Western Department of Biology Presents: Insect Collection Open House Saturday, June 7, 2024, from 1:00pm-4:00pm in Biology Building Room 151 & 139 This event is free, family friendly, and open to the public. View many of the 75,000 specimens that make up the largest public insect collection in Western Washington! You'll have the opportunity to see: Parking is free and … [Read more...] about WWU Insect Collection Open House
Fall Composting Workshop (Free!)
Time to put your gardens to bed! Learn the tools and tricks at this hands on community workshop. Turn your garden debris into black gold. Family friendly! Cost: Free Registration: Not Required Sponsor: WSU Extension Whatcom County Master Gardeners Location: We Grow Garden - Across from the Bellingham Foodbank Contact: Beth Chisholm Office: (360) 778-5811 - Email: … [Read more...] about Fall Composting Workshop (Free!)
Fall Composting Workshop (Free!)
Time to put your gardens to bed! Learn the tools and tricks at this hands on community workshop. Turn your garden debris into black gold. Family friendly! Cost: Free Registration: Not Required Sponsor: WSU Extension Whatcom County Master Gardeners Location: We Grow Garden - Across from the Bellingham Foodbank Contact: Beth Chisholm Office: (360) 778-5811 - Email: … [Read more...] about Fall Composting Workshop (Free!)
Understanding Climate Change for Home Gardeners (Zoom)
Climate change is one of the most pressing issues of our time. Join WSU Master Gardener Mike Peronto as he breaks down what climate change really means and how you, as an individual, can make a difference. Mike will focus on its impact on gardening and the vital role of environmental stewardship in creating a sustainable future. No need to register, just pop in. Connection information (YOU … [Read more...] about Understanding Climate Change for Home Gardeners (Zoom)
Create a no-fuss, large-scale outdoor worm bin (Zoom)
Discover the magic of composting using worms presented by WSU Master Gardener Sara Clark. Learn how red wiggler worms transfer kitchen scraps into nutrient-rich “black gold” compost that will supercharge your garden. See how easy it can be to create a no-fuss, large-scale outdoor worm bin. Join us to explore this fascinating, eco-friendly method to create fertilizer and boost your garden’s … [Read more...] about Create a no-fuss, large-scale outdoor worm bin (Zoom)
Putting your Garden to Bed (Zoom)
Get a head start on next year’s garden NOW! WSU Master Gardener David May will tell you the steps to put your garden to bed this fall. Learn successful tips to reduce work next year and ensure next year’s successful crops. No need to register, just pop in. Connection information (YOU MUST HAVE A ZOOM ACCOUNT!--sign up for one at zoom.us), then join from Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS, or … [Read more...] about Putting your Garden to Bed (Zoom)