… scientists for many years. Until a few decades ago, that frontier mostly remained inaccessible to women because of the challenges many women continue to face in participating in STEMM (science, technology, engineering, math, and medicine) careers. … the unique and diverse leadership styles and efficacy of women, Homeward Bound’s goal is to ensure that the future of STEMM reflects the diversity of the human population and benefits …
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… Plant Research Sustainable landscaping practices are promoted through Garden initiatives to identify and develop plants best suited to Midwest gardens. Serving as an optimal outdoor laboratory, the Ellis Goodman Family Foundation Green Roof Garden South is supporting national research to better understand the response of plant communities to extreme …
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… the impact of our conservation, restoration, and plant science programs. My main focus is supporting the Garden’s local, regional, and national efforts to increase the supply of native seed for habitat restoration. I help manage the Plant … around their restoration-focused Next Century Conservation Plan, build the organization’s website and interactive map, and increase restoration and conservation storytelling efforts. I …
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… the Chicago Botanic Garden. Naturally, we wondered who among us might have the worst case (or best, depending on how you look at it). So we sent out a simple query: do you grow orchids at … house. Yes, I do indeed grow orchids at home. I haven’t counted them recently, but I’d admit to 50-plus plants. I simply find orchids to be fascinating for their seemingly infinite … to modern DNA technology being used to revise their nomenclature. Just figuring out where to buy plants was an adventure, as most of the orchid nurseries I knew were long gone. Slc. …
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… North Branch Trail at the south end of the Chicago Botanic Garden near Dundee Road. The osprey is listed as an endangered species in Illinois, which means it’s at risk of disappearing as a … species. Fish-eating raptors that migrate south and winter from the southern United States to South America, osprey are often seen during their migrations—yet few remain in Illinois to … L earn more about the how and why of the osprey nesting platform project at the FOCR website. Follow the links on the FOCR website for images, video, and a press release relating to …
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… Over the river and through the woods you trekked to find the perfect, most lush Christmas tree (okay, maybe you drove to the nearest retail lot … Pick a fresh tree If you’re shopping for pre-cut live trees at a nursery or retail lot, never buy a bagged tree. It’s harder to know whether the tree is fresh if it’s wrapped in netting. The best way to tell which pre-cut tree will last longest is to do the “shake test.” Grab a tree by …
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… One of the joys of indoor gardening is growing pots of fragrant paperwhite daffodils. During the cold, dreary, winter months, their … all are members of the genus Narcissus —the Latin/botanical name for all daffodils. According to the American Daffodil Society, there are between 40 and 200 different daffodil species, … sold in garden centers and by mail-order sources from September through November. If you buy several bags of bulbs, you can stagger the bloom time by potting a few each week. Didn’t buy …
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… Plant Collections Search the Collections A museum's major function is to collect and preserve objects. As a museum, the Chicago Botanic Garden is dedicated to … collections and the display and maintenance of these collections is recognized as one of the best. The Garden has an outstanding rose collection in the Krasberg Rose Garden and elsewhere. As …
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… old by September 1 of the current school year. We regret that we cannot make any exceptions to this policy. Parent Information On the first day of camp, a weekly plan for each camp will be … the same activities. We do not recommend enrolling for both weeks. Special Needs The Garden is committed to providing accessible experiences for all children. If your child will require … 835-8361 to discuss your situation prior to registering. Staffing In order to provide the best possible experiences for your children, camp is limited to 20 campers. Camps are led by …
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… takes advantage of its islands and lakeshore, and the Alliance for the Great Lakes helps to explore and protect the area's unique and beautiful ravines. Help shape a healthy future for your local ravines—home to native trees, wildflowers, birds, and butterflies; pathways to Lake Michigan beaches, and … Ask questions, hear from experts, and brainstorm with your neighbors at this workshop that is open to ravine homeowners, ravine experts, local officials, and everyone who cares about the …
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