Celebrate Spring in the garden at this 90-minute family camp! Join us as we use our senses to explore the seasonal changes in our growing spaces and put on our chef hats to create a spring snack! In this camp we will: Explore what is growing in the garden during the springtime Read stories and sing songs Harvest herbs to make a delicious spring inspired snack to enjoy Parent or caregiver attends with their child and are guided by Tilth
Support birds, bees, butterflies, and other wildlife with your garden! In addition to growing food and flowers for yourself and your human community, your garden can also provide valuable habitat for beneficial creatures in our urban landscape. In this class, we’ll discuss: Key habitat elements present in healthy ecosystems and how to incorporate them into your garden space Common creatures you can support in soil, on land and in the air Strategies for maintaining and building habitat over time Class
Fermented foods can help the body absorb more nutrients, support the immune system and add homemade flair to your everyday meals. Join us for a fun and engaging 4-hour workshop where you’ll learn how easy it is to make your meals more delicious, nutritious and unique with homemade fermented foods! Topics in this class include: Understanding microbiology basics and how microbes transform raw foods into probiotic superfoods An exploration of the spectrum of fermented foods, including veggies, dairy, beverages and vinegars
Are you interested in land care solutions that can be applied in urban areas for soil fertility, water conservation and climate change mitigation? Join us for an introduction to the basics of permaculture design and regenerative systems! This 4-hour introduction to permaculture will include an interactive lecture, a garden tour, and group activities. You’ll leave with an understanding of “permaculture principles” and how to apply them to support a more holistic and sustainable garden. Topics discussed in this class include: What
Turn herbs from your garden into culinary and medicinal infusions. Herbs like mint, fennel, lavender and chamomile are easy to grow and can be made into healthful and delicious homemade products. Learn how to grow, harvest and utilize garden herbs in your kitchen pantry and medicine cabinet. Plus, you’ll leave with infusions to test and enjoy! During this 4 hour session, we will: Discuss and taste different types of infusions including decoctions, vinegars, oils and syrups Explore the various culinary
Did you know that Western Washington’s Hardiness Zone was changed in 2023 to account for an average increase in winter temperatures of 5 degrees F? Climate weirding is challenging gardeners to think differently about how we garden and what we grow. In this class you will learn how to utilize organic gardening practices to positively impact your soil health and build climate resilience - all while growing a bountiful edible garden of vegetables and fruit! During this two-hour session, we
If your teen or preteen loves gardening and working with younger children, this camp is for them! Junior Counselors will grow their skill as young leaders throughout the week in mentorship with camp staff, facilitating small group activities, and learning what it’s like to teach outdoors, all the while learning about organic gardening and farming. Junior Counselors will earn a Certificate of Leadership upon completion of the camp. This week's camp description: Summer is a wonderful season to practice our
Summer is a wonderful season to practice our gardening skills. Let's learn to plan a garden, compost, plant, harvest, and cook together. There are so many benefits to gardening organically – and it’s tons of fun! We will: Dig into the world of growing healthy soil and plants Investigate and learn how decomposers work while meeting our composting worms! Explore the garden while discovering how to create healthy ecosystems through hands-on scientific investigation Plan next season’s garden! We’ll learn how
If your teen or preteen loves gardening and working with younger children, this camp is for them! Junior Counselors will grow their skill as young leaders throughout the week in mentorship with camp staff, facilitating small group activities, and learning what it’s like to teach outdoors, all the while learning about organic gardening and farming. Junior Counselors will earn a Certificate of Leadership upon completion of the camp. This week's camp description: Calling all makers, artists, and nature lovers! Join
Calling all makers, artists, and nature lovers! Join us in creating beautiful and unique botanical arts and crafts. Throughout our week together, the plants around us will teach us about their uses, providing both inspiration and materials for artistic expression. Together, we will: Use plant technology, fibers, and other garden materials to craft functional pieces to take home Discover the plants around us and learn about their shapes, colors, and plant powers Engage in craft activities such as cyanotypes and
If your teen or preteen loves gardening and working with younger children, this camp is for them! Junior Counselors will grow their skill as young leaders throughout the week in mentorship with camp staff, facilitating small group activities, and learning what it’s like to teach outdoors, all the while learning about organic gardening and farming. Junior Counselors will earn a Certificate of Leadership upon completion of the camp. This week's camp description: Roll like a roly-poly, buzz like a bee!
Roll like a roly-poly, buzz like a bee! In this half-day camp, we will dig into the exciting world of pollinators and bugs in our garden. Throughout the week, we will: Discover the world of pollinators and bugs, exploring their similarities, differences, and habitats Play games and sing songs about our pollinator and bug friends that live in the garden Make snacks and create art using natural ingredients and materials Learn more about how pollinators help plants grow through hands-on,
