Gardening 101: No-Till Practice
If you love to garden but hate weeding and watering, join us as we explore no till gardening with Kim Ross on May 10th from 9 am - 4 pm. Through the use of permanent growing beds and mulch, no till gardening protects the soil's structure and will reduce the amount of water needed on the garden, prevent weeds from growing and increase yields through an improvement in the quality of the soil. Kim will share how no till works and demonstrate how no till has changed what gardening means in her life.
This workshop is for gardeners of all levels, whether you’re just beginning to grow your green thumb, struggling to keep your plants happy, or looking to take your gardening skills to the next level. Kim will share her expert tips and tricks to help you succeed. Beginners will get a solid understanding of the essentials, while more experienced gardeners can learn new techniques and tips.
We've got something for everyone!
Speaker
Kim Ross
Kim is a fifth generation farm girl with a 130,000 sq ft no till garden. Kim sells the vegetables she grows using sustainable agriculture practices to food producers and consumers alike. She is a master photographer, master gardener and a Prairie Horticulture Certificate graduate in both the fruit/veggie and greenhouse streams. Join Kim on her facebook page @Rossdale Farms - No Till Gardening as she shares her love of gardening with others.
Highlights
Keynote Speaker
Kim Ross is an experienced farmer with a strong commitment to sustainable practices.
Sustainable Practices
You will learn how to make your garden more efficient and sustainable.
Demonstration
Gain hands-on experience in our Green Patch by applying the techniques shared by Kim.
Networking
Opportunities for networking, collaboration, and the exchange of ideas around gardening and sustainability.
Parking information
Lot 2 has number of public parking stalls. It is located across from the Riddell Centre in the southwest corner of the Main Campus. Parking is free on Saturday. There are also street parking outside of the Riddell Centre. Although parking is free on Saturday, please note that time limit on parking is enforced. Do not park for longer than authorized.
Accessibility Information
Please note that the Green Patch is not currently accessible to most wheelchairs or other mobility devices. We will be spending a significant amount of the workshop in the green patch.
Washroom access: There are all-gender and gendered washrooms in the Labratory Building's first floor, they are a 2 minutes walk from our RI 119 auditorium.
If you have additional accessibility needs, please contact at outreach@rpirg.org
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