Devonian Botanic Garden

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2016 Course & Program Calendar
At the Garden:
Adult Education Courses
Family & Children’s Programs
Summer Camps
Birthday Parties
Special Events
And Much More…
TABLE OF CONTENTS
GENERAL INFORMATION
ADULT EDUCATION COURSES. . . . . . . . . . 4
Gardening & Horticulture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
PNPDC Professional Courses. . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Landscape Design & Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Crafts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
DIY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Visual Arts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Photography . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Health & Wellness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Writing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
CHILDREN’S & FAMILY PROGRAMS. . . . 16
Summer Camps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
School Programs & Birthday Parties . . . . . 17
2016 SPECIAL EVENTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
COURSE REGISTRATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
ADMISSION RATES
Valid for admission for one year from date of purchase*.
Adult Student Child $ 42.00
Senior $ 32.00
$ 20.00
Youth $ 15.00
$ 10.00
Family $ 67.00
Prices do not include GST. *Excludes some special events.
GARDEN HOURS
Open May 1 to Oct. 10, 2016
216
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Open late on Thursday nights:
Admission till 8:30;
Garden open till dusk.
Sep. 6-Oct. 10
10-5 Daily
Tram Tours A relaxing tour of the Main Garden,
perfect for a short visit or those with reduced mobility.
Available most days, check website for times.
Devon
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Only 10 minutes from19 southwest
Edmonton.
The Devonian Botanic Garden is located
in Parkland County, on Highway 60, 5 km
north of Devon. Watch for the blue Devonian
Botanic Garden sign on the Highway.
May 1-31 Jun.1-Sep. 5
SERVICES
216
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2
2
$31.00
Group discounts available for groups of 10 or larger.
GARDEN SEASON PASS
2
79 Ave NW
FAMILY PASS 2 adults & accompanying children
216
628
$ 13.50
$ 9.75
$ 7.00
$ 5.00
$ 3.00
Children 3 yrs and under are free
GETTING TO THE GARDEN
60
ADULTS
SENIORS (65 and older)
STUDENTS (with valid ID) YOUTH (13-17 yrs)
CHILD (4 -12 yrs)
The Patio Cafe Light lunch, snacks, beverages
and ice cream.
Shop in the Garden Unique giftware & books.
Crafters Workshop Handmade natural gifts & crafts.
Pre-booked
Guided Tours A great option for groups,
625
must be booked in advance. Call 780-987-3054 ext. 2259
to book your tour.
Photos by Paul Swanson unless otherwise noted.
Cover: Pelargonium peltatum, commonly known as
ivy-leaved geranium
2016 COURSES &
PROGRAMS
Open Year Round
for Education
Courses
In this guide you’ll find listings for
over 80 adult education courses.
Courses are offered year-round in the Garden’s unique
setting, led by experts in horticulture, landscape
design, visual arts, crafts, writing, photography, health
and wellness and more. For the serious hobby gardener
or those interested in a horticultural career, our Master
Gardener Certificate Program will help you be the
gardener you’ve always wanted to be.
The DBG’s Kids in the Garden Programs connect
children and their families to nature, through field
trips, summer camps and birthday parties.
Be sure to visit our 240 acres of display gardens, natural
area, ecological preserves and indoor showhouses.
The Garden is open May 1 through Thanksgiving,
and year-round for programs and courses.
780-987-3054 | devonian. ualberta. ca
Located in Parkland County, 5 kms north of Devon on Hwy 60, only minutes from west Edmonton
Devonian Botanic Garden | www.devonian.ualberta.ca
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2016 EDUCATION COURSES
GARDENING &
HORTICULTURE
Orchids 101
Interested in growing your own orchids? Topics
include: What is an orchid? What do orchids need?
What does a healthy orchid look like? Why won’t my
orchid bloom? What do all those names mean on my
plant tag? Instructor: Monica De Wit. $35
Saturday, March 5, 9am-12pm
Grow Your Own Perennials
Take home up to ten types of unique perennials to
add to your garden. Learn how to collect and sow
your own perennial seeds in this fun, informative class
with discussions of classification and propagation,
and hands-on seed sowing and transplanting.
Instructor: DBG Horticulturist Barry Greig. $70.
Saturday, April 2, 10am-4pm
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Hardy Fruits for Alberta
Expand your fruit growing knowledge with help from
horticulturist Thean Pheh. Learn what fruits to grow
in our climate, planting procedures and first year care,
where to obtain planting materials, as well as how
and when to properly harvest. Discussions will also
cover the best varieties to plant of over 20 types of
fruits. $50.
Saturday, April 9, 1-4pm
Intro to Permaculture
Why is it that forests can thrive for thousands of
years without being watered, fertilized, or tilled?
Permaculture teaches us how to work with, rather
than against, nature. This class will get you thinking
like an ecosystem and offers techniques to create
beautiful, biologically diverse and ecologically
healthy food producing systems. Instructor:
Dustin Bajer. $65.
Budding and Grafting
Learn up-to-date and new techniques to propagate
and regenerate a favorite ornamental tree or multiplegraft fruit trees. Lots of hands-on classroom practice
will make clear the various skills involved in budding
and grafting. Instructor: Thean Pheh. $60.
Spring Mushrooms
Join expert Mike Schulz as we learn about
the mushrooms of spring! Includes a detailed
presentation with an emphasis on delicious edible
spring mushrooms that you can easily learn to
identify. Hunt down and learn about the elusive
morel and other spring fungal delights on a foray
through the Garden. $70.
Grow Your Own Window Box;
Edible Flowers and Herb Garden
Learn to grow and sow your own edible flowers and
culinary herbs, suitable for the home garden. Take
home a 21” window box full of plants. With two
classes one month apart you will have guidance over
different stages of your window box. Instructor:
DBG Horticulturist Justine Jenkins-Crumb. $85.
Saturday, May 14, 10am-4pm
Two Wed. – April 27 & May 25, 6:30-9pm
Repotting Orchids
This is the perfect class if you have some orchid
experience but are looking for help in repotting. Learn
all the tips and tricks from an expert for effective
repotting. Instructor: Monica De Wit. $30.
Summer Mushrooms
Summer is a peak time for mushrooming, so join
expert Mike Schulz as we learn about summer’s
mushroom montage! Includes a presentation on
mushroom identification, easily identified edibles, and
an informative foray through the garden. You will
cook and sample all the edible finds. $80.
Saturday, June 25, 9am-4pm
Grow Your Own Bonsai
In this informative course, students get the chance
to practice and train their own bonsai during class.
Bonsai fundamentals will be taught, including basic
form, pinching techniques, and watering techniques.
Fee includes your take-home bonsai and authentic
pot. Instructor: Les Dowdell. $125.
Medicinal Plant Walk
Discover some fifty plants that are widely used in
herbal medicine around the world. Discuss how to use
the plants for health concerns, including preparation,
herbal-drug interactions and how to use safely as
home remedies. Instructor: Robert Rogers. $50.
NEW! Orchids and Aqua-culture
Did you know most orchids can adapt to growing in
water? Learn various modifications on this new way
to grow orchids. Instructor: Monica De Wit. $30.
Monday, May 16, 7-9pm
Wednesday, July 13, 6-9pm
Three Tues. – May 3, 10, 17, 7-9pm
NEW! Zero Tillage Gardening
Many things we do in gardening are not necessary;
in fact, they do more harm than good. Soil tillage is
one of these detrimental annual practices. Learn how
to keep soil in good tilth permanently, to keep your
garden productive without tilling every spring or fall.
Instructor: Thean Pheh. $40.
Wednesday, May 4, 6-8pm
Native Plant Walk
Learn the aboriginal uses of various trees, shrubs and
plants of Alberta for food and medicine. Traditional
uses will be shared, and modern scientific validation
of these plant medicines discussed. Instructor Robert
Rogers is co-author of a recently released book, “A
Cree Healer and His Medicine Bundle”, a sharing
of plant knowledge passed down for ten generations.
Plant medicines, preparation and interactions with
pharmaceuticals will be discussed. $50.
Wednesday, August 10, 6-9pm
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Fall Mushrooms
Many delicious edible mushrooms can be found in
the fall, so join expert Mike Schulz and learn about
these fantastic culinary delights and their potentially
dangerous look-alikes. Includes a foray through the
garden grounds. Edibles found will be cooked and
sampled. $80.
Saturday, September 10, 9am-4pm
Fall Seed Collection
Experience the gratification of the final, and
perhaps most valuable, gift of your garden. Learn
how to collect, clean, store and sow your own seeds.
DBG horticulturist Barry Greig will guide you
through hands-on seed collection and cleaning
of a lovely collection of perennials to take home
for spring sowing. $60.
PNPDC PROFESSIONAL
COURSES
Offered through the Devonian Botanic
Garden, the Prairie and Northern Plant
Diversity Centre offers professional plant
identification courses, designed for the
horticultural or field professional, or those
interested in gaining better identification
skills. Instructor: Dr. René Belland. $375.
Mosses of Alberta ID Course
May 19 & 20, 9am-4pm
Peatland Mosses of Alberta
June 2 & 3, 9am-4pm
Pruning 101
This informative and hands-on workshop covers
basic techniques of pruning. Get answers from
DBG Horticulturist Len Chambers, for your “when,
how, where and why” pruning questions. Observe
demonstrations of techniques, followed by a practical
hands-on session in class and outdoors in the
Garden (weather permitting). $60.
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NEW! Pruning Course Series
Saturday, October 1 (3 session times)
$25 per session or $65 for the whole day
Sign up for one, two or all three pruning sessions on
October 1, led by DBG Horticulturist Sherrie Benson.
Each of the sessions provides specific pruning tips
to help you focus on exactly what you would like to
learn. Note: these are classroom sessions only; no
physical pruning will take place in the garden.
NEW! Pruning: Advanced
Saturday, October 1, 9-11am
This course is great if you have taken our Pruning
101 Course or have previous pruning experience.
Topics covered include: repairing form on older
trees, dead wood removal, canopy reduction,
pruning for disease, basic hazard info, and when
to call an arborist.
NEW! Pruning: Multi-stem Shrubs,
Hedging, Vines & Climbers
Saturday, October 1, 11:30am-1:30pm
Learn tips on how to rejuvenate old shrubs
and flowering shrubs, and how to prune, hedge,
and maintain vines and climbers.
Pruning: Fruit Production
Saturday, October 1, 2-4pm
Learn tips and tricks on pruning to promote fruit
production in young and old trees, the importance
of resting years, pruning multi-stemmed fruit
plants and how to prune for pest and disease
control. This is a classroom session only.
Landscape Construction
Design courses are great but eventually you have to
start building to realize your vision. This course will
cover the installation of most aspects of any design
(except concrete work). Soils, patios, retaining walls,
sod, plantings, fences, and topics of waterfalls, lighting,
and irrigation will be covered. This course is intended
for homeowners but would be a great review for new
landscapers. Instructor: Kevin Napora. $105.
3 Tues. – March 15, 22, 29; 6:30-9:30pm
Feng Shui Gardening
Feng Shui is presently used indoors but was initially
designed for the outdoors to protect a house and bring
good luck into the home. Using the traditional compass
method we will look at how to recognize good and bad
energies and then learn how to place garden features
that will harness and guide positive energy into the
home. Instructor: Kevin Napora. $105.
LANDSCAPE
DESIGN & CARE
Landscape Design for New Homes –
Starting From Scratch
You’ve moved into your new home and are now
faced with a bare lot. Learn from a pro how to
create the oasis of your dreams in this introductory
design intensive specifically geared toward new
home landscapes. A combination of lecture and
design exercises cover basic site planning, grading,
drainage and plant placement. You will leave
with a self-designed landscape plan. Instructor:
Kevin Napora. $105.
3 Thurs., March 17, 24, 31; 6:30-9:30pm
Lawn and Garden Maintenance
Learn about timing, fertilizers, disease control, and
proper tools to grow immaculate green grass and
healthy gardens. Look at ways to create a healthy
environment through proper cultural controls in
order to produce that perfect yard. Instructor:
Kevin Napora. $45.
3 Wed. – February 24, March 2, March 9;
6:30-9:30pm
Wednesday, March 30, 6:30-9:30pm
NEW! Map and Design Your
Sustainable Property
Learn how to turn your property into a beautiful
food producing oasis. Using principles of
permaculture design, put together a design for
your property. Learn how to survey the land,
optimize its potential, and easy do-it-yourself
mapping and design methods. You’ll leave with
a ready-to-implement design for your property.
Instructor: Kenton Zerbin.
$120, incl. materials.
3-part course: Sun., March, 6 (10am-4pm);
Tues., March 8 (7-9pm); Thur., March 10 (7-9pm)
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CRAFTS
Fused Glass Daisy Plate
Learn to create a unique daisy-filled fused glass plate. Choose
from a variety of fusing glass to design your own masterpiece.
No previous glass experience required. Classes are held at
Bissett Stained Glass – 3104 Parsons Road, Edmonton.
$40, plus $55 supply fee.
Saturday, April 9, 9:30am-12:00pm
Birds on a Branch Fused Glass Plate
Learn to create a unique fused glass plate. Using a variety of
fusing glass, frit and stringers design your own masterpiece.
No previous glass experience required. Classes are held at
Bissett Stained Glass – 3104 Parsons Road, Edmonton.
$40, plus $55 supply fee.
Tuesday, May 17, 6:30-9:00pm
Bent Willow Armchair/Loveseat
One of the classic designs in rustic furniture making. Create
a lasting piece of furniture in this 1-½ day course. Instructor:
Paul Dolphin. $295 Armchair or $395 Loveseat.
Bent Willow Arbour
This fun and easy project can be built in a variety
of styles and sizes to fit nicely into your garden.
An arbour or bower gives your landscaping
height, provides support for plants, frames an
entryway, or just offers a spot to linger. Suitable
for beginners and experts alike. Instructor:
Paul Dolphin. Small Arbour (under 15
sq.ft.) $295 or Large Arbour (over 15 sq.ft.)
$395. Includes materials.
Fri., July 22, 6-9pm & Sat., July 23, 9am-4pm
Halloween Nights
Hats, bats, pumpkins and ghosts galore!
You never outgrow the Halloween spirit; join
us in creating a fun and whimsical Halloween
dish. No previous glass experience required.
Classes are held at Bissett Stained Glass –
3104 Parsons Road, Edmonton.
$40 plus $55 materials fee.
Saturday, October 15, 9:30am-12pm
Fri., June 3, 6-9 pm & Sat., June 4, 9am-3pm
There are better ways to get a
GREEN THUMB
The Master Gardener Certificate Program
will help you be the gardener you’ve always wanted to be, with
intensive theoretical and hands-on knowledge taught by senior
DBG horticulturists and industry experts, in the setting of the
240-acre University of Alberta Devonian Botanic Garden.
Wednesdays, September 7, 2016 to April 19, 2017.
Application deadline: August 1, 2016. Apply early to avoid disappointment.
devonian.ualberta.ca | [email protected] | 780-987-3054 ext. 2229
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DIY
Fermenting Foods 101
Come and learn the essentials for creating foods
full of probiotic benefits and flavour. Learn the
key ratios, tools and reasons behind this ancient
method of preserving food. This hands-on learning
experience includes original recipes, samples and
take-home jars full of fermenting foods! Instructor:
Janna Sacco, R.H.N. Holistic Nutritionist and
Permaculturist. $60.
NEW! Year-round Indoor Composting
(Using Worms)
Learn how to build a Rubbermaid composting
worm bin, an easy-to-use composting station for
your household organic matter. With these easy
care pets, you will avoid outside compost hauling
and will create super rich soil. Perfect for those with
little/no outdoor space, gardeners, do-it-yourselfers
and the eco-conscious. Leave with your own worm
composting bin. Instructor: Kenton Zerbin.
$70, includes materials.
Wednesday, January 20, 6-9pm
Saturday, February 27, 9am-12pm
Chickens 101
Urban chickenkeeping demystified.
Topics include:
coop design, breed
selection, feeding
and care, chicken
health, biosecurity
and many other tips and resources for keeping hens
in the Edmonton region. Instructor: River City
Chickens. $25.
Introduction to Beekeeping
Perfect for those interested in beekeeping for the first
time. You’ll be introduced to beekeeping basics, as
well as learn about plantings to support bees and
other pollinators in your garden. Instructor:
Patty Milligan. $65.
Sunday, February 28, 9am-3pm
Thursday, February 4, 6:30-8pm
or Thursday, Sept 15, 7-8:30pm
NEW! Fermenting Foods Advanced
A course for the fermentation enthusiast! Explore
a large variety of methods and tools for creating
foods full of probiotic benefits through fermentation.
Learn different variations using herbs; create
drinks and elixirs such as apple cider vinegar, water
kefir, kombucha, Jun culture and home-made root
beer. Instructor: Janna Sacco, R.H.N. Holistic
Nutritionist and Permaculturist. $90.
NEW! Raw Chocolate Making 101
Create delectable chocolate treats that are chock full
of beneficial nutrients, the possibility of health-bychocolate, as well as pleasing the taste buds! Try
samples, learn original recipes and simple formulas
to embrace your inner chocolatier! This makes a
great Valentine’s date! Instructor: Janna Sacco. $70.
Natural Skincare
Learn how to make your own natural skincare
products using many local ingredients such as
beeswax, honey, wildflowers and more. Amy Beaith
of PLANTiful will show you how easy it is to make
your own skincare items such as facial & body
scrubs, creams, and more. Take home one
of everything you make in class along with recipes.
$55 includes supplies.
Saturday, March 12, 1-3:30pm
or Sunday, April 10, 9:30am-12pm
or Sunday, October 2, 9:30am-12:00pm
or Saturday, November 5, 1-3:30 pm
DIY Greencleaning
You don’t have to sacrifice a clean home for a
non-toxic one. Come and learn how to make a
variety of green cleaning products to keep your home
clean and toxin-free, with personal care expert Amy
Beaith of PLANTiful! You will take home one of
everything you make in class along with recipes.
$45 includes supplies.
Sunday, March 13, 1-3:30pm
or Sunday, October 23, 1-3:30pm
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Castille Soapmaking
Come and learn the art and science behind castille
soapmaking with personal care expert Amy Beaith
of PLANTiful. This is a demonstration style class
where you will learn about the process and types of
ingredients you can use to make beautiful bar soaps.
You will take home a how-to-guide, recipes, and
a handmade soap! $75.
Saturday, March 19, 1-5pm
or Saturday, October 22, 1-5pm
Wild Crafting 101
Discover wild edibles and how to prepare delicious
dishes, useful nourishing tonics and extracts packed
full of life-giving nutrients! Learn how to ethically,
sustainably and safely select and harvest wild plants,
preserve, and extract their medicinal qualities.
Includes an herb walk and crafting in the kitchen.
Instructor: Janna Sacco. $65, includes supplies.
Sunday, June 26, 10am-3pm
NEW! Wildcrafting Advanced
Learn proper plant identification; take an in-depth
plant walk to learn sustainable wild-harvesting.
Discuss how to preserve, prepare and extract
medicinal properties of plants; learn practical
home remedies and simple wilderness remedies
for emergencies. Learn to make a poultice, basic
tincture, drying herbs for teas, medicinal salve and
electuaries! Instructor: Janna Sacco. $75.
Sunday, July 17, 10am-4pm
NEW! Intermediate Beekeeping Class
Have you kept bees for a summer or two already?
Are you looking to expand your knowledge and to
feel more confident dealing with issues that arise with
your small number of beehives? This class will help
you move to the next level. Learn to maintain healthy,
strong hives, identify and manage disease, prevent
swarms, re-queening, and splitting. Primary focus is
on Langstroth hives. Instructor: Patty Milligan. $65.
Saturday, August 20, 9am-3pm
NEW! Fall Hive Management Class
Preparing beehives for winter can be a stressful
experience for new beekeepers. Gain confidence
and knowledge, with an exclusive focus on getting
your hives ready for winter. Learn the principles of
fall management and the steps you need to take to
obtain the best possible outcome when spring comes
around. Instructor: Patty Milligan. $40.
Sunday, September 18, 9am-12pm
TAKING
2017
BOOKINGS
NOW!
WEDDINGS
at the Garden
A beautiful outdoor setting
for an unforgettable wedding day.
Ceremony & photo packages for up to 250
guests. Photo-only packages also available.
780-987-3054 ext. 2223 | devonian.ualberta.ca
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VISUAL ARTS
Pansies on Rocks
Explore the contrast between soft and hard surfaces.
Learn to draw and paint pansies with ease.
Willie Wong
Watercolour
Courses
Sunday, June 12, 10am-4pm
A Bridge to Town
Whimsical and fun! Try your hand at painting a
classic, colorful mountain town with a bridge.
Join renowned
Edmonton artist
Willie Wong for
a day of watercolour fun! Suitable for all levels, from
eager beginners to more experienced painters. Fee for
each class is $65 + $3 supply fee.
Birch Trees
Great for those who have never painted with
watercolors before. The timeless birch is easy
to create.
Abandoned Old Barn House and Fence
Due to the popularity of this course we are
repeating it, with a twist, and a different
background colour.
A Rose Closeup
Learn Old English botanical illustration of
the rose heart.
Sunday, January 31, 10am-4pm
Masking Tape Village
Use masking tape, paint wet-on-wet, and add trees
and shrubs to form a village. Great for all ages.
Polar Bear: Mom and Babe
A simple and monochromatic way to draw and
paint polar bears. Learn how to paint light-on-light.
Another Old Rusty Truck
Everyone loves a rusty old truck. No drawing skill
is needed and the result is always surprising!
Sunday, March 20, 10am-4pm
Zendoodle & Watercolor
Also referred to as a “Crop& Doodle.” Create a
new work of art or bring unfinished paintings to
chop up and add to.
Sunday, August 21, 10am-4pm
Bird’s View Back Alley
The back alley from a street view using a
different perspective.
Heart of an Opium Poppy
Paint the twists and turns of a brilliant poppy
centre. The shredded edges are deliciously cheerful.
View of a Woman
Learn to paint skin tones and hair by painting
the back of a female head and torso.
Sunday, October 16, 10am-4pm
Blue Berries
An illustrative work of blue berries. Lovely shades
of blues and pinks, complemented with greens.
Sunday, April 3, 10am-4pm
Sunday, November 6, 10 am-4pm
Wooden Bridge over Water
Paint water and reflections using wet-on-wet
painting, salt, sponge and negative painting.
A Boy With His Pet Bird
A portrait of a young boy with a bird on his
head; a great way to learn how to paint faces.
Sunday, May 15, 10am-4pm
Sunday, November 27, 10am-4pm
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Acrylic Abstracts
Play with many techniques in acrylic to create
interesting backgrounds, glaze, and layer, collage
a few treasures, create high density textures and
play with colour. Come out with your friends and
have a wonderful day in this fun workshop!
Instructor: Dianna Hannah. $60 + $35 supply fee.
Saturday, June 18, 10am-4pm
NEW! Parent and Child – Paint Together
Parents, come to the garden to enjoy some valuable
painting time with your child, under the guidance
of accomplished artist Lorraine Shulba. $50 includes
materials.
Saturday, July 9, 9am-12pm
Winter Bales in Soft Pastel
Create a stunning prairie winter scene in soft pastel!
Working from a photo, students are guided step-bystep, starting with a charcoal sketch and finishing
with richly coloured pastels. Some drawing experience
is preferred; however, fundamentals of drawing will
be covered. Instructor: David Shkolny. $55 +
$45 material fee.
Batik on Oriental Paper
Batik is an ancient method of watercolour painting
on papers and fabrics using wax as a resist and a
preservative. Create several vignettes on various fancy
Oriental papers; you will learn exciting new ways to
create gifts and rejuvenate an ancient art form. No
experience necessary. Instructor: Dianna Hannah.
$60 + $35 supply fee.
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A Day with Frida Kahlo
Live life in colour! Entering the beauty that is Frida
Kahlo, enjoy learning about this wonderful Mexican
artist. This will be a study in self-portraiture and
design. Explore colour theory and composition. Take
home a finished work of art to enjoy! Instructor:
Lorraine Shulba. $120 includes materials.
Saturday, August 6, 10am-4pm
Autumn at the Garden in Soft Pastel
Create a rich pastel of autumn on the prairies!
Working from a photo, students are guided step-bystep; start with a charcoal sketch and finish with
richly coloured pastels. Some drawing experience
preferred; however, fundamentals of drawing will
be covered. Instructor: David Shkolny. $55 +
$45 materials fee.
Acrylic Palette Knife Painting
Throw away your brush for the day and add a
wonderful tool to your creative practice by learning
how to effectively use palette knives. Using small and
large palette knives and acrylic paints you will create
fascinating textures and images. Instructor:
Dianna Hannah. $60 + $35 supply fee.
NEW! A Day with Degas
Enter the world of impressionism. Learn the basic
ideas behind impressionism and start your own
masterpiece! Using the tools of a professional artist,
learn the basics of composition and balance. Colour
theory and design will be discussed. Take home a
finished work of art! Instructor: Lorraine Shulba.
$120 includes materials.
Saturday, October 15, 10am-4pm
WRITING
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Becoming Poetry Workshop
Join Shawna Lemay for a 3-hour workshop blending
the elements of photography and poetry in the inspiring
Japanese Garden. Shawna Lemay is the author of the
novel, Rumi and the Red Handbag, which has made
Harper Bazaar’s “Must-Reads for Fall 2015” list, the
“Most Anticipated” list on the popular book website,
49th Shelf, and has been selected for Maria Shriver’s
fall reading club. She has also written six books of
poetry, essays, and a novel, Hive. See her photos on her
popular blog, Calm Things. In partnership with the
Edmonton Poetry Festival. $55.
PHOTOGRAPHY
After Hours Photography
This workshop includes an hour-long in-class session
with DBG’s award-winning staff photographer
Paul Swanson, focusing on garden photography and
technical aspects of outdoor photography. Participants
will be given the option of some creative assignments to
try out in the Garden for the rest of the evening. $45
Friday, June 24, 6:30-11pm
Yoga at the Garden
Purify, balance and strengthen the mind and body;
a workout for your soul. Previous yoga experience an
asset. Classes held in the beautiful Ozawa Pavilion
in the Kurimoto Japanese Garden. Instructor:
Joyce Christian, E-RYT 500.
Dates:
Winter I – $140 (10 classes)
Tuesdays Early: 6:30pm-7:45pm
Tuesdays Late: 8pm-9:15pm
January 5, 12, 19, 26; February 9, 16, 23;
March 1, 8, 15,
PHOTOGRAPHER’S
DROP-IN MORNINGS
Spring – $126 (9 classes)
Tuesdays, Early: 6:30pm-7:45pm
April 5, 12, 19, 26; May: 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
Capture the early light and stillness of the
Garden. DBG staff photographer Paul
Swanson will be on hand with tips. Regular
admission applies; no registration required.
Fall – $98 (7 classes)
September 13, 20, 27; October 4, 11, 18, 25
June 18, July 30, August 20,
September 24, 7:30-10am
Winter II – $98 (7 classes)
November 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, December 6, 13
NOTE: Drop-in is not allowed. Register before
48 hours of course start to avoid late registration fees.
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FACILITY RENTALS
Green School For Grown Ups
Join Deb Greiner, coordinator of the DBG’s awardwinning Green School program, for a trail walk as
she shares her passion for inquiry, journaling, and
engaging with nature. This enriching experience
will give you insights on how to engage the young
people in your life in meaningful connections with
the natural world, and allow you to rediscover the
curious observer in you. For adults only. $25.
The Devonian Botanic Garden is
the ideal setting for your group’s
next meeting, workshop, retreat,
banquet, picnic or family gathering.
Call 780-987-3054 ext. 2223 or
visit devonian.ualberta.ca
Saturday, June 4, 9:30am-12pm
Heart Yoga & Raw Chocolate
Awaken your taste buds to handmade organic, raw
cacao formulated to stimulate and calm the heart.
Enjoy a lovely yoga sequence themed for the heart.
All levels welcome. Instructor: Lacie Cosgrove. $35.
Wednesday, June 22, 7-9pm
Yoga to Release Neck and Shoulder Tension
Dedicate two hours to a harmonic blend of intense
and relaxing yoga, specifically formulated to de-stress
the neck and shoulders. May be helpful for frozen
shoulder, chronic neck tension, jaw tightness and
headache relief. All levels welcome. Instructor:
Lacie Cosgrove. $35.
Wednesday, July 6, 7-9pm
CRAFTERS’
ASSOCIATION
The DBG Crafters’ Association is
a diverse group of volunteers who
create floral arts and crafts for sale, in
support of the Garden. Visit us in our
workshop to see what we are creating!
GET INVOLVED!
To volunteer for the DBG Crafters,
call 780-987-3054 ext. 2225
Open Tues.-Fri. 10-2 during the Garden’s open season.
Fall Sale:
Sept. 24-25
Christmas Sale: Nov. 25-27
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Why Become a Friend?
In addition to knowing that your membership helps
to keep the Garden growing, you will enjoy the
following benefits:
•Free admission to the Garden
(excludes some special events)
•Discounted or first-in-line tickets to select
Garden events
•2 for 1 admission coupon
•Special Friends events held throughout the year
Discounts on:
•Shop in the Garden giftwear & Crafters
Workshop purchases
•Plant Sale Opening Weekend
•Edmonton Horticultural Society memberships
780-221-6467
[email protected]
www. friends-devonianbotanicgarden.org
facebook.com/FriendsOfTheDevonianBotanicGarden
TOUR
THE DEVONIAN BOTANIC GARDEN
Discover the Garden’s many treasures. Travel in comfort on one of
our regularly scheduled trams, available every day in the summer. Learn the
fascinating history of the Kurimoto Japanese Garden on a guided walking tour,
available select Sundays. Or, book a tour package for your group, with admission
discounts for groups of 10 or more.
For information or to book a group tour contact 780-987-3054 ext. 2259 or visit www.devonian.ualberta.ca
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SUMMER CAMPS
NEW! EXTENDED HOURS. Have an outdoor
adventure at our nature-based summer day camps
for kids age 3-14! All camps include environmental
learning, games, crafts and loads of fun and are led
by DBG’s trained naturalists. Catch frogs, hike trails,
tour showhouses, and rediscover the natural world.
Nature Explorers (Ages 8-11)
For kids who love the wilderness! Spend a week
making shelters, going on scavenger hunts and playing
games in the forest!
July 4-8, 2016
9am-3pm
$210
Circus Camp (Ages 3-5)
To all of the little acrobats and circus clowns, come
spend a week at the garden and take part in your very
own circus!
July 11-15, 2016 9am-12pm & 1-4pm
$105
Bugging Out (Ages 4-6)
Do you love bugs of all shapes and sizes? Join us for a
week of searching for insects both on land and under
water. Learn about these creepy crawlers and be an
expert before the week is through!
July 18-22, 2016
9am-3pm
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9am-3pm
August 2-5, 2016 9am-12pm & 1pm-4pm $85
Myths & Legends (Ages 6-8)
Can you read maps and trek trails? You’ll use these
skills on this week-long adventure searching for
answers about intriguing myths and legends.
August 8-12, 2016
9am-3pm
$210
$210
Amazing Race (Ages 8-11)
Do you have what it takes to win the Amazing
Race? Come to the Garden where you can work
independently and in teams to defeat challenges like
obstacle courses, games, and scavenger hunts.
August 15-19, 2016
9am-3pm $210
Call 780-987-3054 ext. 2226 or register your
child online today!
www.devonian.ualberta.ca
$210
Time Travelers (Ages 6-8)
Do you fantasize about time travel and adventure?
Join us for a week of traveling through time and
experiencing life in the past or the future!
July 25-29, 2016 Knights & Dragons (Ages 3-5)
Come join the sprites and fairies at the Garden
for a week of mythical fun. As knights and princesses,
we will battle dragons and discover a fantasy world
in our forest.
Register early
for best summer
camp selection!
SCHOOL
PROGRAMS
BIRTHDAY PARTIES
FIELD TRIPS
A few spots for spring 2016 still available
for half- and full-day school field trips.
Ponds ◆ Insects ◆ Plants ◆ Forests ◆
Animals Conserving Biodiversity ◆
Much More
Also great for Scouts and Guides, daycares,
summer camps and community groups.
Contact our Education line at
780-987-3054 ext. 2226
Our children’s birthday party packages
will provide lasting memories for your
child and their friends, and a stress-free
day for you! All parties are nature-based,
1-1/2 hour programs with a trained
interpreter. Catering and gift-bag options
available. Available for booking May
through October.
Teddy Bear Picnic (Ages 3-7)
Kids and Critters (Ages 4-8)
Going Buggy Butterfly Party! (Ages 4-8)
Ponds and Frogs (Ages 5-14)
Wilderness Adventure (Ages 8-14)
$145 per party (up to 20 people,
including party guests, siblings
and guardians) Additional
people $10 each
To book, email
[email protected]
or call 780-987-3054
ext. 2226
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2016 EVENTS at the GARDEN
Mark your calendars! Check www.devonian.ualberta.ca for details!
May
May 1 – Kodomo-no-hi
(Japanese Children’s Day)
May 1 – Japanese Tea Ceremony
May 3 – Half Price Admission Day
May 8 – Mother’s Day Tea
May 14 – DBG Plant Sale Opening Day
May 29 – Butterfly Day
June 17 – Opera al Fresco
June 18 – Photographer’s Drop-In Morning
June 18 – Solstice Sunrise Yoga
June 19 – Father’s Day BBQ – Tastes & Tours
of the Garden
June 23 – Date Night
June
July
June 5 – Kurimoto Japanese Spring Festival
June 5 – Japanese Tea Ceremony
June 5 – Chigiri-e Torn Paper Art Show
June 6-12 – Seniors’ Week at the Garden
June 7 – Half Price Admission Day
June 17-19 – National Garden Days
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July 1 – Canada Day Celebration
July 2-3 – Martagon Lily Show
July 5 – Half Price Admission Day
July 7 – Date Night
July 10 – Japanese Tea Ceremony
July 23 – Photographer’s Morning
July 24 – “Rooted” Art Exhibit
July 29-Aug 1 – Parkland County Art Show
July 30-Aug 1 – Devon Pottery Guild Show
August
Aug 2 – Half Price Admission Day
Aug 4 – Date Night
Aug 7 – Japanese Tea Ceremony
Aug 12 – Perseids Pyjama Party
Aug 14 – Wild Mushroom Expo TBC
Aug 27 – Photographer’s Drop-In Morning
Aug 28 – The Great Big Family Picnic
September
Sept 6 – Half Price Admission Day
Sept 11 – Fall Family Festival
Sept 18 – Fruit Grower’s Festival
Sept 24 – Photographer’s Drop in Morning
Sept 24-25 – DBG Crafters Fall Sale
November
Nov. 25-27 – DBG Crafters Christmas Sale
December
Dec. 2-4 – Luminaria
COURSE
REGISTRATION
2 EASY WAYS TO REGISTER!
ONLINE: devonian.ualberta.ca
PHONE: 780-987-3054 ext. 2227
◆ Education and Programs office hours vary.
Phones and emails may not be monitored
on weekends.
◆ Fees are due at time of registration.
Payment accepted by Visa, MasterCard
or American Express.
◆ To avoid cancellation of courses, please
register at least two weeks prior to start
of a course.
◆ Registrations received within 48 hours
of a course start date are subject to a
$15 late registration fee.
◆ Receipts and confirmation are sent by email.
◆ Course details are subject to change – check
website for up-to-date information.
WITHDRAWAL/
CANCELLATION POLICY:
◆ Student-initiated withdrawals will receive
a full refund (less $20 administration fee)
when cancellation is received at least
48 hours prior to start time of course.
◆ No refunds or credits are issued for
withdrawals made within 48 hours of course
start time.
◆ Full refunds are issued if the Devonian
Botanic Garden cancels a course (for
insufficient registration, extreme weather
etc.). In the event of cancellation, you will be
promptly notified by email and your money
will be refunded.
◆ In the case of poor weather, a course is
considered running unless you receive
notification otherwise.
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AWAKEN YOUR SENSES
AT THE DEVONIAN BOTANIC GARDEN!
University of Alberta
Edmonton, Alberta T6G 2E1

Devonian Botanic Garden

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