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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20200425T090000
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CREATED:20200421T200708Z
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SUMMARY:Emerge and See: Resilience Strategies for Pandemics and Beyond (Online Zoom Workshop)
DESCRIPTION:Concerned about your family’s well being in these “interesting times”? Join us in this three-part online virtual series utilizing the Zoom Video Conferencing platform as we delve into the practicalities of resilience\, using time tested techniques from permaculture\, Pacific Island wisdom\, and sustainable agriculture. Whether you reside on a rural homestead or in an apartment complex\, there is an array of options to increase self-reliance for yourself\, your loved ones\, and our larger community. Topics for “Part 1: FOOD RESILIENCE” will include: resilience self-assessment\, FAST food production strategies\, nutrient-dense fruits/vegetables\, immune-supporting protocols\, edible wild plants\, and more! An information packet of handouts and resources\, including the Zoom PowerPoint slides\, will be emailed to all participants. \nThe cost of this workshop is $35/$30 VAC Members. Those who register online through Volcano Art Center’s website will be sent an email with instructions on how to join the live stream workshop online via Zoom.
URL:https://oladesigngroup.com/education/emerge-and-see-resilience-strategies-for-pandemics-and-beyond-online-zoom-workshop/
LOCATION:ZOOM Video Conferencing
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20200613T090000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20200613T120000
DTSTAMP:20260513T053915
CREATED:20200603T083750Z
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SUMMARY:Secrets of the Soil: DIY Strategies for Soil Regeneration
DESCRIPTION:Volcano Art Center is pleased to offer another live stream online workshop that is perfect to participate in from the comfort of your home. Zach Mermel of Ola Design Group will teach the second in a series of virtual workshops\, Secrets of the Soil: DIY Strategies for Soil Regeneration on Saturday\, June 13\, 2020\, from 9am – 12pm. \nHow is soil formed? What organisms reside within it? What are the different soil types on Hawaii island? Ever wondered how to make compost that your plants will devour like dessert? Join us as we explore strategies for dramatically enhancing the life-giving properties of the soil. Topics covered will include: cover cropping in the tropics\, rapid topsoil formation\, the fundamentals of soil testing at the homestead and farm scale\, as well as preparation of compost teas and biochar. An information packet of handouts and resources\, including the Zoom PowerPoint slides\, will be emailed to all participants. \nThe cost of this workshop is $35/$30 VAC Members. Those who register online through Volcano Art Center’s website will be sent an email with instructions on how to join the live stream workshop online via Zoom.
URL:https://oladesigngroup.com/education/secrets-of-the-soil/
LOCATION:Volcano Art Center Ni‘aulani Campus in Volcano Village\, 19-4074 Old Volcano Rd\, Volcano\, HI\, 96785\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20200718T090000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20200718T140000
DTSTAMP:20260513T053915
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LAST-MODIFIED:20200703T090319Z
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SUMMARY:Food from Wood: Growing Edible & Medicinal Mushrooms on Logs\, Stumps\, and Wood Chips
DESCRIPTION:Wondering what to do with those undesirable exotic trees on the Back Forty? By teaming with certain fungi\, you can turn that pesky plant problem into an edible solution. \, Mushrooms are an excellent source of vegetarian protein and nutrition with the added bonus of “easy to grow”. Their health benefits are well known and their ecological advantages are just now being fully realized. Now you can learn basic fungal biology and how fungal mycelium colonizes different materials\, particularly wooden logs\, stumps\, and wood chips. You’ll also discover the health benefits of different edible and medicinal fungi in Hawai‘i. \n 
URL:https://oladesigngroup.com/education/food-from-wood-growing-edible-medicinal-mushrooms-on-logs-stumps-and-wood-chips/
LOCATION:Volcano Art Center Ni‘aulani Campus in Volcano Village\, 19-4074 Old Volcano Rd\, Volcano\, HI\, 96785\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20200924T170000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20200924T183000
DTSTAMP:20260513T053915
CREATED:20200923T164228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200923T164228Z
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SUMMARY:Pruning Demystified
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we explore the FUNdamentals of orchard pruning for tropical and subtropical fruit trees. Topics will include: tools o’ the trade; structural pruning; strategies for hard-wooded and soft-wooded trees; reinvigorating old orchard stock; and MUCH MORE!
URL:https://oladesigngroup.com/education/pruning-demystified/
LOCATION:Hamakua Harvest\, HI\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Hamakua Harvest":MAILTO:mallionhamakuaharvest@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20200926T090000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20200926T110000
DTSTAMP:20260513T053915
CREATED:20200925T220015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200925T221346Z
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SUMMARY:Pruning Demystified: In-Orchard Assessment
DESCRIPTION:Join us in this fun\, hands-on pruning session at Hamakua Harvest’s Demonstration Orchard! Limited availability of slots\, so sign up soon! (Email: mallionhamakuaharvest@gmail.com)
URL:https://oladesigngroup.com/education/pruning-demystified-in-orchard-assessment/
LOCATION:Hamakua Harvest\, HI\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Hamakua Harvest":MAILTO:mallionhamakuaharvest@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20201017T090000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20201017T150000
DTSTAMP:20260513T053915
CREATED:20201005T213833Z
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SUMMARY:Edible Wild Plants: A Hands-On Foray for Foragers and Foodies
DESCRIPTION:Hawai‘i’s year-round growing season offers a wide array of wild food options for intrepid localvores. From seeds to leaves\, stems to fruits: you can learn what is edible and what is not in the Edible Wild Plants workshop. In this workshop\, participants will interact first-hand with many of these underappreciated edibles. This is discovery only – no picking! \nIn this popular workshop\, learn about wild edibles like plantain/laukahi\, sow thistle\, cat’s ear\, and dandelion\, among many others. \nThis is hands-on immersion for foragers & foodies!
URL:https://oladesigngroup.com/education/edible-wild-plants-a-hands-on-foray-for-foragers-and-foodies/
LOCATION:Volcano Art Center Ni‘aulani Campus in Volcano Village\, 19-4074 Old Volcano Rd\, Volcano\, HI\, 96785\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20210203T180000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20210203T183000
DTSTAMP:20260513T053915
CREATED:20210203T205617Z
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SUMMARY:Landscaping Demystified: Sensible Strategies for your Outdoor Environment
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we explore cost effective\, low maintenance landscape approaches for residential parcels.   \nTopics will include: plant selection & placement; stormwater management; time-tested landscape design strategies; and more! 
URL:https://oladesigngroup.com/education/landscaping-demystified-sensible-strategies-for-your-outdoor-environment/
LOCATION:HI
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20210522T090000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20210522T140000
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SUMMARY:Food from Wood: Edible & Medicinal Mushroom Cultivation on Logs + Stumps + Wood Chips
DESCRIPTION:Mushrooms are an excellent source of vegetarian protein and nutrition with the added bonus of “easy to grow”. Their health benefits are well known and their ecological advantages are just now being fully realized. Now you can learn basic fungal biology and how fungal mycelium colonizes different materials\, particularly wooden logs\, stumps\, and wood chips. You’ll also discover the health benefits of different edible and medicinal fungi in Hawai‘i. \n\n\n\nCourse fees are $55/$50 VAC members plus a $15 fee\, inclusive of supplies. Each participant will depart with a shiitake mushroom log kit\, as well as a King Stropharia mushroom kit. Participants will meet at VAC’s Niaulani Campus in Volcano Village for a slideshow lecture\, then drive to Shaka Forest Farms on Wright Road in Volcano Village for the hands-on segment of the workshop. Lunch break will occur from 12pm – 1pm.  For more information and to register for the workshop\, please call 808-967-8222 or visit www.volcanoartcenter.org.
URL:https://oladesigngroup.com/education/food-from-wood-edible-medicinal-mushroom-cultivation-on-logs-stumps-wood-chips/
LOCATION:Volcano Art Center Ni‘aulani Campus in Volcano Village\, 19-4074 Old Volcano Rd\, Volcano\, HI\, 96785\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20210822T120000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20210822T124500
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SUMMARY:Multipurpose Plants for the Tropical Highlands
DESCRIPTION:Volcano is situated in the wonder-filled tropical highlands. An important climate category globally\, tropical highland counterparts elsewhere include locations in New Guinea\, Ethiopia\, Central and South America. In this engaging 45 minute seminar\, we will explore certain stellar examples of trees\, shrubs\, and ground covers from the world’s tropical highlands regions (including here in Volcano) that can be integrated into our home landscapes\, for increased beauty\, self reliance\, and ecological integrity.
URL:https://oladesigngroup.com/education/multipurpose-plants-for-the-tropical-highlands/
LOCATION:Volcano Art Center Ni‘aulani Campus in Volcano Village\, 19-4074 Old Volcano Rd\, Volcano\, HI\, 96785\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20220514T090000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20220514T140000
DTSTAMP:20260513T053915
CREATED:20220419T064126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220419T064126Z
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SUMMARY:Landscaping with Native Hawaiian Plants
DESCRIPTION:Locally adapted. Relatively low maintenance. A habitat for beneficial organisms. These are just some of the positive aspects of incorporating native plants into your garden and landscape. \nIn this hands-on workshop\, you’ll interact first-hand with a variety of native plants found throughout Hawai‘i Island’s various microclimates and learn how to integrate these plant allies into your home ecosystem. Join the
URL:https://oladesigngroup.com/education/landscaping-with-native-hawaiian-plants/
LOCATION:Volcano Art Center Ni‘aulani Campus in Volcano Village\, 19-4074 Old Volcano Rd\, Volcano\, HI\, 96785\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20240120T090000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20240120T143000
DTSTAMP:20260513T053915
CREATED:20240118T011216Z
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SUMMARY:Edible Landscaping for Backyards & Beyond!
DESCRIPTION:Transform your lanai and lawn\, your field and fence\, into an abundant oasis of edible and multifunctional plants. Attendees will explore a range of edible plants that can grow mauka to makai. A packet of practical readings and resources for further learning is included. Participants will get to take home a number of edible plants at the conclusion of the workshop.
URL:https://oladesigngroup.com/education/edible-landscaping-for-backyards-beyond/
LOCATION:Volcano Art Center Ni‘aulani Campus in Volcano Village\, 19-4074 Old Volcano Rd\, Volcano\, HI\, 96785\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20251213T090000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20251213T140000
DTSTAMP:20260513T053915
CREATED:20251008T192307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T192307Z
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SUMMARY:Food from Wood: Cultivating Edible & Medicinal Mushrooms on Logs\, Stumps\, and Wood Chips
DESCRIPTION:Wondering what to do with those undesirable exotic trees on the Back Forty? By teaming with certain fungi\, you can turn that pesky plant problem into an edible solution. A wonder drug or just darn tasty\, the humble mushroom belongs to a kingdom seldom explored. Mushrooms are an excellent source of vegetarian protein and nutrition with the added bonus of being “easy to grow”. Their health benefits are well known and their ecological advantages are just now being fully realized. Now you can learn basic fungal biology and how fungal mycelium colonizes different materials\, particularly wooden logs\, stumps\, and wood chips. You’ll also discover the specific health benefits of different edible and medicinal fungi in Hawai‘i.
URL:https://oladesigngroup.com/education/food-from-wood-cultivating-edible-medicinal-mushrooms-on-logs-stumps-and-wood-chips/
LOCATION:Volcano Art Center Ni‘aulani Campus in Volcano Village\, 19-4074 Old Volcano Rd\, Volcano\, HI\, 96785\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20260509T080000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20260509T170000
DTSTAMP:20260513T053915
CREATED:20260416T055606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T060649Z
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SUMMARY:Diversified Farm Design Course
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to design a resilient\, diversified farm using agro-ecological principles. This hands-on course will guide you through site analysis\, goal setting\, and the creation of a customized farm design and implementation plan.  \nOffered over two separate Saturdays (May 9th & May 23rd)\,  \nRegistration link here: https://tinyurl.com/divfarmdesign
URL:https://oladesigngroup.com/education/diversified-farm-design-course/
LOCATION:Starseed Ranch\, 4838 Akoni Pule Hwy\, Kapaʻau\, HI\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Hawai%CA%BBi Institute of Pacific Agriculture":MAILTO:programs@hipagriculture.org
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