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Adult Education and
Workshops

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Explore the diverse range of Adult Classes offered at the Idaho Botanical Garden! There's something for everyone looking to connect with nature and nurture their well-being. Past classes have included hands-on experiences like planting container gardens, cider tasting, sound healing, painting and much more. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or simply seeking a new hobby, our classes provide a unique opportunity to learn in a beautiful, peaceful setting. Join us and discover the perfect class for you!
Seasonal Sound Healing w/ Emily Clark
Join Emily Clark for a deeply restorative sound bath at the Garden. Immerse yourself in the soothing vibrations of crystal singing bowls, ethereal vocals, chimes, and other healing instruments as you relax amidst the beauty of nature. This meditative experience will help calm the nervous system, release tension, and create…
June 9th 7:00 pm
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Summertime Nature Journaling Workshop with Watercolor
Let your creativity shine with JKStudios at the Idaho Botanical Garden! During this workshop you’ll discover the art of Nature Journaling. Hone your observational drawing and watercolor painting skills while exploring the beautiful garden spaces (weather permitting). Basic materials will be provided, and a list of additional optional materials will…
June 14th 10:00 am
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Plant Select® Garden Tour
Join IBG’s Collections Curator on a behind-the-scenes tour of our Plant Select® Demonstration Garden. Come learn about the amazing plants that thrive in our Intermountain West region!   Note: this experience will have indoor and outdoor portions.  Cost: $15 member, $25 non member, free for staff 
June 21st 10:00 am
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Intuitive Painting w/ Karen Gillette Art
Join us in the Garden this summer for an evening of intuitive painting with Karen Gillette! Let your intuition and creativity flow as you bring your canvas to life in our beautiful natural setting. This artistic experience focuses on self-love, exploration, and enjoying the process of creating an art piece…
June 25th 6:00 pm
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Natural Earth Pigments Workshop
Join Camilla Dahlin and Jess Thuja in a meditative painting workshop. Together they believe in honoring nature through their creative processes and both artists are committed to offering their gifts and helping others to find the artist within them. They believe we are all creative and with the right tools…
June 28th 9:15 am
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Cider Tasting Workshop w/ Meriwether Cider
Interested in learning more about the history, processes, and tasting notes of cider? Then this is the experience for you! Meriwether Cider’s Molly Leadbetter, Idaho’s only Certified Pommelier, will share information about ciders and you’ll get to taste different varieties. This class will be outdoors, weather permitting.  Note: This is…
June 30th 6:30 pm
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Seasonal Sound Healing w/ Emily Clark
Join Emily Clark for a deeply restorative sound bath at the Garden. Immerse yourself in the soothing vibrations of crystal singing bowls, ethereal vocals, chimes, and other healing instruments as you relax amidst the beauty of nature. This meditative experience will help calm the nervous system, release tension, and create…
July 7th 7:00 pm
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Pressed Flower Bar
Join us and Lindsay Rae Art as you sip, snack, and create while learning how to make your very own framed floral.  During this workshop, you will receive hands-on instruction in an intimate class setting. Each student will make and take home their own 8x10” framed floral. Whether you're a…
July 18th 6:00 pm
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Soil Health for Home Gardens & Landscapes
Crystal Davidson from the Ada Soil and Water Conservation District will share the key soil health principles created by the Natural Resources Conservation Service. Through demonstrations and discussions, you will learn why healthy soil is so vital to a healthy planet and how to implement the soil health principles in…
August 2nd 9:30 am
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Summertime Forest Bathing w/ Casey O'Leary
Join Casey O’Leary, a certified Nature and Forest Therapy Guide, for a pre-Garden hours experience. A "forest bath" doesn't require a swimsuit, or even water! Instead, a forest bath is a mellow, sensory walk in nature, where participants are given a series of prompts to drop into the present and…
August 3rd 7:30 am
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Seasonal Sound Healing w/ Emily Clark
Join Emily Clark for a deeply restorative sound bath at the Garden. Immerse yourself in the soothing vibrations of crystal singing bowls, ethereal vocals, chimes, and other healing instruments as you relax amidst the beauty of nature. This meditative experience will help calm the nervous system, release tension, and create…
August 4th 7:00 pm
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Native Orchid Class
Did you know that we have orchids in Idaho?  Come learn all about the diversity of our native orchids from the Treasure Valley Orchid Society! You'll also view a repotting demo and be sure to bring plenty of questions for the Q&A. Registration cost includes Garden admission to view the…
August 9th 10:00 am
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Adventuring Together: Hiking as a Family
Interested in a fun, family experience? Come learn tips and tricks from Kris Davis on how to plan a family adventure outdoors. Kris is a retired elementary-school teacher and author who loves sharing her passion for hiking and encouraging others to build their confidence while exploring outside. Participants will learn…
August 23rd 10:00 am
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