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Fairbanks: Tanana District 4-H Cloverbud Camp

Cloverbud Camp is a day camp that offers an out-of-doors adventure for children ages 5-8. It provides the fun of camp with the security of evenings at home. The program runs July 14-16 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Georgeson Botanical Garden, located on the UAF Troth Yeddha' Campus. Nature observations, crafts, games and educational adventures are designed to appeal to this age group's interests and attention span. FUN is the key ingredient! Staff will include the 4-H agent, a certified adult leader, junior teen counselors ages 12 and up, and resource people from the community. Registration is open and camp is limited to 25 day campers. All 4-H youth and non-4-H youth are welcome. Registration fees are $40 for currently enrolled 4-H members and $50 for non-4-H members. Register before July 7 to avoid a $15 late fee. For a registration packet, contact the Tanana District 4-H Office at 907-474-2450 or Ronda Boswell at rlboswell@alaska.edu. 4-H is for everyone! For information on how to join the… Organization: Cooperative Extension (CES), Alaska. Categories: Public events calendar - Fairbanks, Statewide 4-H calendar, Fairbanks/Tanana 4-H calendar. Monday, July 14, 2025, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Contact organizer, Georgeson Botanical Garden Pavilion.

Fairbanks: Tanana District 4-H Cloverbud Camp

Cloverbud Camp is a day camp that offers an out-of-doors adventure for children ages 5-8. It provides the fun of camp with the security of evenings at home. The program runs July 14-16 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Georgeson Botanical Garden, located on the UAF Troth Yeddha' Campus. Nature observations, crafts, games and educational adventures are designed to appeal to this age group's interests and attention span. FUN is the key ingredient! Staff will include the 4-H agent, a certified adult leader, junior teen counselors ages 12 and up, and resource people from the community. Registration is open and camp is limited to 25 day campers. All 4-H youth and non-4-H youth are welcome. Registration fees are $40 for currently enrolled 4-H members and $50 for non-4-H members. Register before July 7 to avoid a $15 late fee. For a registration packet, contact the Tanana District 4-H Office at 907-474-2450 or Ronda Boswell at rlboswell@alaska.edu. 4-H is for everyone! For information on how to join the… Organization: Cooperative Extension (CES), Alaska. Categories: Public events calendar - Fairbanks, Statewide 4-H calendar, Fairbanks/Tanana 4-H calendar. Tuesday, July 15, 2025, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Contact organizer, Georgeson Botanical Garden Pavilion.

Fairbanks: Tanana District 4-H Cloverbud Camp

Cloverbud Camp is a day camp that offers an out-of-doors adventure for children ages 5-8. It provides the fun of camp with the security of evenings at home. The program runs July 14-16 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Georgeson Botanical Garden, located on the UAF Troth Yeddha' Campus. Nature observations, crafts, games and educational adventures are designed to appeal to this age group's interests and attention span. FUN is the key ingredient! Staff will include the 4-H agent, a certified adult leader, junior teen counselors ages 12 and up, and resource people from the community. Registration is open and camp is limited to 25 day campers. All 4-H youth and non-4-H youth are welcome. Registration fees are $40 for currently enrolled 4-H members and $50 for non-4-H members. Register before July 7 to avoid a $15 late fee. For a registration packet, contact the Tanana District 4-H Office at 907-474-2450 or Ronda Boswell at rlboswell@alaska.edu. 4-H is for everyone! For information on how to join the… Organization: Cooperative Extension (CES), Alaska. Categories: Public events calendar - Fairbanks, Statewide 4-H calendar, Fairbanks/Tanana 4-H calendar. Wednesday, July 16, 2025, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Contact organizer, Georgeson Botanical Garden Pavilion.

Wine and Peonies

The Georgeson Botanical Garden Friends are hosting an evening of wine and flowers. Celebrate the beauty of Alaska peonies at the garden and take home a lovely bouquet. Enjoy wine, hors d'oeuvres, friends, music and tours of the garden in bloom. All proceeds support the garden.  Tickets are $100. Buy your tickets online. You can also email gbgardenfriends@gmail.com or leave a message at 907-456-3066. . Organization: University Relations. Categories: Public events calendar - Fairbanks, Cooperative Extension calendar, Institute of Agriculture, Natural Resources and Extension calendar. Wednesday, July 16, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM. Georgeson Botanical Garden Pavilion.

Fairbanks: Herb-Infused Luxury: DIY Lip Balms and Salves

Unleash your inner alchemist and discover the art of crafting luxurious, personalized lip balms and salves in this hands-on workshop. Learn from Mallory Smith as you select and harvest herbs fresh from the garden then blend with soothing butters and protective waxes to create custom blends tailored to your preference. All materials are provided, and you can take your handcrafted products home. Cost is $50 (includes materials fee) with student discounts available. Contact Cathy Turner, clturner@alaska.edu. Visit the Alaska Harvest Collaborative webpage for more information and the registration link or visit https://bit.ly/AHCoutreach. Location: Meet at the entrance to Georgeson Botanical Garden. The workshop is at the Reindeer Garden at Fairbanks Experiment Farm. Mallory Smith is the garden manager for the Alaska Harvest Collaborative, where she mentors students in the experiential learning garden. Mallory has 15 seasons of experience growing fruits and vegetables in northern climates and working… Organization: Other. Categories: Public events calendar - Fairbanks, Cooperative Extension calendar, Fairbanks/Tanana CES calendar. Wednesday, July 23, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Georgeson Botanical Garden Pavilion.

Fairbanks: The Harvest: Tools, Techniques and Tasty Veggies

Your garden is overflowing with bounty—now it’s time to harvest the rewards of all your hard work. Join Mallory Smith for a hands-on class at the UAF Fairbanks Experiment Farm's Reindeer Garden and dive into the art of harvesting. In this session, you'll explore: Understanding vegetable growth – Get familiar with how different veggies grow, so you know exactly when they’re ready to be harvested. , Introduction to harvesting tools – Learn about the right tools to make harvesting easy, efficient, and fun. , When and how to harvest – Master the timing and techniques to get the best flavor and longest shelf life from your crops. , Q&A for home garden concerns – Bring your questions and get expert advice on any gardening challenges you're facing. , Cost is $40 with student discounts available. Contact Cathy Turner, clturner@alaska.edu.   Location: Meet at the entrance to Georgeson Botanical Garden. Workshop is at the Reindeer Garden at Fairbanks Experiment Farm. Mallory Smith is the garden… Organization: Other. Categories: Public events calendar - Fairbanks, Cooperative Extension calendar, Fairbanks/Tanana CES calendar. Wednesday, August 6, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Georgeson Botanical Garden Pavilion.

Fairbanks: Unlock the Ancient Art of Lacto-Fermentation

For centuries, cultures around the world have used lacto-fermentation to preserve the bounty of their gardens and enhance the flavor and nutritional value of their produce. Now, you can learn this time-honored technique and bring it into your own kitchen! Join Mallory Smith for a fun and interactive workshop where you’ll discover how simple it is to ferment your favorite vegetables and fruits. In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to transform fresh, local produce into delicious, probiotic-rich foods using just a few kitchen essentials. Best of all, you’ll leave with your very own jar of mouthwatering lacto-fermented veggies to enjoy at home. Whether you’re new to fermentation or looking to expand your skills, this workshop will give you the knowledge and confidence to start your own fermentation journey! Cost is $50 (includes materials fee) with student discounts available. Contact Cathy Turner, clturner@alaska.edu, Location: Meet at the entrance to Georgeson Botanical Garden. The workshop is at… Organization: Other. Categories: Public events calendar - Fairbanks, Cooperative Extension calendar, Fairbanks/Tanana CES calendar. Wednesday, August 27, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Contact organizer, Georgeson Botanical Garden Pavilion.

Fairbanks: Transform Your Garden with the Power of Composting

Turn kitchen scraps and garden waste into rich, nutrient-packed soil that will help your garden thrive. In this hands-on workshop, Mallory Smith will teach the essentials of garden composting—from the basics of balancing green and brown materials to creating and mixing the perfect compost pile. Mallory will guide you step by step through the process of turning organic waste into black gold. Whether you’re looking to improve your soil health, reduce waste, or make your garden more sustainable, this class will equip you with the tools and knowledge you need. Cost is $40 with student discounts available. Contact Cathy Turner, clturner@alaska.edu. Location: Meet at the entrance to Georgeson Botanical Garden. Workshop is at the Reindeer Garden at Fairbanks Experiment Farm. Mallory Smith is the garden manager for the Alaska Harvest Collaborative, where she mentors students in the experiential learning garden. Mallory has 15 seasons of experience growing fruits and vegetables in northern climates and… Organization: Other. Categories: Public events calendar - Fairbanks, Cooperative Extension calendar, Fairbanks/Tanana CES calendar. Wednesday, September 17, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Georgeson Botanical Garden Pavilion.