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SUMMARY:2026 Spring Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Southeast’s largest gathering of farmers\, gardeners\, land-stewards\, and food-system changemakers! Our Spring Conference supports\, inspires\, and educates people to farm\, garden\, and live organically by providing affordable\, practical\, hands-on education. Whether you’re a seasoned grower or just starting out\, you’ll leave with connections\, knowledge\, and inspiration to build a more vibrant\, equitable\, and abundant food and farming system. \nWhat’s in store:\n• Your choice of 60+ classes spanning across 12 track topics including gardening\, soils\, farming business and production\, earth stewardship\, sustainable living\, and more\n• Hands-on workshops from experts across the region and practical demonstrations you can apply right away\n• Networking and community-building with growers\, educators\, and advocates from across the country
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/2026-spring-conference/
LOCATION:Mars Hill University\, 100 Athletic Street\, Mars Hill\, NC\, 28754
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Organic Gardening
DESCRIPTION:Grow real food. Skip the chemicals. Start this spring. \nYou don’t need a lot of land\, a lot of money\, or a green thumb handed down from generations past. What you need is a solid starting point\, and that’s exactly what this class delivers. Adam Bigelow breaks down organic gardening into clear\, practical steps for anyone ready to get their hands in the soil. Tomatoes\, greens\, squash\, herbs… this is where your garden story begins. \nWestern North Carolina soil is genuinely special. Rich\, biodiverse\, and full of life when treated right\, it gives local gardeners a serious head start. This class shows you how to read that soil\, feed it well\, and set up a garden that produces real food without synthetic fertilizers or chemical sprays. \nWhat You’ll Learn: \nWhere to Begin: How to pick your garden spot\, prep your beds\, and set yourself up for a productive first season\nOrganic Soil Care: What your soil actually needs and how compost\, mulch\, and natural amendments do the heavy lifting\nPlanting the Right Way: Spacing\, timing\, and crop selection for WNC’s unique growing season\nPest and Weed Management: Low-fuss\, chemical-free methods that work with your garden instead of against it\nFood You Can Trust: Why organic methods produce cleaner\, more flavorful harvests and how that difference shows up on your plate\nThis beginner-friendly class is perfect for first-time gardeners\, backyard dreamers\, and anyone who has tried and struggled before. No prior experience needed. Just show up ready to learn and leave with a real plan for your spring garden.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/introduction-to-organic-gardening/
LOCATION:Winding Stair Farm\, 57 Saunders Rd.\, Franklin\, NC\, 28734\, United States
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