Farm School for Families

914 Shady Lane,Austin TX 78702

15 April, 2022

Description

Urban American Farmer aims to cultivate passionate participants of our local food systems, planting seeds with Austin families. A playful workshop for caregivers & kids during an AISD day-off from school. Suitable for supervised children aged 5-10 years. One adult & up to 2 kids from the same family are admitted per ticket. FARM SCHOOL SYLLABUS Cultivating Soil, Starting Seeds, Tending & Harvesting Friday, April 15, 9 AM - 12:00 PM Choose from a variety of seasonal, regionally adapted seeds. Learn about the different types of soil + compost that will help your seeds thrive. You will take your newly planted seeds home, with a plan to care for them. For kids: we'll compare seeds & roots, plant in the farm rows & explore the insect world! We'll help you identify edible plants & trees on the Rain Lily property and share a demonstration for canning & pickling with Hannah of Han-Can. Upgrade your at-home “pantry” by growing & harvesting organic herbs & vegetables. For kids: we'll plant, tend and eat food grown on-site! If you are ready to grow at home now, buy ahead on our website and pick up at the event. (Not included in ticket price.) A small garden box (2 plants) - $55 value A large garden box (6 plants) - $150 value WHO IS URBAN AMERICAN FARMER? Trisha Bates has been farming in Austin, growing the hype on food, connecting the community with local farmers. She brought the Badger Flame Beet to town and hosted Austin’s inaugural Field Guide Festival in 2021. TO OUR PARTNERS, A SPECIAL THANK YOU FOR GROWING WITH US! Row 7 Seed Company: a rare seed company dedicated to deliciousness. One Farm: USDA organic CBD oil, superfood powders, and topical CBD skincare. Wheatsville Co-Op: a community-owned food co-operative in Austin, Texas. Important info: Bring your own: water bottle, bug spray, gloves & work boots/shoes. Located in East Austin at Rain Lily Farms, 914 Shady Lane, Austin, TX 78702. Park on Shady Lane, walk up the driveway & head to the garden rows, where you’ll see our schoolhouse. Full payment is due at the time of ticket purchase. There are no refunds on series, events, and workshops. If you are unable to attend, email [email protected] with any questions.