Educational

Looking to save some money and learn a new gardening skill? Seed saving is an easy and rewarding practice that will let you select varieties of plants that do best in your unique gardening situations. Come learn how to save seeds from your favorite plants and give them the best chance of germinating next spring.…

Why do fish chase after one lure but ignore the next one? Do they see every color, certain colors, or none at all? We will be talking about and looking at a wide variety of gadgets and lures, as well as giving you a chance to make your own to take home and try out in this…

Join CLFLWD’s Adam Hjelm for a walk and talk around the prairie and pond areas outside Hardwood Creek Library. We'll learn about the plants and wildlife right outside the library’s back door. Each walk and talk is different and will change with the season. Participants are encouraged to take photos and stop and smell the…

Is there anything more exciting than playing with bugs? We will be digging right in and seeing what kind of buggy neighbors are swimming around the lakes and streams. This is a very hands-on session full of creepy crawly fun that will leave you with a better appreciation of how important insects are as well…

Why do fish chase after one lure but ignore the next one? Do they see every color, certain colors or none at all? We will be talking about and looking at a wide variety of gadgets and lures, as well as giving you a chance to make your own to take home and try out. All the supplies…

We love our lush green lawns, maybe a bit too much? Join us to learn what else we can plant to benefit the bees and birds, while also keeping some green turf. We will discuss lawn alternatives that are more environmentally friendly that will keep your backyard buzzing. Small changes can go a long way towards improving the…

Local landscape professionals will walk us through the process of replacing this stubborn invader. Learn tricks, techniques, and tips that will help you be successful at eradicating buckthorn and replacing it with beautiful native plants. We'll discuss which replacement plants are best to prevent buckthorn regrowth. Participants will receive an informational folder full of great publications,…

Composts and mulches are nature’s way of recycling; it keeps waste out of landfills and fertilizes without chemicals. Learn how to use a variety of composts and various mulches for all your planting and landscaping needs whether you make them or buy them. We’ll cover pros, cons and everything in between…especially how to use mulches…