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SUMMARY:2024 Farm Workshop: Planning and Planting Food Forest Systems on Contour\, Part 1
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, Feb. 29 from 10 am to 4 pm \nAgroforestry and food forests are terms describing a diverse planting of edible plants that attempts to mimic the ecosystems and patterns found in nature for a variety of social and environmental benefits. If you don’t know much about agroforestry\, we have great news — we are starting our second agroforestry project at the SAHC Community Farm. \nAlong with Contour Lines Corp we will be leading the planting of a 3-acre diversified food forest which will feature a number of fruit trees and native support trees planted on contour in a system of berms and swales.  This is a unique demonstration project on conservation land\, which will be managed in perpetuity so that we can all learn about the numerous benefits and beauty of perennial agroforestry and food forest systems. \nFolks will receive a solid introduction on how to plan and plant a food forest agroforestry site that includes hundreds of fruit and support trees on a berm and swale contour system. Some species we will be planting include Black Locust\, Willow\, Cottonwood\, Elderberry\, Mulberry\, Persimmon\, Apple\, Pear\, Blueberry\, Fig and Peaches. \nJoin us\, rain or shine\, for all or any part of the day to learn\, observe\, and take part in planting if you choose. Please bring a water bottle\, gloves\, raincoat/work clothes if you’re planting; tools will be provided. \nLunch will be provided midway between our morning classroom portion\, and then the rest of the day will be hands-on work. \nLocation: SAHC Community Farm at 180 Mag Sluder Road\, Alexander\, NC 28701 \nQuestions: Contact Community Farm Manager Chris Link at chris@appalachian.org. \nPre-registration is requested. Suggested donation $20; no one turned away for inability to pay. \nSAHC received a $6\,000 Catalyzing Agroforestry Grant to support this project\, and nonprofit organization Contour Lines  Corp. (contourlines.org) is donating plant material\, design and expertise for hands-on workshops to help execute the silvopasture project on the SAHC Community Farm. The Catalyzing Agroforestry Grants Program is an initiative funded by the Appalachian Beginning Forest Farming Coalition (ABFFC) and Edwards Mother Earth Foundation (EMEF) that is managed by Virginia Tech University in partnership with Rural Action\, Appalachian Sustainable Development\, The Yew Mountain Center\, North Carolina State University. \nRegister for Workshop\n\n\nSAHC Community Farm work is funded in part by grants from The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina\, a grant from the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program (under grant award number 2021-70033-35717)\, and a cost-share grant from USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service.
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/2024-farm-workshop-planning-and-planting-food-forest-systems-on-contour-part-1/
LOCATION:SAHC Community Farm (Event Venue)\, 180 Mag Sluder Road\, Alexander\, NC\, 28701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farm Workshop Series,Upcoming
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SUMMARY:2024 SAHC Community Farm Volunteer Workday - April
DESCRIPTION:Date: Friday\, April 12th\nTime: Starting at 10:30 AM\nLocation: SAHC Community Farm\nJoin us for a public volunteer workday at the SAHC Community Farm in Alexander\, NC. The focus is on planting trees and cover crops in our new food forest and silvopasture area totaling 17 acres. All ages and backgrounds are welcome. Engage with the land\, learn regenerative farming practices\, and make a tangible impact on our local ecosystem and foodshed.  \nIf you have any questions\, please reach out to travis@appalachian.org. \nRegistration for this event is REQUIRED. Please register below.
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/2024-sahc-community-farm-volunteer-workday/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Farm Workshop Series,Upcoming,Volunteer Opportunity
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240418T130000
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SUMMARY:2024 Farm Workshop: Utopian Seed Project - Tropical Perennials as Temperate Annuals
DESCRIPTION:When: Thursday\, April 18th\n\nFrom: 1 pm to 3 pm\nLocation: SAHC Community Farm\nTropical perennials can be stunning plants offering a diverse diet for a changing climate. Join The Utopian Seed Project’s Chris Smith in a workshop that will cover the complete growing cycle\, including storage and re-sprouting for a range of crops including: taro\, arrowroot\, yacon\, turmeric\, ginger\, water chestnut\, chayote\, sweet potato\, ube\, and cassava. \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n#ClimateAction begins at home – or in your home garden! Join us on Thursday April 18 (1-3 pm) for a special Farm Education Workshop\, as Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy teams up with award-winning growers from The Utopian Seed Project at the SAHC Community Farm in Alexander\, NC. Learn about tropical perennials that thrive in the Appalachian mountains. You can grow tropical perennials as temperate zone annuals – reducing the impact of importing goods from far away AND creating a more diverse\, resilient food system in your local community. This workshop will be appropriate for multiple scales of production – for everyone from the home gardener to commercial operations. \n“Adapting growing techniques to the region creates a high level of climate resilience; it’s one of the best ways to respond to climate change\,” says SAHC Community Farm Manager Chris Link. “These varieties are selected for their ability to grow in our local environment\, and to withstand the fluctuations of weather extremes. Come to the workshop and learn how to adapt new food crops to our region for more resilient food systems that can handle the stress of a varying climate.” \nThe Utopian Seed Project is experimenting with open-field cultivation\, not greenhouse production\, so growing these crops is accessible to everyone. It’s planting time\, so we’ll have plenty of show and tell to explore these crops! \nPre-registration is requested. Suggested donation $20; no one turned away for inability to pay. \nRegister for workshop below:\n\n\n\nFunded in part by a grant from The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina. This material is based upon work that is supported by the National Institute of Food and Agriculture\, U.S. Department of Agriculture\, under award number 2016-70017-25341 for Farm Pathways: Integrating Farmer Training with Land Access. Any opinions\, findings\, conclusions\, or recommendations expressed in this publication are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the view of the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/2024-farm-workshop-utopian-seed-project-tropical-perennials-as-temperate-annuals/
LOCATION:SAHC Community Farm (Event Venue)\, 180 Mag Sluder Road\, Alexander\, NC\, 28701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farm Workshop Series,Upcoming,Workshop
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SUMMARY:2024 Farm Planning & Design Workshop: Climate Resilience
DESCRIPTION:When: Tuesday\, December 17 from 1 pm – 4 pm\nWhere: SAHC Community Farm (180 Mag Sluder Road Alexander\, NC 28701)\n\nAre you looking for the perfect farm property but not sure how to create the best plan for your land? Join us for an introduction to planning and layout of land for small-scale farming with a focus on climate-resilient design. \nOur case study for this process will be a property just around the corner from the SAHC Community Farm in Alexander. We will have a virtual “walk through” site analysis of the property’s conditions using a number of land planning tools\, with a Permaculture approach. We will inventory conditions such as soils\, water\, wind\, aspect and more to create a multi-layered map of the site as a base for decision making. Using this information\, we will actively draw up together a concept for the site\, which addresses some of the needs and challenges identified in the analysis phase.  Through this design process we will cover how to avoid making a $10\,000 “bad decision” when beginning with infrastructure improvements. \nThis workshop will be particularly appropriate for participants who already own or lease land\, as well as those who plan to do so in the future. Our focus will be on growers and how best to make design decisions for resiliency. \nPre-registration is required. Farm workshop fee is $20; no one turned away for inability to pay. \nFill out registration form below to sign up for this workshop.\n\n\n  \n\n   \nSAHC Community Farm work is funded in part by grants from The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina\, a grant from the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program (under grant award number 2021-70033-35717)\, and a cost-share grant from USDA Natural Resources Conservati
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/2024-farm-planning-design-workshop-climate-resilience/
LOCATION:SAHC Community Farm (Event Venue)\, 180 Mag Sluder Road\, Alexander\, NC\, 28701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farm Workshop Series,Upcoming
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SUMMARY:2025 Agroforestry Workshop: Pruning our Silvopasture Project
DESCRIPTION:When: Saturday\, February 1 from 10 am – 12 pm\nWhere: SAHC Community Farm (180 Mag Sluder Road Alexander\, NC 28701)\nWe will explore the science and strategies behind pruning trees and shrubs for agroforestry systems. The class will discuss the botany of pruning and strategies for silvopasture\, alley cropping\, food forests\, windbreaks\, and riparian buffers. We will discuss the differences in pruning for fruit\, nut\, timber\, fodder and mulch production. Participants will leave understanding how to prune trees to control growth and optimize yields. \nAbout the Presenter:\n \nThomas Leonard is an agroforestry consultant and regenerative farmer.  He is passionate about sustainable agriculture and social justice.  As cofounder of Contour Lines\, Corp.\, he provides agroforestry grants to over 14k farmers and has planted over 3 million trees.  Thomas is also a Carbon Farm Planner for Seed2Shirt\, on the Organic Growers School’s Board of Directors\, and farms/consults as Modern Harvest Farms\, LLC. \nPre-registration is required. Farm workshop fee is $20; no one turned away for inability to pay. \nRegistration for this workshop is now closed.\n  \n  \n\n   \nSAHC Community Farm work is funded in part by grants from The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina\, a grant from the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program (under grant award number 2021-70033-35717)\, and a cost-share grant from USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service. \n  \n 
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/agroforestry-workshop-pruning-silvopasture/
LOCATION:SAHC Community Farm (Event Venue)\, 180 Mag Sluder Road\, Alexander\, NC\, 28701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farm Workshop Series,Upcoming
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SUMMARY:Organic Growers School Pre-Conference Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, March 14 – Pre-Conference Class at SAHC Community Farm\nWater Wise Management for a Changing Climate\nJoin Pat Battle from Living Web Farm and Thomas Leonard from Contour Lines for a comprehensive workshop on water management strategies. Participants will learn about stream restoration\, contour farming\, and agroforestry practices with demonstrations\, a site tour\, and a panel discussion featuring experienced farmers addressing water management challenges.  This class will include hands on activities including the opportunity to get behind the controls of an excavator\, tour\, and tree planting.\n\n\n\n\nOrganic Growers School Spring 2025 Conference\n\nOn March 15-16\, Organic Growers School (OGS) will host its 2025 Spring Conference at Mars Hill University. Pre-conference classes are being held at Warren Wilson College and the SAHC Community Farm. This year’s theme\, Resilience\, Recovery\, and Renewal\, focuses on rebuilding stronger\, more sustainable communities following Hurricane Helene while equipping attendees with tools and knowledge for long-term resilience. \nSince its inception in 1993\, the Spring Conference has grown into the Southeast’s largest gathering of farmers\, gardeners\, educators\, and sustainability advocates. The 2025 event combines OGS’s hallmark practical education with new offerings tailored to meet today’s challenges\, including: \n\nNew Workshop Tracks: Explore three tailored tracks focusing on urgent topics related to rebuilding. These include solar and other off-grid systems\, mutual aid\, resilience practices such as cooking and food preservation\, and understanding water and soil contamination\, among others.\nCore Curriculum: OGS will continue to offer a familiar core curriculum for gardeners\, farmers\, and those interested in sustainable living. It will feature over 32 workshops across eight tracks\, including Gardening\, Soils\, and Mushrooms.\nExpert Speakers: Learn from leading voices like Ben Hartman (The Lean Farm)\, Dan Brisebois (The Seed Farmer)\, Pam Dawling (Year-Round Market Farming)\, Ira Wallace (Southern Exposure Seed Exchange)\, Kamal Bell (Sankofa Farm) and Chris Smith & Chris Keeve (The Collard Atlas). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSouthern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy is proud to be a “Farm Pathways” partner with Organic Growers School and NC Farmlink.  \n\n\n \nSAHC’s Community Farm is funded in part by grants from The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina\, the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program (for Beginning Farmer Success – Farm Pathways to Long-Term Land Tenure)\, and a cost-share grant from USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service.
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/organic-growers-school-pre-conference-workshop/
LOCATION:SAHC Community Farm (Event Venue)\, 180 Mag Sluder Road\, Alexander\, NC\, 28701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farm Workshop Series,Upcoming,Workshop
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DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250724T150000
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SUMMARY:2025 Farmer Education Workshop: Value-Added Products and Community Kitchen
DESCRIPTION:When: Thursday\, July 24 from 1 to 3 pm\n\nWhere: SAHC Community Farm at 180 Mag Sluder Road\, Alexander\, NC 28701\nCost: $30\n\nAre you interested in producing a value-added product but have a lot of questions? \nWe will host a workshop in the Value-Added Kitchen facility at the SAHC Community Farm\, where you will learn the process from start to finish of how to go about creating a “product” from your fresh products/raw ingredients. \nYou will be connected with the certifying agency so you can sell both at market and in-store.  During the second portion of the workshop we will teach a short Food Safety and Kitchen Sanitation Class which will allow you to sign-up to access the kitchen for use. \nOur aim is to provide a kitchen that is certified and fully equipped at a cost that will “make sense” financially for farmers to take a chance at producing a product that will be more valuable\, potentially shelf stable and marketable to a larger customer base.
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/2025-farmer-education-workshop-value-added-products-and-community-kitchen/
LOCATION:SAHC Community Farm (Event Venue)\, 180 Mag Sluder Road\, Alexander\, NC\, 28701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farm Workshop Series,Upcoming,Workshop
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SUMMARY:August 2025 SAHC Community Farm Tour
DESCRIPTION:Date: Tuesday\, August 26\nTime: Starting at 9:30 am\nWhere: SAHC Community Farm\nDistance: 2.5 miles \nDifficulty: Moderately Strenuous (5/10)\, several steep inclines are present on this trail\nCost: FREE for SAHC Members\, $10 for non-members\nRegistration: Pre-registration is REQUIRED\nJoin us for a Guided Hike at the SAHC Community Farm \nWhat can you see on the Discovery Trail at the Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy’s Community Farm in Alexander\, NC? The 2.5-mile loop winds through sunlit fields and shady forest edges\, providing views to showcase the vibrant beauty of the farm. Learn about the positive aspects of agroforestry as you walk through silvopasture demonstration project\, see apple trees growing in the Food Forest orchard\, stroll through the youth-friendly Story Walk\, discover how stream buffers help protect water quality\, and check out the growing areas for SAHC’s Farm Incubator Program. \nAs you explore the 140-acre property\, you may encounter Scottish Highland cattle grazing in the pastures\, white-tailed deer moving quietly through the woods\, or hawks soaring overhead. Summer is a lively time on the farm\, when native pollinator plants blooms\, birds and wildlife are active\, and our conservation and agriculture projects are on full display. \n Whether you’re a nature enthusiast\, photographer\, or someone curious about regenerative agriculture\, this hike offers an inspiring look at how conservation and farming can work hand in hand. \nPlease note that the SAHC Community Farm is an active site not open to the public outside of scheduled events. To protect this space and ensure a positive experience for all\, pre-registration is required. After registering\, you’ll receive directions\, meeting instructions\, and other important details a couple days prior to the event date. It’s crucial to note that a significant portion of the hike may not be disability accessible. \nIf you have any questions please email Erin Goodpaster at erin@appalachian.org. \nTo Register for this Hike\, Fill Out Form Below:
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/august-2025-sahc-community-farm-tour/
LOCATION:SAHC Community Farm (Event Venue)\, 180 Mag Sluder Road\, Alexander\, NC\, 28701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hikes and Outings,SAHC Community Farm,Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250830T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250830T130000
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SUMMARY:2025 Farmer Education Workshop: Small Engine Maintenance and Repair
DESCRIPTION:When: Saturday\, August 30 from 10 am to 1 pm\nWhere: SAHC Community Farm\, 228 Mag Sluder Road\, Alexander\, NC 28701\nCost: $20\n \nPlease join us at the SAHC Community farm for a small engine workshop. \nWe will host a classroom presentation and discussion followed by hands-on engine maintenance and repair work to help you feel empowered to tackle your own equipment issues and keep machines running better for years.   \nDuring the workshop\, we will have a 55 hp tractor\, two-wheel walk behind\, Mule side-by-side and smaller engines on-site to reference.   \nLearn how to save time and money by doing your own repairs on small engines like lawn mowers and other small machinery. Diagnose and repair common problems with 2 and 4-stroke engines. Avoid costly repairs by learning maintenance\, proper fluids\, and appropriate settings to promote long lasting use.  We will also facilitate a short discussion on the pros and cons of battery powered equipment and take a look at an electric lawnmower\, weed eater and chainsaw. \n** Please note – this workshop will be held at the Farmstand entrance to the farm – 228 Mag Sluder Road ** \n\nRegistration for this workshop has closed. Please join us for our next Farm Education Workshop! Future dates TBA.
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/2025-farmer-education-workshop-small-engine-maintenance-and-repair/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Farm Workshop Series,Upcoming,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250926T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250926T140000
DTSTAMP:20250905T123554Z
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SUMMARY:2025 September SAHC Community Farm Hike
DESCRIPTION:Date: Friday\, September 26\nTime: Starting at 12:00 pm\nWhere: SAHC Community Farm\nDistance: 2.0 miles \nDifficulty: Moderately Strenuous (5/10)\, several steep inclines are present on this trail\nCost: FREE for SAHC Members\, $10 for non-members\nRegistration: Pre-registration is REQUIRED\nJoin us for a Guided Hike at the SAHC Community Farm \nWhat can you see on the Discovery Trail at the Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy’s Community Farm in Alexander\, NC? The 2.0-mile loop winds through sunlit fields and shady forest edges\, providing views to showcase the vibrant beauty of the farm. Learn about the positive aspects of agroforestry as you walk through silvopasture demonstration project\, see apple trees growing in the Food Forest orchard\, stroll through the youth-friendly Story Walk\, discover how stream buffers help protect water quality\, and check out the growing areas for SAHC’s Farm Incubator Program. \nAs you explore the 140-acre property\, you may encounter Scottish Highland cattle grazing in the pastures\, white-tailed deer moving quietly through the woods\, or hawks soaring overhead. Summer is a lively time on the farm\, when native pollinator plants blooms\, birds and wildlife are active\, and our conservation and agriculture projects are on full display. \nWhether you’re a nature enthusiast\, photographer\, or someone curious about regenerative agriculture\, this hike offers an inspiring look at how conservation and farming can work hand in hand. \nPlease note that the SAHC Community Farm is an active site not open to the public outside of scheduled events. To protect this space and ensure a positive experience for all\, pre-registration is required. After registering\, you’ll receive directions\, meeting instructions\, and other important details a couple days prior to the event date. It’s crucial to note that a significant portion of the hike may not be disability accessible. \nIf you have any questions please email Erin Goodpaster at erin@appalachian.org \nTo Register for this Hike\, Fill Out Form Below:\n 
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/2025-september-sahc-community-farm-hike/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Hikes and Outings,SAHC Community Farm,Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251011T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251011T130000
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SUMMARY:2025 Fire Safety and Land Management
DESCRIPTION:When: Saturday\, Oct. 11 from 10 am to 1 pm\nWhere: SAHC Community Farm – 180 Mag Sluder Rd\, Alexander\, NC\n\nSouthern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy is partnering with Blue Ridge RC&D\, Mountain Valleys RC&D\, Carolina Land and Lakes\, Piedmont Prescribed Burn Association\, and NC Forest Service to host a Fire Safety and Land Management Workshop. The training will include an introduction to forest management at the SAHC Community Farm\, firewise basics\, homeowner risk assessments\, information about prescribed fire as a land management strategy\, landscape-scale wildlife preparedness\, and more. We will have training and discussion time in the Education and Event building at the farm as well as a walk on the property.\n\n\n\nLunch will be provided. This event is free to attend\, but registration is required so that we can plan for the day\, including lunch.\n\n\n\nFill Out Form to Register to Attend Fire Safety and Land Management Workshop\n\n\nAbout the Presenting Partners:\n\n\nMountain Valleys RC&D\nMountain Valleys RC&D (Resource Conservation and Development) is a non-profit organization dedicated to sustainable stewardship of forest resources that operates in eight counties in Western North Carolina\, inlcuding Buncombe County.  Communities near forests or other undeveloped areas are vulnerable to wildfires because they’re essentially surrounded by fuel.  Prescribed burning is a useful technique for managing forests\, however\, there are also many proactive steps that a community or individual homeowner can take to reduce the risk of loss; such as fuel reduction around the home\, maintaining clear gutters\, and fire resistant construction.  Mountain Valleys RC&D works with communities and governmental/private organizations to educate homeowners on how to best protect their property. \n  \nCommunity Wildfire Protection Plans (CWPP)\nCarolina Land and Lakes was awarded the USDA Community Wildfire Defense Grant (CWDG) in FY22 and FY23 to update and create Community Wildfire Protection Plans (CWPP) in 27 Counties in NC and for the Qualla Boundary of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians. These counties are considered to have a High to Very High Wildfire Potential\, are Low Income and have experienced a natural disaster which has increased their wildfire risk. The CWPPs are developed at the fire district level to identify available resources and possible community actions to reduce fuels and structural ignitability. \nPiedmont Prescribed Burn Association\nWe are a community-based organization dedicated to increasing access to prescribed fire on lands in the Piedmont of North Carolina. The Piedmont Prescribed Burn Association welcomes individuals who are passionate about supporting conservation initiatives\, including private landowners\, natural resource professionals\, students\, and the general public. Together\, we strive to foster a collaborative environment to promote the responsible use of prescribed fire for the benefit of our local landscape.
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/2025-fire-safety-and-land-management/
LOCATION:SAHC Community Farm (Event Venue)\, 180 Mag Sluder Road\, Alexander\, NC\, 28701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farm Workshop Series,SAHC Community Farm,Upcoming,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251026T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251026T180000
DTSTAMP:20251015T194852Z
CREATED:20251015T193251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T194852Z
UID:28946-1761498000-1761501600@appalachian.org
SUMMARY:Sunset Yoga on the Farm
DESCRIPTION:Where: SAHC Community Farm\nGentle Flow Yoga\nCost: Free for Members\, $10 for Non-members (Pre-Registration is Required!)\nBring your own mat\n  \nJoin Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy on Sunday\, October 26th for a gentle 60 minute yoga session at the SAHC Community Farm in Alexander\, NC led by our Outreach Program Manager\, Erin Goodpaster. This class is suitable for beginners as well as experienced students. This class will offer some flow\, including some movements up and down off of the mat. Postures may include\, but are not limited to\, sitting\, hands & knees\, standing poses\, balancing poses\, etc. Expect lots of modifications and cues to help you have the safest practice possible. This flow will be a relaxing way to wind down with the sunset and ease your way into the coming week. \nAfter our flow\, we will have some fall treats and beverages offered in our Education Center. \nErin is a certified 200 hr yoga instructor and has been practicing yoga since 2015. \n  \nAfter registering\, you’ll receive directions\, meeting instructions\, and other important details a couple days prior to the event date. If you have any questions please email SAHC Outreach Program Manager\, Erin Goodpaster at erin@appalachian.org \n  \nCost – Free for Members\, $10 for Non-members\, (Pre-Registration is Required Below!)
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/sunset-yoga-on-the-farm/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Hikes and Outings,SAHC Community Farm,Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251109T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251109T113000
DTSTAMP:20251016T153234Z
CREATED:20251016T141054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T153234Z
UID:28974-1762684200-1762687800@appalachian.org
SUMMARY:2025 November Community Farm Hike
DESCRIPTION:Date: Sunday\, November 9th\nTime: Starting at 10:30 AM\nWhere: SAHC Community Farm\nDistance: 2.0 miles \nDifficulty: Moderately Strenuous (5/10)\, several steep inclines are present on this trail\nCost: FREE for SAHC Members\, $10 for non-members\nRegistration: Pre-registration is REQUIRED\nJoin us for a Guided Hike at the SAHC Community Farm \nWhat can you see on the Discovery Trail at the Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy’s Community Farm in Alexander\, NC? The 2.0-mile loop winds through sunlit fields and shady forest edges\, providing views to showcase the vibrant beauty of the farm. Learn about the positive aspects of agroforestry as you walk through silvopasture demonstration project\, see apple trees growing in the Food Forest orchard\, stroll through the youth-friendly Story Walk\, discover how stream buffers help protect water quality\, and check out the growing areas for SAHC’s Farm Incubator Program. \nAs you explore the 140-acre property\, you may encounter Scottish Highland cattle grazing in the pastures\, white-tailed deer moving quietly through the woods\, or hawks soaring overhead. Summer is a lively time on the farm\, when native pollinator plants blooms\, birds and wildlife are active\, and our conservation and agriculture projects are on full display. \nWhether you’re a nature enthusiast\, photographer\, or someone curious about regenerative agriculture\, this hike offers an inspiring look at how conservation and farming can work hand in hand. \nPlease note that the SAHC Community Farm is an active site not open to the public outside of scheduled events. To protect this space and ensure a positive experience for all\, pre-registration is required. After registering\, you’ll receive directions\, meeting instructions\, and other important details a couple days prior to the event date. It’s crucial to note that a significant portion of the hike may not be disability accessible. \nIf you have any questions please email Erin Goodpaster at erin@appalachian.org \nTo Register for this Hike\, Fill Out Form Below:
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/28974/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Focus Area Feature Hikes,Hikes and Outings,SAHC Community Farm,Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260129T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260129T140000
DTSTAMP:20260127T163027Z
CREATED:20260113T202057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T163027Z
UID:29634-1769679000-1769695200@appalachian.org
SUMMARY:2026 Farm Workshop: Streambank Restoration at SAHC's Jenkins Branch Farm
DESCRIPTION:Date: Thursday\, January 29\nTime: Starting at 12:00 PM\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:\n\n12:00 pm: Welcome and introductions\n12:15 pm: Instructional time\, near the barn\n1:00 pm: Planting time\n2:30 pm: Lunch and hike (please bring your own lunch)\n\n\n\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).\n\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. \nRegistration for this workshop is now CLOSED.\nTo be placed on a waiting list\, please contact Erin Goodpaster at erin@appalachian.org.
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/2026-farm-workshop-stream-bank-restoration-at-sahcs-jenkins-branch-farm/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Farm Workshop Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260214T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260214T150000
DTSTAMP:20260121T191156Z
CREATED:20260116T203106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T191156Z
UID:29653-1771066800-1771081200@appalachian.org
SUMMARY:EcoPrinted Patterns - Galaxita Workshop at SAHC Community Farm
DESCRIPTION:EcoPrinted Patterns Workshop \n\nDATE: Saturday February 14\, 2026\nTIME: 11:00am – 3:00 pm\nCOST: $115 person \nDISCOUNTS: SAHC members get $10 OFF / Returning Students get $20 OFF\n\nMax of 12 students \n\n \nDescription:\nCreate unexpected repeat patterns with botanical prints.  Join artist Meredith Law to unlock botanical pigments.  We will use dried botanicals on cotton\, silk\, & linen.  After steam printing\, we will explore how iron water can make dark contrasting prints & natural dye baths can add bold color. We will go from the basics to some more advanced concepts – so there will be something for everyone.\n\nAll materials are provided\, so you’ll leave with 2 wearable pieces of fiber art! \n*Enjoy a treat for yourself on Valentine’s Day and make a gift for someone you love. \n\n\nMaterials provided: \n\nDried botanicals\nNatural dyes & modifiers\nPre-treated fabrics to experiment on\nReady-to-print cotton bandana & silk scarf \nAprons & gloves\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nBio – Meredith Law:\n\nI’m a naturalist\, artist\, and event designer who gets excited about the tiniest details.  With a BFA in sculpture and a degree in botany\, my passion lies in collecting unusual pieces from nature and creating elegant things out of the unexpected.  For my event design company\, I act as art director\, illustrator\, and event brand ambassador making sure every detail tells a story.  But what I really love is teaching folks to make beautiful things by exploring where nature meets art.\n\nInstagram: @meredithlawdesign
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/ecoprinted-patterns-galaxita-workshop-at-sahc-community-farm/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Farm Workshop Series,SAHC Community Farm
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260221T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260221T130000
DTSTAMP:20260218T154946Z
CREATED:20260116T204339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T154946Z
UID:29659-1771668000-1771678800@appalachian.org
SUMMARY:Wool Landscapes - Galaxita Workshop at SAHC Community Farm
DESCRIPTION:Wool Landscape Workshop (Saturday Class)\n\n\nDATE: Saturday February 21\, 2026 \nTIME: 10:00 am – 1:00 pm \nCOST: $95 person  \nDISCOUNTS: SAHC members get $10 OFF / Returning Students get $20 OFF \n\nMax of 15 students \n\n \nDescription:\nExplore the creative galaxy of wool painting.  Join artist Meredith Law to paint a landscape using fiber as your paint and a needle as your brush. \nGather around a communal table filled with soft\, colorful wool roving\, pre-made rustic wood frames\, and watercolor templates to guide your composition. No art experience is required.  Meredith will guide you through the process of layering and sculpting wool to create a beautifully textured landscape. \nAll materials are provided\, so you’ll leave with a ready-to-hang piece of fiber art you can gift to someone you love. \nMaterials provided:\n\nfelted canvas\nwool roving\nsalvaged wood frame\nfelting needles \nfelting pad\nwatercolor templates\n\n\n\n\n\nBio – Meredith Law:\nI’m a naturalist\, artist\, and event designer who gets excited about the tiniest details.  With a BFA in sculpture and a degree in botany\, my passion lies in collecting unusual pieces from nature and creating elegant things out of the unexpected.  For my event design company\, I act as art director\, illustrator\, and event brand ambassador making sure every detail tells a story.  But what I really love is teaching folks to make beautiful things by exploring where nature meets art. \nInstagram: @meredithlawdesign \n\nWebsite: galaxita.com
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/wool-landscapes-galaxita-workshop-at-sahc-community-farm/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Farm Workshop Series,SAHC Community Farm
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260222T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260222T170000
DTSTAMP:20260218T155107Z
CREATED:20260116T204601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T155107Z
UID:29663-1771768800-1771779600@appalachian.org
SUMMARY:Wool Landscapes - Galaxita Workshop at SAHC Community Farm
DESCRIPTION:Wool Landscape Workshop (Sunday Class)\n\n\nDATE: Sunday February 22\, 2026 \nTIME: 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm \nCOST: $95 person  \nDISCOUNTS: SAHC members get $10 OFF / Returning Students get $20 OFF \n\nMax of 15 students \n\n \nDescription:\nExplore the creative galaxy of wool painting.  Join artist Meredith Law to paint a landscape using fiber as your paint and a needle as your brush. \nGather around a communal table filled with soft\, colorful wool roving\, pre-made rustic wood frames\, and watercolor templates to guide your composition. No art experience is required.  Meredith will guide you through the process of layering and sculpting wool to create a beautifully textured landscape. \nAll materials are provided\, so you’ll leave with a ready-to-hang piece of fiber art you can gift to someone you love. \nMaterials provided:\n\nfelted canvas\nwool roving\nsalvaged wood frame\nfelting needles \nfelting pad\nwatercolor templates\n\n\n\n\n\nBio – Meredith Law:\nI’m a naturalist\, artist\, and event designer who gets excited about the tiniest details.  With a BFA in sculpture and a degree in botany\, my passion lies in collecting unusual pieces from nature and creating elegant things out of the unexpected.  For my event design company\, I act as art director\, illustrator\, and event brand ambassador making sure every detail tells a story.  But what I really love is teaching folks to make beautiful things by exploring where nature meets art. \nInstagram: @meredithlawdesign \nWebsite: galaxita.com
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/wool-landscapes-galaxita-workshop-at-sahc-community-farm-2/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Farm Workshop Series,SAHC Community Farm
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260319T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260319T160000
DTSTAMP:20260318T191123Z
CREATED:20260227T170333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T191123Z
UID:30014-1773925200-1773936000@appalachian.org
SUMMARY:2026 Farm Workshop: Planning & Design - Climate Resilience
DESCRIPTION:Farm Planning & Design: Climate Resilience\nWhen: Thursday\, March 19\, 1 – 4 pm\nWhere: SAHC Community Farm\, 180 Mag Sluder Road Alexander\, NC 28701\n\nAre you looking for the perfect farm property but not sure how to create the best plan for your land? Join us for an introduction to planning and layout of land for small-scale farming with a focus on climate-resilient design. \nOur case study for this process will be a property just around the corner from the SAHC Community Farm in Alexander. We will have a virtual “walk through” site analysis of the property’s conditions using a number of land planning tools\, with a Permaculture approach. We will inventory conditions such as soils\, water\, wind\, aspect and more to create a multi-layered map of the site as a base for decision making. Using this information\, we will actively draw up together a concept for the site\, which addresses some of the needs and challenges identified in the analysis phase.  Through this design process we will cover how to avoid making a $10\,000 “bad decision” when beginning with infrastructure improvements. \nThis workshop will be particularly appropriate for participants who already own or lease land\, as well as those who plan to do so in the future. Our focus will be on growers and how best to make design decisions for resiliency. \n\n  \nPre-registration is required. Farm workshop fee is $20; no one turned away for inability to pay. \nFor questions\, contact SAHC Community Farm Manager Chris Link\, chris@appalachian.org. \nRegistration for this workshop has now closed.\n  \n\n  \n\n  \nSAHC Community Farm work is funded in part by grants from The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina\, a grant from the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program (under grant award number 2021-70033-35717)\, and a cost-share grant from USDA Natural Resources Conservati
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/2026-farm-workshop-planning-design-climate-resilience/
LOCATION:SAHC Community Farm (Event Venue)\, 180 Mag Sluder Road\, Alexander\, NC\, 28701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farm Workshop Series,SAHC Community Farm,Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260416T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260416T160000
DTSTAMP:20260227T171252Z
CREATED:20260227T171252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T171252Z
UID:30021-1776344400-1776355200@appalachian.org
SUMMARY:2026 Farm Workshop: Small Engine Maintenance and Repair
DESCRIPTION:When: Thursday\, April 16 1 – 4 pm\n\nWhere: SAHC Community Farm\, 180 Mag Sluder Road Alexander\, NC 28701\n\n\nPlease join us at the SAHC Community farm for a small engine workshop.  \nWe will host a classroom presentation and discussion followed by hands-on engine maintenance and repair work to help you feel empowered to tackle your own equipment issues and keep machines running better for years.  \nDuring the workshop\, we will have a 55 hp tractor\, two-wheel walk behind\, Mule side-by-side and smaller engines on-site to reference.  \nLearn how to save time and money by doing your own repairs on small engines like lawn mowers and other small machinery. Diagnose and repair common problems with 2 and 4-stroke engines. Avoid costly repairs by learning maintenance\, proper fluids\, and appropriate settings to promote long lasting use.  We will also facilitate a short discussion on the pros and cons of battery powered equipment and take a look at an electric lawnmower\, weed eater and chainsaw. \n  \nPre-registration is required. Farm workshop fee is $20; no one turned away for inability to pay. \nFor questions\, contact SAHC Community Farm Manager Chris Link\, chris@appalachian.org. \nTo sign up\, fill out the registration form below.\n\n\nThank you for your interest in a workshop with the Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy. Registration for this outing is closed at this time. Please check our calendar of events for additional opportunities to connect! \n\n  \n\n  \n\n  \nSAHC Community Farm work is funded in part by grants from The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina\, a grant from the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program (under grant award number 2021-70033-35717)\, and a cost-share grant from USDA Natural Resources Conservati
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/2026-farm-workshop-small-engine-maintenance-and-repair/
LOCATION:SAHC Community Farm (Event Venue)\, 180 Mag Sluder Road\, Alexander\, NC\, 28701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farm Workshop Series,SAHC Community Farm,Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260624T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260624T130000
DTSTAMP:20260602T165827Z
CREATED:20260601T152502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T165827Z
UID:30847-1782295200-1782306000@appalachian.org
SUMMARY:2026 June SAHC Community Farm Hike
DESCRIPTION:Date: Wednesday\, June 24th\nTime: Starting at 10:00 AM\nWhere: SAHC Community Farm\nDistance: 2.0 miles \nDifficulty: Moderately Strenuous (5/10)\, several steep inclines are present on this trail\nCost: FREE for SAHC Members\, $10 for non-members\nRegistration: Pre-registration is REQUIRED\nJoin us for a Guided Hike at the SAHC Community Farm \nWhat can you see on the Discovery Trail at the Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy’s Community Farm in Alexander\, NC? The 2.0-mile loop winds through sunlit fields and shady forest edges\, providing views to showcase the vibrant beauty of the farm. Learn about the positive aspects of agroforestry as you walk through silvopasture demonstration project\, see apple trees growing in the Food Forest orchard\, stroll through the youth-friendly Story Walk\, discover how stream buffers help protect water quality\, and check out the growing areas for SAHC’s Farm Incubator Program. \nAs you explore the 140-acre property\, you may encounter Scottish Highland cattle grazing in the pastures\, white-tailed deer moving quietly through the woods\, or hawks soaring overhead. Summer is a lively time on the farm\, when native pollinator plants blooms\, birds and wildlife are active\, and our conservation and agriculture projects are on full display. \nWhether you’re a nature enthusiast\, photographer\, or someone curious about regenerative agriculture\, this hike offers an inspiring look at how conservation and farming can work hand in hand. \nPlease note that the SAHC Community Farm is an active site not open to the public outside of scheduled events. To protect this space and ensure a positive experience for all\, pre-registration is required. After registering\, you’ll receive directions\, meeting instructions\, and other important details a couple days prior to the event date. It’s crucial to note that a significant portion of the hike may not be disability accessible. \nIf you have any questions please email Erin Goodpaster at erin@appalachian.org \nTo Register for this Hike\, Fill Out Form Below:
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/2026-june-sahc-community-farm-hike/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Hikes and Outings,SAHC Community Farm,Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260820T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260820T140000
DTSTAMP:20260715T162531Z
CREATED:20260715T162531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T162531Z
UID:31130-1787220000-1787234400@appalachian.org
SUMMARY:Stabilizing & Revegetating Streams: A Landowner Workshop
DESCRIPTION:What: FREE workshop on stabilizing and repairing streams\nWhen: Thursday\, August 20 from 10 am to 2 pm\nWhere: SAHC Community Farm\, 180 Mag Sluder Rd\, Alexander\, NC 28701\n\nDo you want to repair and stabilize stream banks on your property? Join Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy and our partners from Riverlink and USDA Natural Resource Conservation Service for an informative workshop paired with look at a successfully restored stream area. \n\n\nNRCS Working Lands for Wildlife and CHIRAM (Collaboration on Helene Impact and Recovery Assessment and Monitoring) are partnering with local nonprofits SAHC and Riverlink to this host outreach workshop for landowners in Buncombe County\, providing information and resources on best practices for streambank stabilization and revegetation. The workshops were created in response to needs identified following Helene\, with the goal of supporting communities and their recovery work\, particularly with private landowners. \n\n\n\nHosting and Presenting Partners:\n\n\n   \nPlanned Workshop Agenda\n\nMorning sessions\n9:45 – 10 am: Participants meet at the SAHC Community Farm Education Center\n10 – 10:30 am: Group Introductions\n10:30 – 11 am:  RiverLink presentation – Eli Smith\, Watershed Program Specialist\n11 – 11:30 am: NRCS presentation\n11:30 am – noon: SAHC presentation – Chris Link\, Community Farm Manager\n  \nBreak\n12 – 12:45 pm: Time for questions/conversations\, resource distribution\, lunch break (bring your own)\n  \nAfternoon Project Tour\n12:45 to 1:45 pm: Field tour of SAHC’s stream restoration project on the farm property\n1:45 – 2:15 pm: End of workshop wrap-up\n  \n\n\nFREE for attendees\, but pre-registration is required.\nSAHC Community Farm Manager Chris Link (chris@appalachian.org) will email additional info to registered participants prior to the event. To participate\, please fill out the registration form below.\n\n  \nWorkshop Registration\n\nThank you for your interest in a workshop with the Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy. Registration for this outing is closed at this time. Please check our calendar of events for additional opportunities to connect!
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/stabilizing-revegetating-streams-a-landowner-workshop/
LOCATION:SAHC Community Farm (Event Venue)\, 180 Mag Sluder Road\, Alexander\, NC\, 28701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farm Workshop Series,SAHC Community Farm,Upcoming
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