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SUMMARY:Growing Food - Qualicum - Course Starts Today
URL:http://www.harbourliving.ca/event/growing-food-qualicum-september-21-2012/
LOCATION:Private Residence, Qualicum ::  Qualicum, 
DESCRIPTION;ENCODING=QUOTED-PRINTABLE:If you are concerned about where your food comes from, what’s in it (or on it), or simply getting the best nutrition possible for your family – growing your own vegetables and fruit is the answer.=0D=0A=
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In this unique and timely course you will learn essential permaculture and organic gardening techniques to=0D=0A=
In this unique and timely course you will learn essential permaculture and organic gardening techniques to=0D=0A=
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    * Create and maintain healthy soil, which in turn can grow nutritious food=0D=0A=
    * Analyze and optimize the growing conditions in your garden=0D=0A=
    * Creatively collect, use and preserve water for optimal garden health=0D=0A=
    * Use holistic solutions for plant health problems (“pests” and “diseases”)=0D=0A=
    * Select, plant, maintain, harvest a large variety of food plants for year-round enjoyment=0D=0A=
    * Propagate plants=0D=0A=
    * Store your harvest=0D=0A=
    * Save your own seeds=0D=0A=
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This practical, hands-on course is open to everyone, no prior education or gardening experience required.=0D=0A=
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Students are encouraged to grow their own garden during the year, putting the newly acquired knowledge and skills to practice. Of the 20 sessions, 6 to 8 will be classroom sessions and the rest will be practical labs held in students’ gardens. The course also includes 2 field trips, and ends with a celebration and potluck event, for all to share their experiences and recipes.=0D=0A=
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Fees:	$ 550.00	=0D=0A=
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Printed and (primarily) on-line handouts =0D=0A=
Unlimited access to our on-line community center, including resource library, discussion forums and much more.=0D=0A=

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