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With Nature-Connected Community
Led by Luke McLaughlin
Ten month program running March – December of 2021.
One, four-day weekend, per month.
Blue Ridge Mountains, near Asheville, North Carolina
(traditional Cherokee territory )
With Nature-Connected Community
Led by Luke McLaughlin
Ten month program running March – December of 2021.
One, four-day weekend, per month.
Blue Ridge Mountains, near Asheville, North Carolina
(traditional Cherokee territory )
With Nature-Connected Community
Led by Luke McLaughlin
Ten month program running March – December of 2021.
One, four-day weekend, per month.
Blue Ridge Mountains, near Asheville, North Carolina
(traditional Cherokee territory )
With Nature-Connected Community
Led by Luke McLaughlin
Ten month program running March – December of 2021.
One, four-day weekend, per month.
Blue Ridge Mountains, near Asheville, North Carolina
(traditional Cherokee territory )
With Nature-Connected Community
Led by Luke McLaughlin
Ten month program running March – December of 2021.
One, four-day weekend, per month.
Blue Ridge Mountains, near Asheville, North Carolina
(traditional Cherokee territory )
Learn from farmers and food activists about Cuba’s transition to agroecological farming practices and its national policies that prioritize sustainable farming and hunger remediation.
Connect with farmers, consumers, activists, NGOs, policymakers, and experts working to transform the global food system.
Acquire the knowledge and strategies to create just, sustainable, local, and healthy food systems in your own communities
Agroecology is the study of ecological systems as they apply to agriculture. It is a science, a movement, and a practice. At OGS, we like to think of the farm as a system and observe nature as the ideal model of sustainable production.
Agroecological practices strive to incorporate all elements of an agricultural ecosystem—water, nutrients, soil, plants, and animals—to maximize production and minimize impact. Agroecological methods include the following:
Of course, each of these methods has been practiced on every continent since humans have existed, though they are only recently being named and defined by the modern sustainable agriculture community.
During this trip, you will participate in and observe how the Cuban agricultural community has embraced agroecology in all of its forms and learn why Cuba is considered one of the leading global experts in agroecological methods.
The Union of Concerned Scientists provides a succinct and informative overview of Agroecology in “The ABCD’s of Agroecology: What Is It All About?”.
Learn from farmers and food activists about Cuba’s transition to agroecological farming practices and its national policies that prioritize organic farming and hunger remediation.
Connect with farmers, consumers, activists, NGOs, policymakers, and experts working to transform the global food system.
Acquire the knowledge and strategies to create just, sustainable, local, and healthy food systems in your own communities.
Agroecology is the study of ecological systems as they apply to agriculture. It is a science, a movement, and a practice. At OGS, we like to think of the farm as a system and observe nature as the ideal model of sustainable production.
Agroecological practices strive to incorporate all elements of an agricultural ecosystem—water,
nutrients, soil, plants, and animals—to maximize production and minimize impact. Agroecological methods include the following:
Of course, each of these methods has been practiced on every continent since humans have existed, though they are only recently being named and defined by the modern sustainable agriculture community.
During this trip, you will participate in and observe how the Cuban agricultural community has embraced agroecology in all of its forms and learn why Cuba is considered one of the leading global experts in agroecological methods.
Get outside and grow! In this innovative new series, join us to get your own garden growing. We’ll use veggie seeds to explore history, science, geography, cooking and more. You’ll receive a collection of activities to do every month, and videos to support each activity. Post your progress and successes to our SCBG Garden Club Facebook Page. Seeds will be mailed, activities will be sent electronically.
February, The Great Pea Race
Every spring Thomas Jefferson and his neighbors engaged in a friendly contest to see who could grow the first peas for the table. Join in the first South Carolina Botanical Garden Great Pea Race. We’ll send you pea seeds, tips on how to grow them, information about the life and times of Thomas Jefferson, and you’ll be entered into the contest.
March, The Wartime Secrets of Carrots
This month we’ll visit World War II Britain and discover the war-time role of carrots. During WWII the humble carrot even became important to British national security and war effort. Learn more about the history of the carrot, victory gardens, and plant your own carrots.
April, Meet the Three Sisters
For centuries corn, beans and squash were the anchor of Native American gardens across the United States. You will receive the seeds to plant your own Three Sisters Garden. This month you’ll learn about Native American agricultural expertise and innovation, and specifically the lives of the native peoples of South Carolina.
May,The Pizza Puzzle
Can you imagine a pizza without tomatoes or peppers? This month we’ll explore the Columbian exchange to discover how veggies have moved around the world. Stop in Italy to learn how veggies from the new world transformed Italian cuisine. With step-by-step instructions you’ll discover how to make your own pizza crust and tomato sauce.
Please register by February 1.
Get outside and grow! In this innovative new series, join us to get your own garden growing. We’ll use veggie seeds to explore history, science, geography, cooking and more. You’ll receive a collection of activities to do every month, and videos to support each activity. Post your progress and successes to our SCBG Garden Club Facebook Page. Seeds will be mailed, activities will be sent electronically.
February, The Great Pea Race
Every spring Thomas Jefferson and his neighbors engaged in a friendly contest to see who could grow the first peas for the table. Join in the first South Carolina Botanical Garden Great Pea Race. We’ll send you pea seeds, tips on how to grow them, information about the life and times of Thomas Jefferson, and you’ll be entered into the contest.
March, The Wartime Secrets of Carrots
This month we’ll visit World War II Britain and discover the war-time role of carrots. During WWII the humble carrot even became important to British national security and war effort. Learn more about the history of the carrot, victory gardens, and plant your own carrots.
April, Meet the Three Sisters
For centuries corn, beans and squash were the anchor of Native American gardens across the United States. You will receive the seeds to plant your own Three Sisters Garden. This month you’ll learn about Native American agricultural expertise and innovation, and specifically the lives of the native peoples of South Carolina.
May,The Pizza Puzzle
Can you imagine a pizza without tomatoes or peppers? This month we’ll explore the Columbian exchange to discover how veggies have moved around the world. Stop in Italy to learn how veggies from the new world transformed Italian cuisine. With step-by-step instructions you’ll discover how to make your own pizza crust and tomato sauce.
Please register by February 1.
Get outside and grow! In this innovative new series, join us to get your own garden growing. We’ll use veggie seeds to explore history, science, geography, cooking and more. You’ll receive a collection of activities to do every month, and videos to support each activity. Post your progress and successes to our SCBG Garden Club Facebook Page. Seeds will be mailed, activities will be sent electronically.
February, The Great Pea Race
Every spring Thomas Jefferson and his neighbors engaged in a friendly contest to see who could grow the first peas for the table. Join in the first South Carolina Botanical Garden Great Pea Race. We’ll send you pea seeds, tips on how to grow them, information about the life and times of Thomas Jefferson, and you’ll be entered into the contest.
March, The Wartime Secrets of Carrots
This month we’ll visit World War II Britain and discover the war-time role of carrots. During WWII the humble carrot even became important to British national security and war effort. Learn more about the history of the carrot, victory gardens, and plant your own carrots.
April, Meet the Three Sisters
For centuries corn, beans and squash were the anchor of Native American gardens across the United States. You will receive the seeds to plant your own Three Sisters Garden. This month you’ll learn about Native American agricultural expertise and innovation, and specifically the lives of the native peoples of South Carolina.
May,The Pizza Puzzle
Can you imagine a pizza without tomatoes or peppers? This month we’ll explore the Columbian exchange to discover how veggies have moved around the world. Stop in Italy to learn how veggies from the new world transformed Italian cuisine. With step-by-step instructions you’ll discover how to make your own pizza crust and tomato sauce.
Please register by February 1.
Get outside and grow! In this innovative new series, join us to get your own garden growing. We’ll use veggie seeds to explore history, science, geography, cooking and more. You’ll receive a collection of activities to do every month, and videos to support each activity. Post your progress and successes to our SCBG Garden Club Facebook Page. Seeds will be mailed, activities will be sent electronically.
February, The Great Pea Race
Every spring Thomas Jefferson and his neighbors engaged in a friendly contest to see who could grow the first peas for the table. Join in the first South Carolina Botanical Garden Great Pea Race. We’ll send you pea seeds, tips on how to grow them, information about the life and times of Thomas Jefferson, and you’ll be entered into the contest.
March, The Wartime Secrets of Carrots
This month we’ll visit World War II Britain and discover the war-time role of carrots. During WWII the humble carrot even became important to British national security and war effort. Learn more about the history of the carrot, victory gardens, and plant your own carrots.
April, Meet the Three Sisters
For centuries corn, beans and squash were the anchor of Native American gardens across the United States. You will receive the seeds to plant your own Three Sisters Garden. This month you’ll learn about Native American agricultural expertise and innovation, and specifically the lives of the native peoples of South Carolina.
May,The Pizza Puzzle
Can you imagine a pizza without tomatoes or peppers? This month we’ll explore the Columbian exchange to discover how veggies have moved around the world. Stop in Italy to learn how veggies from the new world transformed Italian cuisine. With step-by-step instructions you’ll discover how to make your own pizza crust and tomato sauce.
Please register by February 1.
Join Jackie Jordan to get a jump on spring by starting vegetables and herbs from seed. Learn how to interpret the seed catalog and select the best varieties for S. C. gardens. We’ll cover equipment, seed starting schedules, and fertilizer.
Jackie is the commercial horticulture agent for Fairfield, Kershaw, and Richland Counties.
Get outside and grow! In this innovative new series, join us to get your own garden growing. We’ll use veggie seeds to explore history, science, geography, cooking and more. You’ll receive a collection of activities to do every month, and videos to support each activity. Post your progress and successes to our SCBG Garden Club Facebook Page. Seeds will be mailed, activities will be sent electronically.
February, The Great Pea Race
Every spring Thomas Jefferson and his neighbors engaged in a friendly contest to see who could grow the first peas for the table. Join in the first South Carolina Botanical Garden Great Pea Race. We’ll send you pea seeds, tips on how to grow them, information about the life and times of Thomas Jefferson, and you’ll be entered into the contest.
March, The Wartime Secrets of Carrots
This month we’ll visit World War II Britain and discover the war-time role of carrots. During WWII the humble carrot even became important to British national security and war effort. Learn more about the history of the carrot, victory gardens, and plant your own carrots.
April, Meet the Three Sisters
For centuries corn, beans and squash were the anchor of Native American gardens across the United States. You will receive the seeds to plant your own Three Sisters Garden. This month you’ll learn about Native American agricultural expertise and innovation, and specifically the lives of the native peoples of South Carolina.
May,The Pizza Puzzle
Can you imagine a pizza without tomatoes or peppers? This month we’ll explore the Columbian exchange to discover how veggies have moved around the world. Stop in Italy to learn how veggies from the new world transformed Italian cuisine. With step-by-step instructions you’ll discover how to make your own pizza crust and tomato sauce.
Please register by February 1.
Get outside and grow! In this innovative new series, join us to get your own garden growing. We’ll use veggie seeds to explore history, science, geography, cooking and more. You’ll receive a collection of activities to do every month, and videos to support each activity. Post your progress and successes to our SCBG Garden Club Facebook Page. Seeds will be mailed, activities will be sent electronically.
February, The Great Pea Race
Every spring Thomas Jefferson and his neighbors engaged in a friendly contest to see who could grow the first peas for the table. Join in the first South Carolina Botanical Garden Great Pea Race. We’ll send you pea seeds, tips on how to grow them, information about the life and times of Thomas Jefferson, and you’ll be entered into the contest.
March, The Wartime Secrets of Carrots
This month we’ll visit World War II Britain and discover the war-time role of carrots. During WWII the humble carrot even became important to British national security and war effort. Learn more about the history of the carrot, victory gardens, and plant your own carrots.
April, Meet the Three Sisters
For centuries corn, beans and squash were the anchor of Native American gardens across the United States. You will receive the seeds to plant your own Three Sisters Garden. This month you’ll learn about Native American agricultural expertise and innovation, and specifically the lives of the native peoples of South Carolina.
May,The Pizza Puzzle
Can you imagine a pizza without tomatoes or peppers? This month we’ll explore the Columbian exchange to discover how veggies have moved around the world. Stop in Italy to learn how veggies from the new world transformed Italian cuisine. With step-by-step instructions you’ll discover how to make your own pizza crust and tomato sauce.
Please register by February 1.
Get outside and grow! In this innovative new series, join us to get your own garden growing. We’ll use veggie seeds to explore history, science, geography, cooking and more. You’ll receive a collection of activities to do every month, and videos to support each activity. Post your progress and successes to our SCBG Garden Club Facebook Page. Seeds will be mailed, activities will be sent electronically.
February, The Great Pea Race
Every spring Thomas Jefferson and his neighbors engaged in a friendly contest to see who could grow the first peas for the table. Join in the first South Carolina Botanical Garden Great Pea Race. We’ll send you pea seeds, tips on how to grow them, information about the life and times of Thomas Jefferson, and you’ll be entered into the contest.
March, The Wartime Secrets of Carrots
This month we’ll visit World War II Britain and discover the war-time role of carrots. During WWII the humble carrot even became important to British national security and war effort. Learn more about the history of the carrot, victory gardens, and plant your own carrots.
April, Meet the Three Sisters
For centuries corn, beans and squash were the anchor of Native American gardens across the United States. You will receive the seeds to plant your own Three Sisters Garden. This month you’ll learn about Native American agricultural expertise and innovation, and specifically the lives of the native peoples of South Carolina.
May,The Pizza Puzzle
Can you imagine a pizza without tomatoes or peppers? This month we’ll explore the Columbian exchange to discover how veggies have moved around the world. Stop in Italy to learn how veggies from the new world transformed Italian cuisine. With step-by-step instructions you’ll discover how to make your own pizza crust and tomato sauce.
Please register by February 1.
Get outside and grow! In this innovative new series, join us to get your own garden growing. We’ll use veggie seeds to explore history, science, geography, cooking and more. You’ll receive a collection of activities to do every month, and videos to support each activity. Post your progress and successes to our SCBG Garden Club Facebook Page. Seeds will be mailed, activities will be sent electronically.
February, The Great Pea Race
Every spring Thomas Jefferson and his neighbors engaged in a friendly contest to see who could grow the first peas for the table. Join in the first South Carolina Botanical Garden Great Pea Race. We’ll send you pea seeds, tips on how to grow them, information about the life and times of Thomas Jefferson, and you’ll be entered into the contest.
March, The Wartime Secrets of Carrots
This month we’ll visit World War II Britain and discover the war-time role of carrots. During WWII the humble carrot even became important to British national security and war effort. Learn more about the history of the carrot, victory gardens, and plant your own carrots.
April, Meet the Three Sisters
For centuries corn, beans and squash were the anchor of Native American gardens across the United States. You will receive the seeds to plant your own Three Sisters Garden. This month you’ll learn about Native American agricultural expertise and innovation, and specifically the lives of the native peoples of South Carolina.
May,The Pizza Puzzle
Can you imagine a pizza without tomatoes or peppers? This month we’ll explore the Columbian exchange to discover how veggies have moved around the world. Stop in Italy to learn how veggies from the new world transformed Italian cuisine. With step-by-step instructions you’ll discover how to make your own pizza crust and tomato sauce.
Please register by February 1.
Get outside and grow! In this innovative new series, join us to get your own garden growing. We’ll use veggie seeds to explore history, science, geography, cooking and more. You’ll receive a collection of activities to do every month, and videos to support each activity. Post your progress and successes to our SCBG Garden Club Facebook Page. Seeds will be mailed, activities will be sent electronically.
February, The Great Pea Race
Every spring Thomas Jefferson and his neighbors engaged in a friendly contest to see who could grow the first peas for the table. Join in the first South Carolina Botanical Garden Great Pea Race. We’ll send you pea seeds, tips on how to grow them, information about the life and times of Thomas Jefferson, and you’ll be entered into the contest.
March, The Wartime Secrets of Carrots
This month we’ll visit World War II Britain and discover the war-time role of carrots. During WWII the humble carrot even became important to British national security and war effort. Learn more about the history of the carrot, victory gardens, and plant your own carrots.
April, Meet the Three Sisters
For centuries corn, beans and squash were the anchor of Native American gardens across the United States. You will receive the seeds to plant your own Three Sisters Garden. This month you’ll learn about Native American agricultural expertise and innovation, and specifically the lives of the native peoples of South Carolina.
May,The Pizza Puzzle
Can you imagine a pizza without tomatoes or peppers? This month we’ll explore the Columbian exchange to discover how veggies have moved around the world. Stop in Italy to learn how veggies from the new world transformed Italian cuisine. With step-by-step instructions you’ll discover how to make your own pizza crust and tomato sauce.
Please register by February 1.
After the difficulties presented last year, finding both scientific and spiritual insights for health and happiness couldn’t come at a better time. Join the International Women’s Group in welcoming Dr. Shamini Jain of CHI (Consciousness and Healing Initiative) as she shares her expertise and helps us to learn and grow together.
Dr. Shamini Jain is the Founder and CEO of the Consciousness and Healing Initiative (CHI), a collaborative accelerator that faciliates the transdisciplinary science and real-world application of consciousness and healing practices. As a clinical psychologist, as well as a research scientist in the fields of psychoneuroimmunology (PNI) and integrative medicine for over a decade, Shamini formed CHI through a deep understanding that major systemic transformations, which will place healing at the center of medicine and scientific inquiry, will most rapidly occur through a networked approach that fosters collaboration and innovation among key stakeholders. Shamini obtained her B.A. in Neuroscience and Behavior from Columbia University, and her Ph.D. degree from the SDSU/UC San Diego Joint Doctoral Program in Clinical Psychology.
Join the UIWG on Tuesday, February 2nd at 10:00 am for this live, online presentation by Dr. Shamini Jain
Free to register; Registration required
Once you register you will receive a link and a passcode necessary to join the meeting on February 2nd.
