Water-wise gardening practices

Chelan County Fairgrounds, Boswell Building 5700 Wescott Drive, Cashmere, Washington

Learn ways to improve the efficiency of our watering our home landscape, plants that need less water, and how our changing climate is driving us to work with higher temperatures and more extreme weather events. Presented by WSU Master Gardener Mike Hammer. This class is free but there is an admission fee for the Chelan […]

Free

Become a Master Gardener!

Chelan County Fairgrounds, Boswell Building 5700 Wescott Drive, Cashmere, Washington

Are you interested in gardening and the Master Gardener program?  Meet one-on-one  with WSU Chelan-Douglas Master Gardener Coordinator Marco Martinez to learn about the training program and how to join this amazing group of volunteers who share your interest in gardening.

Free

Calling All Sauerkraut Fans!

Chelan County Fairgrounds, Boswell Building 5700 Wescott Drive, Cashmere, Washington

Discover the secrets to making and canning delicious, homemade sauerkraut. Whether you are a longtime sauerkraut lover or just getting started, you won’t want to miss this fun and informative session! Presented by Margaret Viebrock, director of WSU Extension, Chelan and Douglas counties. This class is free but there is an admission fee for the […]

Free

Healthy Soil, Healthy Garden

Chelan County Fairgrounds, Boswell Building 5700 Wescott Drive, Cashmere, Washington

Garden soil is what makes a garden grow. Learn how to figure out your soil's properties and how to water your garden wisely based on your soil type. Presented by WSU Master Gardener Bonnie Orr This class is free but there is an admission fee for the Chelan County Fair.

Free

Tool maintenance and sharpening techniques

Chelan County Fairgrounds, Boswell Building 5700 Wescott Drive, Cashmere, Washington

It’s easier to keep your garden well-manicured with clean and sharpened tools. Let us show our tips and tricks to best maintain those special tools. Presented by WSU Master Gardener Cheri Garrett This class is free but there is an admission fee for the Chelan County Fair.

Free

Winter Gardening Without a Greenhouse

Chelan County Fairgrounds, Boswell Building 5700 Wescott Drive, Cashmere, Washington

Who says gardening ends in the fall? Join us to learn how to grow fresh vegetables through the winter with smart planning, hardy crops, and simple season-extending techniques that work in our local climate. Presented by WSU Master Gardener Intern Katie Grant This class is free but there is an admission fee for the Chelan […]

Free

Cottage Garden Essentials

Master Gardener Community Education Garden 1806 Springwater Ave, Wenatchee, Washington

Explore the timeless charm of cottage‑style gardening. We’ll touch on the key elements that create that lush, romantic look—plants, design ideas, and simple techniques that bring a little whimsy to any space. A gentle introduction for anyone dreaming of a garden that feels welcoming, abundant, and delightfully unstructured.

Free

Going Native, using Native Plants in the Home Garden

Master Gardeners Community Education Garden 1806 Springwater Ave, Wenatchee, WA 98801, USA, Wenatchee, WA, United States

Native plants offer a resilient, low-maintenance way to garden in Chelan County’s dry climate while supporting the local ecosystem. In this presentation designed for backyard gardeners, you’ll discover how native species are uniquely adapted to thrive in our region and how they provide essential habitat and food for pollinators like bees, butterflies, and birds. We’ll […]

Free

How to Sharpen Your Tools

Master Gardener Community Education Garden 1806 Springwater Ave, Wenatchee, Washington

This is one of our First Friday of the month classes,  April to October 2026

Free