Trainings for School Garden Volunteers 9/11 and 9/12 – Register Now!

“Ultimately, it is volunteers who make it possible for kids to experience the school garden in a meaningful way.”  

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Whether you are currently volunteering in a school garden or just starting to think about getting your hands dirty… this free training event is for you!   Learn simple, effective techniques and strategies for helping kids (and plants!) thrive.

 
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We hope you can attend one of these two (identical) sessions:  
  • ​​Friday ​September 11, 9:00-noon​
  • ​Saturday September 12​, 9:00-noon​
Location:
Northlake Elementary
“Garden Lab” Room 26 (2nd​ portable)
2210 Olympia Way
Longview, WA 98632
 
We will work in the classroom as well as out in the garden – there will be plenty of hands-on learning! 
Topics include:
  • Why school gardens?IMG_8881
  • Garden activities and lessons
  • Starting seeds indoors and outside
  • Composting with kids
  • Cooking with kids
  • Garden safety
  • Group management strategies
  • Inquiry Based Learning
  • School Garden Resources
  • The Garden Coordinator
  • And more!

Enjoy learning and connecting with great people who have a shared passion for kids, gardens and good food.  Snacks provided.  ​Meet new garden rabbits Sam and Sorrel.​

This training is free!  All are welcome, even those outside Cowlitz County.   IMAG6937_20130501072210774            
To ​register, simply email ian@lcschoolgardens.org:
please specify which day works best for you.  
 
See you there!