The lovely rains and wet winter can potentially bring many garden pests out this summer. Speaker Michele McGuiness will walk you through Integrated Pest Management (IPM) strategies for garden pest management for our Arizona vegetable gardens. She will talk about how to balance the ecosystem that is your garden so good bugs thrive, and you […]
All those who have volunteered to make the GrowTogether Community Garden a reality are invited to the Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon sponsored by HOCRN at the Heber Fire Station at noon on July 6th. Smoke Show BBQ is providing the food and this will be held at the new garden! We hope to see you there! […]
HOCRN is sponsoring the Grand Opening of the community garden on July 11th at 2:00 pm. Refreshments are providing and we hope all of those who have volunteered to create our community garden can attend. This event will be held at the Heber Fire Station from 2-4:00 pm. **Please register so we can get an […]
David Bachman will teach us: Mushroom/Foraging Safety Common Local Varieties, such as Morel, Chanterelle, Porcini, Coprinus Comatus (Shaggy Mane), and Lion’s Mane Basic Mushroom Science Poisonous Species Recommended Guidebooks AZ Mushroom Forum David’s love of wild mushrooms began as a professional chef in Colorado. He was mentored by a famous French Chef and a Croatian […]
Have a bountiful harvest but don't know what to do with it? Bonnie Leedy will provide a high-level view of the many possibilities including: canning, dehydrating, freeze-drying, and fermenting. Come and learn about your options and get an introduction to each (with a future deep-dive into home canning if there is interest). Class is free […]
Learn how to successfully grow vegetables, herbs, and edible flowers in Arizona! Join us for a GrowTogether Community Garden class with master Gardener Michele McGuinnes and learn: Fundamentals for a successful garden An edible landscape Succession planting Tomato success Pepper success Seed starting vs. store bought *Michele is a Master Gardener and Educator dedicated to […]
David Bachman will teach us: Mushroom/Foraging Safety Common Local Varieties, such as Morel, Chanterelle, Porcini, Coprinus Comatus (Shaggy Mane), and Lion’s Mane Basic Mushroom Science Poisonous Species Recommended Guidebooks AZ Mushroom Forum David’s love of wild mushrooms began as a professional chef in Colorado. He was mentored by a famous French Chef and a Croatian […]
For those who had requested a class on the basics of canning (during our Preserving Your Harvest class), we will offer a follow-up class on September 2 from 2:00-3:30 pm. Bonnie Leedy will teach from her home and will contact those who signed up. If you would like to attend, but didn't sign up, email […]
Saving seeds from your successful vegetables and flower is easy, fun, saves you money, and leads to better-adapted plants. Join us for an introduction to this seed-saving class. Learn the reasons why you should: save seeds basic botany for gardeners what types of seeds are recommended for saving how to ensure healthy, true-to-type saved seeds. […]
Leti Porter will teach us how to prepare our garden beds for winter. Ready to be done in the garden for the season? Let's talk about it! Register Here! Steps/Considerations to Prepare for Winter Soil Building The Value of Cover Crops Planting Ahead About the Speaker: Leti Porter Leti Porter is an Organic Grower and […]
Join us for a Garden Social! Date: Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023 Time: 5:00 - 7:00 pm Location: Community Garden SIGN UP Today! Details: BYOC (chair) and BYOB (non-alcoholic - the garden is on school property). Bring something to share (Main Dish, Side Dish, or Dessert). Plates, plasticware, napkins, and lemonade will be provided. There will […]
Join us for a frequently requested class on the basics of bread making. You'll learn: Nutritional value of homemade bread/sourdough Techniques for sourdough management, English muffins, and whole wheat sandwich bread Recipes for glass bread and everyday sourdough Also: free sourdough starter for all participants! Sign Up TODAY! Three of Our Favorite Speakers: Leti […]