… Noticing and describing patterns in nature is an important step for categorizing and organizing information, asking scientific question about why and how, and making sense of the world. Help young children begin to recognize and observe patterns in nature including weather and seasons, life cycles of plants …
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… When caught in an outdoor survival situation, there are many actions you can take to improve your circumstances. Learn some basic options that may be available in a crisis. … water, clothing, and companionship. Participants will practice building a basic shelter. Dress for the weather, as part of the class will be held outside. Thomas Mikolajczyk, outdoor education …
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… Q. I have ash trees on my property that are doing poorly and haven't been healthy for the last few years. Do I have Emerald Ash Borer? A. Ash trees can be afflicted by many … rust, ash yellows, and borers. Early infestations of Emerald Ash Borer are very difficult to detect. …
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… Make a family of snowmen bundled up for a cold winters’ day. This 4 x 6-inch figurine is complete with four little snowmen wearing adorable winter accessories. Learn needle-felting techniques and how to sculpt wool into fun and imaginative shapes, while hearing stories of a knitter, shepherd, and …
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… three-season and succession planning. There will be crop plan examples and a template for you to start your own crop plan. Bring a drawing of your farm site with dimensions. Melanie …
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… all members of the genus Narcissus . Learn how you can incorporate these into your landscape for a fall planting that will bring life to your spring garden. The School’s CEUs=2 hours OPC elective Jill Selinger, manager, adult …
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… This fall, take a walk in the Garden and learn to identify birds in their sometimes-confusing fall plumage. Earlier bird walks will highlight … and flycatchers, while later ones will feature ducks, sparrows, and hawks. Please dress for the weather and bring binoculars and a field guide if you have them. Alan Anderson, Chicago …
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… 3-foot masses of large bold textured, deeply cut, deep green leaves. This is an ideal plant for moist, shady locations in the garden or those areas that receive supplemental irrigation … during dry periods. It is relatively pest- and disease-free but does not respond well to dry-ish soils. …
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… with dark red petals in the center in cooler weather conditions. Plant this lily in full to partial shaded locations and in moderately rich, moisture-retentive, well-drained soil, and protect from rabbits and deer. This lightly fragrant cultivar is suitable for use as a cut flower or in the landscape. …
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… well-kept garden and a landscape that gets ahead of you. You will have a hands-on opportunity to practice what you learn, so bring along a pair of pruners. Perfect for all skill levels. Tim Johnson, senior director of horticulture, Chicago Botanic Garden …
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