Horticulture and Environment - Chisholm Winter School Holiday Workshops 2019

Horticulture - School Holiday Workshop This interactive and creative workshop is open to students aged 14 - 19 years and is held during the WINTER SCHOOL HOLIDAYS. It may help you decide on your elective subjects or post school options. You will have the opportunity to conduct basic landscape construction work, understanding the environment, recognise plants, how to treat weeds, pot up plants, and assist with soil or growing media sampling and testing. Great skills with a flavour on what to expect if you are considering a career in the horticulture or landscaping industry. This workshop is perfect if you are interested in learning more about the horticulture or landscape industry. Give up a few hours and you might find an undiscovered career! WHAT TO BRING: You must bring enclosed work boots, full cover clothing (long pants and long sleeved top - but no toggles). Notepad, water and a positive attitude! A light lunch will be provided. TYPICAL SCHEDULE: 9:30am – 9:45am: Registration in building D, foyer at our Frankston campus (Fletcher Road). Students will be greeted before being taken to their classroom. 10:00am:           Workshop commences 12:00noon:        Break for lunch 12:30pm:          Workshop recommences 3:30pm:            Workshop ends and students are taken back to building D, where they are dismissed.