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This workshop takes participants on a tour of our 100 acres of cultivated landscapes. Scouts will gather ideas for their own dream garden designs, which will be completed by cutting and pasting images from garden magazines. Participants will learn which…
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Join botanist Brett Budach for a field experience geared for adults to locate and identify native caterpillar and butterfly species in the wild. Please dress for the weather, bring a sun hat and sunscreen, wear sturdy shoes, and bring…
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Join a Powell Gardens docent on a hunt for Powell Gardens’ perfect pollinators. This family-friendly, features a short stroll through our gardens and Native Butterfly Habitat in search of winged wonders. Families will play a pollinator game and get…
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Victoria Secret: Lily on the Water Instructor: Dr. Chad Miller Thursday, August 15 | 7:30-10 p.m Cost: $45 (Powell Members 10% off) Ticket includes two cocktails and hearty snacks This special educational evening is all about the enchanting Victoria water…
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Native Butterfly Habitats: The Heart and Soul of Your Garden Sunday, August 4 | 2 p.m. Join docent Betty Boyd in the Grand Hall of the Visitor Center for a walk through the Native Butterfly Habitat in the Heartland Harvest…
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Meet the Experts: Photography Demonstration Saturday, July 27 | 2-4 p.m. Gather tips from exhibiting photographers, Wendy Delzeit, Stephanie Ehrhardt, Angie Harris, and Lisa Healey for shooting insects in motion, florals, and landscapes. Refreshments provided. Free with Garden Admission
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Festival of Butterflies July 26-August 11 | 9 a.m.-6 p.m. daily Flit and flutter out to Powell Gardens for this annual event focused on a favorite pollinator! Enjoy hands-on activities, interact with expert community partners, and walk among the winged…
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Festival of Butterflies! July 26 thru August 11 | 9 a.m.-6 p.m. daily Flit and flutter out to Powell Gardens for this annual event focused on a favorite pollinator! Enjoy hands-on activities, interact with expert community partners, and walk among…
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Species Spotlight: Hunt for Berry Treasure Saturday, July 13| 10:30-11:30 a.m. Join a Powell Gardens docent for a hunt for berry treasure. This family-friendly hike features a short walk (less than one mile) through our forest to our lotus pond…
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Drop-In Tour: Shady Secrets of the Woodland Sunday, July 7 | 2 p.m. Join Powell Gardens docent Margaret Smith-Wisker for a focused look at the design, construction, and cool shade-loving understory of the David T. Beals III Woodland and Stream…
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