Workshops and Activities

We offer our own workshops and activities, and co-host the same with other organizations, about DIY actions you can take to create a healthier yard and environment.

MN SEED Native Seed Collection Workshop $10 (in person)

Blue Thumb is hosting the MN SEED Project for a workshop on native seed collection this fall. You’ll learn when seeds are ready to collect and tips for collecting, cleaning, processing, and storing them. This is a hands-on workshop: you’ll be able to collect a variety of seeds and take some home to plant! Learn more and register below. Learn more about the MN SEED Project at the Minnesota State Horticultural Society.

Blue Thumb Resilient Yards Workshop $15 (virtual)

Take climate action in your yard. You’ll learn DIY tactics to make your landscape more resilient to extreme heat, flooding rains and other challenges of climate change. Better yet, these earth-friendly tactics protect clean water in nearby lakes and streams and provide habitat for pollinators. Learn how to create a plan for your yard, as well as tips on managing stormwater, using native plants, rethinking lawns and more. After registering, you’ll be able to use an online learning platform with lessons you can access at your convenience. During the two-hour workshop, you’ll meet in small breakout groups for expert assistance from landscape designers. More details and registration below.

Scholarships are available. Please contact us at 651-699-2426.