Kokedama is the Japanese art form of growing plants in a moss-covered ball, held together with twine. It's a beautiful and creative way to bring the beauty of the outdoors into your home. Join Master Gardener Trisha Bonapace on Thursday April 11 at 6:30 pm as she helps you to create these amazing kokedama string gardens! […]
Forage Plants from garden and field and found items from around the home to create lovely and unique autumn bundles/"swags" for wall hangings. You must pre-register and pay by November 12th. Class is limited to 12 youth from ages 6-12 yrs. Payment must be made to secure placement in the class. Cash or check is […]
On November 1 at 6:00 pm, the Cowlitz County Environmental Health Department will discuss about how to maintain and inspect your septic system. Discussion will include learning how a septic system works, how to inspect your system to be sure it is working correctly and what you can do to extend the life of your […]
How to evaluate mason bee cocoons for disease.
On November 4 at 10:00 am till noon, Cowlitz County Master Gardeners will teach inspiring crafts using traditional herbs to create lovely holiday focal pieces for your table or to give as gift to your favorite hostess. Each participant will have three projects they will complete and take home. Class size is limited to 21. […]
Bee Keepers Workshops October 23rd, 25th and 30th and November 1st 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Cowlitz County Training Center, 1942 First Avenue in Longview Designed to build basic beekeeping skills, the class covers topics including bee biology, equipment, seasonal management requirements, identification and management of pests, as well as honey removal and processing. The four-session […]
Join us on October 14 at 10:00 am when Billie Bevers, Washington State University Master Gardener will present a workshop on how to evaluate mason bees cocoons for disease. During the spring and summer other bees, diseases and parasites can invade mason bee nests. This two hour session is a “hands on” active and fun […]
On September 23 at 9:00 am, Master Gardener Billie Bevers will discuss how to raise garlic. Billie will demonstrate how and when to plant, what to plant and why, how to care for and harvest garlic. This free class will be held at the Cowlitz Training Center, 1942 First Avenue, Longview. The workshop is sponsored […]