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Events

Improve the health of your local environment through a wide variety of fun events.

Feeling cooped up? All our classes will enhance your mind, body and spirit by participating in the joys and rhythms of nature with friends.

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  • Nature Escape: Art at the Edible Classroom
    Nature Escape: Art at the Edible Classroom
    Sat, Jun 07
    Edible Classroom
    Jun 07, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
    Edible Classroom, 220 S Gilbert St, Iowa City, IA
    Unwind, get creative, and snack in a hidden garden oasis near the Iowa Arts Festival.
  • Early Summer Forage
    Early Summer Forage
    Sat, Jun 21
    Hickory Hill Park South Entrance
    Jun 21, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
    Hickory Hill Park South Entrance, 1439 E Bloomington St, Iowa City
    Taste the wild flavors of summer and reconnect with nature on a guided foraging walk.
  • Wildlife Bioblitz at the Edible Classroom
    Wildlife Bioblitz at the Edible Classroom
    Sat, Jul 19
    Edible Classroom
    Jul 19, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
    Edible Classroom, 220 S. Gilbert, Iowa City
    Discover wildlife, meet new friends, and explore a magical garden.
  • Wildlife Bioblitz at McPherson Edible Forest
    Wildlife Bioblitz at McPherson Edible Forest
    Sat, Jul 26
    James Alan McPherson Park
    Jul 26, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
    James Alan McPherson Park, 1858 7th Ave Ct, Iowa City, IA
    Discover wildlife, meet new friends, and explore a magical garden.
Backyard Abundance

Backyard Abundance is a leading educational nonprofit that helps people create vibrant, engaging outdoor spaces that benefit families and our environment.

P.O. Box 1605

Iowa City, IA  52244

319-325-6810

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