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Bird Walk

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  •  Sat., April 18, 2020
     9:15am - 11:15am

This class is cancelled due to the Coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic and in adherence to our government’s health and safety guidelines. Thank you for your patience and understanding. Start your morning off with a pleasant walk around American River Ranch. We will experience a variety of resident birds along with winter, migrant, or summer birds depending on the season. Cliff will point out other critters and plant life along the way. This walk is ideal for beginner to intermediate birdwatchers.

American River Herb Walk

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  •  Sat., April 4, 2020
     10:30am - 12:30pm

This class is postponed until further notice due to the Coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic and in adherence to our government’s health and safety guidelines. Thank you for your patience and understanding. Join Candis Cantin for a fascinating herb walk on the farm and the American River Parkway. We will identify and discuss more than 25 edible and medicinal plants during this easy walk.

Experience the Secret Life of Bees

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  •  Sat., March 7, 2020
     10:30am - 11:30am

Experience the secret life of honey bees at American River Ranch. You will learn how bees are vital to our environment and how they live together and function. After talking about how bees and pollination help the farm, you will put on a beekeeping suit and see the bees up close and personal inside the hive. You will see worker bees doing their jobs, how honey is made, the famous waggle dance and maybe even spot the queen bee. Then you’ll enjoy a sample of honey made by the bees you just visited. Suggested ages 8 years and older. All participants must wear closed-toe shoes, long pants and socks that cover their ankles. Avoid wearing any heavily scented skin or hair products. 

Yoga on the Farm

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  •  Wed., April 8, 2020
     10:00am - 11:00am
  •  Wed., April 15, 2020
     10:00am - 11:00am
  •  Wed., April 22, 2020
     10:00am - 11:00am
  •  Wed., April 29, 2020
     10:00am - 11:00am
  •  Wed., May 6, 2020
     10:00am - 11:00am
  •  Wed., May 13, 2020
     10:00am - 11:00am
  •  Wed., May 20, 2020
     10:00am - 11:00am
  •  Wed., May 27, 2020
     10:00am - 11:00am
  •  Wed., June 3, 2020
     10:00am - 11:00am
  •  Wed., June 10, 2020
     10:00am - 11:00am
  •  Wed., June 17, 2020
     10:00am - 11:00am
  •  Wed., June 24, 2020
     10:00am - 11:00am
  •  Sat., April 4, 2020
     10:00am - 11:00am
  •  Sat., April 11, 2020
     10:00am - 11:00am
  •  Sat., April 18, 2020
     10:00am - 11:00am
  •  Sat., April 25, 2020
     10:00am - 11:00am
  •  Sat., May 2, 2020
     10:00am - 11:00am
  •  Sat., May 9, 2020
     10:00am - 11:00am
  •  Sat., May 16, 2020
     10:00am - 11:00am
  •  Sat., May 23, 2020
     10:00am - 11:00am
  •  Sat., May 30, 2020
     10:00am - 11:00am
  •  Sat., June 6, 2020
     9:00am - 10:00am
  •  Sat., June 13, 2020
     9:00am - 10:00am
  •  Sat., June 20, 2020
     9:00am - 10:00am
  •  Sat., June 27, 2020
     9:00am - 10:00am

This class is postponed due to the Coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic and in adherence to our government’s health and safety guidelines. Thank you for your patience and understanding. Our 60-minute outdoor yoga class is held every Wednesday and Saturday at 10 am. The classes will be breath work and intentional movement. It’s open to all levels. Please register in advance. Drop-ins are welcome as space permits (cash only). Bring your own mat and water bottle. We have yoga mats available for those who do not have their own.

Families on the Farm: Bees and Flowers

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  •  Sat., April 25, 2020
     9:30am - 11:30am

This class is postponed due to the Coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic and in adherence to our government’s health and safety guidelines. Thank you for your patience and understanding. Come learn all about the native bees that help our flowers; spend time gardening in our native bee garden; play silly games and make a floral beeswax candle to celebrate our favorite pollinators. This program is designed for youth (ages 5-18) and accompanying adults.

Integrative Movement – Roll, Release & Restore Series

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  •  Wed., January 29, 2020
     2:30pm - 3:45pm
  •  Wed., February 5, 2020
     2:30pm - 3:45pm
  •  Wed., February 12, 2020
     2:30pm - 3:45pm
  •  Wed., February 19, 2020
     2:30pm - 3:45pm
  •  Wed., February 26, 2020
     2:30pm - 3:45pm

We begin our focus on developing functional breathing patterns in myofascial release work with small portable equipment such as foam rollers and balls. Core strength, flexibility, and coordination are also further explored. These mat-based therapeutic exercise and myofascial release classes are designed to increase functional movement patterns, improve posture, stability, balance, increase lung capacity, and develop core strength.

You will learn to work the deep musculature of the body to stabilize and support the spine by combining intrinsic awareness and activation; as well as uses of small portable equipment such as various therapy balls, stability trainer, and foam rollers, miracle balls.

These classes are adapted for all levels of fitness, with tools such as foam rollers and balls in various densities. Preregistration is encouraged to guarantee your spot in class. However, we will accept drop-ins as space permits. Bring a yoga mat to class.

Family Herbalist Course Beginners Program 2020

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  •  Sat., April 11, 2020
     10:00am - 4:30pm
  •  Sat., May 9, 2020
     10:00am - 4:30pm
  •  Sat., June 13, 2020
     10:00am - 4:30pm
  •  Sat., July 11, 2020
     10:00am - 4:30pm
  •  Sat., August 8, 2020
     10:00am - 4:30pm
  •  Sat., September 12, 2020
     10:00am - 4:30pm

This course is postponed due to the Coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic and in adherence to our government’s health and safety guidelines. Thank you for your patience and understanding. Join Candis and her team in learning the basics of Western Herbology while integrating it with Ayurvedic and Traditional Chinese medicine. This six-month course will include medicine-making, plant ID, how to treat acute ailments, use of tonic herbs and food for strengthening vitality, as well as how to harvest local herbs for medicine. You will learn about your own constitutional needs and ways to balance yourself for better health and well-being. This program will include herb walks around the farm and the American River. There will be lots of tasting, smelling, and hands-on experience with the herbs!

Spring Wellness Day: Urban Healing Retreat

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  •  Sat., March 21, 2020
     9:00am - 5:00pm

This event is postponed due to the Coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic and in adherence to our government’s health and safety guidelines. It will be rescheduled to the summer or fall. Thank you for your patience and understanding. Enjoy a day of inspiration, nature and rejuvenation at Soil Born Farms without leaving the city. A delicious, organic lunch will be served and an afternoon tea. Come make the connection between food, health and the environment. You will feel refreshed and motivated to take good care of YOU! Presenters: Maxine Barish-Wreden, MD, ABIHM, Rev. Candis Cantin, Daylin Wade, Ann Sibbet, Terese Hollander Esperas, Summer Ward, Dana Marie, Kellan MacKay, Janet Zeller and Adriana Jones

Honing Your Knife Skills

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  •  Sat., March 28, 2020
     10:00am - 12:00pm

This class is cancelled due to the Coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic and in adherence to our government’s health and safety guidelines. Thank you for your patience and understanding. Check out the next Knife Skills class scheduled for May 28. Better Knife skills will improve your cooking beyond measure. There’s so much more than just slicing and dicing, and with proper knife techniques, prepping will be easier and quicker. In this hands on class, you’ll learn the basics, plus simple and beautiful garnishes. Learn how to choose a good knife without spending a fortune, and how to keep your knives sharp and well cared for. You’ll leave with recipes and a bounty of chopped produce ready to turn into dinners for the week. Please bring a chef’s knife, a paring knife and a cutting board to class.

The Art of Cooking Heirloom Beans

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  •  Thu., March 26, 2020
     6:00pm - 8:30pm

This class is cancelled due to the Coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic and in adherence to our government’s health and safety guidelines. Thank you for your patience and understanding. Tiger Eye, Peruano, Orca, Anasazi, and Arikara are just a few of the hundreds of heirloom bean varieties. Healthy, sustainable, and socially responsible, heirloom beans are available in any season. Knowing which beans to pick and how to cook them can make an old bean recipe shine. In this demonstration class, we will explore the myriad types of heirloom beans that are available and learn how to use them in cooking. We will taste a variety of heirlooms and talk about history, flavor, and recipes. Participants will learn how to use heirlooms to dress up baked beans, hummus, soups, and bean dips, and learn new recipes to showcase some of the beautiful varieties available locally. Each participant will make a jar of bean soup to take and cook at home.