Pesticide Applicator's Certificate Course (Landscape General Category): Course: October 14 and 15, 2017 Exam: October 16, 2017 Course: Saturday + Sunday, 9:00 am – 4:30 pm Exam: Monday 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm Location: The Gardens at HCP Cost: $400 including textbooks and exam fees Cost without books: $280 Cost for exam only: $110 To sign up: […]
NEW for the 2017/18 school year! This fun and active garden program is modeled after our popular JMG Garden Camps held in The Gardens at HCP. Our program features lots of seasonal gardening activities, nature and crafts to keep the most avid young gardeners growing! Dates: October 20, November 24, February 23, & April 20 […]
with Joan Carrigan Learn the art of basket weaving with Joan Carrigan, experienced instructor and artist. In this workshop, we will be weaving a beautiful tray inspired by the Hopi trays of the Southwest. The unique start and the sturdy structure with colour and pattern options, offer the participant the opportunity to complete a unique […]
With Diane Pierce One Saturday a month 1pm - 4pm Jan 21, Feb 18, March 18, April 29, May 27, June 17, July 15, August 19, Sept 16, Oct 21, Nov 18, Dec 2 Learn all about plants with Diane Pierce, expert gardener, designer and writer. Diane will introduce you to 25 new plants in […]
Slime of a Time!! Join us in The Gardens at HCP for our annual harvest festival filled with seasonal activities, games, and exhibits for the whole family! Each year we feature an endangered species to explore. This year special guest Alanah Nasadyk will be introducing the Blue-Grey Taildropper Slug, a local and endangered species needing […]
with Joan Carrigan Learn the art of basket weaving with Joan Carrigan, experienced instructor and artist. Soft materials such as rush, sedge and flower leaves offer the basket maker a beautiful material for fine twining. In this workshop, we will be weaving a small bowl employing a plaited base, variations of twining for the sides […]
Once a month we meet for seasonal gardening activities in our very own JMG Garden Plot! Our growing season starts early, and there is always lots to do!! When the weather is not quite ideal, we can work indoors to start seeds, learn to propagate plants, plan our home gardens, build trellising, and lots more. […]
Explore the amazing world of plants, how they grow and what you need to know to build and maintain your own miniature indoor garden. Participants are invited to bring along a glass container to transform (a great upcycle activity with an open glass container 20cm or less). Plants and other materials will be provided. Date: […]
CANCELLED: Sadly we had to cancel the walk due to the weather. The cold and snow means that too few mushrooms will be fruiting. If you have registered, we will contact you to process your refund. Sorry to disappoint the mushroom enthusiasts who were hoping to attend! With Shannon Berch The mushrooms are fruiting! Enjoy a […]