Introduction to Spring Mason Bees

Vancouver Community Library, Columbia Room 901 C St, Vancouver, WA, United States

The Vancouver Bee Project presents "Introduction to Spring Mason Bees," at 2:30 p.m. March 17 in the Columbia Room at the Vancouver Community Library, 901 C Street, Vancouver. The free class will focus on some basic mason bee education and offer tip on the best things to do to support these pollination powerhouses. Attendees can […]

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Van Ridge Garden Club

Footprints Church 801 N.E. 194th St., Ridgefield, WA, United States

The Van Ridge Garden Club meets from 10 a.m. to noon on the third Monday of every month at Footprints Church, 801 N.E. 194th St., Ridgefield. The topic for March 18 is "Sustainable Gardening." The day also includes an auction of gardening and household items and potluck meal. Questions? Email janet.houck3@gmail.com or call 541-992-1141. Learn […]

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Workshop: Growing Kiwifruit

78th Street Heritage Farm 1919 NE 78th St, Vancouver, United States

Washington State University Extension Clark County Master Gardeners will host a workshop, "Grow Your Own Kiwifruit; It's Easier than you Think," from 10 to 11:30 a.m. March 23 at the 78th Street Heritage Farm, 1919 N.E. 78th St. in the Hazel Dell area of Vancouver. Kiwi will grow in a sunny spot with a strong […]

$10

Utilizing Cover Crops to Build Healthy Soils

78th Street Heritage Farm 1919 NE 78th St, Vancouver, United States

The Small Acreage Program offers "Utilizing Cover Crops to Build Healthy Soils," a demonstration workshop from 5:30t o 7:30 p.m. March 27  at the 78th St. Heritage Farm at the corner of Northeast 78th Street and Northeast 19th Court, Hazel Dell. Participants will learn about cover crops from Samantha Frundle, working lands program manager of […]

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Composting Field Training

CASEE Center Compost Demo Site 11104 NE 149th St., Brush Prairie, WA

The Clack County Composter Recycler program is offering free, hands-on instruction about composting from 10 to 11:30 a.m. April 3 at the compost demonstration site at the Center for Agriculture, Science and Environmental Education, 11104 N.E. 149th St., Brush Prairie. Learn more and register at clarkcountycomposts.org/classes-and-workshops/current-offerings/859-casee-work-party-30.

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Rose Society Meeting

St.Luke's-San Lucas Episcopal Church 426 E. Fourth Plain Blvd., Vancouver, WA, United States

The Fort Vancouver Rose Society's next meeting at 7 p.m. April 4 at St. Luke's-San Lucas Episcopal Church, 426 E. Fourth Plain Blvd., Vancouver, features a discussion panel on "How to Become a Consulting Rosarian." The panel in the parish hall includes consulting rosarians who will offer details on how to apply to the American […]

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Driftwood and Daffodils and Spring Tea at Columbia Pacific Heritage Museum

Columbia Pacific Heritage Museum 115 S.E. Lake St., Ilwaco, WA, United States

The second annual Driftwood and Daffodils will be hosted by the Columbia Pacific Heritage Museum in Ilwaco, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 5 and 6. Part contest, part show, this event features a driftwood contest and a daffodil show. Register at www.columbiapacificheritagemuseum.org. Entries are to be dropped off from 10 a.m. to 4 […]

$35

Driftwood and Daffodils and Spring Tea at Columbia Pacific Heritage Museum

Columbia Pacific Heritage Museum 115 S.E. Lake St., Ilwaco, WA, United States

The second annual Driftwood and Daffodils will be hosted by the Columbia Pacific Heritage Museum in Ilwaco, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 5 and 6. Part contest, part show, this event features a driftwood contest and a daffodil show. Register at www.columbiapacificheritagemuseum.org. Entries are to be dropped off from 10 a.m. to 4 […]

$35

Backyard Composting Workshop

Online via Zoom WA, United States

The Clack County Composter Recycler program is offering free, online and in-person instruction about "SMART" composting from 7 to 8 p.m. April 10 at the compost demonstration site at the Center for Agriculture, Science and Environmental Education, 11104 N.E. 149th St., Brush Prairie. Class includes an in-person opportunity to construct a compost pile and view […]

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Preschool Sprout Houses

Camas Public Library 625 NE 4th Ave., Camas, WA, United States

Come with your preschoolers to the Camas Public Library from 3:30 to 4:15 p.m. April 11 to plant seeds in a sponge house. Take them home and watch them grow. There is no fee and no registration is necessary.

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Meadowscaping Spring Clean-up at Water Center with Vancouver Bee Project

City of Vancouver Water Resources Education Center 4600 SE Columbia Way, Vancouver, WA, United States

Join Vancouver Bee Project and Water Center staff from 9:30 to 11:30 April 18 to care for a newly planted meadow. Grass was removed and wildflower seed sowed last fall. Staff will assess the project and volunteers will remove unwanted plants. Volunteers will also work in the Backyard Habitat Certified gardens. Activities may include weeding, […]

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Grow Your Own Strawberries Workshop

78th Street Heritage Farm 1919 NE 78th St, Vancouver, United States

WSU Extension Clark County Master Gardeners will offer a workshop on growing strawberries from 10 to 11:30 a.m. April 13 at the 78th Street Heritage Farm in Hazel Dell. The class provides an overview of different types of strawberries, planting and care. Learn about pests, diseases, storage and preservation. Learn how to plant (and take […]

$10

Work Party at Jane Weber Arboretum

Jane Weber Evergreen Arboretum 9215 SE Evergreen Highway, Vancouver, WA, United States

Join the Second Saturday Work Party at from 10 a.m. to noon April 13 at the Jane Weber Evergreen Arboretum, 9215 S.E. Evergreen Highway, Vancouver. Spring clean-up is on the garden chores agenda. Refreshments will be provided. Learn more about the garden at facebook.com/WEBER.EVERGREENARBORETUM/.

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Herbal Teas: From Growing to Blending and Brewing

Camas Public Library 625 NE 4th Ave., Camas, WA, United States

The Camas Public Library is hosting a workshop, "Herbal Teas: Growing to Blending and Brewing," from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. April 15. A specialist from Garden Delights Herb Farm will offer an introduction to a selection of herbs and their properties and discuss why they are good for making tasty teas. Learn how to brew […]

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Red Worm Composting Workshop

Online via Zoom WA, United States

The Clack County Composter Recycler program is offering a free online Red Worm Composting Workshop from 7 to 8 p.m. April 17. Students will learn how to turn kitchen trimmings into fertilizer. Participants are eligible for a free worm bin, bedding and worms. Join via Zoom. Register at clarkcountycomposts.org/classes-and-workshops/current-offerings/852-red-worm-composting-4.

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Composting Field Training

WSU Clark County Extension, 78th Street Heritage Farm 1919 N.E. 78th St., Vancouver, WA, United States

The Clack County Composter Recycler program is offering free, online and in-person instruction about “SMART” composting from 10 to 11:30 a.m. April 20 at the 78th Street Heritage Farm, 1919 N.E. 78th St. in the Hazel Dell area of Vancouver. Register at clarkcountycomposts.org/classes-and-workshops/current-offerings/860-composting-field-training-instruction-3.

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Spring Makers Market

Dennis' 7 Dees Vancouver Garden Center 10006 SE Mill Plain Blvd, Vancouver, WA, United States

Dennis’ 7 Dees Vancouver Garden Center, 10006 Mill Plain Blvd., Vancouver, is hosting a Spring Makers Market from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 20 featuring over 25 makers, artists and craftspeople from around the Pacific Northwest. Handmade, botanically focused ceramics, jewelry, and art will be set and sold among the beautiful blooming Spring flowers […]

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Lilac Days at Hulda Klager Lilac Gardens

Hulda Klager Lilac Gardens 115 S. Pekin Road, Woodland, WA, United States

Lilac Days at the Hulda Klager Lilac Gardens runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily from April 20 to May 12 at 115 S. Pekin Rd., Woodland. The gardens are a restoration project to honor the work of famed lilac developer Hulda Klager. The grounds, a national historic site, contain an 1800s house with […]

$10

Stinging Wasps: Management Options

Three Creeks Community Library 800 N.E. Tenney Road, Vancouver, WA, United States

Attend this free class from 3 to 4:45 p.m. April 20 to learn what to do about stinging wasps before calling a professional or appling pesticide. Entomologist Jennifer Snyder will teach attendees about physical and biological differences between common wasps. Emphasis will be placed non-chemical options and least-toxic chemicals for wasp control. Meet at Three […]

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