Adult Education

Ask a Farmer – A Grow Your Groceries Class Series on Zoom

Caring for Fruit Trees in Fall & Winter
Tue., September 21, 2021
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Preparing a Garden for Winter
Tue., October 19, 2021
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Planting Cover Crops
Tue., November 16, 2021
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Making Compost & Mulch
Tue., December 14, 2021
7:00pm - 8:30pm

Join us for an inspiring presentation on a seasonal gardening topic each month on Zoom. The classes will provide basic information plus time for your questions. You’ll learn tricks of the trade that will help you create and maintain a thriving edible garden. Get expert advice and learn practical strategies to grow organic nutritious food for you and your family. Beginners and seasoned gardeners will benefit. $15 per class or $150 for series (save $30).

Yoga on the Farm

Sat., September 25, 2021
8:30am - 9:30am

Classes include breath work and intentional movement. Open to all levels. Please register in advance. Bring your own mat and water bottle.

Pollinator Garden Walk & Talk

Sat., September 25, 2021
9:00am - 10:30am

Learn about different groups of pollinators and discover the unique facets of native bees and other specialists that are equipped to pollinate even the most challenging flower. Consider the ways you can enhance your own garden to attract and sustain these animals that are so critical to our survival.

Families on the Farm: Plant Part Palooza

Sat., September 25, 2021
9:30am - 10:30am
Sat., September 25, 2021
11:00am - 12:00pm

Families on the Farm classes offer learners of all ages a chance to engage in self-directed hands-on activities based upon a particular theme. Enjoy the youth garden and explore all that is growing and living at Soil Born Farms.

Native Plants Walk & Talk 10-2-21

Sat., October 2, 2021
9:00am - 10:30am

Take a leisure tour of Elderberry Farms Native Plant Nursery which grows about 120 different local native plant species. Learn about the benefits of growing native plants and their adaptability to limited water resources and climate change.

Basics of Herbal Medicine

Sat., October 9, 2021
9:30am - 12:00pm

Learn how to bring medicinal plants into your everyday life to promote overall wellness and address minor illnesses and injuries. We will discuss the healing properties of several common herbs, and how to incorporate them through cooking, everyday herbal tonics and simple home remedies to use when ailments arise.

Herb Walk & Talk

Sat., October 16, 2021
9:00am - 10:30am

Explore the herbs that grow on the American River Ranch. Learn the identification, properties and uses of medicinal and culinary herbs to enhance health and well-being.

Harvesting Water Workshop

Sat., October 16, 2021
9:30am - 12:00pm

Learn to use the water from your roof or your washing machine for outdoor irrigation of shrubs, trees and vegetable gardens.

Explorations in Nature Walk & Talk 10-23-21

Sat., October 23, 2021
9:00am - 10:30am

Join naturalist Cliff Hawley to explore the plants, animals, and relationships that make up the environment of the American River Ranch.

Work & Learn Day 10-30-21

Sat., October 30, 2021
9:00am - 11:30am

Learn about native plants and unique water-saving irrigation systems. Help us care for our native plants and install a unique olla-based irrigation system that can be run from a rainwater collection tank.