Tomas Triana (in bright yellow T-shirt) and fellow Eagle Scouts are working hard today, replacing the old split-rail fence for Tomas' final Eagle Scout project. RRHC is very grateful for this because the old fence was rotting and falling apart! The new fence is looking beautiful! Final photos to come. Good job guys! Photos by Alison Clary
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February 10, 9:30am - 12pm:
Water: Slow it, Sink it, Spread it, Save it. Cost: $40. Whether El Nino or drought, learning how to capture and use water can transform your garden. Participants will be able to: identify the most relevant water capture system(s) for their property (may include swales, dams, earthworks, ponds, greywater); use an A-frame to identify contour lines (for swales), and know how to implement the best system for their circumstances.To pre-register:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/grow-more-food-home-permaculture-series-tickets-40925305691 February 10th: Water: Slow it, Sink it, Spread it, Save it. $40/class
Whether El Nino or drought, learning how to capture and use water can transform your garden. Participants will be able to: identify the most relevant water capture system(s) for their property (may include swales, dams, earthworks, ponds, greywater); use an A-frame to identify contour lines (for swales), and know how to implement the best system for their circumstances. Pre-register now at www.sustainablecoco.org Photo by Alison Clary The class learned all about what soil is exactly (it's not the same as dirt) and its various components. They brought in samples of soil from their own yards and tested them for pH level, nitrogen, phosphorous, and potassium. Then they went outside and made compost at the urban farm! Up next -- February 10: Water: Slow it, Sink it, Spread it, Save it Whether El Nino or drought, learning how to capture and use water can transform your garden. Participants will be able to: identify the most relevant water capture system(s) for their property (may include swales, dams, earthworks, ponds, greywater); use an A-frame to identify contour lines (for swales), and know how to implement the best system for their circumstances.Cost: $40.Pre-register: www.eventbrite.com/e/grow-more-food-home-permaculture-series-tickets-40925305691 Photos by Alison Clary This KKDV interview with Tyler Snortum-Phelps is only about 4 minutes but is a wonderful and efficient overview of permaculture and our 6-part workshop series, taught by our own master gardener, Marian Woodard!
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