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10:00am
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12:00pm
Join us for a tour and introduction to Angelic Organics, the Biodynamic vegetable farm in northern Illinois featured in the award-winning documentary film The Real Dirt on Farmer John. We will explore what makes this a Biodynamic and community supported agriculture (CSA) farm. Learn basic strategies for growing food without chemical inputs and see the seasonal work underway at the farm. Wear sturdy shoes (conditions may be muddy!) and clothes appropriate for the weather.
10:00am
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2:00pm
Have you ever dreamed of starting your own farm?
In this interactive workshop, we'll learn about types of sustainable farming careers -- both rural and urban -- in northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.
Instructors will guide you through a series of exercises to assess your dreams, challenges and the resources available to you.
You will also hear about regional training opportunities through the Collaborative Regional Alliance for Farmer Training (CRAFT), university extension, small business development centers, and others. We will showcase examples of local farming enterprises and you'll have an opportunity to ask questions about the development of successful farms.
You will leave this workshop with a better sense of whether pursuing a farming business is the right choice for you, and a concrete list of next steps to help you realize your dream.
1:00pm
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4:00pm
Come cooperate with others to construct a mini eco-village while learning natural building techniques. Use your hands to build model homes using a mixture of clay, sand and straw, called "cob", then use your imagination to create stories about people in the community. Adults register with children. Plan to save room in your car to bring your creation home.
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