Ramona Santa Ysabel
may
Event Details
California is leading our nation with groundbreaking legislation that addresses climate change by keeping organic materials out of our landfills. As Californians are asked to rethink how they
Event Details
California is leading our nation with groundbreaking legislation that addresses climate change by keeping organic materials out of our landfills. As Californians are asked to rethink how they manage their food waste, businesses may be wondering: How can I be in compliance, and how will this affect my bottom line?
The County of San Diego and Solana Center are here to help you understand the new legislation and find opportunity in the coming changes. From saving money, to creating press opportunities, to addressing climate change and regional food insecurity, your business has a lot to gain while staying ahead of state regulations!
In this workshop, we will cover the following topics
- Organic waste legislation (SB 1383) that impacts your business
- Impacts of wasted food on your business and the environment
- Practical tips and strategies to prevent food waste and save money
- Guidance on food donation, liability protection, and tax incentives
Register: https://bit.ly/3BbF9kG
Made possible through generous funding by the County of San Diego
Time
(Wednesday) 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Location
Online
Organizer
Solana Center
Event Details
Join us on the first Saturday of every month for a Garden Swap! If you grow fruit and/or
Event Details
Join us on the first Saturday of every month for a Garden Swap!
If you grow fruit and/or vegetables and have more than you can eat, swap it!
This isn’t limited to just produce. We have swapped goat milk kefir, baked goods, seedlings, earthworms, plants, knitted items and more. If you make something – bring it to swap.
No cash will be tendered, this is good ol’ fashioned trading with your community members and a great way to meet like-minded friends.
Time
(Saturday) 8:45 am - 11:00 am
Location
Ramona Family Naturals
325 6th Street Ramona CA 92065
Organizer
Ramona Family Naturals(760) 787-5987
Event Details
Become a Master Composter! The five-week Master Composter course provides training in the art and science of composting. The course includes lectures, guest speakers, demonstrations, and a field
Event Details
Become a Master Composter! The five-week Master Composter course provides training in the art and science of composting. The course includes lectures, guest speakers, demonstrations, and a field trip.
- Minimize your carbon footprint. Keeping food and yard waste out of the landfill reduces harmful methane gas emissions.
- Use this “waste” to create amendments for your garden. Compost use reduces the need for synthetic fertilizers and pesticides.
- Reduce water use and increase water retention. Compost increases your soil’s water-holding capacity and improves water retention.
The Master Composter course provides training in the art and science of composting. The course includes lectures, demonstrations, and a field trip. The course covers the following topics:
- Traditional composting
- Compost bin building and troubleshooting (in teams!)
- Vermicomposting
- Bokashi
- Bugs in your compost pile
- Environmental impacts
- Much more!
Master Composter certification requires attendance at all 5 classes, as well as 30 volunteer hours of related community service. Meet new people in this fun, hands-on course and develop your composting knowledge, all while serving your community! Class size is limited.
This class will meet Saturdays from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM:
- Week 1 – May 7
- Week 2 – May 14
- Week 3 – May 21
- [No class on Memorial Day weekend]
- Week 4 – June 4
- Week 5 – June 11
Residents of unincorporated San Diego County will receive preferential registration. All others will be placed on a waitlist and apprised of space available 1-2 weeks before the start of the course.
SPECIAL OFFER! All participants will receive a free kitchen scrap container* after attending the first two classes.
Class graduates will receive their choice of the following*: 1 Soil Saver traditional compost bin, or 1 Wriggly Wranch vermicompost bin.
Hold your free spot: https://bit.ly/35qdoJo
This course has been made possible through generous funding from the County of San Diego. In partnership with the Spring Valley Branch Library.
*Limit 1 per household.
Time
(Saturday) 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Organizer
Solana Center
Event Details
May 12th, 2022 - 6:00 PM through 7:00 PM Join Solana Center and the Alpine Garden Club for this free workshop where you will learn the basics and many
Event Details
May 12th, 2022 – 6:00 PM through 7:00 PM
Join Solana Center and the Alpine Garden Club for this free workshop where you will learn the basics and many benefits of raising chickens at home. From producing beautiful, high-quality eggs, assisting in keeping waste out of the landfill, to protecting your garden from pests – chickens have a lot to offer! Plus, they are fun pets and are guaranteed to make you smile. Now that’s something to cluck about! Register in advance to hold your spot: https://bit.ly/3KYHO4S
Made possible through generous funding by the County of San Diego.
Time
(Thursday) 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location
Alpine Branch Library
1752 Alpine Blvd.
Organizer
Solana Center
Event Details
Become a Master Composter! The five-week Master Composter course provides training in the art and science of composting. The course includes lectures, guest speakers, demonstrations, and a field
Event Details
Become a Master Composter! The five-week Master Composter course provides training in the art and science of composting. The course includes lectures, guest speakers, demonstrations, and a field trip.
- Minimize your carbon footprint. Keeping food and yard waste out of the landfill reduces harmful methane gas emissions.
- Use this “waste” to create amendments for your garden. Compost use reduces the need for synthetic fertilizers and pesticides.
- Reduce water use and increase water retention. Compost increases your soil’s water-holding capacity and improves water retention.
The Master Composter course provides training in the art and science of composting. The course includes lectures, demonstrations, and a field trip. The course covers the following topics:
- Traditional composting
- Compost bin building and troubleshooting (in teams!)
- Vermicomposting
- Bokashi
- Bugs in your compost pile
- Environmental impacts
- Much more!
Master Composter certification requires attendance at all 5 classes, as well as 30 volunteer hours of related community service. Meet new people in this fun, hands-on course and develop your composting knowledge, all while serving your community! Class size is limited.
This class will meet Saturdays from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM:
- Week 1 – May 7
- Week 2 – May 14
- Week 3 – May 21
- [No class on Memorial Day weekend]
- Week 4 – June 4
- Week 5 – June 11
Residents of unincorporated San Diego County will receive preferential registration. All others will be placed on a waitlist and apprised of space available 1-2 weeks before the start of the course.
SPECIAL OFFER! All participants will receive a free kitchen scrap container* after attending the first two classes.
Class graduates will receive their choice of the following*: 1 Soil Saver traditional compost bin, or 1 Wriggly Wranch vermicompost bin.
Hold your free spot: https://bit.ly/35qdoJo
This course has been made possible through generous funding from the County of San Diego. In partnership with the Spring Valley Branch Library.
*Limit 1 per household.
Time
(Saturday) 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Organizer
Solana Center
Event Details
Become a Master Composter! The five-week Master Composter course provides training in the art and science of composting. The course includes lectures, guest speakers, demonstrations, and a field
Event Details
Become a Master Composter! The five-week Master Composter course provides training in the art and science of composting. The course includes lectures, guest speakers, demonstrations, and a field trip.
- Minimize your carbon footprint. Keeping food and yard waste out of the landfill reduces harmful methane gas emissions.
- Use this “waste” to create amendments for your garden. Compost use reduces the need for synthetic fertilizers and pesticides.
- Reduce water use and increase water retention. Compost increases your soil’s water-holding capacity and improves water retention.
The Master Composter course provides training in the art and science of composting. The course includes lectures, demonstrations, and a field trip. The course covers the following topics:
- Traditional composting
- Compost bin building and troubleshooting (in teams!)
- Vermicomposting
- Bokashi
- Bugs in your compost pile
- Environmental impacts
- Much more!
Master Composter certification requires attendance at all 5 classes, as well as 30 volunteer hours of related community service. Meet new people in this fun, hands-on course and develop your composting knowledge, all while serving your community! Class size is limited.
This class will meet Saturdays from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM:
- Week 1 – May 7
- Week 2 – May 14
- Week 3 – May 21
- [No class on Memorial Day weekend]
- Week 4 – June 4
- Week 5 – June 11
Residents of unincorporated San Diego County will receive preferential registration. All others will be placed on a waitlist and apprised of space available 1-2 weeks before the start of the course.
SPECIAL OFFER! All participants will receive a free kitchen scrap container* after attending the first two classes.
Class graduates will receive their choice of the following*: 1 Soil Saver traditional compost bin, or 1 Wriggly Wranch vermicompost bin.
Hold your free spot: https://bit.ly/35qdoJo
This course has been made possible through generous funding from the County of San Diego. In partnership with the Spring Valley Branch Library.
*Limit 1 per household.
Time
(Saturday) 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Organizer
Solana Center
Event Details
Become a Master Composter! The five-week Master Composter course provides training in the art and science of composting. The course includes lectures, guest speakers, demonstrations, and a field
Event Details
Become a Master Composter! The five-week Master Composter course provides training in the art and science of composting. The course includes lectures, guest speakers, demonstrations, and a field trip.
- Minimize your carbon footprint. Keeping food and yard waste out of the landfill reduces harmful methane gas emissions.
- Use this “waste” to create amendments for your garden. Compost use reduces the need for synthetic fertilizers and pesticides.
- Reduce water use and increase water retention. Compost increases your soil’s water-holding capacity and improves water retention.
The Master Composter course provides training in the art and science of composting. The course includes lectures, demonstrations, and a field trip. The course covers the following topics:
- Traditional composting
- Compost bin building and troubleshooting (in teams!)
- Vermicomposting
- Bokashi
- Bugs in your compost pile
- Environmental impacts
- Much more!
Master Composter certification requires attendance at all 5 classes, as well as 30 volunteer hours of related community service. Meet new people in this fun, hands-on course and develop your composting knowledge, all while serving your community! Class size is limited.
This class will meet Saturdays from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM:
- Week 1 – May 7
- Week 2 – May 14
- Week 3 – May 21
- [No class on Memorial Day weekend]
- Week 4 – June 4
- Week 5 – June 11
Residents of unincorporated San Diego County will receive preferential registration. All others will be placed on a waitlist and apprised of space available 1-2 weeks before the start of the course.
SPECIAL OFFER! All participants will receive a free kitchen scrap container* after attending the first two classes.
Class graduates will receive their choice of the following*: 1 Soil Saver traditional compost bin, or 1 Wriggly Wranch vermicompost bin.
Hold your free spot: https://bit.ly/35qdoJo
This course has been made possible through generous funding from the County of San Diego. In partnership with the Spring Valley Branch Library.
*Limit 1 per household.
Time
(Saturday) 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Organizer
Solana Center
june
Event Details
June 1, 2022 @ Fort Cross Old Timey Adventures 9:45 am
Event Details
June 1, 2022 @ Fort Cross Old Timey Adventures
9:45 am – 1:45 pm
Check-in begins at 9:20 am
$25/student; $15/adult
*Kids 3 and under are free to accompany only*
No group minimum required to sign up!
From the Rancheros to the 49ers, learn about the early days of California! Take home some treasures!
– Native Village: Wikkiup building, corn grinding, and overview of local native history
– Adobe Brick Making: with an overview of California Missions
– Gold Panning and sluicing: Find out how to identify real gold and learn the miner’s panning technique
– Music & Hoedown: Folk dancing with jug band participation
– Rope Making & Rope Games: Simple mechanics, some twine, and a little elbow grease is all it takes to make a rope! Then we’ll prepare to be cowboys by learning how to lasso! And then we’ll see who can win a game of tug o’war
– Mountain Man Camp: Visit the lonely camp with the lean-to shelter and help identify the different furs and hides
– Petting Zoo: Come see some of the animals that were needed on the farm. There are also a few animals that you would not find on a farm that our mountain man traded for!
– Gift Shop will be open!
Things to bring:
Picnic Lunch*
Closed Toe Shoes
Sunscreen
Plenty of Water
Money for Gift Shop
Spirit of Adventure!
This is a hands on educational field trip and fun for kids of all ages, as well as adults!
Open Sign-up Prices:
(no group minimum requirement)
$25 per child aged 4 – 17
$15 per adult aged 18
Kids 3 and under are free to accompany a paying adult
If you have a group of 25 students or more, and would like to schedule your own day for a field trip of your choice at a lower rate, please feel free to contact us!
Time
(Wednesday) 9:45 am - 1:45 pm
Location
Fort Cross Old Timey Adventures
4425 hwy 78, Julian, California 92070
Event Details
California is leading our nation with groundbreaking legislation that addresses climate change by keeping organic materials out of our landfills. As Californians are asked to rethink how they manage their
Event Details
California is leading our nation with groundbreaking legislation that addresses climate change by keeping organic materials out of our landfills. As Californians are asked to rethink how they manage their food waste, businesses may be wondering: How can I be in compliance, and how will this affect my bottom line?
The County of San Diego and Solana Center are here to help you understand the new legislation and find opportunities in the coming changes. From saving money, to creating press opportunities, to addressing climate change and regional food insecurity, your business has a lot to gain while staying ahead of state regulations!
In this workshop, we will cover the following topics:
- Organic waste legislation (SB 1383) that impacts your business
- Impacts of wasted food on your business and the environment
- Practical tips and strategies to prevent food waste and save money
- Guidance on food donation, liability protection, and tax incentives
Register: https://bit.ly/3N15vKB
Made possible through generous funding by the County of San Diego
Time
(Friday) 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Location
Online
Organizer
Solana Center
Event Details
Become a Master Composter! The five-week Master Composter course provides training in the art and science of composting. The course includes lectures, guest speakers, demonstrations, and a field
Event Details
Become a Master Composter! The five-week Master Composter course provides training in the art and science of composting. The course includes lectures, guest speakers, demonstrations, and a field trip.
- Minimize your carbon footprint. Keeping food and yard waste out of the landfill reduces harmful methane gas emissions.
- Use this “waste” to create amendments for your garden. Compost use reduces the need for synthetic fertilizers and pesticides.
- Reduce water use and increase water retention. Compost increases your soil’s water-holding capacity and improves water retention.
The Master Composter course provides training in the art and science of composting. The course includes lectures, demonstrations, and a field trip. The course covers the following topics:
- Traditional composting
- Compost bin building and troubleshooting (in teams!)
- Vermicomposting
- Bokashi
- Bugs in your compost pile
- Environmental impacts
- Much more!
Master Composter certification requires attendance at all 5 classes, as well as 30 volunteer hours of related community service. Meet new people in this fun, hands-on course and develop your composting knowledge, all while serving your community! Class size is limited.
This class will meet Saturdays from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM:
- Week 1 – May 7
- Week 2 – May 14
- Week 3 – May 21
- [No class on Memorial Day weekend]
- Week 4 – June 4
- Week 5 – June 11
Residents of unincorporated San Diego County will receive preferential registration. All others will be placed on a waitlist and apprised of space available 1-2 weeks before the start of the course.
SPECIAL OFFER! All participants will receive a free kitchen scrap container* after attending the first two classes.
Class graduates will receive their choice of the following*: 1 Soil Saver traditional compost bin, or 1 Wriggly Wranch vermicompost bin.
Hold your free spot: https://bit.ly/35qdoJo
This course has been made possible through generous funding from the County of San Diego. In partnership with the Spring Valley Branch Library.
*Limit 1 per household.
Time
(Saturday) 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Organizer
Solana Center
Event Details
The
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The local Julian Elementary School has an AMAZING Gardening Program, run by some all-star educators who love kids and gardening! And they sure could use some help with continuing funding for this stellar program that engages kids with hands-on education and develops a love for growing food.
How could we not support this??
Fort Cross will be hosting a really fun event, jam-packed with fun and educational activities for the whole family!
What:
Fundraising event to benefit the Julian Elementary Garden Program!
When:
Saturday, June 4, 2022
10 am – 5 pm
Where:
Fort Cross Old Timey Adventures
4425 Hwy 78, Santa Ysabel CA 92070
In the Wynola area, smack dab in between Julian and Santa Ysabel.
How much:
$25 per person for ages 4 and older; based on admission.
Fort Cross will donate 50% of ticket sales!
Activities Included:
Petting Zoo
Interactive Reptile Show
Archery
Tomahawk Throwing
Ghost Town Slingshot Gallery
Lilac Maze
Treasure Hunt
Seed Balls
Paper Pots
Lawn Games
and more!
Time
(Saturday) 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location
Fort Cross Old Timey Adventures
4425 hwy 78, Julian, California 92070
Event Details
Join Solana Center for a three-part "All About Vermicomposting" series at Fallbrook Fertilizer, Feed & Farm Supply! Help the Earth- one worm bin at a time! Learn how easy it is
Event Details
Join Solana Center for a three-part “All About Vermicomposting” series at Fallbrook Fertilizer, Feed & Farm Supply!
Help the Earth- one worm bin at a time! Learn how easy it is to build a home for red wigglers composting worms. This series will teach you the ins and outs of using red wiggler worms to eat your food scraps and prepare you for vermicomposting in your home or apartment.
Each class will include visual, hands-on demonstrations of vermicomposting systems. Unique content will be covered each week, so we recommend attending all three! Please register for each class that you plan to attend:
June 11 – Vermicomposting & Worm Bin Basics Workshop
June 18 – Getting Started with Vermicomposting – Setting up a “happy home” and feeding the worms
June 25 – From Care to Castings – Year-round care, troubleshooting, and harvesting
Made possible through generous funding by the County of San Diego.
Time
(Saturday) 9:00 am - 10:30 am
Organizer
Solana Center
Event Details
Become a Master Composter! The five-week Master Composter course provides training in the art and science of composting. The course includes lectures, guest speakers, demonstrations, and a field
Event Details
Become a Master Composter! The five-week Master Composter course provides training in the art and science of composting. The course includes lectures, guest speakers, demonstrations, and a field trip.
- Minimize your carbon footprint. Keeping food and yard waste out of the landfill reduces harmful methane gas emissions.
- Use this “waste” to create amendments for your garden. Compost use reduces the need for synthetic fertilizers and pesticides.
- Reduce water use and increase water retention. Compost increases your soil’s water-holding capacity and improves water retention.
The Master Composter course provides training in the art and science of composting. The course includes lectures, demonstrations, and a field trip. The course covers the following topics:
- Traditional composting
- Compost bin building and troubleshooting (in teams!)
- Vermicomposting
- Bokashi
- Bugs in your compost pile
- Environmental impacts
- Much more!
Master Composter certification requires attendance at all 5 classes, as well as 30 volunteer hours of related community service. Meet new people in this fun, hands-on course and develop your composting knowledge, all while serving your community! Class size is limited.
This class will meet Saturdays from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM:
- Week 1 – May 7
- Week 2 – May 14
- Week 3 – May 21
- [No class on Memorial Day weekend]
- Week 4 – June 4
- Week 5 – June 11
Residents of unincorporated San Diego County will receive preferential registration. All others will be placed on a waitlist and apprised of space available 1-2 weeks before the start of the course.
SPECIAL OFFER! All participants will receive a free kitchen scrap container* after attending the first two classes.
Class graduates will receive their choice of the following*: 1 Soil Saver traditional compost bin, or 1 Wriggly Wranch vermicompost bin.
Hold your free spot: https://bit.ly/35qdoJo
This course has been made possible through generous funding from the County of San Diego. In partnership with the Spring Valley Branch Library.
*Limit 1 per household.
Time
(Saturday) 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Organizer
Solana Center
Event Details
Join Solana Center for a three-part "All About Vermicomposting" series at Fallbrook Fertilizer, Feed & Farm Supply! Help the Earth- one worm bin at a time! Learn how easy it is
Event Details
Join Solana Center for a three-part “All About Vermicomposting” series at Fallbrook Fertilizer, Feed & Farm Supply!
Help the Earth- one worm bin at a time! Learn how easy it is to build a home for red wigglers composting worms. This series will teach you the ins and outs of using red wiggler worms to eat your food scraps and prepare you for vermicomposting in your home or apartment.
Each class will include visual, hands-on demonstrations of vermicomposting systems. Unique content will be covered each week, so we recommend attending all three! Please register for each class that you plan to attend:
June 11 – Vermicomposting & Worm Bin Basics Workshop
June 18 – Getting Started with Vermicomposting – Setting up a “happy home” and feeding the worms
June 25 – From Care to Castings – Year-round care, troubleshooting, and harvesting
Made possible through generous funding by the County of San Diego.
Time
(Saturday) 9:00 am - 10:30 am
Organizer
Solana Center
Event Details
Join Solana Center for a three-part "All About Vermicomposting" series at Fallbrook Fertilizer, Feed & Farm Supply! Help the Earth- one worm bin at a time! Learn how easy it is
Event Details
Join Solana Center for a three-part “All About Vermicomposting” series at Fallbrook Fertilizer, Feed & Farm Supply!
Help the Earth- one worm bin at a time! Learn how easy it is to build a home for red wigglers composting worms. This series will teach you the ins and outs of using red wiggler worms to eat your food scraps and prepare you for vermicomposting in your home or apartment.
Each class will include visual, hands-on demonstrations of vermicomposting systems. Unique content will be covered each week, so we recommend attending all three! Please register for each class that you plan to attend:
June 11 – Vermicomposting & Worm Bin Basics Workshop
June 18 – Getting Started with Vermicomposting – Setting up a “happy home” and feeding the worms
June 25 – From Care to Castings – Year-round care, troubleshooting, and harvesting
Made possible through generous funding by the County of San Diego.
Time
(Saturday) 9:00 am - 10:30 am
Organizer
Solana Center