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Upcoming Classes and Workshops

These classes are held at one of Soil Born Farms' two locations:
Farm on Hurley Way, 3000 Hurley Way, Sacramento
American River Ranch, 2140 Chase Drive, Rancho Cordova

Pre-registration is required.
Register at the Sacramento Natural Foods Co-op, 916-455-2667

American River Parkway Herb Walk
Saturday May 31, 10 am-12:30 pm
$15, children 10 and under free
Join Candis at the American River for the annual herb walk. We will identify over 20 plants that grow in our area and will discuss their traditional uses that herbalists have employed for centuries. This will be an easy walk along the bike trail; bring water and a snack.
Instructor: Candis Hope Cantin
Location: American River Ranch

Herbal Medicine Making
Saturday, June 21, 10 am-12:30 pm
$25, $20 Co-op owners
Have you ever wondered how to use the herbs from the wild as well as those in your garden? In this hands-on class, you will learn how to use herbs to make teas, poultices, tinctures, footbaths and more to help you care for yourself naturally.
Instructor: Candis Hope Cantin
Location: Farm on Hurley Way

Homescale Farming - Introduction
Saturday, July 5th 9:00 am-11:00 am
$25, $20 Co-op owners
Learn how to grow fresh, organic produce from your own backyard. Learn the basics of bed layout and design, soil preparation, propagation, spacing, and irrigation. You will get an overview of crops you can raise in the Sacramento area.
Instructor: Randy Stannard
Location: Farm on Hurley Way

Homescale Farming - Soil Management
Saturday, July 26th 9:00 am-11:00 am
$25, $20 Co-op owners
Learn the basic concepts and practical applications of building and maintaining soil fertility. This class will cover soil texture, structure, organic matter, soil moisture assessment, bed preparation and more.
Instructor: Marco Franciosa
Location: Farm on Hurley Way

American River Parkway Wildlife Walk
Tuesday, August 5th 6:00 pm-8:00 pm
$15, Children under 12, $5
Learn about and observe the wealth of wildlife that passes through Soil Born Farms' American River Ranch property and take a short hike with resident naturalist and Education Director in to the natural world of the American River Parkway.
Instructor: Guy Galante
Location: American River Ranch

American River Parkway Wildlife Walk
Tuesday, September 9th 5:30 pm-7:30 pm
$15, Children under 12, $5
Learn about and observe the wealth of wildlife that passes through Soil Born Farms' American River Ranch property and take a short hike with resident naturalist and Education Director in to the natural world of the American River Parkway.
Instructor: Guy Galante
Location: American River Ranch

Seed Saving
Tuesday, August 26th 5:30 pm-7:30 pm
Come take part in one of the oldest and most important practices within agriculture; learn how to save your own seed. This hands on class will introduce you to how you can save seed from some of your favorite vegetables.
Instructor: Jared Clark
Location: American River Ranch

Seasonal Events

Our "Day on the Farm" spring event and organic plant sale will return in 2009. In order to focus our energy on building the infrastructure at our River Ranch location, we made the very difficult decision to forego this popular event for this year. We thank you for your understanding and support!

Our American River Ranch farm stand opens on May 31
Hours: Saturdays 8 am-1 pm
The farm stand features fresh, seasonal, local and organic vegetables and fruit. Stop by every week and enjoy a country experience in the city. We encourage you to bike or walk to the ranch and bring your shopping bag. Cash and EBT accepted. Address and directions here.

Ongoing Events

Eileen’s Kitchen
Every first Friday of the month join Eileen Murray at the Sacramento Natural Foods Co-op Community Learning Center for a delicious community dinner highlighting seasonal vegetarian fare. Eileen’s community dinners have attracted a following of people with a passion for organic vegetarian foods. Live music with guitarist Jon Merriman compliments the experience. Register at the SNFC Customer Service Desk, 916-455-2667.