Join our Youth Education team for a morning of hard work and dirty hands as we prepare our garden beds for an abundant spring.
The Native Plants Walk is CANCELLED for 3/26 due to the instructor being sick. It is rescheduled for Saturday, April 30, 9-10:30 am. Take a leisurely 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.
This class focuses on natural beekeeping practices in an urban setting and strategies to keep bees healthy. Learn the practical skills you will need to prepare your own backyard beehive and discuss bee biology, beekeeping equipment, maintenance and basic troubleshooting.
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.
Learn how to plan your garden space and prepare, plant and care for an abundant, thriving spring garden. This class is for new gardeners or for gardeners who are new to the region.
Join naturalist Cliff Hawley to explore the bird, animal and plant life of the American River Ranch.
Address seasonal allergies and their underlying causes, learn ealthy ways to do a spring cleanse, and learn about herbs for collecting, eating and using medicinally to support overall health and vitality.
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.
Join us in the Youth Garden to learn about cover crops, composting, and all the bugs that help keep our soil healthy and thriving
Raising chickens in your yard is educational, fun and rewarding. Besides fresh eggs, they provide the added benefits of soil fertility and pest control. You will learn how to choose the right breeds, provide proper housing, and make sure your chickens are healthy and producing the best eggs you have ever tasted.