__VOGA Winter Lecture Series & Events
Winter Lecture Series
_February 2013
When: Tuesday, Feb 19, 6:00 to 8:00 pm Where: 32282 J Rd., Hotchkiss Specifics: Hear what Cynthia Houseweart has to say regarding her experiences with raising cattle in the North Fork Valley. March 2013
When: Tuesday, Mar 12, 6:00 to 8:00 pm Where: 21279 Hwy 92., Delta Specifics: John Cooley will show you around his farm and entertain you with his anecdotes. April 2013
When: Tuesday, Apr 16, time 6:00 to 8:00 pm Where: 24621 Tannin Road, Cedaredge Specifics: Hear what Christie Aschwanden has to say about raising poultry! |
Permaculture Design Certificate Southwest Colorado - July 20-Aug 3, 2013
4th annual Permaculture Design Certificate Southwest Colorado
Dates: July 20-August 3, 2013 Location: Hotchkiss and Telluride, Colorado 5 instructors, 4 college credits possible, 3 unique farms, 2 weeks, 1 life-changing experience. Live the ethics and principles of permaculture through our project-based instruction. The instructors also bring distinct specialties to the course including: Biodynamic Agriculture, ZERI design and systems thinking, natural building, professional landscaping, health and wellness, activism and education, and international development. Principles that we have added are FUN and BEAUTY, critical in any design and movement! Tuition: $1150 (includes camping, most meals (vegetarian), printed playbook; $1450 includes college credit $250 Scholarships available, apply early Instructors: Kris Holstrom, Patricia Frazier, Wind Clearwater, Daniel Aragon, and Robyn Wilson Information sheet (1MB pdf). Contact: Robyn Wilson rwilson@ucsanmiguel.org 970-369-5255 www.ucsanmiguel.org |
Beginning and Intermediate Bee Guardianship Workshops using Top Bar Bee Hives
Corwin Bell is coming back to the North Fork Valley for bee workshops!
April 26 Basic Discussion on Top Bar Bee Guardianship
For those wanting to find out some basics on beekeeping vs. bee guardianship, the use of top bar hives and natural, organic and treatment free beekeeping, this general discussion will focus on why it is imperative to help prevent the decline of the honeybee. Everything you need to know to make a decision if you're ready to get started with your own hive.
Location: Old River Road Trading Post, 15495 Black Bridge Rd,
Paonia, CO
$5 donation - No Registration, Just Come on Down!
April 27-28 Bee Guardianship with Corwin Bell of BackYardHives.com
Corwin Bell promotes a "backyard" hive method and philosophy using top bar bee hives in which he encourages and inspires interested and willing individuals to connect with bees through an altruistic Guardianship that goes beyond hobbyist beekeeping. Bell travels widely giving lectures and workshops to raise awareness of honeybee genetic biodiversity and to promote alternatives to conventional beekeeping practices. He is currently working on a book The Bee Guardian, which delves into this approach.
Sat & Sun lunch Potluck!
Location: Vive la Vida Ranch, 41725 O Rd., Paonia, CO
Sat, 10am-4pm Beginning Beekeeping $100
Sun, 10am-4pm Intermediate Beekeeping $100
Sat & Sun 10am-4pm Beginning & Intermediate $175
Registration: 970-319-9434, www.soilacademy.com
April 26 Basic Discussion on Top Bar Bee Guardianship
For those wanting to find out some basics on beekeeping vs. bee guardianship, the use of top bar hives and natural, organic and treatment free beekeeping, this general discussion will focus on why it is imperative to help prevent the decline of the honeybee. Everything you need to know to make a decision if you're ready to get started with your own hive.
Location: Old River Road Trading Post, 15495 Black Bridge Rd,
Paonia, CO
$5 donation - No Registration, Just Come on Down!
April 27-28 Bee Guardianship with Corwin Bell of BackYardHives.com
Corwin Bell promotes a "backyard" hive method and philosophy using top bar bee hives in which he encourages and inspires interested and willing individuals to connect with bees through an altruistic Guardianship that goes beyond hobbyist beekeeping. Bell travels widely giving lectures and workshops to raise awareness of honeybee genetic biodiversity and to promote alternatives to conventional beekeeping practices. He is currently working on a book The Bee Guardian, which delves into this approach.
Sat & Sun lunch Potluck!
Location: Vive la Vida Ranch, 41725 O Rd., Paonia, CO
Sat, 10am-4pm Beginning Beekeeping $100
Sun, 10am-4pm Intermediate Beekeeping $100
Sat & Sun 10am-4pm Beginning & Intermediate $175
Registration: 970-319-9434, www.soilacademy.com
