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SUMMARY:Plant ID & Foraging Skills with Friends Farm (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Embark on a thrilling journey with Friends Farm into the wonders of the plant kingdom and how we can live in harmony with our leafy friends! \n🌿 Plant ID and Foraging (Jan 13th): Become a nature detective as we delve into the art of identifying edible and useful wild plants. Join our seasoned instructor as you’re guided  through the lush landscapes of foraging\, sharing insights on sustainable harvesting and responsible wildcrafting. Learn to connect with the environment\, discovering treasures hiding in plain sight. \nEvent Details: \n📅 Date: \n\nPlant ID and Foraging: Tuesday\, January 13th\, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM\n\n📍 Location: Online through Zoom (Recordings will also be sent out) \nInvestment: \nThis class is offered on a sliding scale of $45-$50. Your investment not only supports your learning journey\, but also contributes to Friends Farm’s mission of fostering a deeper connection between people and the natural world. \n  \nParticipate in this unique adventure by signing up today! Follow\, like\, and stay tuned for updates on our social media channels (@friendsfarmco on facebook and instagram). For more\, contact Oliver at 757.971.3416 or info@friendsfarm.org. \n  \nAbout Oliver: \nOliver Aurand is an organic farmer and a founder of Friends Farm with 10 years of experience in permaculture\, botany\, foraging and survival skills. He has taught classes in multiple states and applies this knowledge of varied ecosystems and food ways to share a holistic view of our natural world.  \nArmed with a degree in Anthropology\, Oliver delves deep into ethnobotany and the art of ‘primitive skills\,’ cultivating a profound understanding of living in harmonious relation with the land. By avoiding the overly technical\, cultish\, or fear-driven narratives\, Oliver crafts an engaging tapestry that invites participants to discover the beauty and wisdom of our connection with nature and the art of survival. \n  \nThis Class is part of a two part series that also includes Survival Skills and Emergency Preparedness. You can sign up for both parts for a discount here: https://friendsfarm.org/events… \nJoin us as we venture into the wild\, learning\, connecting\, and thriving together. Let’s cultivate a community that not only survives but thrives in harmony with the rhythms of nature. #Foraging #Plant ID  #FriendsFarmExperience
URL:https://friendsfarm.org/events/plant-id-foraging/
LOCATION:Online\, Link Sent with Registration
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SUMMARY:Foraging & Survival Skills (Two Class Package)
DESCRIPTION:Foraging and Survival Skills Unleashed: A Nature Immersion Experience\n\nEmbark on a thrilling journey with Friends Farm as we present an unparalleled Foraging and Survival Skills class on Tuesday\, January 13th\, and Sunday\, January 20th\,  both from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature\, uncover the secrets of the wild\, and equip yourself with essential survival skills. \nClass Breakdown: \n🌿 Plant ID and Foraging (Jan 13th): Become a nature detective as we delve into the art of identifying edible and useful wild plants. Join our seasoned instructors as they guide you through the lush landscapes of foraging\, sharing insights on sustainable harvesting and responsible wildcrafting. Learn to connect with the environment\, discovering treasures hiding in plain sight. \n(More Details Here: https://friendsfarm.org/events/plant-id-foraging/) \n🔥 Survival Skills (Jan 20th): Elevate your outdoor prowess with a deep dive into survival skills. From emergency preparedness to feeling at home in the wild\, this session covers the essentials for navigating and thriving in nature. Our experienced facilitators will share time-tested techniques\, fostering a connection between you and the great outdoors. \n(More Details: https://friendsfarm.org/events/survival-to-thrival/) \nEvent Details: \n📅 Dates: \n\nPlant ID and Foraging: Tuesday\, January 13th\, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM\nSurvival Skills: Tuesday\, January 20th\, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM\n\n📍 Location: Online through Zoom (Recordings will also be sent out after) \nInvestment: \nChoose to attend one session for $45-$50 (sliding scale) or maximize your experience by joining both for $75-$85. Your investment not only supports your learning journey but also contributes to Friends Farm’s mission of fostering a deeper connection between people and the natural world. \n  \nParticipate in this unique adventure by signing up today! Follow\, like\, and stay tuned for updates on our social media channels (friendsfarmco on facebook and instragram). For more information\, contact Oliver at 757.971.3416 or hellofriendsfarm@gmail.com \n  \nAbout Oliver: \nOliver Aurand is an organic farmer and a founder of Friends Farm with 10 years of experience in permaculture\, botany\, foraging and survival skills. He has taught classes in multiple states and applies this knowledge of varied ecosystems and food ways to share a holistic view of our natural world.  \nArmed with a degree in Anthropology\, Oliver delves deep into ethnobotany and the art of ‘primitive skills\,’ cultivating a profound understanding of living in harmonious relation with the land. By avoiding the overly technical\, cultish\, or fear-driven narratives\, Oliver crafts an engaging tapestry that invites participants to discover the beauty and wisdom of our connection with nature and the art of survival. \n  \nJoin us as we venture into the wild\, learning\, connecting\, and thriving together. Let’s cultivate a community that not only survives but thrives in harmony with the rhythms of nature.
URL:https://friendsfarm.org/events/foraging-survival-skills/
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SUMMARY:From Survival to Thrival: Skills for Being at Home in Our World (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Embark on a thrilling journey with Friends Farm to equip yourself with essential survival skills no matter where you roam! \nClass Breakdown: \n🔥 Survival Skills (Jan 20th): Elevate your outdoor prowess with a deep dive into survival skills. From emergency preparedness to feeling at home in the wild\, this session covers the essentials for navigating and thriving in nature. We will share time-tested techniques\, fostering a connection between you and the great outdoors. \nWhat You’ll Learn: \n🔥 Start and maintain a fire safely.\n🏡 Build shelters with natural materials.\n💧 Source and purify water.\n🧭 Develop calm\, resilient mindsets under pressure.\n🧠 Learn survival decision-making strategies.\n🎒 Build practical emergency kits for home\, car\, and travel.\n📋 Create simple preparedness plans for families and communities. \nEvent Details: \n📅 Date: \n\nSurvival Skills: Tuesday\, January 20th\, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM\n\n📍 Location: Online through Zoom (Recording will also be sent out after) \nInvestment: \nThis class is offered on a sliding scale of $45-$50. Your investment not only supports your learning journey but also contributes to Friends Farm’s mission of fostering a deeper connection between people and the natural world. \n  \nParticipate in this unique adventure by signing up today! Follow\, like\, and stay tuned for updates on our social media channels (Friendsfarmco on facebook and instagram). For more information or to reserve your spot\, contact Oliver at 757.971.3416 or hellofriendsfarm@gmail.com. \n  \nAbout Oliver: \nOliver Aurand is an organic farmer and a founder of Friends Farm with 10 years of experience in permaculture\, botany\, foraging and survival skills. He has taught classes in multiple states and applies this knowledge of varied ecosystems and food ways to share a holistic view of our natural world.  \nArmed with a degree in Anthropology\, Oliver delves deep into ethnobotany and the art of ‘primitive skills\,’ cultivating a profound understanding of living in harmonious relation with the land. By avoiding the overly technical\, cultish\, or fear-driven narratives\, Oliver crafts an engaging tapestry that invites participants to discover the beauty and wisdom of our connection with nature and the art of survival. \nThis Class is part of a two part series that also includes Foraging\, Plant ID and Botany. You can sign up for both parts for a discount here: https://friendsfarm.org/events… \nJoin us as we venture into the wild\, learning\, connecting\, and thriving together. Let’s cultivate a community that not only survives but thrives in harmony with the rhythms of nature. 
URL:https://friendsfarm.org/events/survival-to-thrival/
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