Fall 2025 Workshops
December
Gardening For a Lifetime
Saturday, December 13, 11am–12:30pm
Pat’s Barn, 30 people
Gardens and gardeners grow and change over time. And though the garden beckons as strongly as ever, tasks such as pulling weeds, pushing wheelbarrows, digging holes, pruning, hauling, and moving heavy objects become increasingly difficult as we get older. But the idea of giving up our passion is unthinkable for most gardeners. To stay healthy and active in the garden, we offer practical advice that will help transform daunting chores into sustainable activities. We will share ideas about plants, labor saving techniques, and tools. Because cultivating good body balance and maintaining strength are important so we can continue to garden, this workshop includes a demonstration of easy yoga positions for gardeners.
Register for Gardening for a Lifetime
What's Next
Talks and workshops are free, and have a participant limit.
Registration is required and will be available closer to the talk or workshop.
Spring Workshops
Our spring series will begin again in late winter, and will feature new workshops and old favorites. Be sure to check back in January.
Seasonal Garden Series
Presented by the UC Master Gardeners of Butte County Living Lab Team.
Location: Chapman Park Teaching Garden
775 E 16th Street, Chico
Talks will focus on:
- Critical garden jobs to tackle each season
- Seasonal garden tips
- Monthly garden tips and planting schedules will be available, as well as other resources.
Save the Dates
Winter Talk: February 7, 2026
Spring Talk: April 11, 2026
Summer Talk: June 6, 2026
About the Workshops
Registration
- Workshops are free—registration is required for all workshops.
- Participation is limited. Limit is indicated for each workshop.
- Registration is on a first come, first served basis.
- Heavy rain cancels outdoor workshops (unless noted); canceled workshops will be rescheduled.
Workshop Locations
- Bradley 2 at The Social 1400 W. 3rd St., Chico
- Chapman Park Community Teaching Garden, 775 E 16th Street, Chico
- Demonstration Garden: Patrick Ranch, 10381 Midway, between Chico and Durham
- Dorothy F. Johnson Center, 775 E 16th Street, Chico
- Pat’s Barn, Patrick Ranch, 10381 Midway, between Chico and Durham
- Terry Ashe Recreation Center, 6626 Skyway, Paradise
Questions? Need to cancel? Want to get on a Workshop Waiting List?
Please email us at anrmgbutte@ucanr.edu. Be sure to include your phone number in case we need to contact you.
Give a Gift to the UC Master Gardeners of Butte County
Gifts help support our workshops, the Demonstration Garden at Patrick Ranch, and Master Gardener community outreach projects in Butte County. Thank you! Your support is greatly appreciated!