Early Bird Registration is due by this Monday, October 12th!
Sustainable Land Management - a two part training with expert instructors Kirk Gadzia and Darren Doherty.
Location: Near Santa Barbara at Orella Ranch. May be taken separately or together.
$875 for full course with catered meals and camping. $450 for Part 1 or Part 2 only. Commuter rates are available as well.
Part 1 - Holistic Management with Kirk Gadzia, November 10-12, 2009 (*16 CEUs with Society for Range Management)
Part 2 - Broadacre Permaculture and Keyline Design with Darren Doherty, November 12-15, 2009.
Sustainable grazing and agricultural land management practices emphasizing soil building, water conservation, and long range planning for productivity and health. Benefits include: Improving soil health and biodiversity of rangelands and pastures. Increasing grazing and wildlife capacity. Increasing annual profits and enhancing livelihoods. Optimally using rainfall and conserving water. Growing healthier crops and achieving higher yields. Reversing desertification in brittle environments. Breaking the cycle of food and water insecurity. Enhancing family relationships. Early Bird registration October 12, Last Day to register is October 27.
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Soil Food Web, Compost and Compost Tea Technologies with Elaine Ingham
October 30-November 1, 2009. Location: Near Santa Barbara at Orella Ranch
Restoring the Soil Food Web is essential to rebuilding soil health and productivity. Join Dr. Elaine Ingham, world renowned soil microbiologist, to learn key soil health technologies and practices. Last day to register is October 19.This course is ¾ full, please register soon to secure a space.
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The Carbon Economy Educational Series offers trainings and public events in Santa Barbara this Fall on topics of critical relevance to the environment and local economies, with world class instructors and speakers. To register or learn more about the Carbon Economy Educational Series - Santa Barbara at www.CarbonEconomySB.com.