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  • … Program Eligibility Graduates of Windy City Harvest Corps and Youth Farm are eligible to apply for Work Study positions with Windy City Harvest. When they complete their 14 weeks of Corps or their senior year with Youth Farm, they can apply for the next year’s Apprenticeship program and a Work Study job. Graduates accepted on to the … their employment with Windy City Harvest throughout the Apprenticeship and are eligible for a scholarship to the Apprenticeship.   If you have additional questions about the Windy City …
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  • … the Garden's horticulture staff. There are many layers of design, and no detail is too small for the staff. The Garden has followed strong master site plans developed since the 1960s by the … Vegetable Garden, Heritage Garden, and Waterfall Garden. Specialized designers were brought in for unique gardens, such as the late Koichi Kawana for the Japanese Garden and John Brookes for the English Walled Garden.          Although the …
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  • … to sustain and enrich life. The work we do helps shape how people experience, value, and care for the planet.  Our five strategic imperatives will guide us in this work throughout 2024 – … global reach through the full breadth of the Garden’s work Develop and adapt the main campus for greater relevance, resilience, and guest experience Grow the Garden’s Chicagoland presence through platforms for partnerships Establish the Garden as a global leader for plant conservation science and …
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  • … Sponsorship Opportunities Delivering the "wow" factor for marketing and branding initiatives is the bedrock of the Garden's sponsorship program. … An outstanding variety of events and programs provide innovative marketing opportunities for sponsors at all levels, with flexible packages tailored to individual sponsor requirements. … a commitment to the environment and to the conservation of plants and the natural world.    For a list of current sponsorship opportunities, view our event calendar . To learn more about …
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  • … crops—we’re here to help get you started or talk you through whatever you’re growing. A place for inspiration Look for something new from March through November—maybe a window box filled with the main ingredients for English pea soup, including edible flowers; or a fish pepper, an African American heirloom … crops—we’re here to help get you started or talk you through whatever you’re growing. A place for inspiration Look for something new from March through November—maybe a window box filled with …
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  • … Buy Tickets    Donate Now --> The Summer Dinner Dance is the most important fundraising event for the Chicago Botanic Garden. We believe that beautiful gardens and natural environments are fundamentally important to the mental and physical well-being of all people, now and for generations to come. This year, the Garden presents Picturing the Prairie , a program that inspires a genuine appreciation for and interest in the prairie ecosystem, while highlighting the conservation and stewardship …
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  • … City Harvest Youth Farm Eligibility Windy City Harvest Youth Farm hires high school students for summer and after-school jobs. In order to be eligible, students must be currently enrolled in … go to school near the farm site to which they are applying. Where to Begin Students can apply for summer programs starting in January each year. Students should select the farm closest to … work on the farms early Spring 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 …
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  • … Natural areas comprise more than half of the Garden’s 385 acres and are recognized as models for excellence in restoration and habitat re-creation. They support hundreds of native plant and … wildlife species, improve our water, air, and soil quality, and provide a natural laboratory for our conservation science programs. We invite you to wander designated paths to see firsthand … and animals that call this region home. All of our natural areas provide accessible spots for nature lovers and anyone looking to take a walk in nature to de-stress and harness its …
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  • … Fun with  Mud Making  Rainbows   Planting Seeds Get those little hands dirty with activities for young gardeners: DIY Living Plant Wall Do-It-Yourself Seed Balls Easy Peas-y: Planting with … Cool-Season Edibles Get into Science Attention budding scientists: we've got some challenges for you... Be a Citizen Scientist for Budburst Eleven Experiments with Radish Seeds Growing Plants in Martian Soil How to Train …
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  • … training programs, and the Lenhardt Library. Before joining the Garden, Dr. Mueller worked for more than 23 years at the Field Museum, most recently as the curator of mycology in the … biology, ecology, and conservation of fungi, especially mushrooms, providing vital information for the management and conservation of temperate and tropical forests, particularly in the … authored six books and nearly 100 journal articles. He is a member of the International Union for the Conservation of Nature Species Survival Commission's Steering Committee; Chair of the …
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