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Speaker Program and ClassesThe Arboretum offers a speaker program as well as classes and workshops on a regular basis. Those currently scheduled are shown below. Note that speaker presentations are free and do not require registration. Registration for workshops and classes is generally free for Arboretum members and a nominal cost for non-members. Workshops may have a small materials fee.
Please register for classes and workshops by emailing Register@LakeWildernessArboretum.org or by calling 425.413.2572. Most classes are held in the lower-level classroom at Lake Wilderness Lodge, 22500 SE 248th Street or at the Arboretum Nursery, 22520 SE 248th Street in Maple Valley. Specific information for each class is shown below. Landscape Problem Solver Workshop
Some Like It Hot! Warm Season Crops in the Cool PNW Willi Galloway, Pacific Northwest gardening expert, shows how to grow warm season crops in our cool Pacific Northwest climate. The Maritime Pacific Northwest is a great climate for gardening, but heat-loving veggies such as tomatoes, eggplants, and peppers can be a challenge. This talk will demonstrate how to warm up your soil earlier in the spring, show off essential season-extending techniques and products, and give a step-by-step growing plan for maximizing your harvest of heat-loving vegetables. Willi Galloway is the West Coast Editor of "Organic Gardening Magazine" and the Garden Expert on eHow.com. A popular national speaker, she is also a weekly guest on Seattle's KUOW 94.9 gardening program, "Greendays". Willi enjoys serving on the Board of Directors of Seattle Tilth, a super cool non-profit that teaches people how to garden organically and grow their own food. This talk is part of the Evening Lecture Series, sponsored by the Lake Wilderness Arboretum, The City of Maple Valley and the Alliance of South County Environmentsl Stewards (ACES). Free to the public; door prizes are provided.
Make Your Own Hypertufa Planter Handcraft a charming stone-look pot of your very own! This pot style is very popular in England, where stone troughs commonly were used for outdoor flower gardens. As the original stone troughs became rare and expensive, someone had the idea of hand-casting pots from a mixture of vermiculite, peat moss, and cement to get that same rugged stone look. The post will last for many years, taking on a weathered look over time. Clsss size is limited so register early!
Water Wisdom in the Garden Every garden needs water! It really all comes down to how to use it wisely. From healthy soil, drought tolerant plants, rain gardens, water collection, and less dependence on lawns to the lure of gravel gardens, speaker Sue Goetz provides inspiration and design ideas to help you create beautiful water-wise gardens. With a passion for creating garden inspiration, Sue Goetz is a gold medal winning garden creator with the NW Flower and Garden Show in Seattle. She is certified as a professional horticulturalist and a member of Garden Writers of America. This talk is part of the Evening Lecture Series, sponsored by the Lake Wilderness Arboretum, The City of Maple Valley and the Alliance of South County Environmental Stewards (ACES). Free to the public and Door prizes are provided.
Watercolor Painting Western Azaleas Western Azalea blossoms will come to life for you as you paint with award-winning watercolor artist, Susie Short. It doesn't matter if you can draw or not, and it doesn't matter if you are a beginner or a seasoned painter, Susie will guide you in creating a watercolor painting. Prepare for an exciting experience full of encouragement and inspiration. Susie Short's watercolor paintings have been selected and have merited numerous top awards in regional, national, and international competitions. Her paintings have been exhibited in solo and group exhibitions and are included in a growing number of private, public, and corporate collections world wide. Susie's versatility and energetic dedication to teaching and encouraging others has made her popular among both art instructors and student artists.
Living with Wildlife Problems with bats, bears, cougars, deer, coyotes, raccoons, squirrels, geese, and woodpeckers getting you down? Learn about these "problem" wildlife species for which local fish and wildlife expert, Russell Link, fields queries daily. This presentation will provide biological information and helpful up-to-date tips on how to carefully view, safely coexist, and otherwise enjoy local wildlife through non-consumptive activities. The presentation will end with a question and answer period. Books, nest boxes and bat houses will be available for purchase at this lecture. The money from these sales goes to the Backyard Wildlife Sanctuary Program. Russell Link has been a Wildlife Biologist with the Department of Fish and Wildlife's North Puget Sound Regional Office for 15 years. He manages state priority species including loons, falcons, deer and elk. Russell is also involved with land use planning and wildlife education, including coordination of the popular Backyard Wildlife Sanctuary Program. Link is the author of "Landscaping for Wildlife in the Pacific Northwest" and "Living with Wildlife in the Pacific Northwest".
Plant Propagation Workshop Details coming soon
Leaf Casting Workshop Create an exquisitely detailed ornament for your garden. Actual leaves serve as the molds. A leaf's natural depressions and veins are captured in the tiniest detail. We'll guide you as you create cement molds of plant leaves. They make great bird baths, stepping stones or art for your wall or garden. Bring your favorite hosta, rhubarb or other large leaf. We'll have a selection on hand as well. All supplies included.
Hardy Fuchsia Watercolor Painting Hardy Fuchsia blossoms will come to life for you as you paint with award-winning watercolor artist, Susie Short. It doesn't matter if you can draw or not, and it doesn't matter if you are a beginner or a seasoned painter, Susie will guide you in creating a watercolor painting. Prepare for an exciting experience full of encouragement and inspiration. This extended 5 hour class will provide greater depth beyond our Spring class. Sign up for both...or just one, your choice. Bring a sack lunch to enjoy in the garden. Susie Short's watercolor paintings have been selected and have merited numerous top awards in regional, national, and international competitions. Her paintings have been exhibited in solo and group exhibitions and are included in a growing number of private, public, and corporate collections world wide. Susie's versatility and energetic dedication to teaching and encouraging others has made her popular among both art instructors and student artists.
Choosing and Caring for Landscape Trees The Pacific Northwest is a region ideally suited for growing many different plants. So do you wonder why so many landscape trees die an early death? In this seminar, Dr. Linda Chalker-Scott will teach you how to select a healthy tree from the nursery, how to properly install it, and how to care for it so it lives for decades, not months. Dr. Chalker-Scott has a PH.D. in Horticulture from Oregon State University and is an ISA certified arborist. She is WSU's Extension Urban Horticulturist and an Associate Professor in the Department of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture. She is a regular contributor for "Master Gardener Magazine" and has written several books including "The Informed Gardener" and "The Informed Gardener Blooms Again." She also edited/authored "Sustainable Landscapes and Gardens: Good science-practical application".
Holiday Wreath-Making Workshop Celebrate the season. Learn how to create a beautiful fall or holiday wreath. These wreaths are very easy to make and the frames are usable for several seasons. We will spend some time collecting greenery and fall leaves from the Arboretum to use to make your own ornamental wreath.
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Bring an 8x10 photo of one small problem landscape area to this hands-on workshop. Award-winning designer, Nancy Claire Guth, will help you troubleshoot your landscape challenges. You'll leave with an inspiration for transformation. Class size is limited so register early!
