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What’s New for 2012 – An Overview
We presented brief descriptions of our 2012 projects January 22, 1:30-3:30pm at the Woodland Park Library. Most of the ideas presented will form the basis of our future workshops. You will likely be impressed by the creative energy of our … Continue reading
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2012 Harvest Center Event Calendar
The Harvest Center calendar of events for 2012 is available for download. The lineup of workshops and events is excellent. Come grow with us! Download the 2012 HC calendar of events.
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477 lbs organic veggies grown in dome greenhouse!
Clients of our local food pantry, The Community Cupboard, received 477 pounds of fresh, organic veggies from The Harvest Center in 2011. Volunteers grew the produce in a 22 ft diameter dome greenhouse from Growing Spaces in Pagosa Springs, CO. … Continue reading
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Workshop: What Did We Learn in 2011?
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Video Series: Story of Broke & Welcome to Plutocracy
The Harvest Center and the Woodland Park Library co-sponsor a series of videos related to environmental issues. November 17th we screened two brief videos which address economic issues impacting our environment. We had a lively, constructive discussion after the videos. … Continue reading
Ag Journal article about Dome Greenhouses
Food Day was celebrated October 24th, 2012 at over 20,000 venues in all 50 states. Candace Krebs celebrated Food Day by visiting the Galileo Middle School greenhouse in Colorado Springs and the Harvest Center greenhouse at Aspen Valley Ranch in … Continue reading
Stretching a Short Growing Season by Ron Capen on Vimeo. Ron Capen describes his method for using a protected patio space for Summer container gardening followed by use of indoor space for crop maturity and continued harvest. Keep in mind … Continue reading
Learn more about the seven events we’re either hosting or promoting during the month of September by visiting this web page.
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Photos of Garden and Greenhouse Tour
Jim Bennett created a slideshow which includes photos of all gardens and greenhouses on the tour. Laura Hatfield’s photos of John Collins’ multiple projects have also been posted. Thanks to both of you and all the participants — hosts and … Continue reading
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2011 Garden & Greenhouse Tour
Mark your calendar for 11am-4pm August 20 & 21. The Harvest Center is hosting our 3rd Annual Garden and Greenhouse Tour. The tour is self-guided and will cover Green Mountain Falls to Divide on Saturday and Divide to eastern … Continue reading