# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Pest & Pollinators
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 10:30 am – Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 11:30 am (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: Transform your outdoor space into a thriving, eco-friendly sanctuary! Join us for a hands-on workshop designed to help you balance your garden ecosystem by welcoming the "good bugs" and naturally deterring the "bad" ones.

Whether you have a sprawling backyard or a sunny balcony, this session will give you the practical tools to manage pests without harsh chemicals.

What You’ll Learn:

The Power of Pollination: Understand why pollinators are the backbone of a healthy garden and identify the common bees, butterflies, and insects in our local area.

Strategic Planting: Master the art of selecting and growing specific plants that attract beneficial insects to keep your garden blooming.

Natural Repellents: Discover the "superpowers" of common herbs. We’ll show you which scents naturally keep mosquitoes and flies at bay.

Container Gardening 101: Learn how to pair herbs in pots for maximum effectiveness and aesthetic appeal.

Summer Maintenance: Get expert tips on watering, pruning, and care to ensure your pest-control plants stay vibrant and effective all season long.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/fort-dodge/pest-and-pollinators/200029674739448
- **Event Categories**: workshops, art
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 36

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Fort Dodge
- **state**: IA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Smitty's Garden Center
- **lat**: 42.50682
- **long**: -94.1649599
- **full address**: Smitty's Garden Center, 7 S 23rd St,Fort Dodge,IA,United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Pest & Pollinators being held?
  - **A:** Pest & Pollinators takes place on Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 10:30 am to Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 11:30 am at Smitty's Garden Center, 7 S 23rd St,Fort Dodge,IA,United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Pest & Pollinators?
  - **A:** Pest & Pollinators is organized by Smitty's Lawn and Landscape.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Pest & Pollinators is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Fort Dodge, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Pest & Pollinators sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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