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  • … Apply How to Apply to Windy City Harvest Youth Farm Eligibility Windy City Harvest Youth Farm hires high … enrolled in high school, at least 14 years old, and live or go to school near the farm site to which they are applying. Where to Begin Students can apply for summer programs starting … through late Fall and must be able to commit to the shift for their farm. Shift information is listed on the application for each site. Let us know that you’re interested and our team will …
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  • … what would work well, and scallops popped into Jason’s head. It seemed like a great spot to showcase them—at the entrance to the Daniel F. and Ada L. Rice Plant Conservation Science Center and a stop on the tram route. … going for a mermaid theme. Something fun, beautiful, and iridescent. Bio: Jamie Berlin is the horticulturist that cares for the Lavin Evaluation Garden and Green Roof Gardens at the …
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  • … if you don’t want a brown, unruly patch of land. Conservation scientist Becky Barak, Ph.D., is looking to change that assumption. By studying alternatives to traditional turfgrass, she and her … for lawns,” Barak said. “We can help by hopefully showing which of these alternatives function best for different ecosystem services. People are already talking about lawn alternatives; now, …
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  • … While checking the perimeter fence around  McDonald Woods  to see if there was any damage to the fence after a windy day, I discovered a large red oak that … the fence. When trying to remove a leaning tree, you have to start at the base and work your way to the top as each section falls away. The base of the tree was good and solid, sending a … not a serious threat to people and will only give you a pinch if you handle them roughly. It is not uncommon to find the large brown stag beetles around buildings near woodlands at night, …
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  • … Year 2022 Do you have a stunning photo of the Chicago Botanic Garden that you’d like the world to see? Submit photos to the prestigious International Garden Photographer of the Year competition and exhibition, … at cultural and horticultural venues and published in the latest IGPOTY book. The exhibition is formed from the winners of the annual competition, which runs July 1 – October 31, 2022. The …
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  • … investigations, science and art activities, and outdoor discoveries all year long! Each camp is lead by highly qualified staff. Become a Garden Plus member today and enjoy a special … Garden offers fun outdoor science, nature, art, cooking, and ecology day camps for kids ages 2 to 15.  We offer flexible scheduling options from June through August. Registration Policies … Garden offers fun outdoor science, nature, art, cooking, and ecology day camps for kids ages 2 to 15.  We offer flexible scheduling options from June through August. Registration Policies …
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  • … statement: “In developing this piece, I thought about the contributions the Garden has made to Chicagoland communities in city farms and learning opportunities. I recalled seeing a group of … like these, I am reminded of nature’s symbiotic benefits. I hope this artwork inspires viewers to nurture nature. As technology guides us into the future, let’s remember all of the natural … carried us this far and informed many of the next grand ideas.”     About the artist: Sam Kirk is a Chicago-based multidisciplinary artist who explores culture and identity politics through …
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  • … Jeffrey S. Muldrow Garden Chef Recipes Chef Jeffrey S. Muldrow is the owner of Va Pensiero Restaurant, an award-winning fine-dining Italian restaurant in … juice 1 cup mayonnaise ¼ tsp. paprika 1 tsp. lemon juice Pinch cayenne pepper Salt and pepper to taste Directions Cut all vegetables into small chunks and run through a grinder, or pulse until coarse ground in a food processor or blender. Add tomato juice to vegetables and whisk in. Place mayonnaise in a large bowl and slowly whisk in vegetable …
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  • … Crew Members   Corps at Work Post-Program Success Stories Windy City Harvest Corps employs 30 to 40 justice-involved individuals and veterans in closely mentored, full-time, paid transitional …   Rising Entrepreneurs Beginning Farmer Incubator Program The Incubator program’s function is to help reduce the risks related to starting one’s own farming-related enterprise. Incubator …
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  • … Funders Windy City Harvest Funders The Chicago Botanic Garden’s Windy City Harvest is supported by government grants and generous contributions from foundation, corporate, and … gratefully acknowledges the institutions and individuals who support Windy City Harvest’s work to advance a more sustainable, inclusive, and healthy food system.   Major support for Chicago … gratefully acknowledges the institutions and individuals who support Windy City Harvest’s work to advance a more sustainable, inclusive, and healthy food system.   Major support for Chicago …
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