Only You Can Hear My Soul: July 2012

HANDS-ON BACKYARD FARMING SERIES

a p r a c t i c a l w o r k s h o p s e r i e s

July 14-29, 2012

A Workshop Series for those who want to get their hands dirty with purpose.
This workshop is especially for those
interested in starting their own backyard garden or small farm while practicing sustainable, holistic and biodynamic methods.

We are combining the wisdom and hands-on expertise of real farmers. For would-be and aspiring farmers, this is a rare and powerful learning opportunity.

With expert farmers in Biodynamic Farming, Sustainable Agriculture, Chicken and Earthworm Farming, Beekeeping.

VENUE: Fun Farm Pavilion, Sta. Elena Golf and Country Estate, Sta., Rosa Laguna

DATES: Held every weekend for 3 weeks. 9:00-5:00PM.
July 14 Backyard Farming I
July 15 Backyard Farming II
July 21 Role of Animals in the Ecosystem (Chicken and Worm Farming)
July 22 Beekeeping I
July 29 Beekeeping II

May be taken individually on a daily basis or as a series. Beginners and experts welcome.

Attached are the Schedule, Guidelines and Registration Form.

During the workshop, you will have the opportunity to:

Learn to grow healthy food
Gain a basic understanding of biodynamic growing and sustainable agriculture practices
Make a biodynamic compost heap
Stir and apply biodynamic preparation 500 (cow horn manure)
(Biodynamic preparations will also be available for sale)
Learn practical skills to grow food in your backyard or small farm
Plan your garden for the year
Learn ways of managing insects, attracting beneficials and controlling disease through organic methods
Learn basics on raising healthy chicken in the backyard
Integrate chickens with the garden
Learn basic coop design
Start to culture and raise earthworms in your home

Use vermicompost for your farm
Introduced to the wisdom of bees
Get hands-on experience on assembling a hive, housing or catching a swarm
Be able to begin natural beekeeping in your garden

HOW TO REGISTER

To ensure your place, please send full payment with the registration form attached. Early registration is advised, as slots are limited. You can also book by sending us an email at info@downtoearth.ph or by sending an SMS at 0922-8872852.

Deadline for registration is July 6, 2012. Payments may be made by:

Deposit to BPI Account (Arnaiz Ave. branch)
Account Name: Earth Flora Inc.
Account Number: 9661-0147-65

Cheques are accepted. Please issue the check under the name of Earth Flora Inc.

VENUE
The workshop will be held at the beautifully rustic Pavilion located beside a family farm at the Fun Farm, Sta. Elena Golf and Country Estate, Sta. Rosa Laguna.

MEALS
All meals are included in the workshop fee. Healthy yet scrumptious meals made of local, organic or sustainable ingredients will be served by KOOBO Farm Café. Please bring your own water bottles, plates and utensils. If you have any food allergies or preferences, please inform us so that we can discuss how your food needs can be met.

PAYMENT OPTIONS
Workshop Fees
Daily Basis
P2300 General (except for Sessions 5 and 6: P3300)
P1400 Students/Seniors

Complete Entire Series (8 sessions)
General P8,000
Students/Seniors P4000

*Scholarship grants of 50% off available to teachers, seniors, students or farmers who need it.

This includes
• Professional lecturers and experts in their field
• All course materials
• Healthy and delicious lunch, tea, coffee and water

Confirmation of booking
If payment was made by deposit, kindly scan and/or fax or email us a copy of the deposit receipt. Please scan/fax together with the duly accomplished Registration Form attached.

Fax number: 632-8180786 ATTN: Paula Aberasturi or email info@downtoearth.ph

Once your payment has been received, confirmation will be sent with a receipt and further details about what to bring and directions to the Pavilion at the Fun Farm.

Cancellation Policy
If for some reason you cannot make it to the workshop, a fee of P1000 will be charged to cover administration costs up to two weeks prior to the commencement of the workshop and the balance will be refunded to you. Within 2 weeks of the workshop commencing however, a 50% cancellation fee will be charged. If for some reason the workshop is cancelled, you will receive at least 2 weeks notice and your full payment will be refunded.

For more information, please contact:

PAULA ABERASTURI
info@downtoearth.ph. 0922-8872852. www.downtoearth.ph. Facebook/downtoearth

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