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DAY CAMPS & PROGRAMS SPRING/SUMMER 2015

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Family Favorites MAZE GARDEN Can you find your way through it? – Three-Mile Drive PLANT-MAKER STUDIO Free hands-on activities, new theme seasonal – Learning Center GREEN PLAY YARD Especially for 5 and under – Learning Center UNDER THE OAK NATURE PLAY AREA All ages welcome to create – Learning Center SHADE TREE EXHIBIT Central climb area, two small play houses – Three-Mile Drive FRUIT & VEGGIE GARDEN Look for what’s growing – Home Demo Gardens BOG BOARDWALK Walk on the water across the wetland – Green Heron Trail WALKING AREA GARDENS Close-by gardens of all kinds

The Maze Garden

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PeaPods for Preschoolers PEAPODS FOR PRESCHOOLERS SUMMER SERIES 2015 Summer Thursdays, June 11, 18, 25; July 9, 16, 23, 30; August 6, 13, 20. 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. (975-06-11-15) OR Summer Fridays, June 12, 19, 26; July 10, 17, 24, 31; August 7, 14, 21. 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. (975-06-12-15)

Eleta Donaldson, Arboretum early childhood instructor Kindle a sense of wonder in the world of plants with your preschool child as you reawaken it in yourself. Each weekly theme helps spark your child’s appreciation for nature through planting, art, sensory and science activities, discovery zones, music and movement, story time, Green Play Yard adventures, greenhouse exploration – and a snack. Come play and learn about nature! PeaPods for Preschoolers registration is by seasonal series of 10 weekly classes for 3-5-yearolds with accompanying adults. For late registrants, remaining class sessions are available for purchase at a prorated price by calling 612-301-1210. In order to honor the abilities and interests of preschoolers, please bring only registered participants. The Arboretum has many areas of interest for children of all ages. Ask us for ideas for your older children. Mr. McGregor’s Garden

June 11 or 12

Puddilicious

June 18 or 19

Berries for Birds

June 25 or 26

Teeny Tiny World

July 9 or 10

Pea Pod Babies

July 16 or 17

Inch by Inch

July 23 or 24

Dance Like Plants Cattails and Dragonflies

July 30 or 31 August 6 or

Soggy, Boggy, Froggy

August 13 or 14

Friends in the Garden Party

August 20 or 21

Limit 65 children and 65 adults, Learning Center $110 member/$130 non-member includes Arboretum admission for one child with one adult, snacks, project and planting supplies.

To register, visit www.arboretum.umn.edu/preschoolprograms.aspx or call 612-301-1210.

Children’s Garden The Children’s Garden is the place for kids to grow to learn and learn to grow all summer long. From planting to harvest, pairs of gardeners share the responsibility and bounty of a kid-sized plot of vegetables and flowers. Week by week they explore the subtle and sudden changes taking place and celebrate the bees and butterflies, investigate the soil, bask in the sun, play with water, dig for earthworms, tend plants, taste weeds, and marvel at stink bugs, sow bugs and other special guests.

All kid gardeners and their families are invited to the Children’s Garden Graduation Celebration on Wednesday, August 12, 6 – 8 p.m. MIGHTY MITES FOR ENTERING KINDERGARTEN – 1ST GRADE GRADS Wednesday Series (971-05-09-15) Planting Saturdays: May 9 & 30, 2 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Summer Wednesdays: June 17, 24 July 8, 15, 22, 29, August 5, 12, 2 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. OR Monday Series (971-05-16-15) Planting Saturdays: May 16 & June 6, 9:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. Summer Mondays: June 15, 22, July 6, 13, 20, 27, August 3, 10, 9:30 a.m. – 11 a.m.

Mighty Mites is the perfect place to start growing a love of gardening. Throughout the summer, these youngest gardeners will dig, build, plant, weed, water, investigate, taste-test, explore, participate in scientific discovery, learn the value of teamwork, and marvel at what we make. Join us as we grow a garden full of favorites, including fun-size varieties like Baby Bush zucchini and Big Smile sunflowers, and receive large weekly rewards from a small garden space.

Limit 16, Learning Center $150 member/$165 non-member includes weekly snack, fresh-from-the-garden produce, a Children’s Garden t-shirt, and a Children’s Garden recipe book.

SEED SOWERS FOR 1ST – 4TH GRADE GRADS (972-05-16-15) Planting Saturdays: May 16 & June 6, 1 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Summer Mondays: June 15, 22, July 6, 13, 20, 27, August 3, 10, 1 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.

This year, Seed Sowers will have a space-explorer theme, so get ready to grow a garden that is out of this world! Tend your own garden-galaxy, explore the Arboretum, and engage in scientific discovery. Learn about varietals with names like Flying Saucer pattypan squash and Pluto basil, practice unexpected cooking techniques, create “out of this world” snacks and enjoy “over the moon” taste-tests.

Limit 22, Learning Center $180 member/$200 non-member, includes weekly snack, fresh-from-the-garden produce, a Children's Garden t-shirt, and a Children’s Garden recipe book. GARDEN CHEFS FOR 3RD – 8TH GRADE GRADS (973-05-09-15) Planting Saturdays: May 9 & 30, 9 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Summer Wednesdays: June 17, 24 July 8, 15, 22, 29, August 5, 12 9 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Cook up some fun in this culinary-focused, royalty-themed garden experience. Regal varieties of produce, like King of the North pepper and Lemon Queen sunflowers, will set up court in your garden. Have a royally good time each week discovering and exploring the Arboretum, tending your garden plot, and transforming your sumptuous bounty into recipes fit for a king or queen.

Limit 22, Learning Center $180 member/$200 non-member, includes weekly snack, fresh-from-the-garden produce, a Children's Garden t-shirt, and a Children’s Garden recipe book.

To register, visit www.arboretum.umn.edu/childrensgarden.aspx or call 612-301-1210.

Field Trips for Groups AMAZING BEES! SUMMER FIELD TRIP FOR 1ST – 6TH GRADE GRADS Select from any of these day/time options between June 9 and August 13: Tuesdays 10 a.m. – 11 a.m., 12 p.m. – 1 p.m. or 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Wednesdays 10 a.m. – 11 a.m., 12 p.m. – 1 p.m. or 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Thursdays 12 p.m. – 1 p.m. or 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Did you know that bees have five eyes? Or that they have a special tongue that is shaped like a straw? Bees are fascinating creatures and we depend on them for 30% of the food we eat. Find out what happens inside a beehive and why we need bees in our gardens. Taste-test honey and look for bees at work in the garden. Plant a bee-friendly flower to take home.

All field trips are limited to 12-50 youth and take place at the Learning Center. $5.50 per student for all field trips. Fee includes Arboretum admission and all supplies. Call 612-301-1210 to register your group. EXPLORE INTERDEPENDENCE: SUMMER FIELD TRIP FOR 1ST – 6TH GRADE GRADS Select from any of these day/time options between June 9 and August 13: Tuesdays, 10 – 11 a.m., 12 noon – 1 p.m., or 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. Wednesdays, 10 – 11 a.m., 12 noon – 1 p.m., or 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. Thursdays, 12 noon – 1 p.m. or 1:30 – 2:30 p.m.

We are living in a world of interconnected systems: from homes, food, and shelter, to pollination and seed dispersal, plants and animals rely on each other for survival. Explore plant and animal interactions up close with a hike into the woods. Learn about plant defenses and use the tough-o-meter to find the toughest leaf. Plant a sensitive plant to take home. SEEDS AWAY: SUMMER FIELD TRIP FOR PRE K – 1ST GRADE GRADS Select from any of these day/time options between June 9 and August 13: Tuesdays, 10 – 11 a.m., 12 noon – 1 p.m., or 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. Thursdays, 12 noon – 1 p.m. or 1:30 – 2:30 p.m.

What do seeds need to grow? Find out with the help of some animal friends in a puppet show. Discover how seeds float, fly, and hitchhike to get to just the right spot to take root. Explore in the garden and chart sunflowers at different stages of growth. Create a sunflower snack and plant a sunflower to take home.

To register, visit www.arboretum.umn.edu/summerfieldtrips.aspx or call 612-301-1210.

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

June

It’s a Snap! Photography and Photo Editing for 2nd – 4th Grade Grads, 9 a.m.–12 noon It’s a Snap! Photography and Photo Editing for 5th – 8th Grade Grads, 1–4 p.m. 23

Sun Catchers for Entering K and K Grads (Session 1), 9 a.m.–12 noon Nature Play for 2nd – 4th Grade Grads (Session 1), 1–4 p.m.

June 30

July 1

Sun Catchers for Entering K and K Grads (Session 2), 9 a.m.–12 noon Nature Play for 1st – 2nd Grad Grads (Session 1), 1–4 p.m. 7

Budding Arboretum Artists for 2nd – 4th Grad Grads, 9 a.m.–1 p.m.

July

Dirt Detectives for 2nd – 4th Grade Grads, 1–4 p.m. 14

Art at the Arb! for 1st – 2nd Grade Grads, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Dirt Detectives for 1st – 2nd Grade Grads, 1–4 p.m. 21

Blossoms, Butterflies & Bees for Entering K and K Grads (Session 1), 9 a.m.–12 noon Nature Play for 2nd – 4th Grade Grads (Session 2), 1–4 p.m. 28

Blossoms, Butterflies & Bees for Entering K and K Grads (Session 2), 9 a.m.–12 noon Nature Play for 1st – 2nd Grad Grads (Session 2), 1–4 p.m. 4

August

DAY CAMPS CALENDAR – SUMMER 2015

CALENDAR FOR SUMMER DAY CAMPS 2015

Chef for a Day! for Entering K and K Grads, 9 a.m.–12 noon

Legos in the Garden for 2 – 4 Grade Grads, 9 a.m.–12 noon

Kitchen Creators for 1st – 2nd Grade Grads, 1–4 p.m.

Legos in the Garden for 1st – 2nd Grade Grads, 1–4 p.m.

Session 1: Garden Gatherers for Entering K and K Grads, 9 a.m.–12 noon Cooking 1: From the Garden for 5th – 8h Grade Grads, 1–4 p.m.

Cooking 2: Survival Skills for 5th – 8h Grade Grads, 1–4 p.m.

Cooking 3: Chocolate! for 5th – 8h Grade Grads, 1–4 p.m.

Session 2: Garden Gatherers for Entering K and K Grads, 9 a.m.–12 noon Cooking 1: From the Garden for 2nd – 4th Grade Grads, 1–4 p.m.

KEY FOR AGE GROUPS BY COLOR

ENTERING K & K GRADS

Cooking 2: Survival Skills for 2nd – 4th Grade Grads, 1–4 p.m.

1ST – 2ND GRADE GRADS

Cooking 3: Chocolate! for 2nd – 4th Grade Grads, 1–4 p.m.

2ND – 4TH GRADE GRADS

Look inside for Summer Day Camps!

5TH – 8TH GRADE GRADS

Day Camps FOR ENTERING KINDERGARTEN AND K GRADUATES SUN CATCHERS (Choose a session) Session 1: Tuesday – Thursday, June 23 – 25, 9 a.m. – noon (980-06-23-15) Session 2: Tuesday – Thursday, June 30 – July 2, 9 a.m. – noon (980-06-30-15)

A great introduction to day camp: meet new friends, explore the Arboretum, look for tadpoles, and play in the mud. Discover the magical fairies that protect our plants, and use bits of nature, imagination, and engineering to build them a special gift in the woods. Each day will include a short circle time, a snack, a planting project, a themed activity or two, and time for nature play. Make a suncatcher, a fairy garden and other plantings to take home.

Limit 16, Learning Center $86 members/$95 non-members, includes Arboretum admission, snacks and any project supplies. BLOSSOMS, BUTTERFLIES & BEES (Choose a session) Session 1: Tuesday – Thursday, July 21 – 23, 9 a.m. – noon (980-07-21-15) Session 2: Tuesday – Thursday, July 28 – 30, 9 a.m. – noon (980-07-28-15)

What’s a flower’s job? How do butterflies, bees, and birds help out? Discover pollination up close and hands on as we collect caterpillars, play games, make a take-home butterfly garden, and more. Each day will include a short circle time, a snack, a planting project, and an adventure or two.

Limit 16, Learning Center $86 members/$95 nonmembers, includes Arboretum admission, snacks, project supplies.

GARDEN GATHERERS (Choose a session) Session 1: Tuesday – Thursday, August 11 – 13, 9 a.m. – noon (980-08-11-15) Session 2: Tuesday – Thursday, August 18 – 20, 9 a.m. – noon (980-08-18-15)

It’s harvest time in the garden. Investigate the insides of fruits and vegetables, explode open seeds, and make ketchup with your feet. Prepare delicious garden snacks and take home some beauty of the garden. Each day will include a short circle time, a snack, a planting project, and an adventure or two. On the final day of camp we are going to dig in and play in the mud, in the thoroughly messy way that makes kids cheer and parents cringe. (With the help of a hose and a change of clothes, kids will be squeaky clean before it’s time to go home.)

Limit 16, Learning Center $86 members/$95 non-members, includes Arboretum admission, snacks, project supplies. CHEF FOR A DAY! (981-08-04-15) Tuesday, August 4, 9 a.m. – noon

Wraps and Rolls! From calzones to burritos, eggrolls to samosas, experiment with different ways to roll up garden-fresh ingredients into super-tasty eats. Young cooks will make enough to both taste in class and take home to share with family. (Food is as organic and local as possible.)

Limit 10, Learning Center $42 members/$45 non-members, includes Arboretum admission, recipes, food to taste in class and food to take home to share.

To register, visit www.arboretum.umn.edu/daycamps.aspx or call 612-301-1210.

FOR 1ST – 2ND GRADE GRADUATES NATURE PLAY FOR 1ST – 2ND GRADE GRADS Each session is unique. Choose one, or bundle both and save! Session 1: Tuesday – Thursday, June 30 – July 2, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. (986-06-30-15) Session 2: Tuesday – Thursday, July 28 – 30, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. (986-07-28-15)

Explore, hike, forage, collect, build, and imagine an epic path through some of the hidden places at the Arboretum. Awaken your sense of adventure and creativity while we play outside. Each day will include a snack and playing outside, but will otherwise unfold in its own way. The first session will focus on creating some natural art in the manner of artist Andy Goldsworthy. The second session will focus slightly more on hiking to explore the Arboretum and practice survival skills like reading a compass and poisonous plant identification. Adults, visit BeOutThere.org or ChildrenAndNature.org for inspiration and to discover the latest on the critical importance of nature play.

Limit 14, Learning Center $86 members/$95 non-members, includes Arboretum admission, snacks, project supplies. Bundle & Save! (986-PLAY-15) Bundle both Nature Play sessions for a total cost of $162 members/$180 non-members. ART AT THE ARB! (988-07-14-15) Tuesday – Thursday, July 14 – 16, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Explore the Arboretum and create art based on observations. Learn new techniques as you experiment with pencil, paint, clay and pastels. Bring your own lunch and water bottle each day, take home plantings and projects (different projects each summer for repeat campers). Bundle with “Dirt Detectives for 1st - 2nd Grade Grads” for a full-day option.

Limit 16, Sensory Garden Sheltered Classroom (next to the Wildflower Garden) $114 members/$125 non-members, includes Arboretum admission, snacks, project supplies. Bundle & Save! (988-ALLDAY-15) Bundle both morning (Art at the Arb!) and afternoon (Dirt Detectives) for a total cost of $190 members/$210 non-members. DIRT DETECTIVES FOR 1ST – 2ND GRADE GRADS (985-07-14-15) Tuesday – Thursday, July 14 – 16, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.

Unravel the mysteries of plants. Explore the Arboretum gardens and soils, conduct experiments, and write a secret message using invisible ink (!). Start new plants without using seeds (use leaves, roots, rhizomes, stems or spores instead). Take home plants and projects to continue discoveries on your own. Bundle with “Art at the Arb!” for a full-day option.

Limit 18, Learning Center $86 members/$95 non-members, includes Arboretum admission, snacks, project supplies. Bundle & Save! (988-ALLDAY-15) Bundle both morning (Art at the Arb!) and afternoon (Dirt Detectives) for a total cost of $190 members/$210 non-members.

KITCHEN CREATORS (987-08-04-15) Tuesday, August 4, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.

Wraps and Rolls! From calzones to burritos, eggrolls to samosas, experiment with different ways to roll up garden-fresh ingredients into super-tasty eats! Young cooks will make enough to both taste in class and take home to share with family. (Food is as organic and local as possible.) Combine with “Legos in the Garden for 1st - 2nd Grade Grads” for a three-day experience.

Limit 12, Learning Center $42 members/$45 non-members, includes Arboretum admission, recipes, food to taste in class and food to take home to share. LEGOS IN THE GARDEN FOR 1ST – 2ND GRADE GRADS (988-08-05-15) Wednesday – Thursday, August 5 – 6, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.

Explore the giant Lego sculptures in the summer exhibit, build both giant and tiny Lego creations of your own, and play outside. Take home planting projects and your own 200-piece nature-inspired Lego art. Combine with “Kitchen Creators” for a three-day experience.

Limit 16, Learning Center $63 members/$69 non-members, includes Arboretum admission, snacks, project supplies.

Sean Kenney

To register, visit www.arboretum.umn.edu/daycamps.aspx or call 612-301-1210.

Summer Day Camp Staff DAY CAMPS

Willis Bowman, experienced Arboretum day camp instructor; engineer, artist and co-designer/builder of the Arboretum’s “Under the Oak” nature play area Christine Gamm, Day Camps Manager with 10+ years experience as an Arboretum educator Beth Gelino, licensed elementary teacher and experienced Arboretum day camp instructor Kjersten Swanson, experienced Arboretum field trip and day camp instructor Gretchen Wagener-Burau, experienced Arboretum day camp instructor, artist, and local fine art educator for adult and youth program Jackie Williams, licensed elementary teacher and experienced Arboretum day camp instructor

FOR 2ND – 4TH GRADE GRADUATES IT’S A SNAP! PHOTOGRAPHY AND BASIC PHOTO EDITING FOR 2ND – 4TH GRADE GRADS (993-06-16-15) Tuesday – Thursday, June 16 – 18, 9 a.m. – noon

Hike through the woods and around water to discover little miracles by looking through a camera lens. Learn how to use your digital camera better in the field, then edit photos on a computer to take them to the next level. Select your best photos for a slide show on the last day. Requirements: a digital camera with SD card and a laptop with (free) Picasa photo software installed. (Sorry, no tablets.)

Limit 14, Learning Center $86 members/$95 non-members, includes Arboretum admission, snacks, project supplies. NATURE PLAY FOR 2ND – 4TH GRADE GRADS Each session is unique. Choose one, or bundle both and save! Session 1: Tuesday – Thursday, June 23 – 25, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. (991-06-23-15) Session 2: Tuesday – Thursday, July 21 – 23, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. (991-07-21-15)

Explore, hike, forage, collect, build, and imagine a path to adventure through some of the hidden places at the Arboretum. Each day will include a snack and playing outside, but will otherwise unfold in its own way. The first session will focus on creating some natural art in the manner of artist Andy Goldsworthy. The second session will focus more on exploring the Arboretum and practicing survival skills like reading a compass and poisonous plant identification. Adults, visit BeOutThere.org or ChildrenAndNature.org to learn the latest on the critical importance of nature play.

Limit 14, Learning Center $86 members/$95 non-members, includes Arboretum admission, snacks, project supplies. Bundle & Save! (991-PLAY-15) Bundle both Nature Play sessions for a total cost of $162 members/$180 non-members. BUDDING ARBORETUM ARTISTS (993-07-07-15) Tuesday – Thursday, July 7 – 9, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Create art by observing the Arboretum gardens. Use a variety of mediums including paint, pencils and pastels, and learn techniques to depict realistic detail, depth, and composition. Bring a lunch and water bottle each day, take home plantings and art projects (different projects each summer for repeat campers). Bundle with “Dirt Detectives for 2nd-4th Grade Grads” for a full-day option.

Limit 16, Sensory Garden Sheltered Classroom (next to the Wildflower Garden) $114 members/$125 non-members, includes Arboretum admission, snacks, project supplies. Bundle & Save! (993-ALLDAY-15) Bundle both morning (Budding Arboretum Artists) and afternoon (Dirt Detectives) for a total cost of $190 members/$210 non-members.

DIRT DETECTIVES FOR 2ND – 4TH GRADE GRADS (990-07-07-15) Tuesday – Thursday, July 7 – 9, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.

Unravel the mysteries of plants. Explore the Arboretum gardens and soils, conduct experiments, and write a secret message using invisible ink (!) Start new plants without using seeds (use leaves, roots, rhizomes, stems or spores instead). Take home plants and projects to continue discoveries on your own. Bundle with “Budding Arboretum Artists” for a full-day option.

Limit 18, Learning Center $86 members/$95 non-members, includes Arboretum admission, snacks, project supplies. Bundle & Save! (993-ALLDAY-15) Bundle both morning (Budding Arboretum Artists) and afternoon (Dirt Detectives) for a total cost of $190 members/$210 non-members. LEGOS IN THE GARDEN FOR 2ND – 4TH GRADE GRADS (993-08-05-15) Wednesday – Thursday, August 5 – 6, 9 a.m. – noon

Explore the giant Lego sculptures in the Arboretum’s summer exhibit, build both giant and tiny Lego creations of your own, and play outside. Take home planting projects and your own 200-piece nature-inspired Lego art.

Limit 16, Learning Center $63 members/$69 non-members, includes Arboretum admission, snacks, project supplies. COOKING 1: FROM THE GARDEN FOR 2ND – 4TH GRADE GRADS (992-08-18-15) Tuesday, August 18, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.

Wraps and Rolls! From calzones to burritos, spring rolls to samosas, experiment with different ways to roll up garden-fresh ingredients into super-tasty eats. Make enough to both taste in class and take home to share with family. (Food is as organic and local as possible.) Bundle with the survival and chocolate cooking camps on Wednesday and Thursday for a three-day culinary experience.

Limit 16, Learning Center $42 members/$45 non-members, includes Arboretum admission, food to sample in class and leftovers to take home to share. Bundle & Save! (992-COOK-15) Bundle all three cooking camps for a total cost of $116 members/$125 non-members.

To register, visit www.arboretum.umn.edu/daycamps.aspx or call 612-301-1210.

COOKING 2: SURVIVAL SKILLS FOR 2ND – 4TH GRADE GRADS (992-08-19-15) Wednesday, August 19, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.

Step out of the kitchen and into the forest. Forage for tasty wild edibles and learn a few poisonous plants to avoid. Learn wow-worthy survival tricks like how to use the sun to cook a snack and build a solar oven to take home. Bundle with fromthe-garden and chocolate cooking camps on Tuesday and Thursday for a three-day culinary camp experience.

Limit 16, Learning Center $42 members/$45 non-members, includes Arboretum admission, food to sample in class and project supplies. Bundle & Save! (992-COOK-15) Bundle all three cooking camps for a total cost of $116 members/$125 non-members. COOKING 3: CHOCOLATE! FOR 2ND – 4TH GRADE GRADS (992-08-20-15) Thursday, August 20, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.

Calling all chocolate lovers! Make, taste and take home a variety of cocoa-centric treats as we celebrate a plant that has changed the world. (Different recipes each year for repeat chocolateloving campers.) Bundle with from-the-garden and survival cooking camps on Tuesday and Wednesday for a three-day culinary camp experience.

To register, visit www.arboretum.umn.edu/daycamps.aspx or call 612-301-1210.

FOR 5TH – 8TH GRADE GRADUATES IT’S A SNAP! PHOTOGRAPHY AND PHOTO EDITING FOR 5TH – 8TH GRADE GRADS (998-06-16-15) Tuesday – Thursday, June 16 – 18, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.

Hike through the woods and around water to discover little miracles by looking through a camera lens. Learn how to use your digital camera better in the field, then edit photos on a computer to take them to the next level. Select your best photos for a slide show on the last day. Requirements: a digital camera with SD card and a laptop with the free trial (or full version) of Photoshop Elements installed. (Sorry, no tablets.)

Limit 14, Learning Center $86 members/$95 non-members, includes Arboretum admission, snacks, project supplies.

COOKING 1: FROM THE GARDEN FOR 5TH – 8TH GRADE GRADS (997-08-11-15) Tuesday, August 11, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.

Wraps and Rolls! From calzones to burritos, spring rolls to samosas, experiment with different ways to roll up garden-fresh ingredients into super-tasty eats. Make enough to taste in class and take home to share with family. (Food is as organic and local as possible.) Bundle with the survival and chocolate cooking camps on Wednesday and Thursday for a three-day culinary experience.

Limit 16, Learning Center $42 members/$45 non-members, includes Arboretum admission, food to sample in class and leftovers to take home to share. Bundle & Save! (997-COOK-15) Bundle all three cooking camps for a total cost of $116 members/$125 non-members. COOKING 2: SURVIVAL SKILLS FOR 5TH – 8TH GRADE GRADS (997-08-12-15) Wednesday, August 12, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.

Step out of the kitchen and into the forest. Forage for tasty wild edibles and also learn a few poisonous plants to avoid. Learn wow-worthy survival tricks like how to use the sun to cook a snack and build a solar oven to take home. Bundle with the fromthe-garden and chocolate cooking camps on Tuesday and Thursday for a three-day culinary camp experience.

Limit 16, Learning Center $42 members/$45 non-members, includes Arboretum admission, food to sample in class and project supplies. Bundle & Save! (997-COOK-15) Bundle all three cooking camps for a total cost of $116 members/$125 non-members. COOKING 3: CHOCOLATE! FOR 5TH – 8TH GRADE GRADS (997-08-13-15) Thursday, August 13, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.

To register, visit www.arboretum.umn.edu/daycamps.aspx or call 612-301-1210.

3675 Arboretum Drive Chaska, MN 55318

Free! PLANT-MAKER STUDIO Saturdays and Sundays, year-round, noon – 4 p.m. The Plant-maker Studio will be staffed by trained volunteers offering “make a plant” experiences for all ages. Our technologyloaded lives can leave anyone eager to dig into nature and get their hands on plants. Studio activities will feature specific plants, and take-homes for participants. Learn how to start cuttings, craft seed bombs,* print leaves, weave fibers and more; activities change by the season.

Learning Center Free for members. Free for non-members with paid Arboretum admission. Includes supplies * Seed bomb: A hand-formed ball of soil and seeds, ready to plant wherever you find a place in need of pollinator-friendly plants.