Mimsie Lanier Center for Native Plant Studies, $50. In this course we will discuss the history of our Georgia Piedmont soils and general soil ecology and biology. What is soil? What factors affect soil properties? These are a couple of the questions we will address in this class, which will include a lecture as well as a lab portion where we will explore soil in nature. Prepare to get a little dirty and to learn about the fascinating, mysterious world beneath your feet. State Botanical Garden of Georgia, 2450 South Milledge Avenue, Athens, Georgia 30605. For information or to register for classes: www.botgarden.uga.edu or 706–542–6156.