Planting Futures: Back to OUR Roots
Hands on spring planting of native seeds and seedlings to restore a neighborhood garden, combining community volunteerism with family friendly outdoor education and skill sharing at the Verner Center for Early Learning.
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Hands-in-the-soil workday tending an edible community park with planting, weeding, and garden upkeep alongside local neighbors. Tools, water, and sanitizer are provided, with guidance from Bountiful Cities’ Kelly Applegate.

Hands-in-the-soil workday tending an edible community park with planting, weeding, and garden upkeep alongside local neighbors. Tools, water, and sanitizer are provided, with guidance from Bountiful Cities’ Kelly Applegate.
Hands-in-the-soil workday tending an edible community park with planting, weeding, and garden upkeep alongside local neighbors. Tools, water, and sanitizer are provided, with guidance from Bountiful Cities’ Kelly Applegate.
Walk through mixed-species plantings and propagation beds to learn agroforestry design, native plant selection, and nursery propagation techniques from horticultural science experts during a hands-on morning field tour.
Walk through mixed-species plantings and propagation beds to learn agroforestry design, native plant selection, and nursery propagation techniques from horticultural science experts during a hands-on morning field tour.
Walk through mixed-species plantings and propagation beds to learn agroforestry design, native plant selection, and nursery propagation techniques from horticultural science experts during a hands-on morning field tour.
Hands on stream ecology workshop with live demos of macroinvertebrate sampling, water quality testing, and simple habitat assessments; participants practice field techniques and species identification for local freshwater invertebrates and watershed stewardship.
Hands on stream ecology workshop with live demos of macroinvertebrate sampling, water quality testing, and simple habitat assessments; participants practice field techniques and species identification for local freshwater invertebrates and watershed stewardship.
Hands on stream ecology workshop with live demos of macroinvertebrate sampling, water quality testing, and simple habitat assessments; participants practice field techniques and species identification for local freshwater invertebrates and watershed stewardship.

Weekly guided woodland walks focused on safe foraging and wildcrafting, from mushrooms and edible plants to medicinal herbs. Expect moss level close looking, forest critter curiosity, and seasonal tea making with practical take home skills.

Weekly guided woodland walks focused on safe foraging and wildcrafting, from mushrooms and edible plants to medicinal herbs. Expect moss level close looking, forest critter curiosity, and seasonal tea making with practical take home skills.
Weekly guided woodland walks focused on safe foraging and wildcrafting, from mushrooms and edible plants to medicinal herbs. Expect moss level close looking, forest critter curiosity, and seasonal tea making with practical take home skills.

Seasonal plant sale with a wide selection of garden starts and spring-ready greenery in the Bullington Gardens grounds. Browse, shop, and chat with local gardeners for landscape inspiration and community support.

Seasonal plant sale with a wide selection of garden starts and spring-ready greenery in the Bullington Gardens grounds. Browse, shop, and chat with local gardeners for landscape inspiration and community support.
Seasonal plant sale with a wide selection of garden starts and spring-ready greenery in the Bullington Gardens grounds. Browse, shop, and chat with local gardeners for landscape inspiration and community support.
Hands-on 4 H educator training builds STEM and ag programming through electric kit assembly and plant systems lessons. Outdoor learning in pollinator gardens and research plots centers on growing systems, habitat, and practical classroom activities.
Hands-on 4 H educator training builds STEM and ag programming through electric kit assembly and plant systems lessons. Outdoor learning in pollinator gardens and research plots centers on growing systems, habitat, and practical classroom activities.
Hands-on 4 H educator training builds STEM and ag programming through electric kit assembly and plant systems lessons. Outdoor learning in pollinator gardens and research plots centers on growing systems, habitat, and practical classroom activities.

Interactive online training for formal and informal community leaders navigating post crisis support. Learn simple, practical strategies for reconnecting with others, offering steady help, and strengthening community resilience during hard times.

Interactive online training for formal and informal community leaders navigating post crisis support. Learn simple, practical strategies for reconnecting with others, offering steady help, and strengthening community resilience during hard times.
Interactive online training for formal and informal community leaders navigating post crisis support. Learn simple, practical strategies for reconnecting with others, offering steady help, and strengthening community resilience during hard times.
Hands-on playground safety training focused on spotting hazards, assessing risk, and supporting safer outdoor play spaces. Designed for childcare professionals and caregivers who oversee kids’ learning environments.
Hands-on playground safety training focused on spotting hazards, assessing risk, and supporting safer outdoor play spaces. Designed for childcare professionals and caregivers who oversee kids’ learning environments.
Hands-on playground safety training focused on spotting hazards, assessing risk, and supporting safer outdoor play spaces. Designed for childcare professionals and caregivers who oversee kids’ learning environments.

Hands-on kids camp exploring the journey from local farms to finished cloth through fiber processing, simple weaving, and textile craft projects. Designed for young makers who want a creative, beginner-friendly introduction to sustainable fabric making.

Hands-on kids camp exploring the journey from local farms to finished cloth through fiber processing, simple weaving, and textile craft projects. Designed for young makers who want a creative, beginner-friendly introduction to sustainable fabric making.
Hands-on kids camp exploring the journey from local farms to finished cloth through fiber processing, simple weaving, and textile craft projects. Designed for young makers who want a creative, beginner-friendly introduction to sustainable fabric making.

Hands-on basket weaving sessions using freshly harvested garden materials to create a sturdy harvest basket by semester’s end. Weekly Tuesday evening meetups in a cozy garden cabin with tools provided and flexible drop-in attendance.

Hands-on basket weaving sessions using freshly harvested garden materials to create a sturdy harvest basket by semester’s end. Weekly Tuesday evening meetups in a cozy garden cabin with tools provided and flexible drop-in attendance.
Hands-on basket weaving sessions using freshly harvested garden materials to create a sturdy harvest basket by semester’s end. Weekly Tuesday evening meetups in a cozy garden cabin with tools provided and flexible drop-in attendance.

Hands-on habitat restoration focused on invasive species removal, native plantings, and trail maintenance along Fox Creek, providing outdoor volunteer opportunities for families and adults with basic tools and moderate physical activity.

Hands-on habitat restoration focused on invasive species removal, native plantings, and trail maintenance along Fox Creek, providing outdoor volunteer opportunities for families and adults with basic tools and moderate physical activity.
Hands-on habitat restoration focused on invasive species removal, native plantings, and trail maintenance along Fox Creek, providing outdoor volunteer opportunities for families and adults with basic tools and moderate physical activity.

Plant focused happy hour with hands on horticulture tips and casual Q and A on keeping houseplants and garden starts thriving. Relaxed after work social vibe at a Sweeten Creek Road venue.

Plant focused happy hour with hands on horticulture tips and casual Q and A on keeping houseplants and garden starts thriving. Relaxed after work social vibe at a Sweeten Creek Road venue.
Plant focused happy hour with hands on horticulture tips and casual Q and A on keeping houseplants and garden starts thriving. Relaxed after work social vibe at a Sweeten Creek Road venue.

A springtime outdoor market set among garden paths, mixing local vendors and seasonal finds with a relaxed community hangout vibe. Ideal for strolling, browsing handmade goods, and soaking up April sunshine.

A springtime outdoor market set among garden paths, mixing local vendors and seasonal finds with a relaxed community hangout vibe. Ideal for strolling, browsing handmade goods, and soaking up April sunshine.
A springtime outdoor market set among garden paths, mixing local vendors and seasonal finds with a relaxed community hangout vibe. Ideal for strolling, browsing handmade goods, and soaking up April sunshine.

An interactive, all-ages art installation that invites hands-on exploration through immersive light and garden-inspired visuals. Designed for drop-in wandering, playful discovery, and photo-worthy moments in a contemporary gallery setting.

An interactive, all-ages art installation that invites hands-on exploration through immersive light and garden-inspired visuals. Designed for drop-in wandering, playful discovery, and photo-worthy moments in a contemporary gallery setting.
An interactive, all-ages art installation that invites hands-on exploration through immersive light and garden-inspired visuals. Designed for drop-in wandering, playful discovery, and photo-worthy moments in a contemporary gallery setting.

Hands-on floral design workshop focused on spring blooms, guiding you through building a balanced, gorgeous arrangement with color, texture, and shape. Leave with a take-home centerpiece and practical flower care tips.

Hands-on floral design workshop focused on spring blooms, guiding you through building a balanced, gorgeous arrangement with color, texture, and shape. Leave with a take-home centerpiece and practical flower care tips.
Hands-on floral design workshop focused on spring blooms, guiding you through building a balanced, gorgeous arrangement with color, texture, and shape. Leave with a take-home centerpiece and practical flower care tips.
Sunlit spring celebration with rescued horses, pony rides, barn tours, and family friendly activities supporting REIN Rescue's equine rehabilitation and adoption efforts. Community centered fundraiser with kids activities, educational demos, and local nonprofit volunteers.
Sunlit spring celebration with rescued horses, pony rides, barn tours, and family friendly activities supporting REIN Rescue's equine rehabilitation and adoption efforts. Community centered fundraiser with kids activities, educational demos, and local nonprofit volunteers.
Sunlit spring celebration with rescued horses, pony rides, barn tours, and family friendly activities supporting REIN Rescue's equine rehabilitation and adoption efforts. Community centered fundraiser with kids activities, educational demos, and local nonprofit volunteers.

Bilingual Spanish and English singalongs blend simple vocabulary games with upbeat kid-friendly rhythms for ages 0–5. A parent-child morning program that builds language confidence through movement, call-and-response, and musical play.

Bilingual Spanish and English singalongs blend simple vocabulary games with upbeat kid-friendly rhythms for ages 0–5. A parent-child morning program that builds language confidence through movement, call-and-response, and musical play.
Bilingual Spanish and English singalongs blend simple vocabulary games with upbeat kid-friendly rhythms for ages 0–5. A parent-child morning program that builds language confidence through movement, call-and-response, and musical play.

A springtime celebration among flowering garden paths and forest trails at the North Carolina Arboretum. Expect seasonal nature activities and kid friendly exploration centered on plants, pollinators, and the outdoors.

A springtime celebration among flowering garden paths and forest trails at the North Carolina Arboretum. Expect seasonal nature activities and kid friendly exploration centered on plants, pollinators, and the outdoors.
A springtime celebration among flowering garden paths and forest trails at the North Carolina Arboretum. Expect seasonal nature activities and kid friendly exploration centered on plants, pollinators, and the outdoors.
Hands-on workshop focused on creating a vibrant, sustainable garden that supports rebounding songbird populations through habitat and planting tips. Finish with a make and take session crafting bird nesting balls to take home.
Hands-on workshop focused on creating a vibrant, sustainable garden that supports rebounding songbird populations through habitat and planting tips. Finish with a make and take session crafting bird nesting balls to take home.
Hands-on workshop focused on creating a vibrant, sustainable garden that supports rebounding songbird populations through habitat and planting tips. Finish with a make and take session crafting bird nesting balls to take home.

Hands on backyard herbalism workshop exploring seasonal medicinal herbs, foraging basics, and simple preparations like teas and tinctures. Participants learn plant identification, ethical harvesting, and DIY remedies in a casual community garden setting.

Hands on backyard herbalism workshop exploring seasonal medicinal herbs, foraging basics, and simple preparations like teas and tinctures. Participants learn plant identification, ethical harvesting, and DIY remedies in a casual community garden setting.
Hands on backyard herbalism workshop exploring seasonal medicinal herbs, foraging basics, and simple preparations like teas and tinctures. Participants learn plant identification, ethical harvesting, and DIY remedies in a casual community garden setting.