how to encourage a healthy and bountiful garden throughout the year! In this maintenance-focused class we'll discuss tips and techniques to help your plants, soil, and garden companions thrive. In this online class, we will cover: This in-person class will

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Botany for Gardeners

Rainier Beach Urban Farm and Wetlands 5513 S Cloverdale St, Seattle, WA, United States

Description Optimize your garden by learning the science behind how plants grow! By understanding the structure of plants and how they function, you can provide a better environment for them to grow and produce to their full potential. In this class, you'll learn about: This in-person workshop will take place primarily indoors in a room with an air filter and doors open for good ventilation. It will include an interactive lecture and time for Q & A. We will examine

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Plant Propagation for Beginners

Rainier Beach Urban Farm and Wetlands 5513 S Cloverdale St, Seattle, WA, United States

Description Multiply your garden! Learn how to create new plants from seeds, cuttings and divisions in this engaging workshop. You will become familiar with the way plants reproduce themselves, and will feel confident in your ability to create a vibrant garden through plant propagation. In this workshop, we will learn about: This in-person class will take place primarily outdoors and will include lecture, discussion and hands-on activities. Class size is limited to 15 people, and we will be following current

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Community Kitchen: Korean Spring Specialty

Rainier Beach Urban Farm and Wetlands 5513 S Cloverdale St, Seattle, WA, United States

Join us June 11; 1-3 p.m. for some Korean specialties! The May Rainier Beach Community Kitchen is being moved to the first weekend of June so we can all enjoy the memorial day weekend. Tina Thomson (a.k.a. Kyong Jae Lee), the head chef for the Seattle Korean Elders Association, and our chef from last July, is returning to create spring on a plate. Come enjoy a beautiful meal together, learn about the dishes, and after we all enjoy the meal

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Fundamentals of Organic Gardening

Good Shepherd Center 4649 Sunnyside Ave N, Seattle, WA, United States

Description Want to grow your own food but don't know where to begin? Learn how to start your organic garden, and continue caring for your crops, so you can eat fresh, healthy food year-round. This two-part, 4.5-hour introduction to fundamental organic gardening topics includes two in-person, weeknight sessions. The first evening will consist of a conversational lecture with time for questions, and the second evening will involve hands-on activities in the garden. You'll leave with the knowledge you need to confidently prepare

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Art in the Garden: Drawing, Painting and Writing with Plants

Rainier Beach Urban Farm and Wetlands 5513 S Cloverdale St, Seattle, WA, United States

Description How do we bring more creativity into our everyday lives? It starts by paying attention, and the garden is the perfect spot to do just that. Join local artist Anna Brones for an art workshop that's focused on tapping into our creativity and using various mediums as a tool for paying close attention to what's happening around us in the natural world. We'll combine drawing, painting, and writing as tools for cultivating a sense of presence. This class will

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Start Your Fall & Winter Garden

Good Shepherd Center 4649 Sunnyside Ave N, Seattle, WA, United States

Description Mid-summer is the perfect time to start planning your fall and winter garden so that you can keep eating fresh vegetables all year. For fall and winter harvests, it's important to get seeds and starts in the garden early enough to allow them growth while the sun is still shining. A little planning and effort now will pay off deliciously during the dark days of winter! In this class we will: This in-person class will be outdoors with hands-on

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Junior Counselor: Young Organic Gardeners

Rainier Beach Urban Farm and Wetlands 5513 S Cloverdale St, Seattle, WA, United States

Description There are so many benefits to gardening organically. Let's dig deep! In this camp, we will learn about the many benefits of gardening organically, such as improved soil health, more nutritious food, and clean water systems. Together, we will plan a garden, save and plant seeds, compost with worms, organically manage pests, know when to harvest, and much more. We will learn how to support healthy ecosystems while growing food and pollinator plants that thrive in our Northwest environment.

Junior Counselor: June Garden Artists

Good Shepherd Center 4649 Sunnyside Ave N, Seattle, WA, United States

Description Many famous works of art are inspired by nature. This summer, we will explore the patterns, flowers, and beauty of the Children’s Garden through a variety of media, including colored pencils, clay, paints, recycled items, and natural garden materials. We will learn about animal habitats, plant lifecycles, culinary arts, how art and science are interrelated, and much more. As we draw inspiration and use materials from nature, we will develop our reciprocal relationship with the garden and practice caring

Young Organic Gardeners

Rainier Beach Urban Farm and Wetlands 5513 S Cloverdale St, Seattle, WA, United States

Description There are so many benefits to gardening organically. Let's dig deep! In this camp, we will learn about the many benefits of gardening organically, such as improved soil health, more nutritious food, and clean water systems. Together, we will plan a garden, save and plant seeds, compost with worms, organically manage pests, know when to harvest, and much more. We will learn how to support healthy ecosystems while growing food and pollinator plants that thrive in our Northwest environment.