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The Engineering Navigator is a prototype AI-powered platform that connects students, families, and educators to engineering opportunities across the U.S. To show the power of this tool, we're focusing on North Carolina, where we're mapping local events and programs to show what's possible when communities are connected.
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23 Horticulture Events Found
Southeastern Plant Symposium
A two-day symposium held every June geared towards horticulturists, home gardeners, plant industry professionals, and all plant nerds & plantaholics alike. Features prominent plant people from all over the world delivering presentations on innovations and introductions in horticulture. Includes plant breeders, plant explorers, designers, researchers, nurseryfolk, and other experts. Features a Rare Plant Auction with plants displayed throughout the event space. Alternates focus biennially between herbaceous plants in even-numbered years and woody plants in odd years. Includes dinner with presentation on day one. Available both in person and online with recordings made available to all registrants. Runs June 4-5, 2026.
JC Raulston Arboretum
Free
6/4/26
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4
Southeastern Plant Symposium
A two-day symposium held every June geared towards horticulturists, home gardeners, plant industry professionals, and all plant nerds & plantaholics alike. Features prominent plant people from all over the world delivering presentations on innovations and introductions in horticulture. Includes plant breeders, plant explorers, designers, researchers, nurseryfolk, and other experts. Features a Rare Plant Auction with plants displayed throughout the event space. Alternates focus biennially between herbaceous plants in even-numbered years and woody plants in odd years. Includes dinner with presentation on day one. Available both in person and online with recordings made available to all registrants. Runs June 4-5, 2026.
Free
Hybrid
Jun 4, 2026
Horticulture
Plant Science
Botany
Agriculture
Plant Breeding
Research
Auction
Symposium
Networking
Plant Innovation
Gardening
Plant Industry
Educational
02-09-2026
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Big Red Summer Academic Camp - Food Systems Camp
Explore food systems from soil to store, including plant and soil science, industry tools, marketing, and supply chains. Experience production systems and sales outlets, culminating in a creative pitch project for innovative food system ideas. June 7-12, 2026. Registration opens February 10, 2026.
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
$625.00 - Early...
$625.00 - Early Tuition: $625, Regular Tuition: $675, Late Tuition: $725
6/7/26
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Jun
7
Big Red Summer Academic Camp - Food Systems Camp
Explore food systems from soil to store, including plant and soil science, industry tools, marketing, and supply chains. Experience production systems and sales outlets, culminating in a creative pitch project for innovative food system ideas. June 7-12, 2026. Registration opens February 10, 2026.
$625.00 - Early...
$625.00 - Early Tuition: $625, Regular Tuition: $675, Late Tuition: $725
In-Person
Jun 7, 2026
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Scents and Sensibility: Exploring Aromatic Plants
Discover the wonderful world of scented plants in this aromatic workshop! Learn about a variety of fragrant herbs, flowers, and shrubs that can enhance your garden and your senses. Explore how these plants produce their unique scents, their use in cooking, healing, and home fragrance, and tips for growing and caring for them successfully. Target audience: Adults and teens ages 10+. Format: Seminar. No refunds for cancellations, reschedules, or missed attendance.
The Garden
$20.00 - General...
$20.00 - General admission $20.00, Member price $15.00
6/12/26
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Jun
12
Scents and Sensibility: Exploring Aromatic Plants
Discover the wonderful world of scented plants in this aromatic workshop! Learn about a variety of fragrant herbs, flowers, and shrubs that can enhance your garden and your senses. Explore how these plants produce their unique scents, their use in cooking, healing, and home fragrance, and tips for growing and caring for them successfully. Target audience: Adults and teens ages 10+. Format: Seminar. No refunds for cancellations, reschedules, or missed attendance.
$20.00 - General...
$20.00 - General admission $20.00, Member price $15.00
In-Person
Jun 12, 2026, 9:30 PM ET
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02-11-2026
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Organic Gardening: Tips and Techniques
Learn to grow your own organic vegetables without chemicals! This class covers planting, cultivating, and harvesting tips for gardeners of all levels. Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes.
Virtual
Free
6/27/26
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Jun
27
Organic Gardening: Tips and Techniques
Learn to grow your own organic vegetables without chemicals! This class covers planting, cultivating, and harvesting tips for gardeners of all levels. Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes.
Free
In-Person
Jun 27, 2026
Sourced:
https://extension.psu.edu/
05-09-2026
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Horticultural Science Summer Institute
A residential, hands-on, pre-college program for high school students (rising 9th-12th) designed to engage youth into career opportunities within horticulture. Students will participate in workshops on breeding vegetables, propagating ornamental shrubs, extending cut flower life, sustainable production and design practices, and plant processes. Includes visits to North Carolina farms, markets, greenhouses and gardens, college-making decisions, leadership development, evening entertainment, team-building activities, and campus residence hall living with dining.
NC State University
$675.00 - Includ...
$675.00 - Includes on-campus lodging in the dorms, all meals, field trips, workshop materials, and entertainment. Scholarships available for underserved youth and participants with financial need, or payment can be made in installments.
7/5/26
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Jul
5
Horticultural Science Summer Institute
A residential, hands-on, pre-college program for high school students (rising 9th-12th) designed to engage youth into career opportunities within horticulture. Students will participate in workshops on breeding vegetables, propagating ornamental shrubs, extending cut flower life, sustainable production and design practices, and plant processes. Includes visits to North Carolina farms, markets, greenhouses and gardens, college-making decisions, leadership development, evening entertainment, team-building activities, and campus residence hall living with dining.
$675.00 - Includ...
$675.00 - Includes on-campus lodging in the dorms, all meals, field trips, workshop materials, and entertainment. Scholarships available for underserved youth and participants with financial need, or payment can be made in installments.
In-Person
Jul 5, 2026
Horticulture
Agriculture
Plant Science
Biology
Summer Camp
Residential Program
Hands-On Learning
Career Exploration
Plant Breeding
Sustainable Agriculture
Genetics
Botany
Leadership Development
College Preparation
STEM Education
Nc State University
01-18-2026
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Design, Build & Grow Landscape & Horticulture Summer Camp
Workshops will explore working in greenhouses, floral design, landscape design, landscape equipment operation, and nature walks. Registration for summer 2026 is full.
Pennsylvania College of Technology
$250.00 - Summer...
$250.00 - Summer camp fee
7/12/26
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Jul
12
Design, Build & Grow Landscape & Horticulture Summer Camp
Workshops will explore working in greenhouses, floral design, landscape design, landscape equipment operation, and nature walks. Registration for summer 2026 is full.
$250.00 - Summer...
$250.00 - Summer camp fee
In-Person
Jul 12, 2026, 9:00 AM ET
Sourced:
https://pct.edu/summer-camps
05-09-2026
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Design, Build & Grow Landscape & Horticulture Summer Camp
Workshops will explore working in greenhouses, floral design, landscape design, landscape equipment operation, and nature walks. Registration for summer 2026 is full.
Penn College
$250.00 - Summer...
$250.00 - Summer camp fee
7/12/26
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Jul
12
Design, Build & Grow Landscape & Horticulture Summer Camp
Workshops will explore working in greenhouses, floral design, landscape design, landscape equipment operation, and nature walks. Registration for summer 2026 is full.
$250.00 - Summer...
$250.00 - Summer camp fee
In-Person
Jul 12, 2026, 8:00 AM ET
Sourced:
https://pct.edu/summer-camps
05-10-2026
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Design, Build & Grow Landscape & Horticulture Summer Camp
Workshops will explore working in greenhouses, floral design, landscape design, landscape equipment operation, and nature walks. Registration for summer 2026 is full.
Pennsylvania College of Technology
$250.00 - Camp f...
$250.00 - Camp fee
7/12/26
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Jul
12
Design, Build & Grow Landscape & Horticulture Summer Camp
Workshops will explore working in greenhouses, floral design, landscape design, landscape equipment operation, and nature walks. Registration for summer 2026 is full.
$250.00 - Camp f...
$250.00 - Camp fee
In-Person
Jul 12, 2026, 12:00 PM ET
Landscape Design
Horticulture
Environmental Science
Plant Science
Greenhouse Technology
Equipment Operation
Summer Camp
Sourced:
https://pct.edu/summer-camps
05-11-2026
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The Cullowhee Native Plant Conference
The Cullowhee Native Plant Conference is a four-day educational event focused on increasing interest in and knowledge of propagating and preserving native southeastern plant species. The conference includes field trips, workshops, plenary sessions, plant and book sales, and networking opportunities. Registration opens April 15, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. The conference features various field trips and workshops covering topics like botanical illustration, native plant propagation, invasive species removal, ethnobotany, and landscape design with native plants.
Western Carolina University
Field trips $89...
Field trips $89 full-day, $55 half-day; Workshops $89 full-day, $45 half-day
7/15/26
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Jul
15
The Cullowhee Native Plant Conference
The Cullowhee Native Plant Conference is a four-day educational event focused on increasing interest in and knowledge of propagating and preserving native southeastern plant species. The conference includes field trips, workshops, plenary sessions, plant and book sales, and networking opportunities. Registration opens April 15, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. The conference features various field trips and workshops covering topics like botanical illustration, native plant propagation, invasive species removal, ethnobotany, and landscape design with native plants.
Field trips $89...
Field trips $89 full-day, $55 half-day; Workshops $89 full-day, $45 half-day
In-Person
Jul 15, 2026, 12:00 PM ET
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Ambler Arboretum: Summer Horticulture Hike
This is a horticulture intensive tour with Arboretum Director Kathy Salisbury and Tyler School of Art faculty.
Temple University Ambler Arboretum
Free
7/17/26
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Jul
17
Ambler Arboretum: Summer Horticulture Hike
This is a horticulture intensive tour with Arboretum Director Kathy Salisbury and Tyler School of Art faculty.
Free
In-Person
Jul 17, 2026, 5:00 PM ET
02-10-2026
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Ambler Arboretum: Summer Horticulture Hike
This is a horticulture intensive tour focusing on plant identification, use and culture. Topics include scientific names, distinctive traits, phenology, seasonal interest, distinguishing look-alike plants and practicing using various resources for identification. Meet at the Bright Hall Circle Flagpole. Duration: 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm (1.5 hours).
Ambler Arboretum of Temple University
Free, but donati...
Free, but donations encouraged
7/17/26
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Jul
17
Ambler Arboretum: Summer Horticulture Hike
This is a horticulture intensive tour focusing on plant identification, use and culture. Topics include scientific names, distinctive traits, phenology, seasonal interest, distinguishing look-alike plants and practicing using various resources for identification. Meet at the Bright Hall Circle Flagpole. Duration: 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm (1.5 hours).
Free, but donati...
Free, but donations encouraged
In-Person
Jul 17, 2026, 5:00 PM ET
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Science Series: Training Flowers to be Trees
From lantana to poinsettia to Clerodendrum and more, Longwood's experts transform flowers and vines into stunning tree forms--known as standards--through years of meticulous care. These iconic plants are more than artistic displays--they're living examples of scientific precision and horticultural skill. Join Longwood Floriculture Manager Kevin Murphy to uncover the science behind the training, the species that make these designs possible, the design techniques that add height, and the teamwork that brings each display to life. Explore how research, patience, and creativity combine to turn horticultural science into breathtaking beauty.
Conservatory Ballroom
Free
7/26/26
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Jul
26
Science Series: Training Flowers to be Trees
From lantana to poinsettia to Clerodendrum and more, Longwood's experts transform flowers and vines into stunning tree forms--known as standards--through years of meticulous care. These iconic plants are more than artistic displays--they're living examples of scientific precision and horticultural skill. Join Longwood Floriculture Manager Kevin Murphy to uncover the science behind the training, the species that make these designs possible, the design techniques that add height, and the teamwork that brings each display to life. Explore how research, patience, and creativity combine to turn horticultural science into breathtaking beauty.
Free
In-Person
Jul 26, 2026, 5:00 PM ET
Floriculture
Plant Training
Horticulture
Plant Standards
Plant Propagation
Botanical Science
Plant Cultivation
Horticultural Techniques
02-11-2026
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Training Flowers to be Trees
From lantana to poinsettia to Clerodendrum and more, Longwood's experts transform flowers and vines into stunning tree forms--known as standards--through years of meticulous care. These iconic plants are more than artistic displays--they're living examples of scientific precision and horticultural skill. Join Longwood Floriculture Manager Kevin Murphy to uncover the science behind the training, the species that make these designs possible, the design techniques that add height, and the teamwork that brings each display to life. Explore how research, patience, and creativity combine to turn horticultural science into breathtaking beauty.
Conservatory Ballroom, Longwood Gardens
Free
7/26/26
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Jul
26
Training Flowers to be Trees
From lantana to poinsettia to Clerodendrum and more, Longwood's experts transform flowers and vines into stunning tree forms--known as standards--through years of meticulous care. These iconic plants are more than artistic displays--they're living examples of scientific precision and horticultural skill. Join Longwood Floriculture Manager Kevin Murphy to uncover the science behind the training, the species that make these designs possible, the design techniques that add height, and the teamwork that brings each display to life. Explore how research, patience, and creativity combine to turn horticultural science into breathtaking beauty.
Free
In-Person
Jul 26, 2026, 5:00 PM ET
Horticulture
Plant Training
Floriculture
Botanical Techniques
Plant Science
Topiary
Plant Cultivation
02-11-2026
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Training Flowers to be Trees
From lantana to poinsettia to Clerodendrum and more, Longwood's experts transform flowers and vines into stunning tree forms--known as standards--through years of meticulous care.
Longwood Gardens
Free
7/26/26
URL Copied Successfully
Jul
26
Training Flowers to be Trees
From lantana to poinsettia to Clerodendrum and more, Longwood's experts transform flowers and vines into stunning tree forms--known as standards--through years of meticulous care.
Free
In-Person
Jul 26, 2026, 6:00 PM ET
Sourced:
https://longwoodgardens.org/
05-09-2026
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Training Flowers to be Trees
From lantana to poinsettia to Clerodendrum and more, Longwood's experts transform flowers and vines into stunning tree forms--known as standards--through years of meticulous care.
Longwood Gardens
Free
7/26/26
URL Copied Successfully
Jul
26
Training Flowers to be Trees
From lantana to poinsettia to Clerodendrum and more, Longwood's experts transform flowers and vines into stunning tree forms--known as standards--through years of meticulous care.
Free
In-Person
Jul 26, 2026, 5:00 PM ET
Horticulture
Plant Biology
Botany
Plant Training
Gardening Techniques
Plant Care
Agricultural Science
Sourced:
https://longwoodgardens.org/
05-09-2026
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2026 Swain County Agricultural Fair
A County Fair-style festival featuring judging of vegetables, eggs, and flowers; agricultural demonstrations; craft vendors; food vendors; live music; livestock shows; youth activities; and competitions including Battle of the Bands. The fair runs Friday 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM with livestock shows, food trucks, craft vendors and Battle of the Bands, and Saturday 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM with music headliner and all fair activities. Applications for educational booths, craft vendor booths, and food trucks are due August 7, 2026.
Great Smoky Mountains Event Park
$10.00 - Per veh...
$10.00 - Per vehicle admission
8/21/26
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Aug
21
2026 Swain County Agricultural Fair
A County Fair-style festival featuring judging of vegetables, eggs, and flowers; agricultural demonstrations; craft vendors; food vendors; live music; livestock shows; youth activities; and competitions including Battle of the Bands. The fair runs Friday 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM with livestock shows, food trucks, craft vendors and Battle of the Bands, and Saturday 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM with music headliner and all fair activities. Applications for educational booths, craft vendor booths, and food trucks are due August 7, 2026.
$10.00 - Per veh...
$10.00 - Per vehicle admission
In-Person
Aug 21, 2026, 7:00 PM ET
Agriculture
Farming
Livestock
4-H
Youth Development
Food Science
Horticulture
Gardening
Fair
Competition
Educational
Demonstrations
01-18-2026
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Ambler Arboretum: Summer Director's Walk
During these outdoor explorations we will discuss ongoing projects, history of the campus and current research initiatives.
Temple University Ambler Arboretum
Free
8/21/26
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Aug
21
Ambler Arboretum: Summer Director's Walk
During these outdoor explorations we will discuss ongoing projects, history of the campus and current research initiatives.
Free
In-Person
Aug 21, 2026, 5:00 PM ET
02-10-2026
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Ambler Arboretum: Summer Director's Walk
During these outdoor explorations we will discuss ongoing projects, history of the campus and gardens and upcoming events while we explore the gardens seeing what is in bloom or interesting at the time. We may focus on a theme, such as pollinators or fragrance and talk about the gardens in general. Meet at the Bright Hall Circle Flagpole. Register online. Donations to the Arboretum can be made at: https://ambler.temple.edu/arboretum/giving-ambler-arboretum
Ambler Arboretum of Temple University
Free, but donati...
Free, but donations to the Arboretum are encouraged
8/21/26
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Aug
21
Ambler Arboretum: Summer Director's Walk
During these outdoor explorations we will discuss ongoing projects, history of the campus and gardens and upcoming events while we explore the gardens seeing what is in bloom or interesting at the time. We may focus on a theme, such as pollinators or fragrance and talk about the gardens in general. Meet at the Bright Hall Circle Flagpole. Register online. Donations to the Arboretum can be made at: https://ambler.temple.edu/arboretum/giving-ambler-arboretum
Free, but donati...
Free, but donations to the Arboretum are encouraged
In-Person
Aug 21, 2026, 5:00 PM ET
Environmental Science
Botany
Horticulture
Nature Walk
Outdoor Education
Plant Science
Ecology
Biodiversity
Pollinators
Garden Tour
02-12-2026
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Ambler Arboretum: Summer Horticulture Hike
This is a horticulture intensive tour with Arboretum Director Kathy Salisbury and Tyler School of Art faculty.
Temple University Ambler Arboretum
Free
9/19/26
URL Copied Successfully
Sep
19
Ambler Arboretum: Summer Horticulture Hike
This is a horticulture intensive tour with Arboretum Director Kathy Salisbury and Tyler School of Art faculty.
Free
In-Person
Sep 19, 2026, 5:00 PM ET
02-10-2026
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Elk Grove Giant Pumpkin Festival
Every October, Elk Grove Park is transformed into the ultimate autumn celebration, attracting pumpkin enthusiasts from far and wide. Since 1994, the festival has been a beacon for giant pumpkin growers competing for glory. Features carnival rides, entertainment, crafts, food trucks, pumpkin sales, and the unique Pumpkin Regatta where massive pumpkins are turned into canoes for racing across the lake. Various contests available with cash prizes including art, pumpkin recipes, cupcake baking, and scarecrow creation. Free bike valet available.
Elk Grove Park
Free admission,...
Free admission, $20 parking
10/3/26
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Oct
3
Elk Grove Giant Pumpkin Festival
Every October, Elk Grove Park is transformed into the ultimate autumn celebration, attracting pumpkin enthusiasts from far and wide. Since 1994, the festival has been a beacon for giant pumpkin growers competing for glory. Features carnival rides, entertainment, crafts, food trucks, pumpkin sales, and the unique Pumpkin Regatta where massive pumpkins are turned into canoes for racing across the lake. Various contests available with cash prizes including art, pumpkin recipes, cupcake baking, and scarecrow creation. Free bike valet available.
Free admission,...
Free admission, $20 parking
In-Person
Oct 3, 2026, 8:00 PM ET
Pumpkin
Agriculture
Competition
Science
Horticulture
Giant Pumpkin Growing
STEM Education
Engineering
Pumpkin Regatta
Contest
Family Friendly
02-08-2026
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Ambler Arboretum: Fall Director's Walk
During these outdoor explorations we will discuss ongoing projects, history of the campus and current research initiatives.
Temple University Ambler Arboretum
Free
10/16/26
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Oct
16
Ambler Arboretum: Fall Director's Walk
During these outdoor explorations we will discuss ongoing projects, history of the campus and current research initiatives.
Free
In-Person
Oct 16, 2026, 5:00 PM ET
02-10-2026
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Ambler Arboretum: Fall Director's Walk
During these outdoor explorations we will discuss ongoing projects, history of the campus and gardens and upcoming events while we explore the gardens seeing what is in bloom or interesting at the time. We may focus on a theme, such as pollinators or fragrance and talk about the gardens in general. Meet at the Bright Hall Circle Flagpole.
Ambler Arboretum of Temple University
Free, but donati...
Free, but donations encouraged
10/16/26
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Oct
16
Ambler Arboretum: Fall Director's Walk
During these outdoor explorations we will discuss ongoing projects, history of the campus and gardens and upcoming events while we explore the gardens seeing what is in bloom or interesting at the time. We may focus on a theme, such as pollinators or fragrance and talk about the gardens in general. Meet at the Bright Hall Circle Flagpole.
Free, but donati...
Free, but donations encouraged
In-Person
Oct 16, 2026, 5:00 PM ET
Botany
Environmental Science
Horticulture
Nature
Outdoor Education
Campus Tour
Plant Science
Ecology
Garden
Arboretum
02-12-2026
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Davis Islands Garden Club Scholarship in Memory of Dottie Womble
The Davis Islands Garden Club Scholarship is awarded to graduating high school seniors from Hillsborough County in Florida, planning to study a natural science subject. Special consideration is given to students who have attended one or both camps sponsored by the Florida Federation of Garden Clubs: Camp Wekiva for younger children and/or SEEK (Save the Earth's Environment Through Knowledge) for teens. Minimum GPA requirement: 2.8. Application materials required: Essay and Letter of recommendation.
Hillsborough Education Foundation
Free to apply
1/31/27
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Jan
31
Davis Islands Garden Club Scholarship in Memory of Dottie Womble
The Davis Islands Garden Club Scholarship is awarded to graduating high school seniors from Hillsborough County in Florida, planning to study a natural science subject. Special consideration is given to students who have attended one or both camps sponsored by the Florida Federation of Garden Clubs: Camp Wekiva for younger children and/or SEEK (Save the Earth's Environment Through Knowledge) for teens. Minimum GPA requirement: 2.8. Application materials required: Essay and Letter of recommendation.
Free to apply
Virtual
Jan 31, 2027, 11:59 PM ET
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