Classes

Growing Superior Shrub Roses: June 27

Shrub roses are not only beautiful choices for borders and hedges, but are also hardy and fragrant additions to many types of landscapes. Joan Franson, original designer of The Hudson Gardens’ Rose Garden and former President of the Denver...

Nature Discovery Day: Insect Investigation: June 29

Shake a tree, turn over a leaf, look under a rock, and gaze up into the sky – insects are everywhere! During this program we will get a close look at some of the tiniest animal residents of Hudson Gardens! We will learn fascinating facts...

Walk Our Water Gardens: July 9

Journey to the Amazon to see the three-foot diameter Victoria Water Lily, to Hawaii to experience a colorful variety of tropical lilies, and to Asia for a view of the four-foot tall Lotus! Or, do all three by joining us for a tour of The Hudson...

July Bird Walk: July 13

Each month we team with a Master Birder from the Front Range Birding Company to discover the rich bird habitats of the Gardens, focusing on the various species that visit during that particular season. You’ll come away with a better...

Landscaping for Wildlife: Attracting Hummingbirds: July 15

Known for their flashing beauty and dazzling flight abilities, hummingbirds are a welcome addition to anyone’s garden! Join Tina Jones, botanist and Master Birder with the Audubon Society of Greater Denver, for this two-session class that...

What’s Bugging Your Rose Garden: July 18

We enjoy roses for their fragrance, beauty, and long bloom season. But what happens if they come down with a case of powdery mildew or an insect that likes to munch on their foliage or buds? Peggy Williams, American Rose Society Consulting...

Raptors of the Rockies: July 20

Join us for this interactive demonstration concentrating on the birds of prey found in the Rocky Mountain region! Wild Wings Environmental Education will lead this engaging presentation on the tools and adaptations that different raptors use to...

Nature Discovery Day: Growing a Garden: July 27

Discover how plants grow and how fun it can be to start and care for your own garden! Join a naturalist as we discover beautiful roses, tasty vegetables, pond lilies and what grows inside a greenhouse on this exploration of Hudson Gardens. Kids...

Just Canning: The Basics: August 6

Learn all about the how and why of canning food at home. The workshop focuses on canning safety, types of equipment, and proper canning methods for both boiling water baths and pressure canners. Led by Sheila Gains, an expert on food safety and...

August Bird Walk: August 10

Honey Harvest & Products of the Hive: August 14

Learn all of the “ins” and “outs” of moving honey from the hive to the honey jar. This course will explore the various honeycomb setups and the common techniques and tools used for extracting, bottling, and storing honey.

Nature Discovery Day: The Buzz about Bees: August 31

Join us as we learn how important bees and other pollinators are to humans and plants. During this program we will investigate the colorful flowers growing at Hudson Gardens for signs of pollination. We will then make our way to the Vegetable...

Overwintering Honeybee Hives: September 11

Learn what happens to honeybees during their “dormant” winter months and what you can do to carry your hives successfully into the next season.

September Bird Walk: September 14

Herbs Throughout the Ages: September 17

Herbs have played a rich role in people's lives throughout the ages, appearing in the Bible and even in Shakespeare’s plays. Join Donna Shelley, long-time member of the Herb Society of America, as she guides you through the history of...

Nature Discovery Day: Super Seeds: September 28

Discover how super seeds can be! Join us on a hike through Hudson Gardens as we discover the many different shapes and sizes of plant seeds. As we uncover each new type of seed we will learn about how seeds find their new homes and what kind of...

October Bird Walk: October 12

Nature Discovery Day: Changing Seasons: October 26

The seasons are changing! Join us as we explore Hudson Gardens to find signs of plants and animals that are getting ready for the winter. We will learn all about why some leaves turn colors and drop in the fall, why frogs don’t freeze in...

Nature Discovery Day: Snow Birds: November 23

Not all birds fly south for the winter! Join us on a hike of Hudson Gardens and our winter bird feeders as we search for the birds that call Colorado ‘home’ all year ‘round. We will then escape indoors to drink hot cocoa and to...

Queen Bee Package

Includes all beekeeping classes, including the Pollination and Beyond , The Beekeeper’s Calendar , Beekeeping Basics, Honeybee Hive Management Systems , Honeybee Pests and Diseases , Hive startup: Installing Package Bees and Nucleus Hives ,...

Worker Bee Package

Includes all fundamental beekeeping classes, including the Beekeeping Basics, Honeybee Hive Management Systems , Honeybee Pests and Diseases , and Honeybee Hive Inspection courses. Registration: $65/member, $72/nonmember.