Concerned about food security? Not sure where to get started?
2020 highlighted the fragility of our food system, and many people are feeling urgency to take greater responsibility for their food and where it comes from. In light of the pandemic and the associated lockdowns, unemployment, workforce limitations, and rising food costs, we are witnessing an unprecedented interest in food security, local supply chains, health & wellness, and immunity. People want to take action, but where to begin?!
This online workshop focuses on edible plants that are particularly useful in the context of emergencies. We will focus on widely-available wild plants, nutrient-dense “weeds”, and fast-growing annual plants that ensure a quick and abundant harvest.
This workshop might be for you if:
You want to feel more prepared and self-reliant in case of food shortages or supply-chain breakdowns
You want fresh, nutrient-dense food, as quickly as possible
You are looking for plants that are easy-to-grow and provide an abundant harvest
You have no space or limited space for a garden, but still want to take responsibility for your food
You want a personal food security plan that works in both urban/rural contexts
You are interested in widely-available edible wild plants
You are seeking a diverse approach to food security
You want to deepen your connection to nature and engage your environment in a new way
In this workshop, we will explore:
Creating a food security strategy that integrates with your current lifestyle
Solutions for urban environments, including apartments and condos
Growing food indoors and in small spaces
Edible wild plants & weeds with recipes & resources
Quick-turn-around crops
Easy-to-grow edibles for bold beginners
High-yield plants that produce throughout the season
Resources for continued ongoing education
Strategies for long-term food security
About The Instructors @ Edible Landscapes Design Ltd:
We are a team of passionate professionals serving home-owners, businesses, farms, and diy-ers to design, install and maintain edible landscapes that nourish the body, feed the soul, and regenerate the land.
Based in Victoria, BC, our team leverages 25+ years of combined experience and education in design, organic horticulture, tree care, market gardening, farming, restoration ecology, water management, and urban development.
Our lead instructor, Joshua Clae Wagler, is a passionate and sought-after instructor, having offered his educational services to over 1100 students since co-founding Edible Landscapes Design in 2013. He is an instructor at Pacific Rim College’s Permaculture & Resilient Ecosystems Program, helped developed the Food Forestry curriculum for the Growing Young Farmers Society, and has been invited to speak at the Horticultural Centre of the Pacific, for the Victoria Hardy Plants Group, Victoria Seedy Saturday Speaker Series (2018, 2019, 2020), The Haven on Gabriola Island, and the Victoria Master Gardeners Association.
Workshop Summary:
1.5 Hour Live Online Workshop w/ Q & A
Focused & Applicable Content
Experienced Professional Instruction
Engaging & Entertaining Learning Environment
Holistic Approach with Attention to Detail
Resources to Learn More
EARLY-BIRD TICKETS AVAILABLE (REGISTER NOW TO SAVE YOUR SPOT):
EARLY-BIRD: $30 + tax (Before Feb 27)
REGULAR ADMISSION: $45 + tax (Before March 6, 2021)
Feedback from Past Workshops:
“The passion and authenticity of your content is outstanding. It was a pleasure to be in your company thus far and to learn from you.”
Deborah Wickins, Professor at University of Victoria
“We definitely received the information we were looking for and more. It was very relevant to what we hoped to create on our property. We are very excited about working with you to develop our own forest farm.”
Beverly Dullaert
“The kindness shown and offering so much knowledge was so inspiring. All of the information provided and the humour used in the presentation. It was really well presented and the time went by fast! I liked the passion for creating a forest garden. It was contagious ;)”
Deb, “Grow-Your-Own Food Forest Online Workshop”
“Learning how to make a small piece of land as productive as it can be is very appealing. I gained a lot of knowledge regarding planning out a food forest, and high yielding edible plants. [...] I just wish the course went longer, there was so much I wanted to learn!”
Jennifer Lee
“Your company goals and the way you present information is very inspiring. It is clear in the way you talk that there is a lot of passion and positivity behind what you do and it’s really valuable to me to be a part of it. [...] I left with a lot of information that will be incredibly valuable moving forward.
Stephanie Jacobs ‘2019 Design to Harvest workshop series’
“Excellent visuals and all the material was easy to follow. [...] They were passionate and presented an excellent workshop that was an inspiration for my future gardening practices.”
Bonnie Milbury - retired social worker
“I appreciated the "aha" moments and the awareness that others also believe and practice that this is truly so much more than gardening in a physical sense.”
Tania Stearns-Smith, Program Director and Co-Founder of Blossoming at the Farm Society
“I received more than what I was expecting. Exploring the "inner landscape" was a new concept for me, as were the zones. So inspiring.”
Dale Jarvis, retired Elementary School Principal
“Very informative and thorough. Much grateful for all you shared. [...] Your slides were very well designed and the information was well organized. Great job!”
Maribet Balestena, Architect and Landscape Architect
“I love the energy from the two of you: calm, inclusive, holistic. It's a lovely learning environment that you have created.”
Deborah Wickins, Professor at University of Victoria
EARLY-BIRD TICKETS AVAILABLE (REGISTER NOW TO SAVE YOUR SPOT):
EARLY-BIRD: $30 + tax (Before Feb 27)
REGULAR ADMISSION: $45 + tax (Before March 6, 2021)