| Event | Venue | Date | Description | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yoga on the Farm 2023 | American River Ranch |
| The 60-minute class includes breath work and intentional movement and is open to all levels. Please register in advance. Bring your own mat and water bottle. |
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| Summer Fruit Tree Care 6-10-23 | American River Ranch |
| Proper care of fruit trees can boost their health and maximize their production. This is a hands-on class focused on learning how to summer prune and provide other necessary care for your fruit trees. |
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| Little Sprouts (Session 1) | American River Ranch |
| Session1. Meet the chickens, dig in the dirt, smell herbs and taste fresh fruits and vegetables. Using stories, songs, crafts, and games, our youngest campers will learn about our farm while enjoying playful, fun-filled mornings. For ages 4-5 |
Sold Out |
| Bird Walk 6-17-23 | American River Ranch |
| Explore the diversity of plants, birds, beneficial insects, animals and the web of relationships that coexist at the American River Ranch. Experience the magical moments nature has in store at this time of year. |
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| Building Healthy Soil 6-17-23 | American River Ranch |
| Building healthy soil is the foundation of a bountiful garden. Join us for a discussion on the composition of soil and how we can improve it, so our crops and other plants will grow better. Discover how to assess what nutrients and amendments our soils need and find resourceful ways to create a flourishing home garden. |
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| Herb Walk & Talk 6-17-23 | American River Ranch |
| We will discuss the growth habitat, harvest requirements, and how to use each plant. |
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| Irrigation for the Home Gardener 6-17-23 | American River Ranch |
| Drip irrigation is one of the most efficient methods of watering. In this hands-on workshop, you will learn the basic concepts of drip irrigation, the tools, design and system management and gain experience on assembly and installation techniques. |
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| Farm Camp - Gardeners (Session 1) | American River Ranch |
| Session 1. Learn how to grow food and flowers, harvest and cook with our culinary team, and explore new spaces with us! Youth will spend the week learning about the American River Ranch and connecting to their food, their health and the environment. In the garden, around the farm, and at the American River, campers will become stewards of the natural world and build a new community of friends. For ages 6-8 |
Sold Out |
| Creek and River Exploration (Session 1) | American River Ranch |
| Session 1. Join us for a morning at the American River and Cordova Creek! Kids will learn all about water, beavers and birds as they discover these special natural resources. For ages 6-11 |
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| Regenerative Agriculture Farm Tour 6-24-23 | American River Ranch |
| Take a tour of the farm while learning the principles of regenerative agriculture. See how our farmers implement regenerative practices that revitalize the land and restore the historic American River Ranch. Many of these principles can be applied to your home garden. Everyone can play a part in creating a climate-safe California. |
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| Farm Camp - Jr. Farmers (Session 1) | American River Ranch |
| Session 1. Learn how to grow food and flowers, harvest and cook with our culinary team, and explore new spaces with us! Youth will spend the week learning about the American River Ranch and connecting to their food, their health and the environment. In the garden, around the farm, and at the American River, campers will become stewards of the natural world and build a new community of friends. For ages 9-12 |
Sold Out |
| Kids in the Garden (Session 1) | American River Ranch |
| Session 1. Planting seeds, harvesting tomatoes, and getting your hands dirty – what could be more fun?! Spend your Saturday morning with us in the garden as we play, sing, eat and harvest. Kids will end the day creating a farm fresh bouquet. For ages 6-11 |
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| Art and Nature (Session 1) | American River Ranch |
| Session 1. Explore the intersection of art and the garden where beauty abounds! Participants will spend their Saturday morning creating with the colorful, natural materials that the garden has to offer. For ages 6-11 |
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| Little Sprouts (Session 2) | American River Ranch |
| Session 2. Meet the chickens, dig in the dirt, smell herbs and taste fresh fruits and vegetables. Using stories, songs, crafts, and games, our youngest campers will learn about our farm while enjoying playful, fun-filled mornings. For ages 4-5 |
Register |
| Creek and River Exploration (Session 2) | American River Ranch |
| Session 2. Join us for a morning at the American River and Cordova Creek! Kids will learn all about water, beavers and birds as they discover these special natural resources. For ages 6-11 |
Register |
| Farm Camp - Gardeners (Session 2) | American River Ranch |
| Session 2. Learn how to grow food and flowers, harvest and cook with our culinary team, and explore new spaces with us! Youth will spend the week learning about the American River Ranch and connecting to their food, their health and the environment. In the garden, around the farm, and at the American River, campers will become stewards of the natural world and build a new community of friends. For ages 6-8 |
Sold Out |
| Kids in the Garden (Session 2) | American River Ranch |
| Session 2. Planting seeds, harvesting tomatoes, and getting your hands dirty – what could be more fun?! Spend your Saturday morning with us in the garden as we play, sing, eat and harvest. Kids will end the day creating a farm fresh bouquet. For ages 6-11 |
Register |
| Farm Camp - Jr. Farmers (Session 2) | American River Ranch |
| Session 2. Learn how to grow food and flowers, harvest and cook with our culinary team, and explore new spaces with us! Youth will spend the week learning about the American River Ranch and connecting to their food, their health and the environment. In the garden, around the farm, and at the American River, campers will become stewards of the natural world and build a new community of friends. For ages 9-12 |
Sold Out |
| Grassroots Herbalism Course 2023 | American River Ranch |
| A four week online/on-farm course dedicated to building a home apothecary using herbs you can grow, collect, and find in your spice rack. The course consists of easy to follow explanations, quick guides to be saved and referenced, demonstrations, weekly at-home herbal projects, hands on learning, and an herb kit mailed to your home! This course focuses on herbs that are readily available to help you build self-reliance into your wellness routine. |
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