Events

Explore the process of creating color directly from the land. Participants will learn how to sustainably and ethically gather flowers, plants, and vegetables from the farm, with an emphasis on seasonal materials and respectful harvesting practices. Guided by instructors, you’ll observe how different plant parts—petals, leaves, roots, and skins—produce a wide range of natural hues.

After gathering, the workshop moves into dye preparation, where you’ll learn the basics of extracting color, preparing fibers, and understanding how mordants and plant chemistry affect tone and longevity. Participants will experiment with dye baths using farm-sourced materials, gaining practical skills and insight into natural dye techniques that can be replicated at home. By the end of the workshop, you’ll leave with naturally dyed pieces and a deeper appreciation for color, sustainability, and the connection between art, agriculture, and the living landscape.

All materials will be provided, but bring your own garment if desired!

Please bring a water bottle, good walking shoes, a hat, and a snack!

Accessibility: This workshop includes extended periods of walking, bending, and standing. Please inform staff of any necessary accomodations.

This hands-on candle-making workshop introduces participants to the basics of crafting simple, functional candles using ethically and sustainably sourced materials from the farm. Participants will explore natural scents, including essential oils, and learn safe pouring techniques, scent blending, and best practices for use and care. Each person will leave with a finished candle and the skills to continue making candles at home.

All materials will be provided, but bring your own jars if desired!

Please bring a water bottle, good walking shoes, a hat, and a rain jacket (Farm Discovery Programs run rain or shine).

Accessibility: This workshop includes extended periods of walking, bending, and standing. Please inform staff of any necessary accomodations.

Discover the shapes, textures, and patterns of the farm in this printmaking experience. Participants will gather and work with materials ethically and sustainably sourced from the farm—leaves, flowers, spores, fibers, and other organic elements—to explore stamp-making, monoprinting, lithography, and layered compositions. Guided exercises encourage close observation of the farm’s flora & fauna, soils, and landscapes, allowing each particiapnt to translate local ecology into unique, textured prints that capture the character of the land.

All materials will be provided.

Please bring a water bottle, good walking shoes, a hat, and a snack.

Accessibility: This workshop includes extended periods of walking, bending, and standing. Please inform staff of any necessary accomodations.