2008 SCHEDULE (RENEWABLE ENERGY WORKSHOPS)
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DATE |
PROGRAM |
May 10
Saturday
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM |
INTRODUCTION TO RENEWABLE ENERGY SYSTEMS FOR HOME AND SMALL BUSINESS
Introduction to solar electric (photo voltaic),
solar thermal, wind, micro-hydro, geo-thermal, conversion of a diesel
vehicle to used vegetable oil (UVO). Includes cost, production, grant
information as well as review of energy savings on several systems in
operation on the farm. Also includes inspection of on-site straw bale house. Price includes one year membership to Sullivan Alliance for Sustainable Development. Please bring a bag lunch; beverages will be provided.
$60.00, which includes membership in the Sullivan Alliance for Sustainable Development ( www.sasdonline.org).
Reservations required
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May 18-20
Friday – Saturday
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
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DRAFT HORSE WORKSHOP
2 ½ days of learning to harness, hitch
and drive a pair of draft horses: practice in logging and field work. $400.00 for 2 nights lodging, 3 breakfasts and 2 lunches.
Reservations required
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June 14
Saturday
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM |
INTRODUCTION TO RENEWABLE ENERGY SYSTEMS FOR HOME AND SMALL BUSINESS
Introduction to solar electric (photovoltaic),
solar thermal, wind, micro-hydro, geo-thermal, conversion of a diesel
vehicle to used vegetable oil (UVO). Includes cost, production, grant
information as well as review of energy savings on several systems in
operation on the farm. Also includes inspection of on-site straw bale house. Price includes one year membership to Sullivan Alliance for Sustainable Development. Please bring a bag lunch; beverages will be provided.
$60.00, which includes membership in the Sullivan Alliance for Sustainable Development (www.sasdonline.org).
Reservations required
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June 27 through
September 6
Fridays and Saturdays
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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FARMING WITH KIDS
Learn about farming by doing it: feeding animals, planting, picking, grooming horses, trimming feet, gathering eggs, milking goats. Work depends on age of the children and weather. An adult must accompany the child/ children. $5.00 for adults, $4.00 for children. Adult must accompany child. No reservations needed.
Reservations required
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July 1 through
September 5
Sundays
2:00 PM 3:30 PM |
FAMILY FARM TOURS
The guilded tour is a chance see and touch our animals and to learn about farm life. Your visit will include some of the following: goat milking, wool spinning, gathering eggs, organic gardening, horse training, how to raise goats, sheep and horses, how electricity is made on the farm. The focus depends on the ages and interests of the visitors. No reservations needed. Price: $6.00/adults, $5.00/children 3 and over. Minimum tour charge is $30.00 (Or call to book a tour just for your group).
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July 13
Sunday
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM |
RENEWABLE ENERGY OPEN HOUSE
Guided tours of two story round straw bale house and wind turbine. Information on grants and other financial assistance will be provided as well as information on workshop[s for homeowners and businesses. Bring your camera! FREE.
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July 12
Saturday
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM |
INTRODUCTION TO RENEWABLE ENERGY SYSTEMS FOR HOME AND SMALL BUSINESS
Introduction to solar electric (photo voltaic),
solar thermal, wind, micro-hydro, geo-thermal, conversion of a diesel
vehicle to used vegetable oil (UVO). Includes cost, production, grant
information as well as review of energy savings on several systems in
operation on the farm. Also includes inspection of on-site straw bale house. Price includes one year membership to Sullivan Alliance for Sustainable Development. Please bring a bag lunch; beverages will be provided.
$60.00, which includes membership in the Sullivan Alliance for Sustainable Development (www.sasdonline.org).
Reservations required
Click here for renewable energy workshops pictures.
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July 27
Sunday
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
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August 9
Saturday
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM |
INTRODUCTION TO RENEWABLE ENERGY SYSTEMS FOR HOME AND SMALL BUSINESS
Introduction to solar electric (photo voltaic),
solar thermal, wind, micro-hydro, geo-thermal, conversion of a diesel
vehicle to used vegetable oil (UVO). Includes cost, production, grant
information as well as review of energy savings on several systems in
operation on the farm. Also includes inspection of on-site straw bale house. Price includes one year membership to Sullivan Alliance for Sustainable Development. Please bring a bag lunch; beverages will be provided.
$60.00, which includes membership in the Sullivan Alliance for Sustainable Development (www.sasdonline.org).
Reservations required
Click here for renewable energy workshops pictures.
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August 18
Saturday
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
INTRODUCTION TO SLOW FOOD
Learn about this international movement. Taste local specialities. Details to follow.
Reservations required
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September 13
Saturday
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM |
INTRODUCTION TO RENEWABLE ENERGY SYSTEMS FOR HOME AND SMALL BUSINESS
Introduction to solar electric (photo voltaic),
solar thermal, wind, micro-hydro, geo-thermal, conversion of a diesel
vehicle to used vegetable oil (UVO). Includes cost, production, grant
information as well as review of energy savings on several systems in
operation on the farm. Also includes inspection of on-site straw bale house. Price includes one year membership to Sullivan Alliance for Sustainable Development. Please bring a bag lunch; beverages will be provided.
$60.00, which includes membership in the Sullivan Alliance for Sustainable Development (www.sasdonline.org).
Reservations required
Click here for renewable energy workshops pictures.
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October 11
Saturday
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM |
INTRODUCTION TO RENEWABLE ENERGY SYSTEMS FOR HOME AND SMALL BUSINESS
Introduction to solar electric (photo voltaic),
solar thermal, wind, micro-hydro, geo-thermal, conversion of a diesel
vehicle to used vegetable oil (UVO). Includes cost, production, grant
information as well as review of energy savings on several systems in
operation on the farm. Also includes inspection of on-site straw bale house. Price includes one year membership to Sullivan Alliance for Sustainable Development. Please bring a bag lunch; beverages will be provided.
$60.00, which includes membership in the Sullivan Alliance for Sustainable Development (www.sasdonline.org).
Reservations required
Click here for renewable energy workshops pictures.
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November 8
Saturday
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM |
INTRODUCTION TO RENEWABLE ENERGY SYSTEMS FOR HOME AND SMALL BUSINESS
Introduction to solar electric (photo voltaic),
solar thermal, wind, micro-hydro, geo-thermal, conversion of a diesel
vehicle to used vegetable oil (UVO). Includes cost, production, grant
information as well as review of energy savings on several systems in
operation on the farm. Also includes inspection of on-site straw bale house. Price includes one year membership to Sullivan Alliance for Sustainable Development. Please bring a bag lunch; beverages will be provided.
$60.00, which includes membership in the Sullivan Alliance for Sustainable Development (www.sasdonline.org).
Reservations required
Click here for renewable energy workshops pictures.
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EVENTS IN PLANNING STAGE
In the tradition of the SLOW FOOD Movement
Ramps Festival, May 3 – 4 at the Farmers' Market in Caliicoon
Zucchini Challenge, Late August 2, Caliicoon Center area
30-Mile Meal – Old Fashioned Pot Luck Gathering of Slow Food Members–a Sunday in the early fall
details to follow
Bus tour of solar buildings - fall, TBA
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