{"id":14624,"date":"2026-07-15T08:32:52","date_gmt":"2026-07-15T14:32:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dug.org\/?page_id=14624"},"modified":"2026-07-15T08:32:52","modified_gmt":"2026-07-15T14:32:52","slug":"programa-de-formacion-en-jardines-terapeuticos","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/dug.org\/es\/educacion-y-compromiso\/programa-de-formacion-en-jardines-terapeuticos\/","title":{"rendered":"Programa de Formaci\u00f3n en Jardines Terap\u00e9uticos"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=\u00bbfull_width_background\u00bb full_screen_row_position=\u00bbmiddle\u00bb column_margin=\u00bbdefault\u00bb column_direction=\u00bbdefault\u00bb column_direction_tablet=\u00bbdefault\u00bb column_direction_phone=\u00bbdefault\u00bb bg_image=\u00bb9584″ bg_image_type=\u00bbdefault\u00bb bg_position=\u00bbcenter center\u00bb background_image_loading=\u00bbdefault\u00bb bg_repeat=\u00bbno-repeat\u00bb scene_position=\u00bbcenter\u00bb top_padding=\u00bb10%\u00bb bottom_padding=\u00bb4%\u00bb text_color=\u00bbdark\u00bb text_align=\u00bbleft\u00bb row_border_radius=\u00bbnone\u00bb row_border_radius_applies=\u00bbbg\u00bb row_position_desktop=\u00bbdefault\u00bb row_position_tablet=\u00bbinherit\u00bb row_position_phone=\u00bbinherit\u00bb overflow=\u00bbvisible\u00bb enable_gradient=\u00bbtrue\u00bb color_overlay=\u00bb#000000″ color_overlay_2=\u00bbrgba(0,0,0,0.15)\u00bb overlay_strength=\u00bb0.8″ gradient_direction=\u00bbleft_to_right\u00bb shape_divider_position=\u00bbbottom\u00bb bg_image_animation=\u00bbnone\u00bb parallax_bg=\u00bbtrue\u00bb parallax_bg_speed=\u00bbfast\u00bb gradient_type=\u00bbdefault\u00bb shape_type=\u00bb\u00bb][vc_column column_padding=\u00bbno-extra-padding\u00bb column_padding_tablet=\u00bbinherit\u00bb column_padding_phone=\u00bbinherit\u00bb column_padding_position=\u00bball\u00bb flex_gap_desktop=\u00bb10px\u00bb column_element_direction_desktop=\u00bbdefault\u00bb column_element_spacing=\u00bbdefault\u00bb desktop_text_alignment=\u00bbdefault\u00bb tablet_text_alignment=\u00bbdefault\u00bb phone_text_alignment=\u00bbdefault\u00bb background_color_opacity=\u00bb1″ background_hover_color_opacity=\u00bb1″ column_backdrop_filter=\u00bbnone\u00bb column_shadow=\u00bbnone\u00bb column_border_radius=\u00bbnone\u00bb column_link_target=\u00bb_self\u00bb column_position=\u00bbdefault\u00bb gradient_direction=\u00bbleft_to_right\u00bb overlay_strength=\u00bb0.3″ width=\u00bb1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=\u00bbdefault\u00bb animation_type=\u00bbdefault\u00bb bg_image_animation=\u00bbnone\u00bb border_type=\u00bbsimple\u00bb column_border_width=\u00bbnone\u00bb column_border_style=\u00bbsolid\u00bb][vc_row_inner column_margin=\u00bbdefault\u00bb column_direction=\u00bbdefault\u00bb column_direction_tablet=\u00bbdefault\u00bb column_direction_phone=\u00bbdefault\u00bb text_align=\u00bbleft\u00bb row_position=\u00bbdefault\u00bb row_position_tablet=\u00bbinherit\u00bb row_position_phone=\u00bbinherit\u00bb overflow=\u00bbvisible\u00bb pointer_events=\u00bball\u00bb][vc_column_inner column_padding=\u00bbno-extra-padding\u00bb column_padding_tablet=\u00bbinherit\u00bb column_padding_phone=\u00bbinherit\u00bb column_padding_position=\u00bball\u00bb flex_gap_desktop=\u00bb10px\u00bb column_element_direction_desktop=\u00bbdefault\u00bb column_element_spacing=\u00bbdefault\u00bb desktop_text_alignment=\u00bbdefault\u00bb tablet_text_alignment=\u00bbdefault\u00bb phone_text_alignment=\u00bbdefault\u00bb background_color_opacity=\u00bb1″ background_hover_color_opacity=\u00bb1″ column_backdrop_filter=\u00bbnone\u00bb column_shadow=\u00bbnone\u00bb column_border_radius=\u00bbnone\u00bb column_link_target=\u00bb_self\u00bb overflow=\u00bbvisible\u00bb gradient_direction=\u00bbleft_to_right\u00bb overlay_strength=\u00bb0.3″ width=\u00bb1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=\u00bbdefault\u00bb animation_type=\u00bbdefault\u00bb bg_image_animation=\u00bbnone\u00bb border_type=\u00bbsimple\u00bb column_border_width=\u00bbnone\u00bb column_border_style=\u00bbsolid\u00bb column_padding_type=\u00bbdefault\u00bb gradient_type=\u00bbdefault\u00bb][nectar_highlighted_text text_color=\u00bb#ffffff\u00bb scribble_color=\u00bb#d1eb2f\u00bb style=\u00bbscribble\u00bb scribble_shape=\u00bbsquiggle-underline\u00bb scribble_thickness=\u00bbthin\u00bb scribble_speed=\u00bb1.3s\u00bb scribble_easing=\u00bbease_in_out\u00bb text_direction=\u00bbdefault\u00bb]\n

Therapeutic Gardens<\/em> Training Program<\/h1>\n[\/nectar_highlighted_text][nectar_highlighted_text text_color=\u00bb#ffffff\u00bb scribble_color=\u00bb#d1eb2f\u00bb style=\u00bbscribble\u00bb scribble_thickness=\u00bbthin\u00bb scribble_speed=\u00bb1.3s\u00bb scribble_easing=\u00bbease_in_out\u00bb text_direction=\u00bbdefault\u00bb]Applications for the 2026 program are closed.<\/em>[\/nectar_highlighted_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][nectar_btn size=\u00bblarge\u00bb button_style=\u00bbsee-through-2″ color_override=\u00bb#FFFFFF\u00bb hover_text_color_override=\u00bb#ffffff\u00bb icon_family=\u00bbdefault_arrow\u00bb text=\u00bbDUG LEADERSHIP PROGRAMS\u00bb margin_top=\u00bb30″ margin_left=\u00bb4%\u00bb margin_right=\u00bb10%\u00bb url=\u00bbhttps:\/\/dug.org\/es\/educacion-y-compromiso\/iniciativas\/\u00bb][nectar_btn size=\u00bblarge\u00bb button_style=\u00bbsee-through-2″ color_override=\u00bb#FFFFFF\u00bb hover_text_color_override=\u00bb#ffffff\u00bb icon_family=\u00bbdefault_arrow\u00bb text=\u00bbABOUT THERAPEUTIC GARDENS\u00bb margin_top=\u00bb30″ margin_left=\u00bb4%\u00bb margin_right=\u00bb10%\u00bb url=\u00bbhttps:\/\/dug.org\/es\/huertos-y-bosques-alimentarios\/iniciativas\/iniciativa-del-huerto-terapeutico\/\u00bb][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=\u00bbin_container\u00bb full_screen_row_position=\u00bbmiddle\u00bb column_margin=\u00bb50px\u00bb column_direction=\u00bbdefault\u00bb column_direction_tablet=\u00bbdefault\u00bb column_direction_phone=\u00bbdefault\u00bb scene_position=\u00bbcenter\u00bb top_padding=\u00bb5%\u00bb constrain_group_1=\u00bbyes\u00bb bottom_padding=\u00bb5%\u00bb top_padding_tablet=\u00bb10%\u00bb constrain_group_3=\u00bbyes\u00bb bottom_padding_tablet=\u00bb10%\u00bb top_padding_phone=\u00bb15%\u00bb constrain_group_5=\u00bbyes\u00bb bottom_padding_phone=\u00bb15%\u00bb text_color=\u00bbdark\u00bb text_align=\u00bbleft\u00bb row_border_radius=\u00bbnone\u00bb row_border_radius_applies=\u00bbbg\u00bb row_position_desktop=\u00bbdefault\u00bb row_position_tablet=\u00bbinherit\u00bb row_position_phone=\u00bbinherit\u00bb overflow=\u00bbvisible\u00bb overlay_strength=\u00bb0.3″ gradient_direction=\u00bbleft_to_right\u00bb shape_divider_position=\u00bbbottom\u00bb bg_image_animation=\u00bbnone\u00bb gradient_type=\u00bbdefault\u00bb shape_type=\u00bb\u00bb][vc_column column_padding=\u00bbno-extra-padding\u00bb column_padding_tablet=\u00bbinherit\u00bb column_padding_phone=\u00bbinherit\u00bb column_padding_position=\u00bball\u00bb flex_gap_desktop=\u00bb10px\u00bb column_element_direction_desktop=\u00bbdefault\u00bb column_element_spacing=\u00bbdefault\u00bb desktop_text_alignment=\u00bbdefault\u00bb tablet_text_alignment=\u00bbdefault\u00bb phone_text_alignment=\u00bbdefault\u00bb background_color_opacity=\u00bb1″ background_hover_color_opacity=\u00bb1″ column_backdrop_filter=\u00bbnone\u00bb column_shadow=\u00bbnone\u00bb column_border_radius=\u00bbnone\u00bb column_link_target=\u00bb_self\u00bb column_position=\u00bbdefault\u00bb gradient_direction=\u00bbleft_to_right\u00bb overlay_strength=\u00bb0.3″ width=\u00bb1\/3″ tablet_width_inherit=\u00bbdefault\u00bb animation_type=\u00bbdefault\u00bb bg_image_animation=\u00bbnone\u00bb border_type=\u00bbsimple\u00bb column_border_width=\u00bbnone\u00bb column_border_style=\u00bbsolid\u00bb][vc_column_text css=\u00bb\u00bb text_direction=\u00bbdefault\u00bb]\n

Overview<\/h4>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=\u00bbno-extra-padding\u00bb column_padding_tablet=\u00bbinherit\u00bb column_padding_phone=\u00bbinherit\u00bb column_padding_position=\u00bball\u00bb flex_gap_desktop=\u00bb10px\u00bb column_element_direction_desktop=\u00bbdefault\u00bb column_element_spacing=\u00bbdefault\u00bb desktop_text_alignment=\u00bbdefault\u00bb tablet_text_alignment=\u00bbdefault\u00bb phone_text_alignment=\u00bbdefault\u00bb background_color_opacity=\u00bb1″ background_hover_color_opacity=\u00bb1″ column_backdrop_filter=\u00bbnone\u00bb column_shadow=\u00bbnone\u00bb column_border_radius=\u00bbnone\u00bb column_link_target=\u00bb_self\u00bb column_position=\u00bbdefault\u00bb gradient_direction=\u00bbleft_to_right\u00bb overlay_strength=\u00bb0.3″ width=\u00bb2\/3″ tablet_width_inherit=\u00bbdefault\u00bb animation_type=\u00bbdefault\u00bb bg_image_animation=\u00bbnone\u00bb border_type=\u00bbsimple\u00bb column_border_width=\u00bbnone\u00bb column_border_style=\u00bbsolid\u00bb][vc_column_text css=\u00bb\u00bb text_direction=\u00bbdefault\u00bb]DUG\u2019s Therapeutic Gardens Training Program is a nine-month professional development course designed to advance the understanding and application of therapeutic horticulture in educational and community settings.<\/span><\/p>\n

Through a combination of classroom instruction and applied, hands-on experience, participants learn to design, facilitate, and maintain outdoor spaces that support mental, physical, and emotional well-being.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Grounded in evidence-based research and informed by community practice, the program provides educators, counselors, and wellness practitioners with practical strategies to integrate therapeutic garden experiences into their work, promoting mindfulness, resilience, and inclusion across diverse populations.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=\u00bbfull_width_content\u00bb full_screen_row_position=\u00bbmiddle\u00bb column_margin=\u00bbdefault\u00bb column_direction=\u00bbdefault\u00bb column_direction_tablet=\u00bbdefault\u00bb column_direction_phone=\u00bbdefault\u00bb scene_position=\u00bbcenter\u00bb text_color=\u00bbdark\u00bb text_align=\u00bbleft\u00bb row_border_radius=\u00bbnone\u00bb row_border_radius_applies=\u00bbbg\u00bb row_position_desktop=\u00bbdefault\u00bb row_position_tablet=\u00bbinherit\u00bb row_position_phone=\u00bbinherit\u00bb overflow=\u00bbvisible\u00bb overlay_strength=\u00bb0.3″ gradient_direction=\u00bbleft_to_right\u00bb 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Who Should Enroll<\/h3>\n

Educators & School Staff<\/b>
\n<\/b>Teachers, counselors, and administrators interested in bringing outdoor learning to life. Learn how to create sensory-rich spaces that support social-emotional learning, mindfulness, and belonging within your school community.<\/span><\/p>\n

Wellness Practitioners<\/b>
\n<\/b>Therapists, social workers, and healthcare professionals who want to integrate garden-based activities into wellness programs for youth and adults. Explore how nature can be used as a tool for healing, connection, and growth across diverse populations.<\/span><\/p>\n

Change Makers<\/b>
\n<\/b>Community leaders, gardeners, and advocates passionate about creating healthier, more connected neighborhoods. This training provides the knowledge, practical experience, and leadership skills to use gardens as powerful catalysts for community well-being and social resilience.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=\u00bbNo Line\u00bb][vc_column_text css=\u00bb\u00bb text_direction=\u00bbdefault\u00bb]\n

What You’ll Learn<\/h3>\n

By the end of the training, participants will:<\/span><\/p>\n

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  • Understand how time in nature supports emotional, physical, and social well-being.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Learn to design garden spaces that invite all people to feel welcome, calm, and connected.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Practice leading simple mindfulness, movement, and sensory-based activities in the garden.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Discover ways to adapt garden experiences for people of all ages and abilities.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Explore how to weave garden-based learning into classrooms, therapy programs, and community gatherings.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Reflect on impact and growth through shared observation and storytelling.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=\u00bbfull_width_background\u00bb full_screen_row_position=\u00bbmiddle\u00bb column_margin=\u00bbdefault\u00bb column_direction=\u00bbdefault\u00bb column_direction_tablet=\u00bbdefault\u00bb column_direction_phone=\u00bbdefault\u00bb bg_color=\u00bb#FFFFFF\u00bb scene_position=\u00bbcenter\u00bb top_padding=\u00bb3%\u00bb constrain_group_1=\u00bbyes\u00bb bottom_padding=\u00bb3%\u00bb top_padding_tablet=\u00bb6%\u00bb constrain_group_3=\u00bbyes\u00bb bottom_padding_tablet=\u00bb6%\u00bb top_padding_phone=\u00bb9%\u00bb constrain_group_5=\u00bbyes\u00bb bottom_padding_phone=\u00bb9%\u00bb text_color=\u00bbcustom\u00bb custom_text_color=\u00bb#157FA0″ text_align=\u00bbleft\u00bb row_border_radius=\u00bbnone\u00bb row_border_radius_applies=\u00bbbg\u00bb row_position_desktop=\u00bbdefault\u00bb row_position_tablet=\u00bbinherit\u00bb row_position_phone=\u00bbinherit\u00bb overflow=\u00bbvisible\u00bb overlay_strength=\u00bb0.3″ gradient_direction=\u00bbleft_to_right\u00bb shape_divider_position=\u00bbbottom\u00bb bg_image_animation=\u00bbnone\u00bb gradient_type=\u00bbdefault\u00bb shape_type=\u00bb\u00bb][vc_column column_padding=\u00bbno-extra-padding\u00bb column_padding_tablet=\u00bbinherit\u00bb column_padding_phone=\u00bbinherit\u00bb column_padding_position=\u00bball\u00bb flex_gap_desktop=\u00bb10px\u00bb column_element_direction_desktop=\u00bbdefault\u00bb column_element_spacing=\u00bbdefault\u00bb centered_text=\u00bbtrue\u00bb desktop_text_alignment=\u00bbdefault\u00bb tablet_text_alignment=\u00bbdefault\u00bb phone_text_alignment=\u00bbdefault\u00bb background_color_opacity=\u00bb1″ background_hover_color_opacity=\u00bb1″ column_backdrop_filter=\u00bbnone\u00bb column_shadow=\u00bbnone\u00bb column_border_radius=\u00bbnone\u00bb column_link_target=\u00bb_self\u00bb column_position=\u00bbdefault\u00bb gradient_direction=\u00bbleft_to_right\u00bb overlay_strength=\u00bb0.3″ width=\u00bb1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=\u00bbdefault\u00bb animation_type=\u00bbdefault\u00bb bg_image_animation=\u00bbnone\u00bb border_type=\u00bbsimple\u00bb column_border_width=\u00bbnone\u00bb column_border_style=\u00bbsolid\u00bb column_padding_type=\u00bbdefault\u00bb gradient_type=\u00bbdefault\u00bb][nectar_single_testimonial testimonial_style=\u00bbbold\u00bb color=\u00bbDefault\u00bb quote=\u00bbHe visto c\u00f3mo este enfoque de jardiner\u00eda terap\u00e9utica est\u00e1 impactando positivamente en el bienestar mental y f\u00edsico de los ni\u00f1os de nuestra comunidad.\u00bb name=\u00bbGarden Manager at Tennyson Center for Children\u00bb][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=\u00bbfull_width_background\u00bb full_screen_row_position=\u00bbmiddle\u00bb column_margin=\u00bbdefault\u00bb column_direction=\u00bbdefault\u00bb column_direction_tablet=\u00bbdefault\u00bb column_direction_phone=\u00bbdefault\u00bb bg_color=\u00bb#F0F0F0″ scene_position=\u00bbcenter\u00bb top_padding=\u00bb5%\u00bb constrain_group_1=\u00bbyes\u00bb bottom_padding=\u00bb5%\u00bb text_color=\u00bbdark\u00bb text_align=\u00bbleft\u00bb row_border_radius=\u00bbnone\u00bb row_border_radius_applies=\u00bbbg\u00bb row_position_desktop=\u00bbdefault\u00bb row_position_tablet=\u00bbinherit\u00bb row_position_phone=\u00bbinherit\u00bb overflow=\u00bbvisible\u00bb overlay_strength=\u00bb0.3″ gradient_direction=\u00bbleft_to_right\u00bb shape_divider_position=\u00bbbottom\u00bb bg_image_animation=\u00bbnone\u00bb gradient_type=\u00bbdefault\u00bb shape_type=\u00bb\u00bb][vc_column column_padding=\u00bbno-extra-padding\u00bb column_padding_tablet=\u00bbinherit\u00bb column_padding_phone=\u00bbinherit\u00bb column_padding_position=\u00bball\u00bb flex_gap_desktop=\u00bb10px\u00bb column_element_direction_desktop=\u00bbdefault\u00bb column_element_spacing=\u00bbdefault\u00bb desktop_text_alignment=\u00bbdefault\u00bb tablet_text_alignment=\u00bbdefault\u00bb phone_text_alignment=\u00bbdefault\u00bb background_color_opacity=\u00bb1″ background_hover_color_opacity=\u00bb1″ column_backdrop_filter=\u00bbnone\u00bb column_shadow=\u00bbnone\u00bb column_border_radius=\u00bbnone\u00bb column_link_target=\u00bb_self\u00bb column_position=\u00bbdefault\u00bb gradient_direction=\u00bbleft_to_right\u00bb overlay_strength=\u00bb0.3″ width=\u00bb1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=\u00bbdefault\u00bb animation_type=\u00bbdefault\u00bb bg_image_animation=\u00bbnone\u00bb border_type=\u00bbsimple\u00bb column_border_width=\u00bbnone\u00bb column_border_style=\u00bbsolid\u00bb][vc_column_text css=\u00bb\u00bb text_direction=\u00bbdefault\u00bb]\n

    Course Schedule<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=\u00bb\u00bb text_direction=\u00bbdefault\u00bb]Tuesdays | 5:00\u20137:30 PM | For ease and accessibility, the Classroom session locations will alternate between DUG Headquarters (Posner Center) and Zoom.<\/p>\n

    No class March 24 or March 31 (Spring Break)<\/em>[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=\u00bbFull Width Line\u00bb line_thickness=\u00bb1″ divider_color=\u00bbdefault\u00bb custom_height=\u00bb50″][tabbed_section style=\u00bbvertical_scrolling\u00bb tab_color=\u00bbExtra-Color-1″ vs_navigation_func=\u00bbdefault\u00bb vs_navigation_width=\u00bbnarrow\u00bb vs_navigation_spacing=\u00bb15px\u00bb vs_navigation_mobile_display=\u00bbvisible\u00bb vs_tab_spacing=\u00bb5%\u00bb vs_tab_tag=\u00bbh5″ vs_cta_style=\u00bbsee-through\u00bb vs_cta_bg_color=\u00bbdefault\u00bb vs_cta_heading_tag=\u00bbh6″ vs_sticky_aspect=\u00bbdefault\u00bb][tab icon_family=\u00bbsteadysets\u00bb title=\u00bbSesi\u00f3n 1″ id=\u00bb1768335401023-6″ tab_id=\u00bb1768335401023-2″][vc_column_text css=\u00bb\u00bb text_direction=\u00bbdefault\u00bb]\n

    The Why of Therapeutic Gardens<\/h4>\n

    February 24, 2026 \u00b7 In Person<\/em><\/p>\n

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    • Community agreements<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/tab][tab icon_family=\u00bbsteadysets\u00bb title=\u00bbSesi\u00f3n 2″ id=\u00bb1768335401035-0″ tab_id=\u00bb1768335401035-8″][vc_column_text css=\u00bb\u00bb text_direction=\u00bbdefault\u00bb]\n

      The Garden as a Teacher<\/h4>\n

      March 3, 2026 \u00b7 Zoom<\/em><\/p>\n

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      • Integrating CO state standards<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/tab][tab icon_family=\u00bbsteadysets\u00bb title=\u00bbSesi\u00f3n 3″ id=\u00bb1768335401047-2″ tab_id=\u00bb1768335401047-2″][vc_column_text css=\u00bb\u00bb text_direction=\u00bbdefault\u00bb]\n

        Working with Diverse Populations<\/h4>\n

        March 10, 2026 \u00b7 In Person<\/em><\/p>\n

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          Sensory Plants & Wayfinding<\/h4>\n

          March 17, 2026 \u00b7 Zoom<\/em><\/p>\n

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            Mindfulness, Movement & Belonging<\/h4>\n

            April 7, 2026 \u00b7 In Person<\/em><\/p>\n

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            • Sensory pathways<\/li>\n
            • Mindful facilitation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/tab][tab icon_family=\u00bbsteadysets\u00bb title=\u00bbSesi\u00f3n 6″ id=\u00bb1768335401077-3″ tab_id=\u00bb1768335401077-0″][vc_column_text css=\u00bb\u00bb text_direction=\u00bbdefault\u00bb]\n

              Maintenance & Stewardship<\/h4>\n

              April 14, 2026 \u00b7 Zoom<\/em><\/p>\n

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                In-Garden Practicums Schedule<\/h3>\n

                Tuesdays | 5:30\u20137:30 PM | DUG Therapeutic Garden Sites<\/p>\n

                Hands-on learning in DUG\u2019s therapeutic garden environments across Denver. Practicums emphasize skill-building, collaboration, and seasonal application. The locations will be shared closer to the dates. <\/span>[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=\u00bbFull Width Line\u00bb line_thickness=\u00bb1″ divider_color=\u00bbdefault\u00bb custom_height=\u00bb50″][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][tabbed_section style=\u00bbvertical_scrolling\u00bb tab_color=\u00bbExtra-Color-1″ vs_navigation_func=\u00bbdefault\u00bb vs_navigation_width=\u00bbnarrow\u00bb vs_navigation_spacing=\u00bb15px\u00bb vs_navigation_mobile_display=\u00bbvisible\u00bb vs_tab_spacing=\u00bb5%\u00bb vs_tab_tag=\u00bbh5″ vs_cta_style=\u00bbsee-through\u00bb vs_cta_bg_color=\u00bbdefault\u00bb vs_cta_heading_tag=\u00bbh6″ vs_sticky_aspect=\u00bbdefault\u00bb][tab icon_family=\u00bbsteadysets\u00bb title=\u00bbSesi\u00f3n 1″ id=\u00bb1768335401137-5″ tab_id=\u00bb1768335401138-9″][vc_column_text css=\u00bb\u00bb text_direction=\u00bbdefault\u00bb]\n

                Planting & Design Workshop<\/h4>\n

                May 26, 2026 \u00b7 Crumley Sensory Garden<\/em><\/p>\n

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                Sensory Gardening & Wayfinding in Practice<\/h4>\n

                June 23, 2026 \u00b7 Ellis South Community Garden<\/em><\/p>\n

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                Mindfulness & Movement in the Garden<\/h4>\n

                July 28, 2026 \u00b7 Sabin Community Garden<\/em><\/p>\n

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                Harvest & Reflection<\/h4>\n

                September 22, 2026 \u00b7 Samuels Elementary Community Garden<\/em><\/p>\n

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                Celebration & Graduation<\/h4>\n

                October 13, 2026<\/em><\/p>\n

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                Investment & Accessibility<\/h3>\n

                We believe that everyone should have access to high-quality learning opportunities that strengthen our communities. To make this training equitable and sustainable, the <\/span>full program cost is offered on a sliding scale of $250\u2013$500<\/b>, which includes all classroom sessions, materials, and in-garden practicum experiences.<\/span><\/p>\n

                Participants are invited to select the payment level that best reflects their personal or organizational capacity to contribute:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
                Sliding Scale Option<\/i><\/b><\/td>\nIntended For<\/i><\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                $250<\/i><\/b><\/td>\nIndividuals and small community groups with limited access to professional development funds<\/span><\/i><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                $350<\/i><\/b><\/td>\nEducators, nonprofit staff, and small organizations able to share partial cost<\/span><\/i><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                $500<\/i><\/b><\/td>\nInstitutions or individuals with access to training budgets, supporting equitable access for others<\/span><\/i><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

                One staff member per active DUG Therapeutic Garden site may enroll for free<\/i><\/b>, and <\/span><\/i>additional scholarships are available<\/i><\/b> to ensure that cost is never a barrier to participation.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

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