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SUMMARY:FERN WORKSHOP
DESCRIPTION:FREE\nLearn how to grow and establish ferns in your garden. Including in the ground and in containers. These plants add great texture to your garden and can add a delightful visual interest. For the lazy gardener\, we will explore different types of ferns that take little to no fuss while still adding interest to your yard.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/event/fern-workshop/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:4-H,Agriculture,MG,NRS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150414T100000
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SUMMARY:Home Orchards - Orchard Basics\, Pruning & Grafting Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This class will start at the WSU Thurston County Extension Office -5033 Harrison Ave. NW\, Olympia 98502 and finish at our Dirt Works Demonstration Garden inside Yauger Park in West Olympia.\nFREE \nJoin us \nThis class will answer your home orchard questions-best varieties\, care\, pruning\, and grafting. Hands-on activities will be part of this workshop. Further details will be emailed upon registration. \nPre-registration required. Email klanies@co.thurston.wa.us or call 360-867-2159
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/event/home-orchards-orchard-basics-pruning-grafting-workshop/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:4-H,Agriculture,MG,NRS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150416T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150416T130000
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SUMMARY:Botany Basics Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Botany Basics Workshop-\nThursday\, April 16th \n10:00a.m. to 1:00p.m. at WSU Thurston County Extension Office -5033 Harrison Ave. NW\, Olympia 98502 \nFREE \nJoin us \nThis class will give you the basics for understanding how plants are scientifically classified with taxonomy and an overview of the different plant parts. These are the building blocks for gaining a better grasp for concepts like plant identification and disease diagnoses. The following topics will be presented via lively discussions and hands-on exercises: plant families\, cultivars\, varieties\, plant parts\, plant functions\, keying\, supermarket botany and so much more! \nPre-registration required. Email klanies@co.thurston.wa.us or call 360-867-2159
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/event/botany-basics-workshop/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:4-H,Agriculture,MG,NRS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150418T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150418T130000
DTSTAMP:20260412T234240
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SUMMARY:Make & Take Straw Bale Gardening Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Everyone who takes the class will walk away with a planted mini-straw bale.\nWould you like to garden with little to no weeds\, significantly raised garden beds\, low start-up costs\, no heavy tilling\, and many other benefits? Then straw bale gardening (SBG) might be for you! \nIn this workshop\, Karla Salp will teach you the benefits of SBG\, how to do it\, and tips and tricks for a successful\, low maintenance straw bale vegetable and/or flower garden. You’ll also get to plant your own mini straw bale to take home to enjoy throughout the year! \nStraw bale gardens are eco-friendly and great options both for those who are interested in just about any type of gardening\, including container gardening! Join us for this fun and engaging workshop! \nTHIS WORKSHOP IS CURRENTLY FULL! \nTo be added to the wait list contact Suzannah at klanies@co.thurston.wa.us or 867-2159.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/event/make-take-straw-bale-gardening-workshop/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:4-H,Agriculture,MG,NRS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150421T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150421T210000
DTSTAMP:20260412T234240
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SUMMARY:Slug University
DESCRIPTION:6 p.m. (membership meeting & potluck)\n7 p.m. Slug University presentation \nCost: FREE for members\, $5 for general public\, or $10 to join the Foundation for the year and have access to all membership perks. To learn more visit www.mgftc.org \nWhat animal has one foot\, one lung\, and more teeth than a shark? That’s right. It’s a slug. \nWhen you mention the word “slug\,” most gardeners have a few words to say about them and most of it isn’t nice. In this class you’ll earn your degree in “Slugology” by learning the basics of slug life. This includes the benefits of native slugs\, why the non-native slugs eat your precious plants\, the stories slime trails tell and so much more. You’ll also come away with strategies on how to get slugs to work for you and not against you in your garden. \nCome join us and have a slimy good time learning about slugs! No pre-registration needed.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/event/slug-university/
LOCATION:Thurston County Health Department\, 412 Lilly Road Northeast\, Olympia\, WA 98506\, USA\, Olympia\, Washington\, 98506\, http://www.mgftc.org
CATEGORIES:4-H,Agriculture,MG,NRS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150422T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150422T200000
DTSTAMP:20260412T234240
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SUMMARY:Waste-Not-SWAP!
DESCRIPTION:That’s Right! The Waste-Not Swap\, Where EVERYONE’S A WINNER! \nOpen to all. Refreshments will be served. \nAll proceeds go to the Master Gardener Foundation of Thurston County which supports the Master Gardener & Master Recycler Composter community education programs. \nHere’s how it works!\nYou BRING up to 10 “like new” or “gently used” items to trade – from any of these three categories: \n\nGardening tools/supplies (non-motorized hand tools/items only)\nBooks: about Gardening/Recycling/Composting/Waste\nSeeds (viable seeds only. Please label individual packets/bags/containers)\n\n6 pm to 6:50 pm \nUpon entering you will receive a ticket for each item you brought with you. Place your items on the marked tables and then begin checking out the items other folks brought. \n7:00 pm SWAP begins \nYou TRADE as many tickets you have for ANY other items at the SWAP. Give your tickets to one of SWAP table helpers who will count your tickets and items to verify you’ve made a successful SWAP. \nIMPORTANT NOTE:  Trades are NOT (we repeat\, NOT) based on value. These are 1 to 1 trades regardless of what the item is or from which of the three categories. Leftover items not selected will be saved for another upcoming SWAP and/or donated to other local non-profits who could use the items. \nSpread the word….far and wide about this event!!! \nAny questions please contact Cori at 360-867-2162 or carltoc@co.thurston.wa.us \n 
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/event/waste-not-swap/
LOCATION:Thurston County Fairgrounds Heritage Hall\, 3054 Carpenter Road Southeast\, Olympia\, WA 98503\, USA\, Olympia\, WA\, 98503\, United States
CATEGORIES:4-H,Agriculture,MG,NRS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150423T180000
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SUMMARY:Rain Garden Design Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Do your part to help protect streams and Puget Sound while also keeping stormwater drainage away from your home. Stream Team and WSU Extension’s Native Plant Salvage will co-sponsor a free workshop will provide all the details needed to build one or more rain gardens in your yard to create a low-maintenance\, attractive feature that will also provide habitat for birds and butterflies.\nThis how-to workshop is  offered from 6:00 to 8:15 p.m.  There will also be an optional hands-on component from 8:15pm-9:00pm. Each participant will receive detailed information about designing and building a rain garden\, as well as a full-color rain garden poster and a copy of WSU’s “Rain Garden Handbook for Western Washington Homeowners.” \nJoin us for a free\, hands-on workshop to learn how to add one of these lovely “stormwater” features to your yard. We’ll give you all the details needed to design and install a beautiful rain garden!  There will be an optional hands-on rain garden plants workshop. This class is typically offered in January and April every year. Visit Stream Team’s Calendar\, or email nativeplantsalvage@gmail.com to register.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/event/rain-garden-design-workshop/
LOCATION:Hands On Children’s Museum\, 414 Jefferson Street Northeast\, Olympia\, WA 98501\, USA\, Olympia\, Washington\, 98501\, http://www.nativeplantsalvage.org
CATEGORIES:4-H,Agriculture,MG,NRS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150509T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150509T130000
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SUMMARY:Is There Something Wrong With My Plant? Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we investigate plants to determine if what you are observing is something of concern with or just a normal change. This workshop will give you the necessary skills to help you diagnosis your plant problems.\nPre-registration required. Email klanies@co.thurston.wa.us or call 360-867-2159
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/event/is-there-something-wrong-with-my-plant-workshop/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:4-H,Agriculture,MG,NRS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150510T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150510T130000
DTSTAMP:20260412T234240
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SUMMARY:Mother's Day Brunch Garden
DESCRIPTION:Treat your mom (or just yourself!) to a delightful visit to a splendid garden!\nEnjoy live music and our delectable brunch! Add to your gift with a sweet sedum planter\, made with love by NPSF garden artists and offered for sale to support the work of Native Plant Salvage! \nGive us a shout by phone or email to reserve your place for the brunch and receive all the details.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/event/mothers-day-brunch-garden/
LOCATION:At the home of Brian Boyd\, 6811 Zangle Road Northeast\, Olympia\, WA 98506\, USA\, Olympia\, Washington\, 98506\, http://www.nativeplantsalvage.org
CATEGORIES:4-H,Agriculture,MG,NRS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150516T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150516T160000
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SUMMARY:Master Gardener Foundation Annual Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Dirt Works Demonstration Garden – 530 Alta Street SW\, Olympia\, WA 98502\nThe sale features a wide variety of plants including Great Plant Picks\, Perennials\, Shrubs/Trees\, Grasses\, Native Plants\, Heirloom Tomato starts\, and Herb/Vegetable starts. Along with the sale\, Dirt Works garden is open to the public the whole day. Education of the community about plants\, water-wise gardening\, other related organizations and composting are major focuses of the event. \nFoundation members will also be offering a variety of garden related handcrafted items for sale. These include plant supports and decorative stakes\, hypertufa and picture frame planters\, harvest hods\, garden art and live worms for worm bins. All proceeds help support community education services the Master Gardener and Master Recycler Composter programs provide throughout Thurston County. \nThe Master Recycler Composters of Thurston County will be demonstrating yard and worm composting. To see a list of times click here.\n \nFor more plant sale information: \n\nVisit www.mgftc.org\nEmail plantsale@mgftc.org\nCall 360-867-2163
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/event/master-gardener-foundation-annual-plant-sale/
LOCATION:Dirt Works Demonstration Garden & Composting Site\, 530 Alta Street SW Olympia\, WA 98502\, Olympia\, WA\, 98502\, United States
CATEGORIES:4-H,Agriculture,MG,NRS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150516T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150516T120000
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SUMMARY:FREE Composting Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Presented by certified Master Recycler Composter Volunteers of Thurston County\, this free workshop is provided for everyone from the backyard gardener to the window box enthusiast.\nTopic: Yard Waste (10:00 am) and Worms (11:00 am) \nNo pre-registration is needed. Questions please call our Rot Line at 360-867-2163 or e-mail master@co.thurston.wa.us \nThis event will be held in conjunction with the Master Gardener Foundation of Thurston County Plant Sale.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/event/free-composting-workshop/
LOCATION:Dirt Works Demonstration Garden & Composting Site\, 530 Alta Street SW Olympia\, WA 98502\, Olympia\, WA\, 98502\, United States
CATEGORIES:4-H,Agriculture,MG,NRS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150520T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150520T210000
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SUMMARY:Drip Irrigation Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join Master Gardener Ken Bedat as he shows how he partially modified an overhead/ pop-up landscape style irrigation system to function with a drip irrigation component.\nThe workshop will cover: \n\nBoth landscape and vegetable garden drip applications.\nBest practice advice in drip irrigation operations.\nShow physical examples of the different materials needed and sources for them.\nPlanning and procedural advice if you want to implement a new or retrofit an existing system.\n\nFurther references will be given in the class. \nPre-registration required. Email klanies@co.thurston.wa.us or call 360-867-2159
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/event/drip-irrigation-workshop/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:4-H,Agriculture,MG,NRS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150529T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150529T130000
DTSTAMP:20260412T234240
CREATED:20150922T195329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150922T195329Z
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SUMMARY:Native Plant Salvage - Plant Transfer & Organization Project
DESCRIPTION:We need help transferring and organizing plants! Summer heat is already upon us and we need to move plants that are at our office to holding beds where they will be watered every day. With the help of some extra hands we should be able to get this done quickly and efficiently! Please help out!
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/event/native-plant-salvage-plant-transfer-organization-project/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:4-H,Agriculture,MG,NRS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150530T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150530T120000
DTSTAMP:20260412T234240
CREATED:20150922T195330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150922T195330Z
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SUMMARY:Apartment and Small Scale Gardening
DESCRIPTION:Bring a bit of nature to your patio or porch when space is tight! We will be exploring creative solutions to small space dilemmas to help maximize plant growing availability. We will be focusing on growing in containers to create growing areas.\nThis workshop will utilize the compost sock for small space solutions. You will learn how to plant and then take home your own compost sock! \nSpace is limited\, reservations are required. \nTo reserve a spot email Suzannah Klaniecki at klanies@co.thurston.wa.us or call and leave a message at 360-867-2159 \nFurther workshop and payment details will be emailed to you upon registration.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/event/apartment-and-small-scale-gardening/
LOCATION:Dirt Works Demonstration Garden & Composting Site\, 530 Alta Street SW Olympia\, WA 98502\, Olympia\, WA\, 98502\, United States
CATEGORIES:4-H,Agriculture,MG,NRS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150530T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150530T170000
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SUMMARY:"Naturescaping for Water and Wildlife Field Class"
DESCRIPTION:Learn about sustainable landscaping techniques that will save you time and money while also attracting birds and butterflies to your garden and protecting water resources. A classroom session will be followed by a field trip to local private gardens; bus transportation will be provided.\nLandscape designer Linda Andrews and Erica Guttman of WSU’s Native Plant Salvage Project will lead the class. Topics include how to make a landscaping plan; design ideas for outdoor living spaces; managing drainage\, slopes and other trouble spots; how to reduce unnecessary lawn; how to create habitat for birds and butterflies; and selecting water-wise plants for all four seasons. \nThis class is free\, but advance registration is required as space is limited. Visit Stream Team’s Calendar\, or email nativeplantsalvage@gmail.com to register. \n  \n 
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/event/naturescaping-for-water-and-wildlife-field-class/
LOCATION:First United Methodist Church\, 1224 Legion Way Southeast\, Olympia\, WA 98501\, USA\, Olympia\, Washington\, 98501\, http://www.nativeplantsalvage.org
CATEGORIES:4-H,Agriculture,MG,NRS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150613T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150613T220000
DTSTAMP:20260412T234240
CREATED:20150922T195329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150922T195329Z
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SUMMARY:NATIVE PLANT SALVAGE - Annual Meeting/Dinner & Volunteer Recognition
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our Annual Dinner & Volunteer Recognition as we celebrate 21 years of water-resources and habitat education and action projects in the community and region!\nJoin us for: \n– An evening of camaraderie with old friends and new \n– Potluck Dinner (please label you offering) \n– Locally crafted Whitewood Cider & Fish Tale Ales \n– All-you-can-eat buffet of Olympic Mountain Ice Cream & Sorbets \n– Live Music \n– Selection of  water-wise perennials for sale \n– Recognition of volunteers and community partners\, and welcoming a new board of Native Plant Salvage Foundation \nThe event is not a fundraiser\, but we ask those who can help defray our expenses. Suggested tax-deductible donation levels range from $5-$50. \nRSVP by June 11th to reserve your seat! 
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/event/native-plant-salvage-annual-meetingdinner-volunteer-recognition/
LOCATION:Abigail Stewart House\, Washington Street Southeast & 10th Avenue Southeast\, Olympia\, WA 98501\, USA\, Olympia\, Washington\, 98501\, http://www.nativeplantsalvage.org
CATEGORIES:4-H,Agriculture,MG,NRS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150613T220000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150613T230000
DTSTAMP:20260412T234240
CREATED:20150922T195331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150922T195331Z
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SUMMARY:FREE Composting Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Presented by certified Master Recycler Composter Volunteers of Thurston County\, this free workshop is provided for everyone from the backyard gardener to the window box enthusiast.\nTopic: Worms \nNo pre-registration is needed. Questions please call our Rot Line at 360-867-2163 or e-mail master@co.thurston.wa.us \n 
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/event/free-composting-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Closed Loop Park\, 2420 Hogum Bay Road Northeast\, Lacey\, WA 98516\, USA\, Lacey\, WA\, 98516\, United States
CATEGORIES:4-H,Agriculture,MG,NRS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150615T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150615T120000
DTSTAMP:20260412T234240
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SUMMARY:McLane Creek Trail Maintenance Party
DESCRIPTION:We are teamed up with the Steam Team to help maintain the fabulous McLane Creek Nature Trails. We mindfully trim back growth along the trail\, pull weeds and clear the paths of any large debris. Stream Team will provide gloves\, tools\, snacks and refreshments. Volunteers will be issued a free one-day parking pass in lieu of the Discover Pass that is now required at WA State DNR sites. Please help us keep the trails maintained at this local natural gem.\nDriving Directions: \nFrom Olympia head west on US 101 for 2 miles\, taking the Black Lake Boulevard exit. Proceed left (south) on Black Lake Boulevard. In 3.5 miles the road turns right (west)\, becoming 62nd Avenue. Continue another 0.7 mile to a stop sign. Turn right on Delphi Road. In 0.5 mile turn left into the McLane Creek Demonstration Forest. Reach the trail head in 0.4 mile. Privy available.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/event/mclane-creek-trail-maintenance-party/
LOCATION:McLane Creek Trail\, Delphi Road NW\, Olympia\, WA  98502\, http://www.nativeplantsalvage.org
CATEGORIES:4-H,Agriculture,MG,NRS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150620T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150620T160000
DTSTAMP:20260412T234240
CREATED:20150922T195325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150922T195325Z
UID:10000012-1434794400-1434816000@extension.wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Meet the Trees of Washington
DESCRIPTION:Meet the Trees of Washington: In this field class\, participants will be introduced to the magnificence of our native trees as well as four South Sound ecosystems. Following a morning in the classroom\, we’ll travel by bus for a field trip to a local nature trail to learn to identify native trees\, shrubs\, ferns\, and perennials. This event is free but registration in advance is recommended.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/event/meet-the-trees-of-washington/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:4-H,Agriculture,MG,NRS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150624T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150624T203000
DTSTAMP:20260412T234240
CREATED:20150922T195330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150922T195330Z
UID:10000051-1435170600-1435177800@extension.wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Apartment and Small Scale Gardening
DESCRIPTION:Bring a bit of nature to your patio or porch when space is tight! We will be exploring creative solutions to small space dilemmas to help maximize plant growing availability. We will be focusing on growing in containers to create growing areas.\nThis workshop will utilize a self-watering tomato bucket to show an easy strategy to help keep plants watered for the forgetful farmer. \nSpace is limited\, reservations are required. \nTo reserve a spot email Suzannah Klaniecki at klanies@co.thurston.wa.us or call and leave a message at 360-867-2159 \nFurther workshop and payment details will be emailed to you upon registration.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/event/apartment-and-small-scale-gardening-2/
LOCATION:Dirt Works Demonstration Garden & Composting Site\, 530 Alta Street SW Olympia\, WA 98502\, Olympia\, WA\, 98502\, United States
CATEGORIES:4-H,Agriculture,MG,NRS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150706T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150706T120000
DTSTAMP:20260412T234240
CREATED:20150922T195335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150922T195335Z
UID:10000041-1436176800-1436184000@extension.wsu.edu
SUMMARY:McLane Creek Trail Maintenance
DESCRIPTION:Please come by and help with routine trail maintenance. Bring your own gloves and garden tools. For more information please call the Native Plant Salvage Project.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/event/mclane-creek-trail-maintenance/
LOCATION:McLane Creek Trail\, Delphi Road NW\, Olympia\, WA  98502\, http://www.nativeplantsalvage.org
CATEGORIES:4-H,Agriculture,MG,NRS
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150707T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150707T120000
DTSTAMP:20260412T234240
CREATED:20150922T195332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150922T195332Z
UID:10000040-1436263200-1436270400@extension.wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Summer Gardening Program for Children
DESCRIPTION:For Children 4-12 years old\nTopic: Ethnobotony: Plant & People Connection \nJoin us for summer fun and hands-on learning in the Dirt Works Children’s Garden! \nWSU Master Gardener volunteers teach children gardening and environmental science education through fun and creative activities. Activities are designed to promote a love of gardening\, develop an appreciation for the environment\, and cultivate the mind. \nThe bounty raised from the garden will be donated to the Thurston County Food Bank and flowers given to local nursing homes. \nParents and guardians must accompany children at all times during the program. This program is designed for individuals\, no large groups (i.e. day cares\, youth groups\, youth camps\, etc.) \nTo Register: \nPrograms are free but we ask that you please pre-register so we can better prepare and serve you. Space is limited. Registration information will be available after June 1st. If you have any questions\, please contact Cori Carlton\, program manager at 360-867-2162 or carltoc@co.thurston.wa.us
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/event/summer-gardening-program-for-children/
LOCATION:Dirt Works Demonstration Garden & Composting Site\, 530 Alta Street SW Olympia\, WA 98502\, Olympia\, WA\, 98502\, United States
CATEGORIES:4-H,Agriculture,MG,NRS
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150714T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150714T120000
DTSTAMP:20260412T234240
CREATED:20150922T195333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150922T195333Z
UID:10000023-1436868000-1436875200@extension.wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Summer Gardening Programs for Children
DESCRIPTION:For Children 4-12 years old\nTopic: Very Fairy Mini Gardens \nJoin us for summer fun and hands-on learning in the Dirt Works Children’s Garden! \nWSU Master Gardener volunteers teach children gardening and environmental science education through fun and creative activities. Activities are designed to promote a love of gardening\, develop an appreciation for the environment\, and cultivate the mind. \nThe bounty raised from the garden will be donated to the Thurston County Food Bank and flowers given to local nursing homes. \nParents and guardians must accompany children at all times during the program. This program is designed for individuals\, no large groups (i.e. day cares\, youth groups\, youth camps\, etc.) \nTo Register: \nPrograms are free but we ask that you please pre-register so we can better prepare and serve you. Space is limited. Registration information will be available after June 1st. If you have any questions\, please contact Cori Carlton\, program manager at 360-867-2162 or carltoc@co.thurston.wa.us
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/event/summer-gardening-programs-for-children/
LOCATION:Dirt Works Demonstration Garden & Composting Site\, 530 Alta Street SW Olympia\, WA 98502\, Olympia\, WA\, 98502\, United States
CATEGORIES:4-H,Agriculture,MG,NRS
GEO:47.0431988;-122.9443238
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150716T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150716T120000
DTSTAMP:20260412T234240
CREATED:20150922T195332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150922T195332Z
UID:10000031-1437040800-1437048000@extension.wsu.edu
SUMMARY:FREE Composting Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Presented by certified Master Recycler Composter Volunteers of Thurston County\, this free workshop is provided for everyone from the backyard gardener to the window box enthusiast.\nTopic: Worms and yard waste for small places \nNo pre-registration is needed. Questions please call our Rot Line at 360-867-2163 or e-mail master@co.thurston.wa.us
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/event/free-composting-workshop-3/
LOCATION:Olympia Farmers Market Garden\, Olympia Farmers Market\, 700 Capitol Way North\, Olympia\, WA 98507\, USA\, Olympia\, Washington\, 98507\, United States
CATEGORIES:4-H,Agriculture,MG,NRS
GEO:47.0507158;-122.9025589
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Olympia Farmers Market Garden Olympia Farmers Market 700 Capitol Way North Olympia WA 98507 USA Olympia Washington 98507 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Olympia Farmers Market\, 700 Capitol Way North\, Olympia\, WA 98507\, USA:geo:-122.9025589,47.0507158
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150721T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150721T120000
DTSTAMP:20260412T234240
CREATED:20150922T195334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150922T195334Z
UID:10000021-1437472800-1437480000@extension.wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Summer Gardening Programs for Children
DESCRIPTION:For Children 4-12 years old\nTopic: Cunning Carnivorous Plants \nJoin us for summer fun and hands-on learning in the Dirt Works Children’s Garden! \nWSU Master Gardener volunteers teach children gardening and environmental science education through fun and creative activities. Activities are designed to promote a love of gardening\, develop an appreciation for the environment\, and cultivate the mind. \nThe bounty raised from the garden will be donated to the Thurston County Food Bank and flowers given to local nursing homes. \nParents and guardians must accompany children at all times during the program. This program is designed for individuals\, no large groups (i.e. day cares\, youth groups\, youth camps\, etc.) \nTo Register: \nPrograms are free but we ask that you please pre-register so we can better prepare and serve you. Space is limited. Registration information will be available after June 1st. If you have any questions\, please contact Cori Carlton\, program manager at 360-867-2162 or carltoc@co.thurston.wa.us
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/event/summer-gardening-programs-for-children-2/
LOCATION:Dirt Works Demonstration Garden & Composting Site\, 530 Alta Street SW Olympia\, WA 98502\, Olympia\, WA\, 98502\, United States
CATEGORIES:4-H,Agriculture,MG,NRS
GEO:47.0431988;-122.9443238
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150728T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150728T120000
DTSTAMP:20260412T234240
CREATED:20150922T195334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150922T195334Z
UID:10000019-1438077600-1438084800@extension.wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Summer Gardening Programs for Children
DESCRIPTION:For Children 4-12 years old\nTopic: Compost: Rot-A-Way! \nJoin us for summer fun and hands-on learning in the Dirt Works Children’s Garden! \nWSU Master Gardener volunteers teach children gardening and environmental science education through fun and creative activities. Activities are designed to promote a love of gardening\, develop an appreciation for the environment\, and cultivate the mind. \nThe bounty raised from the garden will be donated to the Thurston County Food Bank and flowers given to local nursing homes. \nParents and guardians must accompany children at all times during the program. This program is designed for individuals\, no large groups (i.e. day cares\, youth groups\, youth camps\, etc.) \nTo Register: \nPrograms are free but we ask that you please pre-register so we can better prepare and serve you. Space is limited. Registration information will be available after June 1st. If you have any questions\, please contact Cori Carlton\, program manager at 360-867-2162 or carltoc@co.thurston.wa.us
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/event/summer-gardening-programs-for-children-3/
LOCATION:Dirt Works Demonstration Garden & Composting Site\, 530 Alta Street SW Olympia\, WA 98502\, Olympia\, WA\, 98502\, United States
CATEGORIES:4-H,Agriculture,MG,NRS
GEO:47.0431988;-122.9443238
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150728T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150728T193000
DTSTAMP:20260412T234240
CREATED:20150922T195335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150922T195335Z
UID:10000009-1438104600-1438111800@extension.wsu.edu
SUMMARY:McLane Creek Trail Maintenance
DESCRIPTION:Please come by and help with routine trail maintenance. Bring your own gloves and garden tools. For more information please call the Native Plant Salvage Project.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/event/mclane-creek-trail-maintenance-2/
LOCATION:McLane Creek Trail\, Delphi Road NW\, Olympia\, WA  98502\, http://www.nativeplantsalvage.org
CATEGORIES:4-H,Agriculture,MG,NRS
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150731T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150731T220000
DTSTAMP:20260412T234240
CREATED:20150922T195335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150922T195335Z
UID:10000013-1438362000-1438380000@extension.wsu.edu
SUMMARY:3rd Annual Savor South Sound at the Thurston County Fair
DESCRIPTION:3rd Annual Savor South Sound at the Thurston County Fair \nFeaturing Northwest wines\, brews\, and hard ciders \nIt’s time to experience all that Cascadia brewers\, cider makers\, and vintners have to offer at the third annual Savor South Sound\, taking place on Friday\, July 31 and Saturday\, August 1 from 5:00 – 10:00 p.m.\, during the Thurston County Fair. \nThis two-day event will feature over a dozen local producers with a focus on unique recipes\, blends and techniques with a Pacific Northwest touch. You can sample creations from Puget Sound favorites like Three Magnets Brewing\, Fish Tale Ales\, Whitewood Cider Co.\, Top Rung Brewing\, Stottle Winery\, Cloquallum Vineyards\, Seattle Cider Company\, Two Beers Brewing and more. \nThe Nisqually Tribe will also return this year to offer a custom menu they’ve put together especially for this event including salmon caught as part of their sustainable fishing program. \nA ticket to this year’s Savor is $10 and includes a commemorative Belgian-style beer glass and two tastings. Additional tastings will also be available for purchase. Ticket price is in addition to the cost of Fair entry. The event is located at the Gazebo Green near the Food Court Stage. \nThe third annual Live and Local Concert Series presenting local bluegrass sensations\, the Oly Mountain Boys and the Pine Hearts will also be featured at this year’s fair. Other highlights include time-honored activities like the tractor pull\, judged contests\, and 4-H and FFA youth showing their livestock for market sale. \nThis event is presented by The Thurston County Fair Foundation. Visit www.ThurstonCountyFair.org for more information about Savor South Sound and other happenings at this year’s Thurston County Fair which runs from Wednesday\, July 29 through Sunday\, August 2\, 2015. Savor is a 21+ event.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/event/3rd-annual-savor-south-sound-at-the-thurston-county-fair-2/
LOCATION:Thurston County Fairgrounds Heritage Hall\, 3054 Carpenter Road Southeast\, Olympia\, WA 98503\, USA\, Olympia\, WA\, 98503\, United States
CATEGORIES:4-H,Agriculture,MG,NRS
GEO:47.020319;-122.7863704
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150801T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150801T220000
DTSTAMP:20260412T234240
CREATED:20150922T195327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150922T195327Z
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SUMMARY:3rd Annual 'Savor South Sound' at the Thurston County Fair
DESCRIPTION:3rd Annual Savor South Sound at the Thurston County Fair \nFeaturing Northwest wines\, brews\, and hard ciders \nIt’s time to experience all that Cascadia brewers\, cider makers\, and vintners have to offer at the third annual Savor South Sound\, taking place on Friday\, July 31 and Saturday\, August 1 from 5:00 – 10:00 p.m.\, during the Thurston County Fair. \nThis two-day event will feature over a dozen local producers with a focus on unique recipes\, blends and techniques with a Pacific Northwest touch. You can sample creations from Puget Sound favorites like Three Magnets Brewing\, Fish Tale Ales\, Whitewood Cider Co.\, Top Rung Brewing\, Stottle Winery\, Cloquallum Vineyards\, Seattle Cider Company\, Two Beers Brewing and more. \nThe Nisqually Tribe will also return this year to offer a custom menu they’ve put together especially for this event including salmon caught as part of their sustainable fishing program. \nA ticket to this year’s Savor is $10 and includes a commemorative Belgian-style beer glass and two tastings. Additional tastings will also be available for purchase. Ticket price is in addition to the cost of Fair entry. The event is located at the Gazebo Green near the Food Court Stage. \nThe third annual Live and Local Concert Series presenting local bluegrass sensations\, the Oly Mountain Boys and the Pine Hearts will also be featured at this year’s fair. Other highlights include time-honored activities like the tractor pull\, judged contests\, and 4-H and FFA youth showing their livestock for market sale. \nThis event is presented by The Thurston County Fair Foundation. Visit www.ThurstonCountyFair.org for more information about Savor South Sound and other happenings at this year’s Thurston County Fair which runs from Wednesday\, July 29 through Sunday\, August 2\, 2015. Savor is a 21+ event.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/event/3rd-annual-savor-south-sound-at-the-thurston-county-fair/
LOCATION:Thurston County Fairgrounds Heritage Hall\, 3054 Carpenter Road Southeast\, Olympia\, WA 98503\, USA\, Olympia\, WA\, 98503\, United States
CATEGORIES:4-H,Agriculture,MG,NRS
GEO:47.020319;-122.7863704
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150801T220000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150801T230000
DTSTAMP:20260412T234240
CREATED:20150922T195332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150922T195332Z
UID:10000029-1438466400-1438470000@extension.wsu.edu
SUMMARY:FREE Composting Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Presented by certified Master Recycler Composter Volunteers of Thurston County\, this free workshop is provided for everyone from the backyard gardener to the window box enthusiast.\nTopic: Yard Waste \nNo pre-registration is needed. Questions please call our Rot Line at 360-867-2163 or e-mail master@co.thurston.wa.us
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/event/free-composting-workshop-4/
LOCATION:Dirt Works Demonstration Garden & Composting Site\, 530 Alta Street SW Olympia\, WA 98502\, Olympia\, WA\, 98502\, United States
CATEGORIES:4-H,Agriculture,MG,NRS
GEO:47.0431988;-122.9443238
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