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Explore the wonders of nature from the comfort of your own home with online classes that cover topics such as wildlife photography, plant identification, and sustainable gardening techniques.

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Grow a Butterfly Garden

Chicago Botanic Garden @ Online via Zoom

Experience the enchantment of a butterfly garden as you learn how to attract these winged wonders to your outdoor space. Discover the secrets of creating a nectar-rich haven for butterflies and their caterpillars in this captivating online class.

(122) All levels 18 and older

Bird Talk: Gardening for Birds

UW Botanic Gardens @ Online Class

Learn how to create a vibrant and thriving backyard habitat for birds with Bird Talk: Gardening for Birds. Discover the crucial role your backyard can play in preserving bird species and combatting the decline of common birds. Join us at UW Botanic Gardens and make a valuable contribution to the survival of the birds we love.

(13) All levels 18 and older

Bird Talk: The Woodpeckers of Washington

UW Botanic Gardens @ Online Class

Discover the awe-inspiring world of hummingbirds as master birder Connie Sidles unveils their extraordinary abilities and stunning beauty. From defying gravity with their courtship flights to flying faster than the eye can see, these tiny dynamos of the avian world will leave you captivated. Join us to unravel the enchantment of hummingbirds and learn how to attract them to your garden.

(13) All levels 18 and older
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The Art of Nature

Chelsea Drawing & Painting Workshops

This is a Zoom Workshop to teach how to draw & paint the natural world. Just as mystics have sought meditative peace in the woods deep quietude, the natural world has also inspired artists of all cultures. They have applied their artistic skills to capture it with the techniques of sketching. The act of sketching requires concentration. Over time with skill, practice, and dedication, sketching can develop into a contemplative art. The...

(219) All levels 16 and older
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Intro to Diversity of Plant Forms: Spore Plants

Brooklyn Botanic Garden

Intro to Diversity of Plant Forms: Spore Plants—BLENDED The plants around us—especially the ones that do not make flowers—can seem like an indecipherable carpet of green. The first step in making sense of plant stories is noticing individual plants. In this class we’ll observe and draw examples from the three lineages that reproduce via spores: bryophytes, lycophytes, and ferns. No art skills necessary; stick figures and basic shapes will...

(165) All levels 18 and older
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Oaks, Elms, Beeches: A Natural History

Chicago Botanic Garden

Oak, elm, and beech once dominated midwestern forests. Discover ways humans, birds, animals, and insects have used and treasured these revered trees. Explore native habitat, historic uses, appearance in folklore, and contemporary species and cultivars available in the Chicago area today. This class will be taught online via Zoom. All registrations must be submitted online two days before your class starts. Registered students will receive login instructions...

(122) All levels 18 and older
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Focal Point Plants

Chicago Botanic Garden @ Online via Zoom

Discover the secrets of creating captivating garden designs with the Chicago Botanic Garden's online course. Learn how to use stunning plants as focal points to create striking and visually appealing landscapes. Join us for this virtual class and unlock the art of garden design.

(122) All levels 18 and older
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Gardening for Hummingbirds

Chicago Botanic Garden @ Online via Zoom

Discover the secrets to attracting and nurturing ruby-throated hummingbirds in your garden with this online class. Learn about migration, eco-friendly gardening practices, and more from the experts at the renowned Chicago Botanic Garden. Don't miss the chance to create a hummingbird haven right in your backyard.

(122) All levels 18 and older
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Crows: The Avian Einsteins

UW Botanic Gardens @ Online Class

Come listen to master birder and storyteller Connie Sidles share the amazing and complex lives of crows, the geniuses of the avian world! Join master birder and author Constance Sidles as she takes you into the secret world of crows! Crows are among the smartest of all birds—they can recognize human faces, pass knowledge along to new generations, work together to protect each other, set up sentries to watch for danger, and even use tools. Indeed,...

(13) All levels 18 and older
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Bird Talk: The Super Migrants

UW Botanic Gardens @ Online Class

Discover the awe-inspiring journey of migratory birds as they navigate through the skies, passing through our state in breathtaking waves. Join master birder Connie Sidles this fall as she unveils the latest scientific insights into the astonishing phenomenon of bird migration and explores ways to support these courageous travelers.

(13) All levels 18 and older
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Front Yard Foraging

UW Botanic Gardens @ Online Class

Discover the bountiful world of edible weeds and wild foods in your own backyard with this engaging class. Learn how to identify, gather, and cook these nutritious ingredients while also gaining knowledge on gathering ethics, regulations, and cooking techniques. Expand your culinary horizons with the abundance of nature's pantry.

(13) All levels 18 and older
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25 Backyard Feeder Birds

Chicago Botanic Garden @ Online via Zoom

Discover the fascinating world of backyard feeder birds with this online course. Learn about different species, feeding basics, and the importance of water. Don't miss out on this opportunity to deepen your knowledge of our feathered outdoor dining guests.

(122) All levels 18 and older
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Get to Know Your Backyard Birds

Chicago Botanic Garden

Get ready for this year’s Great Backyard Bird Count, February 18 – 21! Learn about the event, how to participate, and all about the birds in your backyard. Find out which birds live in your neighborhood year-round and which ones come to nest during the summer.  Discover identification techniques, bird behaviors, and tips to attract more birds to your yard. As you become aware of them and listen to their songs, you can more fully enjoy their...

(122) All levels 18 and older
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Winter Foraging: Barks, Roots, and Buds

Chicago Botanic Garden @ Online via Zoom

Join the Chicago Botanic Garden for an online foraging class focused on the edible parts of plants that can be found during the winter season. Discover a variety of trees, roots, and fruits that you can forage, and learn how to create delicious recipes using your winter finds. Expand your knowledge of foraging and connect with nature from the comfort of your own home.

(122) All levels 18 and older
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