Rooted Rebels invites teens and tweens to a hands-on adventure in growing your own food in Arizona's unique climate. In partnership with the University of Arizona's Cooperative Extension Program, join Master Gardener Lorry Stringer as she shares her expertise on fall vegetable planting and explains why Arizona's fall is the perfect season to get started....
Did you know many of our native desert plants are edible and have been used for thousands of years for food and medicine? Through hands-on activities, learn about these amazing plants and how to plant food forests in our backyards and neighborhoods. Presented by Pima County Conservation Lands Ages 9 - 13
Our Aquaponics facility is home to your introduction to growing fish and vegetables without soil. We will show you how to use an IBC tote to raise Tilapia - and use their waste to grow vegetables. We will also demonstrate our "Home Fish Tank Growing System" that you can connect to your existing tank. Materials...
We've compiled everything we think every beginner gardener should know, and jam-packed it into an hour class. From setting up your growing space to harvesting the fruits of your labor, let us help you navigate organic gardening in the desert! This class is a great place to start your garden journey. Includes: 4 seasonal starts,...
The Arizona Worm Farm growing staff will teach the basics of organic tomato growing and give you a gift package to get you started! Topics will include: The Best Time to Plant Choosing the Right Tomato Varieties Sun and Temperature Requirements Soil Preparation Planting Tomatoes Companion plantings Watering, Fertilizing, and Pruning Tomatoes Class includes a...
Healthy food choices can play an important role in preventing and managing high blood pressure. In this 90-minute program, we will explore how whole, nutrient-dense foods and healthy lifestyle habits can support heart health. Using ConnectWell’s science-based Health & Wellness Database, participants will: * Learn about high blood pressure and its health risks. * Explore lifestyle...