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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\, 2418 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:20150905T100000
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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 \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-5/
LOCATION:Closed Loop Park\, 2418 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:20260321T090000
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SUMMARY:Learn in the Garden - Pruning for Novices
DESCRIPTION:Details/Event description:  \nThe workshop will focus on the basics of pruning various ornamental plants. The following will be covered: Pruning tools\, the methods of pruning different plant types (trees\, shrubs\, and multi-stem plants)\, different pruning cuts (good and bad ones)\, and the steps of pruning. Resources will be provided. \nWe will be walking throughout the park discussing and demonstrating different pruning techniques. The level of activity is light. The surfaces will be paved\, gravel\, and grass. No need to bring any tools. We will be outside for the duration of this presentation. Please plan clothing and footwear accordingly. \nMeet at the Gazebo. \nFree and open to all! \nHosted by the WSU Thurston County Extension Master Gardener Program.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/event/learn-in-the-garden-pruning-for-novices/
LOCATION:Closed Loop Park\, 2418 Hogum Bay Road Northeast\, Lacey\, WA 98516\, USA\, Lacey\, WA\, 98516\, United States
CATEGORIES:MG
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SUMMARY:Learn in the Garden - Weeds
DESCRIPTION:Details/Event description:  \nAre you curious about the “unwanted” plants that grow beside your intentional ones? Did you know that some people love weeds and grow them on purpose? Come join our discussion! \nWe will cover: \n-Identification of common weeds & problem grasses \n-Growth cycles and optimum pulling times \n-Overview of common tools \nHandouts will be provided.  We will be outside for the duration of the presentation\, so please plan clothing and footwear accordingly. \nMeet at the Gazebo. \nFree and open to all! \nHosted by the WSU Thurston County Extension Master Gardener Program. \n 
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/event/learn-in-the-garden-weeds/
LOCATION:Closed Loop Park\, 2418 Hogum Bay Road Northeast\, Lacey\, WA 98516\, USA\, Lacey\, WA\, 98516\, United States
CATEGORIES:MG
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SUMMARY:Pruning for Novices - a free gardening workshop
DESCRIPTION:Meet at the Gazebo. We will be outside and sitting\, standing and walking on pavement\, gravel and grass. Please plan clothing and footwear accordingly. \n\n\n\nSeating is limited and you are welcome to bring your own chair.No advance registration required\, just show up. \n\n\n\nFree and open to all! \n\n\n\nHosted by the WSU Thurston County Extension Master Gardener Program. Learn more on our website at https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/gardening/ \n\n\n\nThe workshop will focus on the basics of pruning various ornamental plants. The following will be covered: \n\n\n\n\nThe methods of pruning for different plant types (trees\, shrubs\, multi -stem)\n\n\n\nPruning tools\n\n\n\nThe different pruning cuts (good and bad ones)\n\n\n\nThe steps of pruning\n\n\n\n\nResources will be provided. 
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/event/pruning-for-novices-a-free-gardening-workshop/
LOCATION:Closed Loop Park\, 2418 Hogum Bay Road Northeast\, Lacey\, WA 98516\, USA\, Lacey\, WA\, 98516\, United States
CATEGORIES:MG
ORGANIZER;CN="WSU%20Master%20Gardener%20Program%20of%20Thurston%20County":MAILTO:master@co.thurston.wa.us
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SUMMARY:Identifying Garden Weeds: friend or foe? - a free gardening workshop
DESCRIPTION:Meet at the Gazebo. We will be outside and sitting\, standing and walking on pavement\, gravel and grass. Please plan clothing and footwear accordingly. \n\n\n\nSeating is limited and you are welcome to bring your own chair.No advance registration required\, just show up. \n\n\n\nFree and open to all! \n\n\n\nHosted by the WSU Thurston County Extension Master Gardener Program. Learn more on our website at https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/gardening/ \n\n\n\nLearn about common garden weeds including: \n\n\n\n\nWhat they tell you about the soil they thrive in.\n\n\n\nLearn best methods & tools for removal.\n\n\n\n\nWeeds are the plants a gardener spends the most time with!  Join us for a cool discussion! Handouts provided!
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/event/identifying-garden-weeds-a-free-gardening-workshop/
LOCATION:Closed Loop Park\, 2418 Hogum Bay Road Northeast\, Lacey\, WA 98516\, USA\, Lacey\, WA\, 98516\, United States
CATEGORIES:MG
ORGANIZER;CN="WSU%20Master%20Gardener%20Program%20of%20Thurston%20County":MAILTO:master@co.thurston.wa.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260502T093000
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SUMMARY:Food & Yard Waste Composting - a free composting workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn the basics of food and yard waste composting at Closed Loop Park Demonstration Garden \n\n\n\nThe Master Recycler Composter Program of Thurston County offers free in-person and virtual composting workshops monthly from March to October.  Workshops are great for new and experienced composters. \n\n\n\nWorkshops are free and open to the public.  No advance registration is required for in-person workshops. \n\n\n\n	\n			\n		Schedule of composting workshops			\n\n\n\n\nLearning how to compost enables you to produce a soil amendment that has many benefits in the garden and keeps waste out of the landfill. \n\n\n\nBenefits of using compost include: \n\n\n\n\nImproves soil structure and fertility\n\n\n\nIncreases moisture holding capacity of soil\n\n\n\nImproved plant growth\n\n\n\nProtects soil from erosion when used as a mulch
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/event/food-yard-waste-composting-a-free-composting-workshop-3/
LOCATION:Closed Loop Park\, 2418 Hogum Bay Road Northeast\, Lacey\, WA 98516\, USA\, Lacey\, WA\, 98516\, United States
CATEGORIES:MRC
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ORGANIZER;CN="Master%20Recycler%20Composter%20Program%20of%20Thurston%20County":MAILTO:master@co.thurston.wa.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260502T113000
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SUMMARY:Worm Composting - a free composting workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn the basics of worm composting at Closed Loop Park Demonstration Garden. \n\n\n\nThe Master Recycler Composter Program of Thurston County offers free in-person and virtual composting workshops monthly from March to October.  Workshops are great for new and experienced composters. \n\n\n\nWorkshops are free and open to the public.  No advance registration is required for in-person workshops. \n\n\n\nLearning how to compost enables you to produce a soil amendment that has many benefits in the garden and keeps waste out of the landfill. \n\n\n\nBenefits of using compost include: \n\n\n\n\nImproves soil structure and fertility\n\n\n\nIncreases moisture holding capacity of soil\n\n\n\nImproved plant growth\n\n\n\nProtects soil from erosion when used as a mulch
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/event/worm-composting-a-free-composting-workshop-3/
LOCATION:Closed Loop Park\, 2418 Hogum Bay Road Northeast\, Lacey\, WA 98516\, USA\, Lacey\, WA\, 98516\, United States
CATEGORIES:MRC
ORGANIZER;CN="Master%20Recycler%20Composter%20Program%20of%20Thurston%20County":MAILTO:master@co.thurston.wa.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260516T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260516T120000
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CREATED:20260402T190101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T190101Z
UID:10008677-1778929200-1778932800@extension.wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Introduction to Peonies - a free gardening workshop
DESCRIPTION:Meet at the Gazebo. We will be outside and sitting\, standing and walking on pavement\, gravel and grass. Please plan clothing and footwear accordingly. \n\n\n\nSeating is limited and you are welcome to bring your own chair.No advance registration required\, just show up. \n\n\n\nFree and open to all! \n\n\n\nHosted by the WSU Thurston County Extension Master Gardener Program. Learn more on our website at https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/gardening/ \n\n\n\nPresented by Steve Smith\, President of the Pacific Northwest Peony Society\, this workshop will cover many topics about the different types of peonies\, an overview of the flower forms and best times for planting and care tips.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/event/introduction-to-peonies-a-free-gardening-workshop/
LOCATION:Closed Loop Park\, 2418 Hogum Bay Road Northeast\, Lacey\, WA 98516\, USA\, Lacey\, WA\, 98516\, United States
CATEGORIES:MG
ORGANIZER;CN="WSU%20Master%20Gardener%20Program%20of%20Thurston%20County":MAILTO:master@co.thurston.wa.us
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