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SUMMARY:Climate Resilience Training
DESCRIPTION:This training is primarily geared towards established farms (3+ years in production). Farmers will gain an understanding of how to assess their risk due to changing climate\, identify and evaluate opportunities to become more resilient as the climate changes. This training incorporates models for risk assessment currently being used in other regions (Upper Midwest & New England) and adapts them for use based on expected climatic trends in Southern Appalachia. \nExperts on Tap\, Not On Top:\nThis is a cohort based training that centers farmer experience and knowledge. Subject area experts\, such as agricultural extension agents and technical assistance providers\, will be engaged as part of the process to supplement and further contextualize the knowledge that farmers already bring to the table. \nRegistration: https://share.hsforms.com/1CC3xkZzlQuuJJ8nOoiNF8Qcney9\nScholarships: https://share.hsforms.com/1CC3xkZzlQuuJJ8nOoiNF8Qcney9
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/climate-resilience-training/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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SUMMARY:Bare Roots & Live Stakes Class
DESCRIPTION:Master low-cost\, high-impact planting techniques before spring arrives! \nLearn two powerful methods for establishing native plants while they’re dormant—perfect for stream bank restoration\, erosion control\, or populating larger areas without breaking the bank. Whether you’re tackling a problem slope or dreaming of a native restoration project\, this workshop will give you the practical skills to make it happen. \nWhat You’ll Learn: \nLive Staking: A fast\, low-labor technique for adding quick-rooting shrubs to wetlands and riparian buffers. Learn how to properly prepare\, plant\, and space live stakes to combat erosion on creek banks.\nBare Root Planting: How to work with dormant seedlings for cost-effective establishment of trees and shrubs in your landscape.\nReal-world applications: See how we’ve used both methods successfully here at Winding Stair Farm to improve stream banks and restore native habitat. \nPre-order live stakes before the class (below) and your stakes will be waiting for you at class! \nBoth techniques are conservation-proven and widely used by restoration professionals to establish native plants at a fraction of the cost of potted stock. This class is perfect for landowners\, stream stewards\, native plant enthusiasts\, and anyone looking to restore habitat on a budget.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/bare-roots-live-stakes-class/
LOCATION:Winding Stair Farm\, 57 Saunders Rd.\, Franklin\, NC\, 28734\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260129T093000
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SUMMARY:Streambank Restoration at SAHC’s Jenkins Branch Farm
DESCRIPTION:Date: Thursday\, January 29\nTime: Starting at 9:30 AM\nWhere: SAHC’s Jenkins Branch Farm\nNear the SAHC Community Farm in Alexander\, NC\nJoin Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy and our partners from Riverlink for a hands-on streambank restoration workshop and planting day. Get hands-on experience at this conserved 100-acre farm in the French Broad River watershed\, just 15 minutes from downtown Asheville. \nHave you ever wondered how to improve or repair eroded streambanks? This workshop will include an informative ‘class’ session in the morning\, followed by hands-on live stake planting and an optional afternoon hike. You will learn how to improve and manage streambanks in the Southern Appalachian mountain region for habitat\, water quality and erosion mitigation. Participants will gain practical experience\, as we work to repair a section of the streambank on Jenkins Branch. Following the workshop\, attendees will also have the option to take a guided hike on the conserved farm property\, led by SAHC Community Farm Manager Chris Link. From the beautiful knoll atop the farm property\, you can enjoy sweeping distant views of the Walnut and Black Mountains. \nSchedule:\n9:30 am: Welcome and introductions\n9:45 am: Instructional time\, near the barn\n10:30 am: Planting time\n12:00 pm: Lunch and hike (please bring your own lunch)\nNo prior experience needed. Please dress warmly in layers\, with sturdy footwear. Tools and work gloves will be provided (but if you have gloves you prefer to use\, please bring them).\nAbout our presenting partner: RiverLink\, an environmental non-profit and land trust\, is dedicated to promoting the environmental and economic vitality of the French Broad River and its watershed for all. \nThis workshop event is FREE for all to attend. However\, pre-registration is required. More information\, including directions\, will be sent via email to registered attendees.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/streambank-restoration-at-sahcs-jenkins-branch-farm/
LOCATION:SAHC Jenkins Branch Farm\, 469 Jenkins Valley Road\, Alexander\, NC\, 28701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260131T100000
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SUMMARY:Fermentation Class for Beginners (with Queeney Foods LLC)
DESCRIPTION:Join Colleen Queeney of Queeney Foods LLC (Queeney Kimchi) for a 2-hour Beginner Class on Fermentation. You’ll learn all about how to ferment foods\, taste different fermented foods and go home with your own personally flavored sauerkraut to ferment at home. Cost is $50 per person.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/fermentation-class-for-beginners-with-queeney-foods-llc/
LOCATION:WNC FoodWorks\, 570 Brevard Rd.\, Unit 9\, Asheville\, NC\, 28806\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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SUMMARY:Love Your Fruit Trees\, Learn to Prune
DESCRIPTION:Master the art of fruit tree pruning at the perfect time of year! \nLearn essential pruning and training techniques while trees are dormant—the ideal window for shaping fruit trees for health\, productivity\, and easier harvest. Whether you’re managing a backyard orchard or want to improve your fruit production\, this hands-on workshop will give you the confidence to prune with purpose. \nWhat You’ll Learn: \nProper Tool Selection: Which pruning tools to use for different cuts and tree sizes\, plus how to maintain them for clean\, healthy cuts.\nPruning Techniques: How to identify and remove dead\, diseased\, or crossing branches while opening up the canopy for better light and air circulation.\nTraining Young Trees: Shape developing trees to establish strong structure and encourage earlier fruiting.\nFruiting Shrub Techniques: Apply the same principles to blueberries and other fruiting shrubs for maximum berry production.\nHands-on Practice: Work on real trees during the workshop—bring your own tools and get direct feedback on your technique. \nThis approximately 3-hour class includes plenty of time for questions about your specific trees and personalized advice for your orchard challenges. Perfectly timed for late winter pruning\, you’ll leave ready to tackle your own trees with confidence.
URL:https://asapconnections.org/community-event/love-your-fruit-trees-learn-to-prune/
LOCATION:Winding Stair Farm\, 57 Saunders Rd.\, Franklin\, NC\, 28734\, United States
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