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Botanical Nomenclature and Plant ID
Monday, October 6; 5:30–7:30 p.m.
Have you come across botanical names such as Liriodendron tulipifera or Quercus macrocarpa and all you can think is, “It’s Greek to me!” In this class, you’ll learn the language of plant names and why they are important for understanding plants and their classification. You’ll also learn ways to identify plants and recognize key morphological features.
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Chicken Tending 101
Wednesday, October 15; 5:30–8 p.m.
Chicken Tending 101 covers proper techniques in husbandry, health and welfare, nutrition, and physical measures to protect your flock. We also discuss the sustainability aspect—which includes "spent" hens, composting, pest control, gardening, etc. You will learn how chickens become loving members of the family and leave with a solid foundation to help care for your feathered friends! Our overall goal is to ensure a positive experience for both you AND the chickens.
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Aroids: Beyond the Corpse Flower
Tuesday, October 28; 5–6:30 p.m.
Aroids are a unique group of plants found on all continents except Antarctica. Holding many exciting evolutionary adaptations, we’ll look at what makes an aroid, as well as discussing home cultivation of a few of our favorite species. Afterward, a Climatron tour will be provided to help you experience the living collection.
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Chicken Tending 201
Saturday, November 1; 10:30 a.m.–1 p.m.
Chicken Tending 201 is an advanced course for anyone who already has a flock of their own and is looking to become more hands-on with their feathered friends. We will deep dive into a wide range of topics: common diseases/ailments, caring for special needs birds, tube-feeding, beak trimming, administering subcutaneous fluids, medications, vaccines, hospice care…and much more! Chicken Tending 101 is not a prerequisite but is another helpful resource for newer keepers who are eager to learn as much as possible.
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