Classes

Kids on the Farm

Pollinator Palooza
Thu., June 24, 2021
8:30am - 11:30am
We Dig Dirt
Thu., July 1, 2021
8:30am - 11:30am
Roots, Shoots and Seeds
Thu., July 8, 2021
8:30am - 11:30am
Nature Creations
Thu., July 15, 2021
8:30am - 11:30am
Calling All Critters
Thu., July 22, 2021
8:30am - 11:30am
Water Wizard
Thu., July 29, 2021
8:30am - 11:30am

Participants will explore, create, learn, sing and enjoy the outdoors. Designed for ages 7 to 11. Each themed class will be unique and can be enjoyed as individual classes or taken as a series.

Herb Walk & Talk

Sat., July 10, 2021
8:00am - 9:30am

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.

Yoga on the Farm

Sat., July 10, 2021
8:30am - 9:30am
Sat., July 17, 2021
8:30am - 9:30am
Sat., July 24, 2021
8:30am - 9:30am
Sat., July 31, 2021
8:30am - 9:30am
Sat., August 7, 2021
8:30am - 9:30am
Sat., August 14, 2021
8:30am - 9:30am
Sat., August 21, 2021
8:30am - 9:30am
Sat., August 28, 2021
8:30am - 9:30am
Sat., September 4, 2021
8:30am - 9:30am
Sat., September 11, 2021
8:30am - 9:30am
Sat., September 18, 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.

Irrigation for the Home Gardener

Sat., July 10, 2021 - Sun., July 11, 2021
9:00am - 11:30am

Learn the basic concepts of drip irrigation, tools, design and system management and gain experience on assembly and installation techniques in this hands-on workshop.

Massage & Movement

Sat., July 10, 2021
10:00am - 11:15am
Sat., July 31, 2021
10:00am - 11:15am
Sat., August 7, 2021
10:00am - 11:15am
Sat., August 14, 2021
10:00am - 11:15am
Sat., August 28, 2021
10:00am - 11:15am
Sat., September 4, 2021
10:00am - 11:15am

Self-massage techniques from many disciplines such as breath work, centering and movement for spinal and joint mobility, involving circular and figure 8 patterns.

Explorations in Nature Walk and Talk

Sat., July 17, 2021
8:00am - 9:30am

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

Work and Learn Days

Sat., July 17, 2021
8:00am - 11:30am
Sat., August 7, 2021
8:00am - 11:30am

Work and Learn Days are opportunities to gain knowledge, build hands-on skills and meet new friends. We will be working outdoors in Sustainability Square which will become a dynamic hands-on learning space for our adult and youth education programs. Work and Learn: Herb Spiral Saturday, July 17, 8-11:30 am Work and Learn: Compost and Vermicompost (more…)

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

Managing Pests & Diseases Using Organic Practices
Tue., July 20, 2021
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Preparing a Fall Garden
Tue., August 17, 2021
7:00pm - 8:30pm
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).

Bird Walk and Talk

Sat., July 24, 2021
8:00am - 9:30am

Join naturalist Cliff Hawley to explore the bird,, animal and plant life of the American River Ranch.