Evening Childcare: Farm Fun & Campfire

Enjoy a relaxed evening out while your kids enjoy an unforgettable night on the farm. Children will be cared for by Farm Discovery staff and enjoy an evening filled with hands-on crafts, group games, and time to explore the farm after dark. A guided night walk will invite kids to look up at

2-Day Sourdough Boule Workshop

Join Molly for a two part sourdough boule workshop! This is an expansion of the single day sourdough workshop, and will include the science of gluten, how processing affects our food, fermentation tips, and two days of instruction (for proper rise and structure strengthening). We'll cover types of flour, ideal fermentation conditions, troubleshooting

Mushroom Foraging Workshop

Overview Participants will join an expert-led guided walk on Live Earth Farm- highlighting edible and non-edible fungi found in Santa Cruz County. Mushroom Walk: This is an immersive, hands-on introduction to mushroom foraging and forest ecology led by local expert, Starlynn Hartnek. This workshop emphasizes real-world identification skills, seasonal species recognition, and understanding

Holiday Sweets Workshop

Celebrate the season with a cozy, family-friendly baking workshop set right on the farm where many of our ingredients are grown. Together we’ll explore the magic of holiday baking, from classic flavors to creative twists—with vegan-friendly options available for every recipe. During this hands-on class, you’ll learn the fundamentals of baking as well

Fall Season Gardening Workshop

Get your tickets now! Hey there, fellow gardeners! Ready to dive into what might just be the best gardening season on the California Central Coast? While the rest of the country is putting their gardens to bed, we're just getting started with those perfect 50-70°F days and that wonderful rain. What We'll

Fermented Drinks Workshop

Fermented Drinks Workshop: Ancient Wisdom, Modern Wellness Join us for a hands-on exploration of traditional fermentation as we craft three probiotic-rich beverages: water kefir, kombucha, and beet kvass. You'll learn to make light, effervescent water kefir using living kefir grains, brew tangy kombucha with a SCOBY culture, and create earthy, mineral-rich beet kvass

Farm to Jar: Veggie Preservation Workshop

Join us for a hands-on experience that takes you from garden to pantry in one rewarding day. This workshop combines the satisfaction of harvest with the practical skills of food preservation, ensuring you can enjoy fresh flavors year-round. Part 1: Harvest Experience We'll begin by heading down to Live Earth Farm, where you'll harvest

Wreath Making Workshop

Relax and Recharge this Holiday season with this hands-on wreath making workshop at Farm Discovery at Live Earth Farm. This workshop includes everything you need to create your own winter wreath: locally sourced greens, pods, fall foliage, tools, and instruction from Farm Discovery staff. There’s nothing more gratifying than learning a new skill

Sweet & Savory Focaccia Workshop

Join Molly for a sweet and savory focaccia workshop! Explore the science of gluten and how processing affects our food, all while baking (and tasting) delicious focaccia. leave with a deeper understanding of your dough - and your diet. All materials will be provided. Please bring a water bottle, good walking shoes, a

Sweet & Savory Focaccia Workshop

Join Molly for a sweet and savory focaccia workshop! Explore the science of gluten and how processing affects our food, all while baking (and tasting) delicious focaccia. leave with a deeper understanding of your dough - and your diet. Get Your Tickets