This program begins with three in-person classroom sess ions in January\, February\, and March\, and then continues through October with hands-on and in-the -field inspections of the several hive stands pres ent at Horn Farm.
\n \nProgram Fees:
\n \n$750 ($500 year one\, $250 year two) - Paymen t plan is available. For those wanting a p ayment plan\, a $100 deposit will enroll for you f or the course.
\n \n*Ap plicants must not have an allergy to bees (Yes\, y ou will get stung).
\n \n*Y ear One participants will be responsible for purch asing their own safety equipment and woodenware (H ives/Boxes). Guidance on what to purchase occurs w ithin the class sessions.
\n \n< span style="text-decoration:none\;">The schedule a nd content for the program is as follows - session s occur in-person\, rain or shine:
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| \n Wednesday\, February 25\, 2026 \n \nHellam Township Municipal Building \n | \n \n | \n \n Honeybee Anat omy (at Hellam Township Municipal Building) \n | \n
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Horn Farm Center (4945 Horn Road\, York \, PA 17406) \ n | \n \n 6:00 PM -7:30 PM \n | \n \n Classroom / Open Hive Inspection< /span> \n | \n \n
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| \n Wednesday\, June 10\, 2026 \n \n< span style="font-size:10pt\;">Horn Farm Center \n | \n \n 6:00 PM -7:30 PM \n | \n \n | \n \n
| \n Wednesday\, July 8\, 2026 \n \n
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Health and Safety
\n \n*Parking for class at at the farm takes place along the field above the farmhouse.
\n \n*Al l programs are subject to change based on unforese en circumstances including inclement weather. Part icipants will receive an email and phone call if t here are any program changes or cancellations. Tha nk you for supporting regenerative farming and edu cational programs at the Horn Farm Center.< /span>
\n \n*For questions regarding cancellation\, please review our Cancellation and Refund Policy. < /span>
DESCRIPTION:Our Beekeeper Training Program participants learn under the supervision of our beekeeper\, Mark Ging rich of Gingrich Apiaries. Over the course of the two year program\, participants will work side by side with Mark and other program participants to l earn all aspects of keeping bees. At the end of ye ar one\, each participant will have the option of receiving a bee colony to be moved to their home p roperty. During the second year\, participants wil l benefit from repetition of some aspects of the p rogram\, learn more advanced techniques and troubl eshooting while managing their own hive at home. \n \n \n \n This program begins with three in-pers on classroom sessions in January\, February\, and March\, and then continues through October with ha nds-on and in-the-field inspections of the several hive stands present at Horn Farm.\n \n \n \n Pro gram Fees: \n \n \n \n $750 ($500 year one\, $250 year two) - Payment plan is available. For those wanting a payment plan\, a $100 deposit will enrol l for you for the course. \n \n \n \n Program deta ils/requirements:\n \n \n *Applicants must not hav e an allergy to bees (Yes\, you will get stung).\n \n \n \n *A general understanding and basic knowl edge of beekeeping is helpful\, but not required. Foundational information will be covered in the cl assroom sessions.\n \n \n \n *Year One participant s will be responsible for purchasing their own saf ety equipment and woodenware (Hives/Boxes). Guidan ce on what to purchase occurs within the class ses sions.\n \n \n \n The schedule and content for the program is as follows - sessions occur in-person\ , rain or shine:\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \ n \n Wednesday\, January 21\, 2026\n \n \n \n Hellam Township Municipal Building (35 Walnut Sp rings Road\, York\, PA 17406)\n \n \n \n \n 6:00 PM -7:30 PM\n \n \n \n \n Meet / Greet / Program Overview (at Hellam Township Munic ipal Building)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wednesday\, February 25\, 2026\n \n \n \n Hell am Township Municipal Building\n \n \n \n \n 6:00 PM -7:30 PM\n \n \n \n \n Honeyb ee Anatomy (at Hellam Township Municipal Building) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wednesday\, M arch 25\, 2026\n \n \n \n Hellam Township Munic ipal Building\n \n \n \n \n 6:00 PM -7:30 PM\n \n \n \n \n Parts of the Hive / Bee keeping Methodology (at Hellam Township Municipal Building)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wedn esday\, April 22\, 2026\n \n \n \n Horn Farm Ce nter (4945 Horn Road\, York\, PA 17406)\n \n \n \n \n 6:00 PM -7:30 PM\n \n \n \n \n Classroom / Open Hive Inspection\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wednesday\, May 13\, 2026\n \n \n \n Horn Farm Center\n \n \n \n \n 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM\n \n \n \n \n Open Hi ve Inspection\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wednesday\, June 10\, 2026\n \n \n \n Horn Farm Center\n \n \n \n \n 6:00 PM -7:30 PM\n \n \n \n \n Open Hive Inspection\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wednesday\, July 8\, 2 026\n \n \n \n Horn Farm Center\n \n \n \n \n 6:00 PM -7:30 PM\n \n \n \n \n Op en Hive Inspection\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \ n No August Session\n \n \n \n \n ---- ------\n \n \n \n \n Off\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wednesday\, September 9\, 2026 \n \n \n \n Horn Farm Center\n \n \n \n \ n 6:00 PM -7:30 PM\n \n \n \n \n Open Hive Inspection - Fall Preparation \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Saturday\, October 10\, 2026 \n \n \n \n Horn Farm Center\n \n \n \n \ n 7:30 AM\n \n \n \n \n Take Bees Home \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Heal th and Safety\n \n \n \n *Parking for class at at the farm takes place along the field above the far mhouse.\n \n \n \n *All programs are subject to ch ange based on unforeseen circumstances including i nclement weather. Participants will receive an ema il and phone call if there are any program changes or cancellations. Thank you for supporting regene rative farming and educational programs at the Hor n Farm Center.\n \n \n \n *For questions regarding cancellation\, please review our Cancellation and Refund Policy. (https://hornfarmcenter.org/refund -policy/) \n \n CATEGORIES:Programs CALSCALE:GREGORIAN DTSTAMP;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T180000 DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261010T073000 URL:https://hornfarmcenter.org/civimessages/event/info/?reset=1&id=1274 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:CiviCRM_EventID_1397_b793fddb451c9a035d23ee05cee039c9@hornfarmcenter.org SUMMARY:Live Q&A: Forest Garden Design Intensive X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
\n \n Dave Jacke and his teaching team are here to answe r your questions!
\n \nJoin this free virtu al session to meet the instructors and get a previ ew of Edible Ecosystems Emerging\ , a 9-day Forest Garden Design Intensive taking pl ace at the Horn Farm from Friday\, October 16th to Sunday\, October 25th. \;
\n \nDuring this session\, the instructors will answer audienc e-submitted questions and provide a closer look at the Forest Garden Design Intensive. Questions can be submitted in advance or shared live. \;
\n \nWhether you\;re new to the forest garden ing concept\, on the fence about joining the 9-day course\, or already committed and curious about w hat you'\;ll learn\, we welcome you to join us! \;
\n \nRegistrations are now open for th e Forest Garden Design Intensive\, and we encourage early sign-ups for the best chance to s ecure scholarships and a spacious payment plan. Se e the p rogram webpage for full details\, including a tentative class schedule\, outcomes\, pricing and payment\, and more. Scholarships are avail able and distributed on a first-come\, fi rst-served basis. \;
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Dave Jacke \;is the lead author o
f the award winning two-volume book \;
Ecologist-a t-heart Jon Darby is a wild foods enthusiast and e ducator\, avid gardener\, and former farmer. \ ; He has served the \;Horn Farm Center \;in varyin g capacities since 2009\, where he currently acts as Farm and Agroforestry Manager. Jon received his Permaculture Design Certification in 2011 from Su squehanna Permaculture and in 2014 completed his P ermaculture Teacher Training through Dynamics Ecol ogical Design. \; He loves to travel and meet new places and people\, but feels most at home in the hills and valleys of the Susquehanna River whe re he was raised. He is married with 2 kids and 3 cats.
\n \nAaron Guman has farmed grass-fed beef\, designed and built eco logical landscapes\, conducted perennial farm rese arch\, and led nonprofits. \; He currently ser ves as Project Manager for \;ADAPT Agroforestry\, a col laborative\, five-year\, USDA-funded research proj ect studying agroforestry systems at multiple farm s and universities across New England. \; Aaro n also supports agroforestry adoption as a Co-Cura tor of the \;Agroforestry Working Group \;w ith the Vermont Farm to Plate Network\, and as the Membership Coordinator for the \;National Agroforestry Coa lition. His ultimate goal is getting trees on farms to benefit farmers\, communities\, and ecosy stems. \; Aaron took this course in 2011\, and trained as a teacher with Dave\, as well. \; A native of Pennsylvania\, Aaron now homesteads wi th his partner in central Vermont.
DESCRIPTION:\n \n \n \n \n Curious about forest gardening? Con sidering taking part in the Horn Farm's upcoming F orest Garden Design Intensive (https://hornfarmcen ter.org/fgdi/)? \n \n \n Dave Jacke and his teachi ng team are here to answer your questions!\n \n \n \n Join this free virtual session to meet the ins tructors and get a preview of Edible Ecosystems Em erging\, a 9-day Forest Garden Design Intensive ta king place at the Horn Farm from Friday\, October 16th to Sunday\, October 25th. \n \n \n \n During this session\, the instructors will answer audienc e-submitted questions and provide a closer look at the Forest Garden Design Intensive. Questions can be submitted in advance or shared live. \n \n \n \n Whether you\;re new to the forest gardening con cept\, on the fence about joining the 9-day course \, or already committed and curious about what you 'll learn\, we welcome you to join us! \n \n \n \n Registrations are now open for the Forest Garden Design Intensive\, and we encourage early sign-ups for the best chance to secure scholarships and a spacious payment plan. See the program webpage (ht tps://hornfarmcenter.org/fgdi/) for full details\, including a tentative class schedule\, outcomes\, pricing and payment\, and more. Scholarships are available and distributed on a first-come\, first- served basis. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Instructors\n \n \n \n \n \n Dave Jacke\n \n \n D ave Jacke is the lead author of the award winning two-volume book Edible Forest Gardens. An engagin g and passionate educator\, Dave is also a meticul ous designer. He has studied ecology and design s ince the 1970s\, and has run his own firm—Dynamics Ecological Design (http://www.edibleforestgardens .com/)—since 1984. He has designed\, built\, pl anted\, and managed landscapes\, homes\, farms\, a nd communities around North America\, as well as o verseas\, and inhabited forest gardens at his curr ent and past homesteads. He holds a B.A. in Envir onmental Studies from Simon’s Rock College (http:/ /www.simons-rock.edu/) (1980) and a M.A. in Landsc ape Design from the Conway School of Landscape Des ign (http://www.csld.edu/) (1984). Read more at ed ibleforestgardens.com (http://www.edibleforestgard ens.com/).\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jon Darby\n \n \ n Ecologist-at-heart Jon Darby is a wild foods ent husiast and educator\, avid gardener\, and former farmer. He has served the Horn Farm Center (https ://hornfarmcenter.org/) in varying capacities sinc e 2009\, where he currently acts as Farm and Agrof orestry Manager. Jon received his Permaculture Des ign Certification in 2011 from Susquehanna Permacu lture and in 2014 completed his Permaculture Teach er Training through Dynamics Ecological Design. H e loves to travel and meet new places and people\, but feels most at home in the hills and valleys o f the Susquehanna River where he was raised. He is married with 2 kids and 3 cats.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Aaron Guman \n \n \n Aaron Guman has farmed grass-fed beef\, designed and built ecological lan dscapes\, conducted perennial farm research\, and led nonprofits. He currently serves as Project Ma nager for ADAPT Agroforestry (https://colsa.unh.ed u/agroforestry)\, a collaborative\, five-year\, US DA-funded research project studying agroforestry s ystems at multiple farms and universities across N ew England. Aaron also supports agroforestry adop tion as a Co-Curator of the Agroforestry Working G roup (https://www.vtfarmtoplate.com/agroforestry) with the Vermont Farm to Plate Network\, and as th e Membership Coordinator for the National Agrofore stry Coalition (https://agroforestrycoalition.org/ ). His ultimate goal is getting trees on farms to benefit farmers\, communities\, and ecosystems. A aron took this course in 2011\, and trained as a t eacher with Dave\, as well. A native of Pennsylva nia\, Aaron now homesteads with his partner in cen tral Vermont.\n \n CATEGORIES:Workshop CALSCALE:GREGORIAN DTSTAMP;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T190000 DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T200000 URL:https://hornfarmcenter.org/civimessages/event/info/?reset=1&id=1397 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:CiviCRM_EventID_1384_b793fddb451c9a035d23ee05cee039c9@hornfarmcenter.org SUMMARY:Elderberry: From Harvest to Syrup X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
\n \n Join us for an in-depth exploration of the American Elder (Sambucus canadensis)\, where we'\;ll discuss ecology and history\, identification and harvest\, and the many ways we can incorporate thi s amazing plant into our lives. This class will ta ke us from collecting berries to crafting medicine :
\n \nIn the Field \; - while touring the Horn Farm'\;s elderberry pa tches\, we'\;ll discuss identification\, ecolog y\, ethnobotany\, and harvesting in wild contexts.
\n \nIn the Kitchen \ ;- after harvesting elderberries from the field\, we'\;ll \;walk through the process of makin g medicinal syrup from start to finish. \;&nbs p\;We&rsquo\;ll also sample other prepared food an d beverages made with elderberry.
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All participants will leave with a small jar of fi
nished syrup. \;For anyone interested in
purchasing elderberry plants\, we will have a few
potted up from our nursery\, available for $12/ ea
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gers\, and a newfound appreciation for one of our
favorite shrubs.
Bring a drawi ng pad and pencil for sketching and notes \, and dress for the weather. We&rsquo\;ll be outs ide\, rain or shine\, and experiencing the plants up-close. \;
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This class will partially take place outdoors\, \;rain or shine\, along walking trails in meado w and woodland edge ecosystems at the Horn Farm. P lease check the weather in advance and dress accor dingly.
\n \nThis program will involve w alking on mowed paths with potentially muddy and u neven conditions.
\n \nParking takes place in the field above t he farmhouse. \;Plan to arrive 10 minutes early so we can begin the class on time. \;More details about parking will be communicated in a reminder email days before the program. \ ;
\n \nWhile this class is suited for adult learning\, childre n are welcome to attend. Any child above 13 must b e registered separately\; \;children 1 2 and younger may attend without charge\, but must be accompanied by a registering adult.\n \n
The standard cost for this program is $50/person. Sliding scal e options are available to increase accessibility.
\n \nSince the Horn Fa rm is a working farm with active restoration space s\, we do not allow dogs in our programs. \;\n \n
All programs are subject to change due to unforeseen c ircumstances including inclement weather. Particip ants will receive an email in the days preceding t he program for any changes or cancellations. \ ;You can review our current \;Cancellation and Re fund Policy here. \;
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Jonathan Darby is a wild foods enthusiast and educator\, avid gardener\, f ormer farmer and has served the Horn Farm Center i n varying capacities for over 15 years. He current ly serves as Farm Manager. Jonathan received his P ermaculture Design Certification in 2011 from Susq uehanna Permaculture and in 2014 completed his Per maculture Teacher Training through Dynamic Ecologi cal Design. He is married with 2 kids and 3 cats.< /p>\n \n
Growing up and continuing to reside in Lancaster County\, Tam began fosterin g her attunement to the natural world from a young age\; A flourishing garden was always present at her childhood home\, and both parents instilled in her a profound appreciation for the natural world . After traveling\, volunteering abroad\, and earn ing a Pastry Arts Certificate from the PA School o f Culinary Arts\, Tam got in touch with her roots\ , and got her hands back in the soil. \;
\n \nBeginning with a year-long internship in 20 16\, Tam has spent the past 8 years of her career at Lancaster Farmacy\, an organic medicinal herb a nd flower farm located in Millersville\, PA. Here\ , she discovered her love of sharing land-based sk ills\, the healing properties of plants\, and the importance of regenerative agriculture practices. Tam is now the Production and Marketing Coordinato r at the Horn Farm Center.
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DESCRIPTION:\n \n \n \n \n While these hardy plants support ec ological health across the seasons\, late summer i s a special time: greeting us with dark purple ber ries that are well-loved by birds and people alike .\n \n Syrup made from elderberry fruit is an immu ne-boosting preventative and remedy for ailments l ike colds and flus. It also has a range of culinar y uses\, imparting a delicious medicinal boost to drinks\, ice cream\, desserts\, and more. \n \n \n Join us for an in-depth exploration of the Americ an Elder (Sambucus canadensis)\, where we'll discu ss ecology and history\, identification and harves t\, and the many ways we can incorporate this amaz ing plant into our lives. This class will take us from collecting berries to crafting medicine:\n \n \n \n In the Field - while touring the Horn Farm' s elderberry patches\, we'll discuss identificatio n\, ecology\, ethnobotany\, and harvesting in wild contexts.\n \n \n \n In the Kitchen - after harve sting elderberries from the field\, we'll walk thr ough the process of making medicinal syrup from st art to finish. We’ll also sample other prepared f ood and beverages made with elderberry.\n \n \n \n All participants will leave with a small jar of f inished syrup. For anyone interested in purchasing elderberry plants\, we will have a few potted up from our nursery\, available for $12/ each. \n \n Expect to leave with purple fingers\, and a newfou nd appreciation for one of our favorite shrubs.\n \n \n \n Bring a drawing pad and pencil for sketch ing and notes\, and dress for the weather. We’ll b e outside\, rain or shine\, and experiencing the p lants up-close. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Program Notes:\n \n \n Environment: \n \n \n This class w ill partially take place outdoors\, rain or shine\ , along walking trails in meadow and woodland edge ecosystems at the Horn Farm. Please check the wea ther in advance and dress accordingly.\n \n \n \n Accessibility: \n \n \n This program will involve walking on mowed paths with potentially muddy and uneven conditions.\n \n \n \n Arrival: \n \n \n Pa rking takes place in the field above the farmhouse . Plan to arrive 10 minutes early so we can begin the class on time. More details about parking will be communicated in a reminder email days before t he program. \n \n \n \n Audience: \n \n \n While t his class is suited for adult learning\, children are welcome to attend. Any child above 13 must be registered separately\; children 12 and younger ma y attend without charge\, but must be accompanied by a registering adult.\n \n \n \n Cost: \n \n \n The standard cost for this program is $50/person. Sliding scale options are available to increase ac cessibility.\n \n \n \n Dogs:\n \n \n Since the Ho rn Farm is a working farm with active restoration spaces\, we do not allow dogs in our programs. \n \n \n \n Cancellation: \n \n \n All programs are s ubject to change due to unforeseen circumstances i ncluding inclement weather. Participants will rece ive an email in the days preceding the program for any changes or cancellations. You can review our current Cancellation and Refund Policy here. \n \n \n \n \n About the Instructors:\n \n \n \n \n \n Jonathan Darby\n \n \n Jonathan Darby is a wild fo ods enthusiast and educator\, avid gardener\, form er farmer and has served the Horn Farm Center in v arying capacities for over 15 years. He currently serves as Farm Manager. Jonathan received his Perm aculture Design Certification in 2011 from Susqueh anna Permaculture and in 2014 completed his Permac ulture Teacher Training through Dynamic Ecological Design. He is married with 2 kids and 3 cats.\n \ n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tamara Shertzer\n \n \n Growin g up and continuing to reside in Lancaster County\ , Tam began fostering her attunement to the natura l world from a young age\; A flourishing garden wa s always present at her childhood home\, and both parents instilled in her a profound appreciation f or the natural world. After traveling\, volunteeri ng abroad\, and earning a Pastry Arts Certificate from the PA School of Culinary Arts\, Tam got in t ouch with her roots\, and got her hands back in th e soil. \n \n \n \n Beginning with a year-long int ernship in 2016\, Tam has spent the past 8 years o f her career at Lancaster Farmacy\, an organic med icinal herb and flower farm located in Millersvill e\, PA. Here\, she discovered her love of sharing land-based skills\, the healing properties of plan ts\, and the importance of regenerative agricultur e practices. Tam is now the Production and Marketi ng Coordinator at the Horn Farm Center.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n CATEGORIES:Workshop CALSCALE:GREGORIAN DTSTAMP;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T170000 DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T200000 LOCATION:4945 Horn Road\n York\, PA 17406\n United States\n URL:https://hornfarmcenter.org/civimessages/event/info/?reset=1&id=1384 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:CiviCRM_EventID_1390_b793fddb451c9a035d23ee05cee039c9@hornfarmcenter.org SUMMARY:Riparian Buffer Tree Tending: August 20\, 2026 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
\n \n To learn more about the Horn Farm'\;s riparian buffer plantings and the importance of r iparian areas in PA\, visit our blog series: \ ;For the Whole Stream: Riparian Buffers . \; \; \;
\n \nOn Thursday\, August 20th \;from 6pm to 8pm\, we'\;re seeking volunteers to help us te nd a 12-acre riparian buffer. Hands on the lan d \;are critical as we protect water and build back biodiversity on retired farmland withou t the use of herbicides or large machines. Join us to learn about agroforestry\, land restoration\, and the local watershed while helping ensure a thr iving educational ecosystem for the future.
\n \nDepending on the season\, weather\, availabl e materials\, and number of volunteers\, each riparian bu ffer workday \;entails one or more of the following tasks:
\n \nTo join us for more riparian buffer workday s\, visit \;hornfarmcenter.org/tree-planting/
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PICTURED: Liv e stake rows in the riparian buffer. Live stakes a re one element that make the Horn Farm'\;s buff er \;multifunctional. While plants li ke willow (Salix spp.)\, dogwood (Cor nus spp.)\, viburnum (Viburnum spp.) and other shrubs support the health of this strea mside ecosystem\, woody cuttings can be harvested each winter for propagation and planting elsewhere --an activity known as \;live staking. \;Bringing agriculture and ecosystem restora tion together\, live staking is one example of&nbs p\;agroforestry. \;
\n \nPlease we ar sturdy\, closed-toe shoes\, dress for the weath er\, and bring your own water bottle (refills will be available). We have gloves on hand for those w ho need them\, though we encourage participants to bring their own gloves. All tools will be provide d.
\n \nThis workday will require minor physical labor including stooping\, pulling\, shoveling\, and spe nding time outside in potentially rainy\, hot\, or cold conditions. Be prepared for walking on uneve n\, possibly muddy terrain.
\n \nPlease read our \;Volunteer Waiver and Release Form \;before your arrival. You wi ll be prompted to acknowledge receipt of this form when you register for the workday. \;You can reach us at \;education@hornfarmcenter.org&nbs p\;with any questions or concerns.
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DESCRIPTION:\n \n \n \n \n To learn more about the Horn Farm's riparian buffer plantings and the importance of r iparian areas in PA\, visit our blog series: For t he Whole Stream: Riparian Buffers (https://hornfar mcenter.org/for-the-whole-stream-1/). \n \n \n \ n On Thursday\, August 20th from 6pm to 8pm\, we'r e seeking volunteers to help us tend a 12-acre rip arian buffer. Hands on the land are critical as we protect water and build back biodiversity on reti red farmland without the use of herbicides or larg e machines. Join us to learn about agroforestry\, land restoration\, and the local watershed while h elping ensure a thriving educational ecosystem for the future.\n \n \n \n Depending on the season\, weather\, available materials\, and number of volu nteers\, each riparian buffer workday (http://horn farmcenter.org/tree-planting/) entails one or more of the following tasks:\n \n \n \n \n Monitoring current plantings by checking and adjusting tree tubes\, tracking mortality\, and hand-clearing ove rgrowth.\n Preparing beds for new live stake plan tings by aerating soil and spreading leaf mulch.\n Removing encroaching species to clear space for young trees.\n \n \n To join us for more riparian buffer workdays\, visit hornfarmcenter.org/tree-pl anting/ (https://hornfarmcenter.org/tree-planting/ )\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n PICTURED: Live stake rows in the riparian buffer. Live stakes are one eleme nt that make the Horn Farm's buffer multifunctiona l. While plants like willow (Salix spp.)\, dogwood (Cornus spp.)\, viburnum (Viburnum spp.) and othe r shrubs support the health of this streamside eco system\, woody cuttings can be harvested each wint er for propagation and planting elsewhere--an acti vity known as live staking. Bringing agriculture a nd ecosystem restoration together\, live staking i s one example of agroforestry. \n \n \n \n \n What to bring:\n \n \n Please wear sturdy\, closed-toe shoes\, dress for the weather\, and bring your ow n water bottle (refills will be available). We hav e gloves on hand for those who need them\, though we encourage participants to bring their own glove s. All tools will be provided.\n \n \n \n Physical Activity Note:\n \n \n This workday will require minor physical labor including stooping\, pulling\ , shoveling\, and spending time outside in potenti ally rainy\, hot\, or cold conditions. Be prepared for walking on uneven\, possibly muddy terrain.\n \n \n \n All Volunteers:\n \n \n Please read our Volunteer Waiver and Release Form (https://hornfar mcenter.org/wp-content/plugins/files/civicrm/persi st/contribute/files/Volunter%20Waiver%20_%20Releas e%20Form%202022.pdf) before your arrival. You will be prompted to acknowledge receipt of this form w hen you register for the workday. You can reach us at education@hornfarmcenter.org (mailto:education @hornfarmcenter.org) with any questions or concern s.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity CALSCALE:GREGORIAN DTSTAMP;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T180000 DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T200000 LOCATION:4945 Horn Road\n York\, PA 17406\n United States\n URL:https://hornfarmcenter.org/civimessages/event/info/?reset=1&id=1390 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:CiviCRM_EventID_1391_b793fddb451c9a035d23ee05cee039c9@hornfarmcenter.org SUMMARY:Riparian Buffer Tree Tending: August 27\, 2026 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:\n \n To learn more about the Horn Farm'\;s riparian buffer plantings and the importance of r iparian areas in PA\, visit our blog series: \ ;For the Whole Stream: Riparian Buffers . \; \; \;
\n \nOn Thursday\, August 27th \;from 6pm to 8pm\, we'\;re seeking volunteers to help us te nd a 12-acre riparian buffer. Hands on the lan d \;are critical as we protect water and build back biodiversity on retired farmland withou t the use of herbicides or large machines. Join us to learn about agroforestry\, land restoration\, and the local watershed while helping ensure a thr iving educational ecosystem for the future.
\n \nDepending on the season\, weather\, availabl e materials\, and number of volunteers\, each riparian bu ffer workday \;entails one or more of the following tasks:
\n \nTo join us for more riparian buffer workday s\, visit \;hornfarmcenter.org/tree-planting/
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PICTURED: Liv e stake rows in the riparian buffer. Live stakes a re one element that make the Horn Farm'\;s buff er \;multifunctional. While plants li ke willow (Salix spp.)\, dogwood (Cor nus spp.)\, viburnum (Viburnum spp.) and other shrubs support the health of this strea mside ecosystem\, woody cuttings can be harvested each winter for propagation and planting elsewhere --an activity known as \;live staking. \;Bringing agriculture and ecosystem restora tion together\, live staking is one example of&nbs p\;agroforestry. \;
\n \nPlease we ar sturdy\, closed-toe shoes\, dress for the weath er\, and bring your own water bottle (refills will be available). We have gloves on hand for those w ho need them\, though we encourage participants to bring their own gloves. All tools will be provide d.
\n \nThis workday will require minor physical labor including stooping\, pulling\, shoveling\, and spe nding time outside in potentially rainy\, hot\, or cold conditions. Be prepared for walking on uneve n\, possibly muddy terrain.
\n \nPlease read our \;Volunteer Waiver and Release Form \;before your arrival. You wi ll be prompted to acknowledge receipt of this form when you register for the workday. \;You can reach us at \;education@hornfarmcenter.org&nbs p\;with any questions or concerns.
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DESCRIPTION:\n \n \n \n \n To learn more about the Horn Farm's riparian buffer plantings and the importance of r iparian areas in PA\, visit our blog series: For t he Whole Stream: Riparian Buffers (https://hornfar mcenter.org/for-the-whole-stream-1/). \n \n \n \ n On Thursday\, August 27th from 6pm to 8pm\, we'r e seeking volunteers to help us tend a 12-acre rip arian buffer. Hands on the land are critical as we protect water and build back biodiversity on reti red farmland without the use of herbicides or larg e machines. Join us to learn about agroforestry\, land restoration\, and the local watershed while h elping ensure a thriving educational ecosystem for the future.\n \n \n \n Depending on the season\, weather\, available materials\, and number of volu nteers\, each riparian buffer workday (http://horn farmcenter.org/tree-planting/) entails one or more of the following tasks:\n \n \n \n \n Monitoring current plantings by checking and adjusting tree tubes\, tracking mortality\, and hand-clearing ove rgrowth.\n Preparing beds for new live stake plan tings by aerating soil and spreading leaf mulch.\n Removing encroaching species to clear space for young trees.\n \n \n To join us for more riparian buffer workdays\, visit hornfarmcenter.org/tree-pl anting/ (https://hornfarmcenter.org/tree-planting/ )\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n PICTURED: Live stake rows in the riparian buffer. Live stakes are one eleme nt that make the Horn Farm's buffer multifunctiona l. While plants like willow (Salix spp.)\, dogwood (Cornus spp.)\, viburnum (Viburnum spp.) and othe r shrubs support the health of this streamside eco system\, woody cuttings can be harvested each wint er for propagation and planting elsewhere--an acti vity known as live staking. Bringing agriculture a nd ecosystem restoration together\, live staking i s one example of agroforestry. \n \n \n \n \n What to bring:\n \n \n Please wear sturdy\, closed-toe shoes\, dress for the weather\, and bring your ow n water bottle (refills will be available). We hav e gloves on hand for those who need them\, though we encourage participants to bring their own glove s. All tools will be provided.\n \n \n \n Physical Activity Note:\n \n \n This workday will require minor physical labor including stooping\, pulling\ , shoveling\, and spending time outside in potenti ally rainy\, hot\, or cold conditions. Be prepared for walking on uneven\, possibly muddy terrain.\n \n \n \n All Volunteers:\n \n \n Please read our Volunteer Waiver and Release Form (https://hornfar mcenter.org/wp-content/plugins/files/civicrm/persi st/contribute/files/Volunter%20Waiver%20_%20Releas e%20Form%202022.pdf) before your arrival. You will be prompted to acknowledge receipt of this form w hen you register for the workday. You can reach us at education@hornfarmcenter.org (mailto:education @hornfarmcenter.org) with any questions or concern s.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity CALSCALE:GREGORIAN DTSTAMP;TZID=America/New_York:20260827T180000 DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260827T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260827T200000 LOCATION:4945 Horn Road\n York\, PA 17406\n United States\n URL:https://hornfarmcenter.org/civimessages/event/info/?reset=1&id=1391 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:CiviCRM_EventID_1375_b793fddb451c9a035d23ee05cee039c9@hornfarmcenter.org SUMMARY:Sumac: Foraging & Botanical Dyeing X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
\n \n Every summer across th e northeast\, miles of roadways and field edges er upt with conspicuous\, crimson-colored cones. Thes e unusual structures&ndash\;which are actually clu sters of fuzzy fruits&ndash\;belong to a hardy pla nt commonly known as &ldquo\;sumac.&rdquo\; \;
\n \nThe name &ldquo\;sumac&rdquo\; can st ir confusion. Some people think of a tangy spice p opular in West Asian and Mediterranean cuisine\; o thers imagine a toxic plant they&rsquo\;re told no t to touch. As far as common names go\, both group s are correct. But like many generalizing terms\, &ldquo\;sumac&rdquo\; has a tendency to cloud our vision. The consequences include mistaken identity \, misplaced fear\, and missed opportunities to ex plore a valuable local source of food\, medicine\, dye\, and more. \;
\n \nDemystify the
fascinating world of sumac with us during a
Visiting staghorn sumac in the field\, we& rsquo\;ll cover how to process its delectable frui ts for flavoring and tea. We&rsquo\;ll also discus s other uses\, ethical harvest practices\, and the ecology of staghorn and related sumacs. General f oraging tips and insights will be shared. Along th e way\, you will get to sample a cold sumac bevera ge and sumac spice.
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For the second portion of this class\, we&rsquo\; ll learn how to transform the fruits and leaves of staghorn sumac into wearable colors. Botanical dy e artist Chelsea Thompson of earthencolor will walk us th rough the process of extracting earthy\, durable p igments and transferring them to textiles. You wil l get to dye two take-home items in the class usin g the shibori (tie-dye) and bundle-dying methods. \;
\n \nPigment swatches dyed with stagh orn sumac fruit and leaves. Image provided by Chel sea Thompson. \;
\n \nJoin us to expand your perspective&mdash\;not just on sumac\, but on the many ways we can engage with lo cal plants in our daily lives.
\n \n11am - 1pm | Sumac in the field: ID\, lookalikes\, ecology\, and foraging
\n \n1-1:30pm \;| Lunch Break
\n \n1:30-4pm | Crafting with sumac: \;botanical dyes f rom leaves and fruits
\n \nWhen registering\, you can opt to bring your own dye item(s) or purch ase up to two add-ons that will be ordered on your behalf. \;NOTE \;our August 16th deadline for ordering dye items. \;
\n \nI want to bring my own items to dye
\n \nInstead of ordering dye item(s) at registration\, you may bring up to two a rticles of clothing or cloth suitable for natural dyeing. Items must be of a reasonable size and lig htness\, and composed of natural fibers (cotton\, linen\, silk\, etc.). If you are unsure about whet her an item is suitable\, you can reach out to&nbs p\;Chelsea Thompson at \;chelsea@earthencolor.com.
\n \nThe Horn Farm'\;s Bonfire store&nbs p\;now offers white short-sleeve and long-sleeve s hirts with our botanical \;Remembering Our Roots design. Order one to be shipped to you and bring it to class for a truly unique dye proj ect!
\n \nI want to order items to dye
\n \nAt registration\, you' \;ll have the option to order up to two items for dyeing in class. Options include a blank cotton ba ndana\, bamboo socks\, and a cotton tote. You are also welcome to reserve one item through registrat ion\, and bring another of your own. \;
\n \nAdd-on orders are available up to two weeks before the class\, so make sure to register by Sunday\, August 16th \;to redeem this opti on. \;
\n \nItems purchased at registra tion will be provided for you on the day of the cl ass. \;
\n \nI want the coolest dye project out there
\n \nWe' \;ve got you covered! The Horn Farm '\;s Bonfire store now includes white short -sleeve and long-sleeve shirts with our botanical Remembering Our Roots design. Purchase on e to be shipped to you and bring it to class for y our dye project! Every shirt sold supports educati onal programs and regenerative land stewardship at the Horn Farm.
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\n \nEnvironment: \;This class wi ll take place partially outdoors. Please check the weather in advance and dress accordingly. Be prep ared for walking in an exposed meadow environment with possible muddy conditions. \;
\n \nArrival: \;Parking takes pla ce in the field above the farmhouse. \;Pla n to arrive 10 minutes early so we can begin each class on time. More details about parking wil l be communicated in a reminder email days before the program. We'\;ll begin this class by meetin g in the farmhouse. \;
\n \nAud ience: \;Children under 12 may attend for free if accompanied by a registering adult. P lease note that 1) adults with children are still limited to two dye items\, and 2) this program is primarily designed for adult engagement. Attendees between 13 and 17 must be registered separately a nd accompanied by a registering adult. \;
\ n \nCost: \;The standard cost for this program is $63/person\, not includin g add-on dye items. Sliding scale options are avai lable to increase accessibility. Each dye item add s $7 to your registration. \;NOTE&nbs p\;that the option to purchase items for dyeing in class expires on Sunday\, July 26th.
\n \nCancellation: \;All programs are subject to change due to unforeseen circumstan ces including inclement weather. Participants will receive an email in the days preceding the progra m for any changes or cancellations. \; You can review our current \;Cancellation and Refund Poli cy here. \;
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Growing up in a rural town called Sweet V alley\, just south of Ricketts Glen\, Andrew spent his life fostering a love for the PA wilds. He at tended Muhlenberg College in Allentown and majored in English Literature and Music Composition while exploring regional ecology\, slow food\, composti ng\, gardening\, and foraging in the spaces betwee n. This eventually led him to the staff of the Hor n Farm Center\, where\, as Community Engagement Co ordinator\, he organizes educational opportunities \, coordinates volunteers\, runs social media\, bl ogs\, and assists with development and outreach pr ojects. \;
\n \nAndrew is an avid forag er and student of wild spaces\, interested in reki ndling ways of living on the landscape that are pl ace-sourced and mutually nuturing. In 2023\, he ha d the privilege of enriching his experience by tak ing the Horn Farm Center'\;s Land Steward Train ing Program. Beyond the Horn Farm\, Andrew leads a book club for the Lancaster Composting Co-Ops\, v olunteers as a land steward with the Lancaster Con servancy\, and spends Saturdays selling produce at Green Circle Organics in Lancaster Central Market .
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Chelsea Thompson is a textile artist focusing on the use of plant dyes as a way to explore and strengthen a relationship with the natural world. Growing up on a horse far m has lead her to be endlessly inspired by the slo w process and nuances of nature. She has fibers de gree from Savannah College of Art and Design\, whe re a creative vision was born through the project Earthencolor. With the use of botanical dyes\,&nbs p\;Earthen color \;aims to convey a story through bes poke garments\, accessories\, and home goods. As a part of an ethos in using natural dyes\, there is a belief that the colors processed from plants ar e synonymous to a life harmonious with the outdoor s\; each color yielded is unique in a life and sto ry of its own\, continuous of its former physical state.
\n \nLearn more about Chelsea'\;s work at \;earthencolor.com. She can also be found o n Instagram at \;@_earthencolor_ \;< /p>\n \n
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DESCRIPTION:\n \n \n \n A Familiar Sight? \n \n \n Every summe r across the northeast\, miles of roadways and fie ld edges erupt with conspicuous\, crimson-colored cones. These unusual structures–which are actually clusters of fuzzy fruits–belong to a hardy plant commonly known as “sumac.” \n \n \n \n The name “s umac” can stir confusion. Some people think of a t angy spice popular in West Asian and Mediterranean cuisine\; others imagine a toxic plant they’re to ld not to touch. As far as common names go\, both groups are correct. But like many generalizing ter ms\, “sumac” has a tendency to cloud our vision. T he consequences include mistaken identity\, mispla ced fear\, and missed opportunities to explore a v aluable local source of food\, medicine\, dye\, an d more. \n \n \n \n Demystify the fascinating worl d of sumac with us during a day of foraging and cr aft-making at the Horn Farm. After learning how to distinguish the plants commonly known as “sumac\, ” as well as their lookalikes\, we’ll get to know the most common species of true sumac in southern PA–staghorn sumac (Rhus typhina).\n \n \n \n Forag ing & Tea Tasting\n \n \n Visiting staghorn sumac in the field\, we’ll cover how to process its dele ctable fruits for flavoring and tea. We’ll also di scuss other uses\, ethical harvest practices\, and the ecology of staghorn and related sumacs. Gener al foraging tips and insights will be shared. Alon g the way\, you will get to sample a cold sumac be verage and sumac spice.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bot anical Dyeing\n \n \n For the second portion of th is class\, we’ll learn how to transform the fruits and leaves of staghorn sumac into wearable colors . Botanical dye artist Chelsea Thompson of earthen color (http://www.earthencolor.com/) will walk us through the process of extracting earthy\, durable pigments and transferring them to textiles. You w ill get to dye two take-home items in the class us ing the shibori (tie-dye) and bundle-dying methods . \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pigment swatches dyed w ith staghorn sumac fruit and leaves. Image provide d by Chelsea Thompson. \n \n \n \n Join us to expa nd your perspective—not just on sumac\, but on the many ways we can engage with local plants in our daily lives.\n \n \n \n Together\, we’ll savor the wild flavors\, colors\, and ecological insights t hat sumacs have to offer us. \n \n \n \n Program S chedule:\n \n \n 11am - 1pm | Sumac in the field: ID\, lookalikes\, ecology\, and foraging\n \n \n \ n 1-1:30pm | Lunch Break\n \n \n \n 1:30-4pm | Cra fting with sumac: botanical dyes from leaves and f ruits\n \n \n \n \n What to Bring\n \n \n \n Refi llable water bottle\n Packed lunch and snacks as preferred\n Pad and pencil for notetaking.\n Box \, bucket\, bag\, or other carrying item for takin g home dyed fabrics (may still be moist at the end of class) \n Optional: Up to two items to dye in class. See details below: \n \n \n In-Class Dye P rojects\n \n \n When registering\, you can opt to bring your own dye item(s) or purchase up to two a dd-ons that will be ordered on your behalf. NOTE o ur August 16th deadline for ordering dye items. \n \n \n \n I want to bring my own items to dye\n \n \n \n Instead of ordering dye item(s) at registra tion\, you may bring up to two articles of clothin g or cloth suitable for natural dyeing. Items must be of a reasonable size and lightness\, and compo sed of natural fibers (cotton\, linen\, silk\, etc .). If you are unsure about whether an item is sui table\, you can reach out to Chelsea Thompson at c helsea@earthencolor.com (mailto:chelsea@earthencol or.com).\n \n \n \n \n Examples of items to consi der bringing: t-shirts\, bandanas\, socks\, pillow -cases\, tea towels\n Examples of items NOT to br ing: anything bulky like jeans or jackets\, sheets \, or anything made of synthetic fiber\n \n \n The Horn Farm's Bonfire store (https://www.bonfire.co m/foraging-and-botanical-dyeing/) now offers white short-sleeve and long-sleeve shirts with our bota nical Remembering Our Roots design. Order one to b e shipped to you and bring it to class for a truly unique dye project!\n \n \n \n I want to order it ems to dye\n \n \n \n At registration\, you'll hav e the option to order up to two items for dyeing i n class. Options include a blank cotton bandana\, bamboo socks\, and a cotton tote. You are also wel come to reserve one item through registration\, an d bring another of your own. \n \n \n \n Add-on or ders are available up to two weeks before the clas s\, so make sure to register by Sunday\, August 16 th to redeem this option. \n \n \n \n Items purcha sed at registration will be provided for you on th e day of the class. \n \n \n \n I want the coolest dye project out there\n \n \n \n We've got you co vered! The Horn Farm's Bonfire store (https://www. bonfire.com/foraging-and-botanical-dyeing/) now in cludes white short-sleeve and long-sleeve shirts w ith our botanical Remembering Our Roots design. Pu rchase one to be shipped to you and bring it to cl ass for your dye project! Every shirt sold support s educational programs and regenerative land stewa rdship at the Horn Farm.\n \n \n \n Click here (ht tps://www.bonfire.com/foraging-and-botanical-dyein g/) to purchase a Remembering Our Roots tee!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Program Notes: \n \ n \n Environment: This class will take place parti ally outdoors. Please check the weather in advance and dress accordingly. Be prepared for walking in an exposed meadow environment with possible muddy conditions. \n \n \n \n Arrival: Parking takes pl ace in the field above the farmhouse. Plan to arri ve 10 minutes early so we can begin each class on time. More details about parking will be communica ted in a reminder email days before the program. W e'll begin this class by meeting in the farmhouse. \n \n \n \n Audience: Children under 12 may atten d for free if accompanied by a registering adult. Please note that 1) adults with children are still limited to two dye items\, and 2) this program is primarily designed for adult engagement. Attendee s between 13 and 17 must be registered separately and accompanied by a registering adult. \n \n \n \ n Cost: The standard cost for this program is $63/ person\, not including add-on dye items. Sliding s cale options are available to increase accessibili ty. Each dye item adds $7 to your registration. NO TE that the option to purchase items for dyeing in class expires on Sunday\, July 26th.\n \n \n \n C ancellation: All programs are subject to change du e to unforeseen circumstances including inclement weather. Participants will receive an email in the days preceding the program for any changes or can cellations. You can review our current Cancellatio n and Refund Policy here. \n \n \n \n \n About the Instructors:\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Andrew Leahy\n \ n \n Growing up in a rural town called Sweet Valle y\, just south of Ricketts Glen\, Andrew spent his life fostering a love for the PA wilds. He attend ed Muhlenberg College in Allentown and majored in English Literature and Music Composition while exp loring regional ecology\, slow food\, composting\, gardening\, and foraging in the spaces between. T his eventually led him to the staff of the Horn Fa rm Center\, where\, as Community Engagement Coordi nator\, he organizes educational opportunities\, c oordinates volunteers\, runs social media\, blogs\ , and assists with development and outreach projec ts. \n \n \n \n Andrew is an avid forager and stud ent of wild spaces\, interested in rekindling ways of living on the landscape that are place-sourced and mutually nuturing. In 2023\, he had the privi lege of enriching his experience by taking the Hor n Farm Center's Land Steward Training Program. Bey ond the Horn Farm\, Andrew leads a book club for t he Lancaster Composting Co-Ops\, volunteers as a l and steward with the Lancaster Conservancy\, and s pends Saturdays selling produce at Green Circle Or ganics in Lancaster Central Market.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chelsea Thompson\n \n \n Chelsea Thompson is a textile artist focusing on the use of plant dyes as a way to explore and strengthen a relation ship with the natural world. Growing up on a horse farm has lead her to be endlessly inspired by the slow process and nuances of nature. She has fiber s degree from Savannah College of Art and Design\, where a creative vision was born through the proj ect Earthencolor. With the use of botanical dyes\, Earthencolor (https://www.earthencolor.com/) aims to convey a story through bespoke garments\, acce ssories\, and home goods. As a part of an ethos in using natural dyes\, there is a belief that the c olors processed from plants are synonymous to a li fe harmonious with the outdoors\; each color yield ed is unique in a life and story of its own\, cont inuous of its former physical state.\n \n \n \n Le arn more about Chelsea's work at earthencolor.com (https://www.earthencolor.com/). She can also be f ound on Instagram at @_earthencolor_ (https://www. instagram.com/_earthencolor_/) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n CATEGORIES:Workshop CALSCALE:GREGORIAN DTSTAMP;TZID=America/New_York:20260829T110000 DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260829T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260829T160000 LOCATION:4945 Horn Rd\n York\, PA 17406\n United States\n URL:https://hornfarmcenter.org/civimessages/event/info/?reset=1&id=1375 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:CiviCRM_EventID_1383_b793fddb451c9a035d23ee05cee039c9@hornfarmcenter.org SUMMARY:Remembering America's "Forgotten" Fruit: All About the Pawpaw X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
\n \n Like many of the &ldquo\;wild&rdquo\; foods that f ill our landscapes\, the pawpaw has recently recei ved renewed attention after decades in the shadows . But despite its return to the spotlight\, this s hort-lived\, delectable fruit has a rich and roote d history in eastern North America\, weaving its w ay through ecologies and cultures in ways that may just be legendary. \;
\n \nJoin us for an educational talk combining natural history\, e thnobotany\, agroforestry\, and more as we remembe r &ldquo\;America&rsquo\;s forgotten fruit.&rdquo\ ; We&rsquo\;ll explore the many curiosities of paw paw\, answering questions like: \;
\n \n \nBring your own pawpaw questions too! Q&\;A time will be set aside.&n bsp\;
\n \nThis webinar arrives as the Horn Farm gets ready to cel ebrate the 22nd annual York County Pawpaw Festival< /a>. Purchase tickets< /em> for Saturday\, September 19th as we spotl ight the pawpaw and the riverlands region that thi s storied fruit calls home.
\n \nIf you&rsq uo\;ve never heard of or tasted the pawpaw\, this talk is a perfect primer to get you ready for the festival!
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Register here t o receive the link for this webinar. The link will be included in a follow-up email confirm ing your registration.
\n \nThis program is desi gned for adult and young adult audiences. The pres entation will begin shortly after 6PM and conclude between 7 and 7:15PM. Remaining time will be set aside for a live audience Q&\;A. \;
\n \ nTo support community-building\, this webinar will be hosted in Zoom'\;s regular meet ing format. While cameras may be on or of f\, note that other audience members will be visib le in the meeting. \;
\n \nThe Horn Farm Center requests a min imum registration fee of $5 to join this program. Proceeds support the Horn Farm'\;s mission to foster ecological learning through land stew ardship\, community partnership\, and hands-on exp eriences. If you are able\, we encourage you to co ntribute extra at registration. \;
\n \nAll programs a re subject to change due to unforeseen circumstanc es. Participants will receive an email in the days preceding the program for any changes or cancella tions. \;You can review our current&nb sp\;Cancell ation and Refund Policy here. \;< /p>\n \n
Education &\; Outreac h Specialist (+ pawpaw forager)\, Horn Farm Center
\n \nGrowing up in a rural town calle
d Sweet Valley\, just south of Ricketts Glen\, And
rew spent his life fostering a love for the PA wil
ds. He attended Muhlenberg College in Allentown an
d majored in English Literature and Music Composit
ion while exploring regional ecology\, slow food\,
composting\, gardening\, and foraging in the spac
es between. This eventually led him to the staff o
f the Horn Farm Center\, where\, as the Education
&\; Outreach Specialist\, he leads and coordina
tes classes\, engages volunteers\, and oversees co
mmunications and outreach. \;
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Andrew is an avid forager and student of wild spa
ces\, interested in rekindling ways of living on t
he landscape that are place-sourced and mutually n
urturing. Valuable learning experiences for him in
clude the Horn Farm'\;s \;Regenerative Grower
\, Ecological Gardener\, and former Land Steward T
raining Programs \;and the Northern Appa
lachia School'\;s Foundations of Bioregiona
l Herbalism course. Presently\, he co-teaches the&
nbsp\;Horn Farm'\;s 10-week Forager Traini
ng Program in addition to monthly and plant-sp
ecific wild foods classes.
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DESCRIPTION:\n \n \n \n Ecological wonders abound in Pennsylva nia’s Lower Susquehanna Riverlands. North America’ s largest edible tree fruit\, the pawpaw (Asimina triloba)\, is one of the most iconic.\n \n \n Like many of the “wild” foods that fill our landscapes \, the pawpaw has recently received renewed attent ion after decades in the shadows. But despite its return to the spotlight\, this short-lived\, delec table fruit has a rich and rooted history in easte rn North America\, weaving its way through ecologi es and cultures in ways that may just be legendary . \n \n \n \n Join us for an educational talk comb ining natural history\, ethnobotany\, agroforestry \, and more as we remember “America’s forgotten fr uit.” We’ll explore the many curiosities of pawpaw \, answering questions like: \n \n \n \n \n How d o you identify and forage this unusual fruit?\,\n Where did it come from\, and why does it taste so tropical?\,\n Is pawpaw toxic? Should we even be eating it?\, and …\n What is the future of the p awpaw amid ecological destruction and a changing c limate?\n \n \n Bring your own pawpaw questions to o! Q&A time will be set aside. \n \n \n \n Happeni ng Tuesday\, September 1st\, 6:00PM - 7:30PM ET\n \n \n This webinar arrives as the Horn Farm gets r eady to celebrate the 22nd annual York County Pawp aw Festival (https://hornfarmcenter.org/pawpawfest /). Purchase tickets for Saturday\, September 19th as we spotlight the pawpaw and the riverlands reg ion that this storied fruit calls home.\n \n \n \n If you’ve never heard of or tasted the pawpaw\, t his talk is a perfect primer to get you ready for the festival!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Program No tes:\n \n \n Accessing the Webinar:\n \n \n Regist er here (https://hornfarmcenter.org/civimessages/e vent/register/?reset=1&id=1383) to receive the lin k for this webinar. The link will be included in a follow-up email confirming your registration.\n \ n \n \n Audience & Format: \n \n \n This program i s designed for adult and young adult audiences. Th e presentation will begin shortly after 6PM and co nclude between 7 and 7:15PM. Remaining time will b e set aside for a live audience Q&A. \n \n \n \n T o support community-building\, this webinar will b e hosted in Zoom's regular meeting format. While c ameras may be on or off\, note that other audience members will be visible in the meeting. \n \n \n \n Cost: \n \n \n The Horn Farm Center requests a minimum registration fee of $5 to join this progra m. Proceeds support the Horn Farm's mission (https ://hornfarmcenter.org/mission-values/) to foster e cological learning through land stewardship\, comm unity partnership\, and hands-on experiences. If y ou are able\, we encourage you to contribute extra at registration. \n \n \n \n Cancellation: \n \n \n All programs are subject to change due to unfor eseen circumstances. Participants will receive an email in the days preceding the program for any ch anges or cancellations. You can review our current Cancellation and Refund Policy here. \n \n \n \n \n About the Presenter:\n \n \n \n \n \n Andrew Le ahy\n \n \n Education & Outreach Specialist (+ paw paw forager)\, Horn Farm Center\n \n \n \n Growing up in a rural town called Sweet Valley\, just sou th of Ricketts Glen\, Andrew spent his life foster ing a love for the PA wilds. He attended Muhlenber g College in Allentown and majored in English Lite rature and Music Composition while exploring regio nal ecology\, slow food\, composting\, gardening\, and foraging in the spaces between. This eventual ly led him to the staff of the Horn Farm Center\, where\, as the Education & Outreach Specialist\, h e leads and coordinates classes\, engages voluntee rs\, and oversees communications and outreach. \n \n \n \n Andrew is an avid forager and student of wild spaces\, interested in rekindling ways of liv ing on the landscape that are place-sourced and mu tually nurturing. Valuable learning experiences fo r him include the Horn Farm's Regenerative Grower\ , Ecological Gardener\, and former Land Steward Tr aining Programs (https://hornfarmcenter.org/traini ng-programs/) and the Northern Appalachia School's (https://www.northernappalachiaschool.com/) Found ations of Bioregional Herbalism course. Presently\ , he co-teaches the Horn Farm's 10-week Forager Tr aining Program (https://hornfarmcenter.org/forager -training/) in addition to monthly and plant-speci fic wild foods classes.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n CATEGORIES:Workshop CALSCALE:GREGORIAN DTSTAMP;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T180000 DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T193000 LOCATION:United States\n URL:https://hornfarmcenter.org/civimessages/event/info/?reset=1&id=1383 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:CiviCRM_EventID_1392_b793fddb451c9a035d23ee05cee039c9@hornfarmcenter.org SUMMARY:Riparian Buffer Tree Tending: September 2\, 2026 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:\n \n To learn more about the Horn Farm'\;s riparian buffer plantings and the importance of r iparian areas in PA\, visit our blog series: \ ;For the Whole Stream: Riparian Buffers . \; \; \;
\n \nOn Wednesday\, September 2nd \;from 6pm to 7:30pm\, we'\;re seeking volunteers to help us tend a 12-acre riparian buffer. Hands on t he land \;are critical as we protect wate r and build back biodiversity on retired farmland without the use of herbicides or large machines. J oin us to learn about agroforestry\, land restorat ion\, and the local watershed while helping ensure a thriving educational ecosystem for the future.< /p>\n \n
Depending on the season\, weather\, av ailable materials\, and number of volunteers\, eac h ripar ian buffer workday \;entails one or more o f the following tasks:
\n \nTo join us for more riparian buffer w orkdays\, visit \;hornfarmcenter.org/tree-planting/< /a>
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PICTURE D: Live stake rows in the riparian buffer. Live st akes are one element that make the Horn Farm'\; s buffer \;multifunctional. While pla nts like willow (Salix spp.)\, dogwood (< em>Cornus spp.)\, viburnum (Viburnum spp. ) and other shrubs support the health of this streamside ecosystem\, woody cuttings can be harv ested each winter for propagation and planting els ewhere--an activity known as \;live stakin g. \;Bringing agriculture and ecosystem r estoration together\, live staking is one example of \;agroforestry. \;
\n \nPle ase wear sturdy\, closed-toe shoes\, dress for the weather\, and bring your own water bottle (refill s will be available). We have gloves on hand for t hose who need them\, though we encourage participa nts to bring their own gloves. All tools will be p rovided.
\n \nThis workday will require minor physical labor including stooping\, pulling\, shoveling\, a nd spending time outside in potentially rainy\, ho t\, or cold conditions. Be prepared for walking on uneven\, possibly muddy terrain.
\n \nPlease read our \;Volunteer Waive r and Release Form \;before your arrival. You will be prompted to acknowledge receipt of thi s form when you register for the workday. \;Yo u can reach us at \;education@hornfarmcenter.org \;with any questions or concerns.
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DESCRIPTION:\n \n \n \n \n To learn more about the Horn Farm's riparian buffer plantings and the importance of r iparian areas in PA\, visit our blog series: For t he Whole Stream: Riparian Buffers (https://hornfar mcenter.org/for-the-whole-stream-1/). \n \n \n \ n On Wednesday\, September 2nd from 6pm to 7:30pm\ , we're seeking volunteers to help us tend a 12-ac re riparian buffer. Hands on the land are critical as we protect water and build back biodiversity o n retired farmland without the use of herbicides o r large machines. Join us to learn about agrofores try\, land restoration\, and the local watershed w hile helping ensure a thriving educational ecosyst em for the future.\n \n \n \n Depending on the sea son\, weather\, available materials\, and number o f volunteers\, each riparian buffer workday (http: //hornfarmcenter.org/tree-planting/) entails one o r more of the following tasks:\n \n \n \n \n Moni toring current plantings by checking and adjusting tree tubes\, tracking mortality\, and hand-cleari ng overgrowth.\n Preparing beds for new live stak e plantings by aerating soil and spreading leaf mu lch.\n Removing encroaching species to clear spac e for young trees.\n \n \n To join us for more rip arian buffer workdays\, visit hornfarmcenter.org/t ree-planting/ (https://hornfarmcenter.org/tree-pla nting/)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n PICTURED: Live stak e rows in the riparian buffer. Live stakes are one element that make the Horn Farm's buffer multifun ctional. While plants like willow (Salix spp.)\, d ogwood (Cornus spp.)\, viburnum (Viburnum spp.) an d other shrubs support the health of this streamsi de ecosystem\, woody cuttings can be harvested eac h winter for propagation and planting elsewhere--a n activity known as live staking. Bringing agricul ture and ecosystem restoration together\, live sta king is one example of agroforestry. \n \n \n \n \ n What to bring:\n \n \n Please wear sturdy\, clos ed-toe shoes\, dress for the weather\, and bring y our own water bottle (refills will be available). We have gloves on hand for those who need them\, t hough we encourage participants to bring their own gloves. All tools will be provided.\n \n \n \n Ph ysical Activity Note:\n \n \n This workday will re quire minor physical labor including stooping\, pu lling\, shoveling\, and spending time outside in p otentially rainy\, hot\, or cold conditions. Be pr epared for walking on uneven\, possibly muddy terr ain.\n \n \n \n All Volunteers:\n \n \n Please rea d our Volunteer Waiver and Release Form (https://h ornfarmcenter.org/wp-content/plugins/files/civicrm /persist/contribute/files/Volunter%20Waiver%20_%20 Release%20Form%202022.pdf) before your arrival. Yo u will be prompted to acknowledge receipt of this form when you register for the workday. You can re ach us at education@hornfarmcenter.org (mailto:edu cation@hornfarmcenter.org) with any questions or c oncerns.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity CALSCALE:GREGORIAN DTSTAMP;TZID=America/New_York:20260902T180000 DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260902T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260902T193000 LOCATION:4945 Horn Road\n York\, PA 17406\n United States\n URL:https://hornfarmcenter.org/civimessages/event/info/?reset=1&id=1392 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:CiviCRM_EventID_1382_b793fddb451c9a035d23ee05cee039c9@hornfarmcenter.org SUMMARY:Community Walking Tour: Horn Farm Education Trail X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
\n \n Thanks to the partner ship of the Susquehanna National Heritage Area\, t he Horn Farm Center recently unveiled a ne w self-guided walking tour featuring over a dozen interpretive and directional signs across our property. The new program offers visitors an accessible way to learn about regenerative agricul ture and ecological restoration while enjoying the outdoors at the Horn Farm. \;
\n \nAs part of the grand opening of the project\, we invi te you to join us for a guided walk along the new educational trail. \;
\n \nLed by proje ct leaders and Horn Farm Center team members\, Ale xis Campbell and Andrew Leahy\, this free event wi ll highlight local history\, farming\, and land re storation. Learn about the Horn Farm'\;s agricu ltural heritage\, food systems inspired by nature\ , and the promising plants helping us heal the lan d while growing local goods and educating our comm unity. \;
\n \nJoin us for one of two dates as we deb ut this new experience!
\n \n \n \nThis proj ect was funded in part by a grant from the \;< a href="https://susqnha.org/">Susquehanna National Heritage Area\, supported by the United State s National Park Service and the Community Conserva tion Partnerships Program\, under the administrati on of the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources\, Bureau of Recreation.
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The walking tour is a fully outdoor experience. We will plan to lead t his program rain or shine\; however\, in the event of torrential rain or hazardous conditions\, the program will be rescheduled and registered guests will be notified.
\n \nPlease check the wea ther in advance and dress accordingly. Expect mudd y conditions in the event of recent rain. \;Al l walking areas are mowed grass paths. \;
\ n \nOverall\, this walk will cover about 0.75 miles with plenty of stops. The terrain is primari ly flat with some areas of gentle sloping and vari ation. If mobility is a concern\, please contact u s at education@hornfarmcenter.org to discuss optio ns. \;
\n \nParking takes place in the grass field above the farmhouse. Two handicap-accessibl e spaces are available in the rocky lot next to th e house. We'\;ll begin this tour by gathering i n front of the farmhouse. \;
\n \nThis walking tour is app ropriate for all audiences. Children under 13 do n ot need to be registered. All children must be acc ompanied by an aduit. \;
\n \nThere is no cost to attend this educational walk. \;
\n \nService anima ls\, active and in-training\, are permitted. All o ther animals and pets must remain at home. The Hor n Farm is a working farm with sensitive restoratio n areas\, so we only allow animals in cases of med ical need. \;
\n \nAll programs are subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances including inclemen t weather. Participants will receive an email in t he days preceding the program for any changes or c ancellations. \;You can review our cur rent \; Cancellation and Refund Policy here.& nbsp\;
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Alexi s Campbell grew up in Berks County\, just outside of Reading\, PA. Before leading the Horn Farm Cent er\, Alexis served as the Associate Director and h ead of Communications for the Berks History Center . She also co-founded and served as the Operations Director of Permacultivate Inc. and Reading Roots Urban Farm. Alexis is a permaculture practitioner \, educator\, and longtime student of regenerative agriculture. She holds a B.A. in Letters\, Arts\, and Sciences from Pennsylvania State University w here she explored human systems\, politics\, and e cology. She is trained in Commercial Urban Agricul ture (2010) and holds certificates in Permaculture Design (2009) and Teaching Permaculture (2012).\n \n
With over 10 years of non-profit experi ence\, Alexis is passionate about cultivating orga nizational systems that foster creativity\, growth \, and innovation. She believes that resilience be gins with connection: to oneself\, to others\, and to the earth. \;Alexis is a Master Watershed Steward\, a Master Well Owner Network Volunteer\, Center for Progressive Leadership Fellow and a me mber of the Rotary Club of York\, the Junior Leagu e of York\, and the St. Xenia Philoptochos Society of Reading.
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Andrew is an avid forager and stude nt of wild spaces\, interested in rekindling ways of living on the landscape that are place-sourced and mutually nuturing. Moving to the Lower Susqueh anna Region from the mountains of Northeastern PA in 2021\, he currently serves as the Educational & amp\; Outreach Speciaist for the Horn Farm Center.
\n \nWith an academic background in Englis h literature and music composition\, Andrew has si nce embraced ecological learning and lifelong wild crafting\, fostering his skills through the Horn F arm&rsquo\;s \;training programs \;and the Northern Appalachia School&rsquo\;s Foundations o f Bioregional Herbalism program. In addition to le ading monthly foraging walks and special topics co urses\, Andrew co-teaches \;the Horn Farm&rsqu o\;s 10-week \;Forager Training Program.
\n \nBeyond the Horn Farm\, Andrew enjoys hiking \, biking\, gardening\, locavorous cooking\, and&n bsp\; \;bioregional living. He leads a book cl ub \;for the Lancaster Composting Co-Ops\, vol unteers as a land steward with the Lancaster Conse rvancy\, and spends Saturdays selling produce at G reen Circle Organics in Lancaster Central Market.< /p> DESCRIPTION:\n \n \n \n \n Experience the Horn Farm's learning landscape in a new way!\n \n \n Thanks to the par tnership of the Susquehanna National Heritage Area \, the Horn Farm Center recently unveiled a new se lf-guided walking tour featuring over a dozen inte rpretive and directional signs across our property . The new program offers visitors an accessible wa y to learn about regenerative agriculture and ecol ogical restoration while enjoying the outdoors at the Horn Farm. \n \n \n \n As part of the grand op ening of the project\, we invite you to join us fo r a guided walk along the new educational trail. \ n \n \n \n Led by project leaders and Horn Farm Ce nter team members\, Alexis Campbell and Andrew Lea hy\, this free event will highlight local history\ , farming\, and land restoration. Learn about the Horn Farm's agricultural heritage\, food systems i nspired by nature\, and the promising plants helpi ng us heal the land while growing local goods and educating our community. \n \n \n \n Whether you'r e a frequent supporter of Horn Farm Center program s or a newcomer to our learning landscape\, this t our will cover a story and a vision worth sharing in.\n \n \n Join us for one of two dates as we deb ut this new experience!\n \n \n \n \n Thursday\, September 3rd (6-8pm) (https://hornfarmcenter.org/ civimessages/event/register/?reset=1&id=1382)\n S unday\, September 13th (1:30-3:30pm) (https://horn farmcenter.org/civimessages/event/info/?reset=1&id =1380) \n \n \n \n Walking Tour Partners: Thank Yo u!\n \n \n This project was funded in part by a gr ant from the Susquehanna National Heritage Area (h ttps://susqnha.org/)\, supported by the United Sta tes National Park Service and the Community Conser vation Partnerships Program\, under the administra tion of the Pennsylvania Department of Conservatio n and Natural Resources\, Bureau of Recreation.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Program Notes\n \n \n Envi ronment & Terrain: \n \n \n The walking tour is a fully outdoor experience. We will plan to lead thi s program rain or shine\; however\, in the event o f torrential rain or hazardous conditions\, the pr ogram will be rescheduled and registered guests wi ll be notified.\n \n \n \n Please check the weathe r in advance and dress accordingly. Expect muddy c onditions in the event of recent rain. All walking areas are mowed grass paths. \n \n \n \n Overall\ , this walk will cover about 0.75 miles with plent y of stops. The terrain is primarily flat with som e areas of gentle sloping and variation. If mobili ty is a concern\, please contact us at education@h ornfarmcenter.org (mailto:education@hornfarmcenter .org) to discuss options. \n \n \n \n Parking & Ar rival: \n \n \n Parking takes place in the grass f ield above the farmhouse. Two handicap-accessible spaces are available in the rocky lot next to the house. We'll begin this tour by gathering in front of the farmhouse. \n \n \n \n Audience: \n \n \n This walking tour is appropriate for all audiences . Children under 13 do not need to be registered. All children must be accompanied by an aduit. \n \ n \n \n Cost: \n \n \n There is no cost to attend this educational walk. \n \n \n \n Service Animals & Pets: \n \n \n Service animals\, active and in- training\, are permitted. All other animals and pe ts must remain at home. The Horn Farm is a working farm with sensitive restoration areas\, so we onl y allow animals in cases of medical need. \n \n \n \n Cancellation: \n \n \n All programs are subjec t to change due to unforeseen circumstances includ ing inclement weather. Participants will receive a n email in the days preceding the program for any changes or cancellations. You can review our curre nt Cancellation and Refund Policy here. \n \n \n \ n \n Tour Leaders\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Alexis Campb ell\n \n \n Alexis Campbell grew up in Berks Count y\, just outside of Reading\, PA. Before leading t he Horn Farm Center\, Alexis served as the Associa te Director and head of Communications for the Ber ks History Center. She also co-founded and served as the Operations Director of Permacultivate Inc. and Reading Roots Urban Farm. Alexis is a permacul ture practitioner\, educator\, and longtime studen t of regenerative agriculture. She holds a B.A. in Letters\, Arts\, and Sciences from Pennsylvania S tate University where she explored human systems\, politics\, and ecology. She is trained in Commerc ial Urban Agriculture (2010) and holds certificate s in Permaculture Design (2009) and Teaching Perma culture (2012).\n \n \n \n With over 10 years of n on-profit experience\, Alexis is passionate about cultivating organizational systems that foster cre ativity\, growth\, and innovation. She believes th at resilience begins with connection: to oneself\, to others\, and to the earth. Alexis is a Master Watershed Steward\, a Master Well Owner Network V olunteer\, Center for Progressive Leadership Fello w and a member of the Rotary Club of York\, the Ju nior League of York\, and the St. Xenia Philoptoch os Society of Reading.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Andr ew Leahy\n \n \n Andrew is an avid forager and stu dent of wild spaces\, interested in rekindling way s of living on the landscape that are place-source d and mutually nuturing. Moving to the Lower Susqu ehanna Region from the mountains of Northeastern P A in 2021\, he currently serves as the Educational & Outreach Speciaist for the Horn Farm Center.\n \n \n \n With an academic background in English li terature and music composition\, Andrew has since embraced ecological learning and lifelong wildcraf ting\, fostering his skills through the Horn Farm’ s training programs and the Northern Appalachia Sc hool’s Foundations of Bioregional Herbalism progra m. In addition to leading monthly foraging walks a nd special topics courses\, Andrew co-teaches the Horn Farm’s 10-week Forager Training Program.\n \n \n \n Beyond the Horn Farm\, Andrew enjoys hiking \, biking\, gardening\, locavorous cooking\, and bioregional living. He leads a book club for the L ancaster Composting Co-Ops\, volunteers as a land steward with the Lancaster Conservancy\, and spend s Saturdays selling produce at Green Circle Organi cs in Lancaster Central Market.\n \n CATEGORIES:Workshop CALSCALE:GREGORIAN DTSTAMP;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T180000 DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T200000 LOCATION:4945 Horn Road\n York\, PA 17406\n United States\n URL:https://hornfarmcenter.org/civimessages/event/info/?reset=1&id=1382 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:CiviCRM_EventID_1381_b793fddb451c9a035d23ee05cee039c9@hornfarmcenter.org SUMMARY:Cyanotypes in the Sun X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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will begin with an introduction to cyanotype\, on
e of the oldest photographic printing processes. I
nstructor Liz Kendig will share a brief history of
this unique art form and explain how cyanotypes a
re created using sunlight and a light-sensitive so
lution made from two chemicals: ferric ammonium ci
trate and potassium ferricyanide. Through a live d
emonstration\, you'\;ll learn how placing objec
ts and negatives on paper can be used to create im
ages\, how exposure time affects contrast and colo
r\, and how the final rich blue print is revealed
through a simple water rinse. No creative experien
ce is required.
\n After the demonst
ration\, participants will have the opportunity to
explore around the farm and gather materials for
their prints. Enjoy an optional guided discovery w
alk through the pollinator meadow and collect leav
es\, flowers\, and other natural materials from de
signated areas around the farm. You may also choos
e from a wide selection of dried plants and negati
ves from Liz'\;s personal archive\, including l
ocal topographic maps that add beautiful shapes an
d intricate patterns to your artwork. Participants
are welcome\, but not required\, to bring small t
ransparent objects\, fabrics\, or other materials
from home to incorporate into their designs.
Put your new knowl edge into practice during the hands-on printmaking session. Participants will have supervised time t o experiment with cyanotype techniques\, create or iginal compositions\, and receive guidance from Li z throughout the process. The number of prints is unlimited\, and participants can expec t to take home a minimum of four 4"\; x 6" \; ready-to-frame prints. \;
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What to Bring/Wear: All material s needed to create cyanotypes will be provided. Pa rticipants may bring personal items to use in thei r prints\, but are responsible for any items they bring. While the workshop will be based in the Hor n Farm learning center\, portions of the process t ake place outdoors\, so please wear clothing appro priate for prolonged sun exposure.
\n \nAudience: \; This program is primaril y designed for adult engagement. Children over 12 may attend with an adult. \;
\n \nCancel lation: \;All programs are subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances including inclement weather. Participants will receive an em ail in the days preceding the program for any chan ges or cancellations. \;You can review our current \; Cancellation and Refund Policy here. \;
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\n \nLiz Ke ndig is a printmaker and photographer who works at her home studio and farm in Manchester\, Pennsylv ania. Originally from Lancaster\, her work is heav ily influenced by the native landscape. Her site-s pecific work originated from her interest in local conservation efforts\, and she takes her practice outdoors as a form of creative documentation of t he landscape she&rsquo\;s in.
\n \nShe rece ived her BFA from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago and currently exhibits her work and hos ts classes locally. When she&rsquo\;s not in her s tudio\, Liz can be found in her garden\, at the be ach\, or enjoying time on the sofa with her partne r and their retired racing greyhound\, Obie.
\n \nLearn more about Liz'\;s work at \;< a href="https://www.ek-printstudio.com/">https://w ww.ek-printstudio.com/. \;
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DESCRIPTION:\n \n \n \n Discover the art of cyanotype printmak ing in this hands-on workshop at Horn Farm. Throug h a demonstration\, guided instruction\, and hands -on studio time\, you'll learn the basics of this artistic process and create your own unique blue-a nd-white prints to take home.\n \n \n \n The Histo ry & Process of Cyanotype\n \n \n \n \n Class will begin with an introduction to cyanotype\, one of the oldest photographic printing processes. Instru ctor Liz Kendig will share a brief history of this unique art form and explain how cyanotypes are cr eated using sunlight and a light-sensitive solutio n made from two chemicals: ferric ammonium citrate and potassium ferricyanide. Through a live demons tration\, you'll learn how placing objects and neg atives on paper can be used to create images\, how exposure time affects contrast and color\, and ho w the final rich blue print is revealed through a simple water rinse. No creative experience is requ ired.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Material Gathering & Creative Inspiration \n \n \n \n \n After the demo nstration\, participants will have the opportunity to explore around the farm and gather materials f or their prints. Enjoy an optional guided discover y walk through the pollinator meadow and collect l eaves\, flowers\, and other natural materials from designated areas around the farm. You may also ch oose from a wide selection of dried plants and neg atives from Liz's personal archive\, including loc al topographic maps that add beautiful shapes and intricate patterns to your artwork. Participants a re welcome\, but not required\, to bring small tra nsparent objects\, fabrics\, or other materials fr om home to incorporate into their designs.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Create Your Own Cyanotype Prints\n \n \n Put your new knowledge into practice during the hands-on printmaking session. Participants wi ll have supervised time to experiment with cyanoty pe techniques\, create original compositions\, and receive guidance from Liz throughout the process. The number of prints is unlimited\, and participa nts can expect to take home a minimum of four 4" x 6" ready-to-frame prints. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Program Notes: \n \n \n What to Bring/Wear: Al l materials needed to create cyanotypes will be pr ovided. Participants may bring personal items to u se in their prints\, but are responsible for any i tems they bring. While the workshop will be based in the Horn Farm learning center\, portions of the process take place outdoors\, so please wear clot hing appropriate for prolonged sun exposure.\n \n \n \n Arrival: Parking takes place in the field ab ove the farmhouse. Plan to arrive 10 minutes early so we can begin each class on time. We'll begin t his class by meeting in the farmhouse. \n \n \n \n Audience: This program is primarily designed for adult engagement. Children over 12 may attend wit h an adult. \n \n \n \n Cost: The standard cost fo r this program is $40/person.\n \n \n \n Cancellat ion: All programs are subject to change due to unf oreseen circumstances including inclement weather. Participants will receive an email in the days pr eceding the program for any changes or cancellatio ns. You can review our current Cancellation and Re fund Policy here. \n \n \n \n \n About the Instruc tor:\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Liz Kendig\n \n \n Liz Ke ndig is a printmaker and photographer who works at her home studio and farm in Manchester\, Pennsylv ania. Originally from Lancaster\, her work is heav ily influenced by the native landscape. Her site-s pecific work originated from her interest in local conservation efforts\, and she takes her practice outdoors as a form of creative documentation of t he landscape she’s in.\n \n \n \n She received her BFA from the School of the Art Institute of Chica go and currently exhibits her work and hosts class es locally. When she’s not in her studio\, Liz can be found in her garden\, at the beach\, or enjoyi ng time on the sofa with her partner and their ret ired racing greyhound\, Obie.\n \n \n \n Learn mor e about Liz's work at https://www.ek-printstudio.c om/ (https://www.ek-printstudio.com/). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n CATEGORIES:Workshop CALSCALE:GREGORIAN DTSTAMP;TZID=America/New_York:20260905T100000 DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260905T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260905T120000 LOCATION:4945 Horn Rd\n York\, PA 17406\n United States\n URL:https://hornfarmcenter.org/civimessages/event/info/?reset=1&id=1381 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:CiviCRM_EventID_1393_b793fddb451c9a035d23ee05cee039c9@hornfarmcenter.org SUMMARY:Riparian Buffer Tree Tending: September 9\, 2026 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:\n \n To learn more about the Horn Farm'\;s riparian buffer plantings and the importance of r iparian areas in PA\, visit our blog series: \ ;For the Whole Stream: Riparian Buffers . \; \; \;
\n \nOn Wednesday\, September 9th \;from 6pm to 7:30pm\, we'\;re seeking volunteers to help us tend a 12-acre riparian buffer. Hands on t he land \;are critical as we protect wate r and build back biodiversity on retired farmland without the use of herbicides or large machines. J oin us to learn about agroforestry\, land restorat ion\, and the local watershed while helping ensure a thriving educational ecosystem for the future.< /p>\n \n
Depending on the season\, weather\, av ailable materials\, and number of volunteers\, eac h ripar ian buffer workday \;entails one or more o f the following tasks:
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PICTURE D: Live stake rows in the riparian buffer. Live st akes are one element that make the Horn Farm'\; s buffer \;multifunctional. While pla nts like willow (Salix spp.)\, dogwood (< em>Cornus spp.)\, viburnum (Viburnum spp. ) and other shrubs support the health of this streamside ecosystem\, woody cuttings can be harv ested each winter for propagation and planting els ewhere--an activity known as \;live stakin g. \;Bringing agriculture and ecosystem r estoration together\, live staking is one example of \;agroforestry. \;
\n \nPle ase wear sturdy\, closed-toe shoes\, dress for the weather\, and bring your own water bottle (refill s will be available). We have gloves on hand for t hose who need them\, though we encourage participa nts to bring their own gloves. All tools will be p rovided.
\n \nThis workday will require minor physical labor including stooping\, pulling\, shoveling\, a nd spending time outside in potentially rainy\, ho t\, or cold conditions. Be prepared for walking on uneven\, possibly muddy terrain.
\n \nPlease read our \;Volunteer Waive r and Release Form \;before your arrival. You will be prompted to acknowledge receipt of thi s form when you register for the workday. \;Yo u can reach us at \;education@hornfarmcenter.org \;with any questions or concerns.
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DESCRIPTION:\n \n \n \n \n To learn more about the Horn Farm's riparian buffer plantings and the importance of r iparian areas in PA\, visit our blog series: For t he Whole Stream: Riparian Buffers (https://hornfar mcenter.org/for-the-whole-stream-1/). \n \n \n \ n On Wednesday\, September 9th from 6pm to 7:30pm\ , we're seeking volunteers to help us tend a 12-ac re riparian buffer. Hands on the land are critical as we protect water and build back biodiversity o n retired farmland without the use of herbicides o r large machines. Join us to learn about agrofores try\, land restoration\, and the local watershed w hile helping ensure a thriving educational ecosyst em for the future.\n \n \n \n Depending on the sea son\, weather\, available materials\, and number o f volunteers\, each riparian buffer workday (http: //hornfarmcenter.org/tree-planting/) entails one o r more of the following tasks:\n \n \n \n \n Moni toring current plantings by checking and adjusting tree tubes\, tracking mortality\, and hand-cleari ng overgrowth.\n Preparing beds for new live stak e plantings by aerating soil and spreading leaf mu lch.\n Removing encroaching species to clear spac e for young trees.\n \n \n To join us for more rip arian buffer workdays\, visit hornfarmcenter.org/t ree-planting/ (https://hornfarmcenter.org/tree-pla nting/)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n PICTURED: Live stak e rows in the riparian buffer. Live stakes are one element that make the Horn Farm's buffer multifun ctional. While plants like willow (Salix spp.)\, d ogwood (Cornus spp.)\, viburnum (Viburnum spp.) an d other shrubs support the health of this streamsi de ecosystem\, woody cuttings can be harvested eac h winter for propagation and planting elsewhere--a n activity known as live staking. Bringing agricul ture and ecosystem restoration together\, live sta king is one example of agroforestry. \n \n \n \n \ n What to bring:\n \n \n Please wear sturdy\, clos ed-toe shoes\, dress for the weather\, and bring y our own water bottle (refills will be available). We have gloves on hand for those who need them\, t hough we encourage participants to bring their own gloves. All tools will be provided.\n \n \n \n Ph ysical Activity Note:\n \n \n This workday will re quire minor physical labor including stooping\, pu lling\, shoveling\, and spending time outside in p otentially rainy\, hot\, or cold conditions. Be pr epared for walking on uneven\, possibly muddy terr ain.\n \n \n \n All Volunteers:\n \n \n Please rea d our Volunteer Waiver and Release Form (https://h ornfarmcenter.org/wp-content/plugins/files/civicrm /persist/contribute/files/Volunter%20Waiver%20_%20 Release%20Form%202022.pdf) before your arrival. Yo u will be prompted to acknowledge receipt of this form when you register for the workday. You can re ach us at education@hornfarmcenter.org (mailto:edu cation@hornfarmcenter.org) with any questions or c oncerns.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity CALSCALE:GREGORIAN DTSTAMP;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T180000 DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T193000 LOCATION:4945 Horn Road\n York\, PA 17406\n United States\n URL:https://hornfarmcenter.org/civimessages/event/info/?reset=1&id=1393 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:CiviCRM_EventID_1387_b793fddb451c9a035d23ee05cee039c9@hornfarmcenter.org SUMMARY:Earth Skills for Women: Intro to Wilderness Surviv al X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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Together\, we will learn essential skills such as firemaking\, shelter building\, wa ter filtration\, camouflage\, and nature awareness . No previous experience is necessary\; just come spend a few hours with women who have a curiosity about the skills of survival and a desire to be cl oser to the earth. Designed as a foundational &ldq uo\;jumping-off point\,&rdquo\; this class introdu ces practical earth skills that can foster greater confidence and self-reliance. With every survival class you take\, your dependence on man-made tool s will decrease. The earth will provide if you lea rn the ancient and sacred skills of survival.
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This women-centered class offers a supportive env ironment to explore earth skills alongside others who share an appreciation for nature\, self-relian ce\, and personal growth. Women have a special abi lity to connect to the earth\, as her life-giving feminine power is embodied within us. The only thi ng separating us from the natural world is the bel ief that we are separate. This class\, at its core \, will begin the process of knocking down the ill usory walls of belief that separate us from our Ea rth Mother. \;
\n \nWhat to Bring/We ar: \;Class will take place outdoors\ , rain or shine. Dress for the weather and be prep ared to navigate rocky terrain and get dirty. Plea se bring a notebook\, pen/pencil\, water\, snack\, bug spray and sunscreen.
\n \nArri val: \;Parking takes place in the fie ld above the farmhouse. \;Plan to arrive 1 0 minutes early so we can begin each class on time . We'\;ll begin this class by meeting in t he farmhouse. \;
\n \nAudience: \; This program is primarily designe d for adult engagement. Children over 12 may atten d with an adult and separate registration.
\n \ nCost: \;The standard cos t for this program is $40/person.
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Lauren Hertz is a Lancaster native who has found her passion in learning the skills of surviv al\, and believes that these skills\, along with d eepening the relationship with the earth\, can hea l the human spirit\, and the earth. She discovered this newfound love for the primitive skills at Th e Tracker school in the Pine Barrens of New Jersey . After taking basic\, advanced survival and track ing classes along with taking a survival trip\, sh e realized that she felt a responsibility to teach what she knows. She believes these skills are eve ry human&rsquo\;s birthright\, and should not be k ept to herself\, but should be shared with her fel low humans. \;
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DESCRIPTION:\n \n \n \n This introductory course explores the foundations of wilderness survival through a blend of hands-on practice\, demonstration\, and discus sion.\n \n \n Together\, we will learn essential s kills such as firemaking\, shelter building\, wate r filtration\, camouflage\, and nature awareness. No previous experience is necessary\; just come sp end a few hours with women who have a curiosity ab out the skills of survival and a desire to be clos er to the earth. Designed as a foundational “jumpi ng-off point\,” this class introduces practical ea rth skills that can foster greater confidence and self-reliance. With every survival class you take\ , your dependence on man-made tools will decrease. The earth will provide if you learn the ancient a nd sacred skills of survival.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Participants may learn about: \n \n \n \n F ire-starting techniques \n Basic shelter-building concepts\n Water filtration and purification met hods\, including creating a simple filter to take home\n Camouflage and blending into the natural e nvironment\n Nature awareness and observation pra ctices\n Mindfulness and meditation techniques th at deepen connection with the land\n The philosop hy of living with the earth and cultivating a reci procal relationship with the natural world\n \n \n \n \n \n \n This women-centered class offers a su pportive environment to explore earth skills along side others who share an appreciation for nature\, self-reliance\, and personal growth. Women have a special ability to connect to the earth\, as her life-giving feminine power is embodied within us. The only thing separating us from the natural worl d is the belief that we are separate. This class\, at its core\, will begin the process of knocking down the illusory walls of belief that separate us from our Earth Mother. \n \n \n \n \n Program Not es: \n \n \n What to Bring/Wear: Class will take p lace outdoors\, rain or shine. Dress for the weath er and be prepared to navigate rocky terrain and g et dirty. Please bring a notebook\, pen/pencil\, w ater\, snack\, bug spray and sunscreen.\n \n \n \n Arrival: Parking takes place in the field above t he farmhouse. Plan to arrive 10 minutes early so w e can begin each class on time. We'll begin this c lass by meeting in the farmhouse. \n \n \n \n Audi ence: This program is primarily designed for adul t engagement. Children over 12 may attend with an adult and separate registration.\n \n \n \n Cost: The standard cost for this program is $40/person.\ n \n \n \n Cancellation: All programs are subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances includin g inclement weather. Participants will receive an email in the days preceding the program for any ch anges or cancellations. You can review our current Cancellation and Refund Policy here. \n \n \n \n \n About the Instructor:\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Laure n Hertz\n \n \n Lauren Hertz is a Lancaster native who has found her passion in learning the skills of survival\, and believes that these skills\, alo ng with deepening the relationship with the earth\ , can heal the human spirit\, and the earth. She d iscovered this newfound love for the primitive ski lls at The Tracker school in the Pine Barrens of N ew Jersey. After taking basic\, advanced survival and tracking classes along with taking a survival trip\, she realized that she felt a responsibility to teach what she knows. She believes these skill s are every human’s birthright\, and should not be kept to herself\, but should be shared with her f ellow humans. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n CATEGORIES:Workshop CALSCALE:GREGORIAN DTSTAMP;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T100000 DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T140000 LOCATION:4945 Horn Rd\n York\, PA 17406\n United States\n URL:https://hornfarmcenter.org/civimessages/event/info/?reset=1&id=1387 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:CiviCRM_EventID_1347_b793fddb451c9a035d23ee05cee039c9@hornfarmcenter.org SUMMARY:Wild Abundance: Late Summer Foraging Walk X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
\n \n Medic inal flowers and greens either make a showing or r egain their composure as rains pass through and th e intensity of the sun starts to diminish. Soft sw eets like autumn olive and elderberry accompany th e first harvests of the hard fruits: black walnut\ , hickory nuts\, acorns\, hazelnuts\, and more. Mo ving into late September\, a beloved foraging stap le of the Lower Susquehanna begins to ripen: the p awpaw will soon be filling the riverlands with its unmistakable scent. From the forests to the meado ws to the edges between\, the generosity of the la nd is immense at this exciting and short-lived tim e. \;
\n \nWhether you are interested i n wild foods\, local plants and ecology\, or alter native uses for plants through wildcrafting and me dicine-making\, you'\;re invited to join our&nb sp\;Late Summer Forging Walk\, ta king place \;Sunday\, September 13th&n bsp\;from \;10am to 12pm.
\n \nAlong the way\, we will spend ti me paying tribute to our long shared history with plants\, looking beyond the question of "\;wha t can I eat?"\; on the landscape. We will also emphasize ethical foraging and ways of giving bac k to the land from which we&rsquo\;re taking&ndash \;reinforcing how thinking like an ecosystem shoul d guide the practice of gathering wild foods.
\ n \nBeginners and experienced foragers are welcome. \;
\n \nThis class will take place outdoors\, rain or shine\, along walking trails in meadow an d woodland ecosystems at the Horn Farm. Please che ck the weather in advance and dress accordingly.\n \n
This program will involve walking on uneven\, hilly terrain. Be prepared for varied an d potentially muddy or snowy conditions. Walking p ace is leisurely with frequent stops for discussio n. \;
\n \nWhile this class is suited for adult learning\, children are welcome and encouraged to attend. Any chi ld above 13 must be registered separately. Childre n 12 and younger may attend without charge\, but m ust be accompanied by a registering adult.
\n \ nThe standard cost for this program is $25/person. Sliding scale opti ons are available to support accessibility.
\n \nService animals\, active and in-training\, a re permitted. All other animals and pets must rema in at home. The Horn Farm is a working farm with s ensitive restoration areas\, so we only allow anim als in cases of medical need. \;
\n \nAll programs are subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances including inclement weather. Participants will re ceive an email in the days preceding the program f or any changes or cancellations. You can r eview our current \;Cancellation and Refund Policy here. \;
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Andrew is an av id forager and student of wild spaces\, interested in rekindling ways of living on the landscape tha t are place-sourced and mutually nuturing. Moving to the Lower Susquehanna Region from the mountains of Northeastern PA in 2021\, he currently serves as the Educational &\; Outreach Speciaist for t he Horn Farm Center.
\n \nWith an academic background in English literature and music composi tion\, Andrew has since embraced ecological learni ng and lifelong wildcrafting\, fostering his skill s through the Horn Farm&rsquo\;s training pr ograms and the Northern Appalachia School&rsqu o\;s Foundations of Bioregional Herbalism program. In addition to leading monthly foraging walks and special topics courses\, Andrew co-teaches \; the Horn Farm&rsquo\;s 10-week Forager Traini ng Program.
\n \nBeyond the Horn Farm\, Andrew enjoys hiking\, biking\, gardening\, locav orous cooking\, and \; bioregional living. He leads a book club \;for the Lancaster Composti ng Co-Ops\, volunteers as a land steward with the Lancaster Conservancy\, and spends Saturdays selli ng produce at Green Circle Organics in Lancaster C entral Market.
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DESCRIPTION:\n \n \n \n \n As the heat of summer begins to wan e and signs of fall emerge\, a particularly bounti ful time takes shape.\n \n \n Medicinal flowers an d greens either make a showing or regain their com posure as rains pass through and the intensity of the sun starts to diminish. Soft sweets like autum n olive and elderberry accompany the first harvest s of the hard fruits: black walnut\, hickory nuts\ , acorns\, hazelnuts\, and more. Moving into late September\, a beloved foraging staple of the Lower Susquehanna begins to ripen: the pawpaw will soon be filling the riverlands with its unmistakable s cent. From the forests to the meadows to the edges between\, the generosity of the land is immense a t this exciting and short-lived time. \n \n \n \n Whether you are interested in wild foods\, local p lants and ecology\, or alternative uses for plants through wildcrafting and medicine-making\, you're invited to join our Late Summer Forging Walk\, ta king place Sunday\, September 13th from 10am to 12 pm.\n \n \n \n Along the way\, we will spend time paying tribute to our long shared history with pla nts\, looking beyond the question of "what can I e at?" on the landscape. We will also emphasize ethi cal foraging and ways of giving back to the land f rom which we’re taking–reinforcing how thinking li ke an ecosystem should guide the practice of gathe ring wild foods.\n \n \n \n Beginners and experien ced foragers are welcome. \n \n \n \n \n Program N otes:\n \n \n Environment: \n \n \n This class wil l take place outdoors\, rain or shine\, along walk ing trails in meadow and woodland ecosystems at th e Horn Farm. Please check the weather in advance a nd dress accordingly.\n \n \n \n Accessibility: \n \n \n This program will involve walking on uneven \, hilly terrain. Be prepared for varied and poten tially muddy or snowy conditions. Walking pace is leisurely with frequent stops for discussion. \n \ n \n \n Arrival: \n \n \n Parking takes place in t he field above the farmhouse. Plan to arrive 10 mi nutes early so we can begin the class on time. Mor e details about parking will be communicated in a reminder email days before the program. \n \n \n \ n Audience: \n \n \n While this class is suited fo r adult learning\, children are welcome and encour aged to attend. Any child above 13 must be registe red separately. Children 12 and younger may attend without charge\, but must be accompanied by a reg istering adult.\n \n \n \n Cost: \n \n \n The stan dard cost for this program is $25/person. Sliding scale options are available to support accessibili ty.\n \n \n \n Service Animals & Pets: \n \n \n Se rvice animals\, active and in-training\, are permi tted. All other animals and pets must remain at ho me. The Horn Farm is a working farm with sensitive restoration areas\, so we only allow animals in c ases of medical need. \n \n \n \n Cancellation: \n \n \n All programs are subject to change due to u nforeseen circumstances including inclement weathe r. Participants will receive an email in the days preceding the program for any changes or cancellat ions. You can review our current Cancellation and Refund Policy here. \n \n \n \n \n About the Instr uctor: Andrew Leahy\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Andrew is an avid forager and student of wild spaces\, inter ested in rekindling ways of living on the landscap e that are place-sourced and mutually nuturing. Mo ving to the Lower Susquehanna Region from the moun tains of Northeastern PA in 2021\, he currently se rves as the Educational & Outreach Speciaist for t he Horn Farm Center.\n \n \n \n With an academic b ackground in English literature and music composit ion\, Andrew has since embraced ecological learnin g and lifelong wildcrafting\, fostering his skills through the Horn Farm’s training programs (https: //hornfarmcenter.org/training-programs/) and the N orthern Appalachia School’s Foundations of Bioregi onal Herbalism program. In addition to leading mon thly foraging walks and special topics courses\, A ndrew co-teaches the Horn Farm’s 10-week Forager T raining Program (https://hornfarmcenter.org/forage r-training/).\n \n \n \n Beyond the Horn Farm\, An drew enjoys hiking\, biking\, gardening\, locavoro us cooking\, and bioregional living. He leads a b ook club for the Lancaster Composting Co-Ops\, vol unteers as a land steward with the Lancaster Conse rvancy\, and spends Saturdays selling produce at G reen Circle Organics in Lancaster Central Market.\ n \n \n \n \n \n \n CATEGORIES:Workshop CALSCALE:GREGORIAN DTSTAMP;TZID=America/New_York:20260913T100000 DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260913T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260913T120000 LOCATION:4945 Horn Rd\n York\, PA 17406\n United States\n URL:https://hornfarmcenter.org/civimessages/event/info/?reset=1&id=1347 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:CiviCRM_EventID_1380_b793fddb451c9a035d23ee05cee039c9@hornfarmcenter.org SUMMARY:Community Walking Tour: Horn Farm Education Trail X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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partnership of the Susquehanna National Heritage A
rea\, the Horn Farm Center recently unveiled a
As part of the grand opening of the project\, we invite you to join us for a guided walk along t he new educational trail. \;
\n \nLed b y project leaders and Horn Farm Center team member s\, Alexis Campbell and Andrew Leahy\, this free e vent will highlight local history\, farming\, and land restoration. Learn about the Horn Farm'\;s agricultural heritage\, food systems inspired by nature\, and the promising plants helping us heal the land while growing local goods and educating o ur community. \;
\n \nJoin us for one of two dates as we debut this new experience!
\n \n \n \nTh is project was funded in part by a grant from the& nbsp\;Susquehanna N ational Heritage Area\, supported by the Unite d States National Park Service and the Community C onservation Partnerships Program\, under the admin istration of the Pennsylvania Department of Conser vation and Natural Resources\, Bureau of Recreatio n.
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The walking t our is a fully outdoor experience. We will plan to lead this program rain or shine\; however\, in th e event of torrential rain or hazardous conditions \, the program will be rescheduled and registered guests will be notified.
\n \nPlease check the weather in advance and dress accordingly. Expe ct muddy conditions in the event of recent rain.&n bsp\;All walking areas are mowed grass paths. \;
\n \nOverall\, this walk will cover abou t 0.75 miles with plenty of stops. The terrain is primarily flat with some areas of gentle sloping a nd variation. If mobility is a concern\, please co ntact us at education@hornfarmcenter.org to discus s options. \;
\n \nParking takes place in th e grass field above the farmhouse. Two handicap-ac cessible spaces are available in the rocky lot nex t to the house. We'\;ll begin this tour by gath ering in front of the farmhouse. \;
\n \n < h2>Audience: \;\n \nThis walking tour is appropriate for all audiences. Children under 13 do not need to be registered. All children must be accompanied by an aduit. \;
\n \nThere is no cost to atten d this educational walk. \;
\n \nServic e animals\, active and in-training\, are permitted . All other animals and pets must remain at home. The Horn Farm is a working farm with sensitive res toration areas\, so we only allow animals in cases of medical need. \;
\n \nAll programs are subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances including i nclement weather. Participants will receive an ema il in the days preceding the program for any chang es or cancellations. \;You can review our current \;< strong>Cancellation and Refund Policy here. \;
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With over 10 years of non-profit experience\, Alexis is passionate about cultivati ng organizational systems that foster creativity\, growth\, and innovation. She believes that resili ence begins with connection: to oneself\, to other s\, and to the earth. \;Alexis is a Master Wa tershed Steward\, a Master Well Owner Network Volu nteer\, Center for Progressive Leadership Fellow a nd a member of the Rotary Club of York\, the Junio r League of York\, and the St. Xenia Philoptochos Society of Reading.
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Andrew is an avid forager an d student of wild spaces\, interested in rekindlin g ways of living on the landscape that are place-s ourced and mutually nuturing. Moving to the Lower Susquehanna Region from the mountains of Northeast ern PA in 2021\, he currently serves as the Educat ional &\; Outreach Speciaist for the Horn Farm Center.
\n \nWith an academic background in English literature and music composition\, Andrew has since embraced ecological learning and lifelo ng wildcrafting\, fostering his skills through the Horn Farm&rsquo\;s \;training programs \; and the Northern Appalachia School&rsquo\;s Founda tions of Bioregional Herbalism program. In additio n to leading monthly foraging walks and special to pics courses\, Andrew co-teaches \;the Horn Fa rm&rsquo\;s 10-week \;Forager Training Program .
\n \nBeyond the Horn Farm\, Andrew enjoys hiking\, biking\, gardening\, locavorous cooking\ , and \; \;bioregional living. He leads a book club \;for the Lancaster Composting Co-Op s\, volunteers as a land steward with the Lancaste r Conservancy\, and spends Saturdays selling produ ce at Green Circle Organics in Lancaster Central M arket.
DESCRIPTION:\n \n \n \n \n Experience the Horn Farm's learning landscape in a new way!\n \n \n Thanks to the par tnership of the Susquehanna National Heritage Area \, the Horn Farm Center recently unveiled a new se lf-guided walking tour featuring over a dozen inte rpretive and directional signs across our property . The new program offers visitors an accessible wa y to learn about regenerative agriculture and ecol ogical restoration while enjoying the outdoors at the Horn Farm. \n \n \n \n As part of the grand op ening of the project\, we invite you to join us fo r a guided walk along the new educational trail. \ n \n \n \n Led by project leaders and Horn Farm Ce nter team members\, Alexis Campbell and Andrew Lea hy\, this free event will highlight local history\ , farming\, and land restoration. Learn about the Horn Farm's agricultural heritage\, food systems i nspired by nature\, and the promising plants helpi ng us heal the land while growing local goods and educating our community. \n \n \n \n Whether you'r e a frequent supporter of Horn Farm Center program s or a newcomer to our learning landscape\, this t our will cover a story and a vision worth sharing in.\n \n \n Join us for one of two dates as we deb ut this new experience!\n \n \n \n \n Thursday\, September 3rd (6-8pm) (https://hornfarmcenter.org/ civimessages/event/info/?reset=1&id=1382)\n Sunda y\, September 13th (1:30-3:30pm) (https://hornfarm center.org/civimessages/event/register/?reset=1&id =1380) \n \n \n \n Walking Tour Partners: Thank Yo u!\n \n \n This project was funded in part by a gr ant from the Susquehanna National Heritage Area (h ttps://susqnha.org/)\, supported by the United Sta tes National Park Service and the Community Conser vation Partnerships Program\, under the administra tion of the Pennsylvania Department of Conservatio n and Natural Resources\, Bureau of Recreation.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Program Notes\n \n \n Envi ronment & Terrain: \n \n \n The walking tour is a fully outdoor experience. We will plan to lead thi s program rain or shine\; however\, in the event o f torrential rain or hazardous conditions\, the pr ogram will be rescheduled and registered guests wi ll be notified.\n \n \n \n Please check the weathe r in advance and dress accordingly. Expect muddy c onditions in the event of recent rain. All walking areas are mowed grass paths. \n \n \n \n Overall\ , this walk will cover about 0.75 miles with plent y of stops. The terrain is primarily flat with som e areas of gentle sloping and variation. If mobili ty is a concern\, please contact us at education@h ornfarmcenter.org (mailto:education@hornfarmcenter .org) to discuss options. \n \n \n \n Parking & Ar rival: \n \n \n Parking takes place in the grass f ield above the farmhouse. Two handicap-accessible spaces are available in the rocky lot next to the house. We'll begin this tour by gathering in front of the farmhouse. \n \n \n \n Audience: \n \n \n This walking tour is appropriate for all audiences . Children under 13 do not need to be registered. All children must be accompanied by an aduit. \n \ n \n \n Cost: \n \n \n There is no cost to attend this educational walk. \n \n \n \n Service Animals & Pets: \n \n \n Service animals\, active and in- training\, are permitted. All other animals and pe ts must remain at home. The Horn Farm is a working farm with sensitive restoration areas\, so we onl y allow animals in cases of medical need. \n \n \n \n Cancellation: \n \n \n All programs are subjec t to change due to unforeseen circumstances includ ing inclement weather. Participants will receive a n email in the days preceding the program for any changes or cancellations. You can review our curre nt Cancellation and Refund Policy here. \n \n \n \ n \n Tour Leaders\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Alexis Campb ell\n \n \n Alexis Campbell grew up in Berks Count y\, just outside of Reading\, PA. Before leading t he Horn Farm Center\, Alexis served as the Associa te Director and head of Communications for the Ber ks History Center. She also co-founded and served as the Operations Director of Permacultivate Inc. and Reading Roots Urban Farm. Alexis is a permacul ture practitioner\, educator\, and longtime studen t of regenerative agriculture. She holds a B.A. in Letters\, Arts\, and Sciences from Pennsylvania S tate University where she explored human systems\, politics\, and ecology. She is trained in Commerc ial Urban Agriculture (2010) and holds certificate s in Permaculture Design (2009) and Teaching Perma culture (2012).\n \n \n \n With over 10 years of n on-profit experience\, Alexis is passionate about cultivating organizational systems that foster cre ativity\, growth\, and innovation. She believes th at resilience begins with connection: to oneself\, to others\, and to the earth. Alexis is a Master Watershed Steward\, a Master Well Owner Network V olunteer\, Center for Progressive Leadership Fello w and a member of the Rotary Club of York\, the Ju nior League of York\, and the St. Xenia Philoptoch os Society of Reading.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Andr ew Leahy\n \n \n Andrew is an avid forager and stu dent of wild spaces\, interested in rekindling way s of living on the landscape that are place-source d and mutually nuturing. Moving to the Lower Susqu ehanna Region from the mountains of Northeastern P A in 2021\, he currently serves as the Educational & Outreach Speciaist for the Horn Farm Center.\n \n \n \n With an academic background in English li terature and music composition\, Andrew has since embraced ecological learning and lifelong wildcraf ting\, fostering his skills through the Horn Farm’ s training programs and the Northern Appalachia Sc hool’s Foundations of Bioregional Herbalism progra m. In addition to leading monthly foraging walks a nd special topics courses\, Andrew co-teaches the Horn Farm’s 10-week Forager Training Program.\n \n \n \n Beyond the Horn Farm\, Andrew enjoys hiking \, biking\, gardening\, locavorous cooking\, and bioregional living. He leads a book club for the L ancaster Composting Co-Ops\, volunteers as a land steward with the Lancaster Conservancy\, and spend s Saturdays selling produce at Green Circle Organi cs in Lancaster Central Market.\n \n CATEGORIES:Workshop CALSCALE:GREGORIAN DTSTAMP;TZID=America/New_York:20260913T133000 DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260913T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260913T153000 LOCATION:4945 Horn Road\n York\, PA 17406\n United States\n URL:https://hornfarmcenter.org/civimessages/event/info/?reset=1&id=1380 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:CiviCRM_EventID_1394_b793fddb451c9a035d23ee05cee039c9@hornfarmcenter.org SUMMARY:Riparian Buffer Tree Tending: September 16\, 2026 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:\n \n To learn more about the Horn Farm'\;s riparian buffer plantings and the importance of r iparian areas in PA\, visit our blog series: \ ;For the Whole Stream: Riparian Buffers . \; \; \;
\n \nOn Wednesday\, September 16th \;from 6p m to 7:30pm\, we'\;re seeking volunteers to hel p us tend a 12-acre riparian buffer. Hands on the land \;are critical as we protect wat er and build back biodiversity on retired farmland without the use of herbicides or large machines. Join us to learn about agroforestry\, land restora tion\, and the local watershed while helping ensur e a thriving educational ecosystem for the future.
\n \nDepending on the season\, weather\, a vailable materials\, and number of volunteers\, ea ch ripa rian buffer workday \;entails one or more of the following tasks:
\n \nTo join us for more riparian buffer workdays\, visit \;hornfarmcenter.org/tree-planting/
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PICTUR ED: Live stake rows in the riparian buffer. Live s takes are one element that make the Horn Farm'\ ;s buffer \;multifunctional. While pl ants like willow (Salix spp.)\, dogwood ( Cornus spp.)\, viburnum (Viburnum spp .) and other shrubs support the health of thi s streamside ecosystem\, woody cuttings can be har vested each winter for propagation and planting el sewhere--an activity known as \;live staki ng. \;Bringing agriculture and ecosystem restoration together\, live staking is one example of \;agroforestry. \;
\n \nPl ease wear sturdy\, closed-toe shoes\, dress for th e weather\, and bring your own water bottle (refil ls will be available). We have gloves on hand for those who need them\, though we encourage particip ants to bring their own gloves. All tools will be provided.
\n \nThis workday will require minor physical labor including stooping\, pulling\, shoveling\, and spending time outside in potentially rainy\, h ot\, or cold conditions. Be prepared for walking o n uneven\, possibly muddy terrain.
\n \nPlease read our \;< a href="https://hornfarmcenter.org/wp-content/plug ins/files/civicrm/persist/contribute/files/Volunte r%20Waiver%20_%20Release%20Form%202022.pdf" rel="n oreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Volunteer Waiv er and Release Form \;before your arrival. You will be prompted to acknowledge receipt of th is form when you register for the workday. \;Y ou can reach us at \;education@hornfarmcenter.org< /a> \;with any questions or concerns.
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DESCRIPTION:\n \n \n \n \n To learn more about the Horn Farm's riparian buffer plantings and the importance of r iparian areas in PA\, visit our blog series: For t he Whole Stream: Riparian Buffers (https://hornfar mcenter.org/for-the-whole-stream-1/). \n \n \n \ n On Wednesday\, September 16th from 6pm to 7:30pm \, we're seeking volunteers to help us tend a 12-a cre riparian buffer. Hands on the land are critica l as we protect water and build back biodiversity on retired farmland without the use of herbicides or large machines. Join us to learn about agrofore stry\, land restoration\, and the local watershed while helping ensure a thriving educational ecosys tem for the future.\n \n \n \n Depending on the se ason\, weather\, available materials\, and number of volunteers\, each riparian buffer workday (http ://hornfarmcenter.org/tree-planting/) entails one or more of the following tasks:\n \n \n \n \n Mon itoring current plantings by checking and adjustin g tree tubes\, tracking mortality\, and hand-clear ing overgrowth.\n Preparing beds for new live sta ke plantings by aerating soil and spreading leaf m ulch.\n Removing encroaching species to clear spa ce for young trees.\n \n \n To join us for more ri parian buffer workdays\, visit hornfarmcenter.org/ tree-planting/ (https://hornfarmcenter.org/tree-pl anting/)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n PICTURED: Live sta ke rows in the riparian buffer. Live stakes are on e element that make the Horn Farm's buffer multifu nctional. While plants like willow (Salix spp.)\, dogwood (Cornus spp.)\, viburnum (Viburnum spp.) a nd other shrubs support the health of this streams ide ecosystem\, woody cuttings can be harvested ea ch winter for propagation and planting elsewhere-- an activity known as live staking. Bringing agricu lture and ecosystem restoration together\, live st aking is one example of agroforestry. \n \n \n \n \n What to bring:\n \n \n Please wear sturdy\, clo sed-toe shoes\, dress for the weather\, and bring your own water bottle (refills will be available). We have gloves on hand for those who need them\, though we encourage participants to bring their ow n gloves. All tools will be provided.\n \n \n \n P hysical Activity Note:\n \n \n This workday will r equire minor physical labor including stooping\, p ulling\, shoveling\, and spending time outside in potentially rainy\, hot\, or cold conditions. Be p repared for walking on uneven\, possibly muddy ter rain.\n \n \n \n All Volunteers:\n \n \n Please re ad our Volunteer Waiver and Release Form (https:// hornfarmcenter.org/wp-content/plugins/files/civicr m/persist/contribute/files/Volunter%20Waiver%20_%2 0Release%20Form%202022.pdf) before your arrival. Y ou will be prompted to acknowledge receipt of this form when you register for the workday. You can r each us at education@hornfarmcenter.org (mailto:ed ucation@hornfarmcenter.org) with any questions or concerns.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity CALSCALE:GREGORIAN DTSTAMP;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T180000 DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T193000 LOCATION:4945 Horn Road\n York\, PA 17406\n United States\n URL:https://hornfarmcenter.org/civimessages/event/info/?reset=1&id=1394 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:CiviCRM_EventID_1398_b793fddb451c9a035d23ee05cee039c9@hornfarmcenter.org SUMMARY:Taste the Wild: Uncommon Foods of the Lower Susque hanna X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:\n \n The Horn Farm Center invites you to join thi s \;exclusive guided walk and tasting experience \;celebrating Wild &\; Uncommon foods\, all grown and foraged in the Lowe r Susquehanna Riverlands! \;
\n \nExplo ring fields and forest edges at the Horn Farm\, we '\;ll uncover many of the unique local foods an d medicines available to us this time of year -- e verything from wild edible "\;weeds"\; to agroforestry crops like elderberry and hazelnuts. We'\;ll bring special attention to the Horn Far m'\;s pawpaw orchard and wild plantings\, shari ng some of the history\, ecology\, and lore surrou nding this legendary native fruit -- the largest i n North America! \;
\n \nAfter the walk \, we'\;ll enjoy seasonal samplings from the la nd\, with a variety of small dishes and \;hors d'\;oeuvres featuring pawpaw and other wild &a mp\; uncommon ingredients. Don'\;t miss this de licious\, behind-the-scenes experience of the Horn Farm'\;s educational ecosystem--a perfect way to kick off the \;Pawpaw Festival! \;
\n \nThis event is part of the H orn Farm Center'\;s Wild &\; Uncommon Weekend. \;
\n \nThis class will take place primaril y outdoors\, \;rain or shine\ , along walking trails in meadow and woodland ecos ystems at the Horn Farm. Please check the weather in advance and dress accordingly. \;Sturdy wal king shoes and seasonal protection (sunscreen\, ha t\, gentle bug spray/balm\, etc.) is encouraged.\n \n
This program will involve walking on uneven\, hilly terrain. Be prepared for varied an d potentially muddy conditions. Walking pace is le isurely with frequent stops for discussion. \;
\n \nPark in the field above the farmhouse. \;Plan to arrive 10 minutes early so we can begin the class on time. We will begin the program by meeting in the farmhouse.
\n \nWhile this class is suited for adult l earning\, \;children are welcome to attend. An y child above 13 must be registered separately. Ch ildren 12 and younger may attend without charge\, but must be accompanied by a registering adult.
\n \nThe standard cost for this program is $75/person. Cost includes a ~1.5 hour walking tour followe d by a tasting experience featuring pawpaws and ot her wild ingredients. Sliding scale options are av ailable to support accessibility.
\n \nAll programs are subject to
change due to unforeseen circumstances including
inclement weather. Participants will receive an em
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Jonath an Darby is a wild foods enthusiast and educator\, avid gardener\, former farmer and has served the Horn Farm Center in varying capacities for over 15 years. He currently serves as Land Manager &\; Educator. Jonathan received his Permaculture Desi gn Certification in 2011 from Susquehanna Permacul ture and in 2014 completed his Permaculture Teache r Training through Dynamic Ecological Design. He i s married with 2 kids and 3 cats.
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DESCRIPTION:\n \n \n \n \n Sip\, stroll\, and savor the season al flavors of our wild landscape ... including paw paw!\n \n \n The Horn Farm Center invites you to j oin this exclusive guided walk and tasting experie nce celebrating Wild & Uncommon foods\, all grown and foraged in the Lower Susquehanna Riverlands! \ n \n \n \n Exploring fields and forest edges at th e Horn Farm\, we'll uncover many of the unique loc al foods and medicines available to us this time o f year -- everything from wild edible "weeds" to a groforestry crops like elderberry and hazelnuts. W e'll bring special attention to the Horn Farm's pa wpaw orchard and wild plantings\, sharing some of the history\, ecology\, and lore surrounding this legendary native fruit -- the largest in North Ame rica! \n \n \n \n After the walk\, we'll enjoy sea sonal samplings from the land\, with a variety of small dishes and hors d'oeuvres featuring pawpaw a nd other wild & uncommon ingredients. Don't miss t his delicious\, behind-the-scenes experience of th e Horn Farm's educational ecosystem--a perfect way to kick off the Pawpaw Festival (https://hornfarm center.org/pawpawfest/)! \n \n \n \n Early Registr ations Encouraged. Spaces are limited! \n \n \n Th is event is part of the Horn Farm Center's Wild & Uncommon Weekend (https://hornfarmcenter.org/pawpa wfest/wild-uncommon-weekend-guide/). \n \n \n \n \ n Program Notes:\n \n \n Environment: \n \n \n Thi s class will take place primarily outdoors\, rain or shine\, along walking trails in meadow and wood land ecosystems at the Horn Farm. Please check the weather in advance and dress accordingly. Sturdy walking shoes and seasonal protection (sunscreen\, hat\, gentle bug spray/balm\, etc.) is encouraged .\n \n \n \n Accessibility: \n \n \n This program will involve walking on uneven\, hilly terrain. Be prepared for varied and potentially muddy conditi ons. Walking pace is leisurely with frequent stops for discussion. \n \n \n \n Arrival: \n \n \n Par k in the field above the farmhouse. Plan to arrive 10 minutes early so we can begin the class on tim e. We will begin the program by meeting in the far mhouse.\n \n \n \n Audience: \n \n \n While this c lass is suited for adult learning\, children are w elcome to attend. Any child above 13 must be regis tered separately. Children 12 and younger may atte nd without charge\, but must be accompanied by a r egistering adult.\n \n \n \n Cost: \n \n \n The st andard cost for this program is $75/person. Cost i ncludes a ~1.5 hour walking tour followed by a tas ting experience featuring pawpaws and other wild i ngredients. Sliding scale options are available to support accessibility.\n \n \n \n Cancellation\n \n \n All programs are subject to change due to un foreseen circumstances including inclement weather . Participants will receive an email in the days p receding the program for any changes or cancellati ons. You can review our current Cancellation and R efund Policy here. \n \n \n \n \n About the Instru ctor: Jon Darby\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jonathan Darby is a wild foods enthusiast and educator\, avid ga rdener\, former farmer and has served the Horn Far m Center in varying capacities for over 15 years. He currently serves as Land Manager & Educator. Jo nathan received his Permaculture Design Certificat ion in 2011 from Susquehanna Permaculture and in 2 014 completed his Permaculture Teacher Training th rough Dynamic Ecological Design. He is married wit h 2 kids and 3 cats.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n CATEGORIES:Programs CALSCALE:GREGORIAN DTSTAMP;TZID=America/New_York:20260918T173000 DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260918T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260918T200000 LOCATION:4945 Horn Rd\n York\, PA 17406\n United States\n URL:https://hornfarmcenter.org/civimessages/event/info/?reset=1&id=1398 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:CiviCRM_EventID_1395_b793fddb451c9a035d23ee05cee039c9@hornfarmcenter.org SUMMARY:Riparian Buffer Tree Tending: September 23\, 2026 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:\n \n To learn more about the Horn Farm'\;s riparian buffer plantings and the importance of r iparian areas in PA\, visit our blog series: \ ;For the Whole Stream: Riparian Buffers . \; \; \;
\n \nOn Wednesday\, September 23rd \;from 6p m to 7:30pm\, we'\;re seeking volunteers to hel p us tend a 12-acre riparian buffer. Hands on the land \;are critical as we protect wat er and build back biodiversity on retired farmland without the use of herbicides or large machines. Join us to learn about agroforestry\, land restora tion\, and the local watershed while helping ensur e a thriving educational ecosystem for the future.
\n \nDepending on the season\, weather\, a vailable materials\, and number of volunteers\, ea ch ripa rian buffer workday \;entails one or more of the following tasks:
\n \nTo join us for more riparian buffer workdays\, visit \;hornfarmcenter.org/tree-planting/
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PICTUR ED: Live stake rows in the riparian buffer. Live s takes are one element that make the Horn Farm'\ ;s buffer \;multifunctional. While pl ants like willow (Salix spp.)\, dogwood ( Cornus spp.)\, viburnum (Viburnum spp .) and other shrubs support the health of thi s streamside ecosystem\, woody cuttings can be har vested each winter for propagation and planting el sewhere--an activity known as \;live staki ng. \;Bringing agriculture and ecosystem restoration together\, live staking is one example of \;agroforestry. \;
\n \nPl ease wear sturdy\, closed-toe shoes\, dress for th e weather\, and bring your own water bottle (refil ls will be available). We have gloves on hand for those who need them\, though we encourage particip ants to bring their own gloves. All tools will be provided.
\n \nThis workday will require minor physical labor including stooping\, pulling\, shoveling\, and spending time outside in potentially rainy\, h ot\, or cold conditions. Be prepared for walking o n uneven\, possibly muddy terrain.
\n \nPlease read our \;< a href="https://hornfarmcenter.org/wp-content/plug ins/files/civicrm/persist/contribute/files/Volunte r%20Waiver%20_%20Release%20Form%202022.pdf" rel="n oreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Volunteer Waiv er and Release Form \;before your arrival. You will be prompted to acknowledge receipt of th is form when you register for the workday. \;Y ou can reach us at \;education@hornfarmcenter.org< /a> \;with any questions or concerns.
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DESCRIPTION:\n \n \n \n \n To learn more about the Horn Farm's riparian buffer plantings and the importance of r iparian areas in PA\, visit our blog series: For t he Whole Stream: Riparian Buffers (https://hornfar mcenter.org/for-the-whole-stream-1/). \n \n \n \ n On Wednesday\, September 23rd from 6pm to 7:30pm \, we're seeking volunteers to help us tend a 12-a cre riparian buffer. Hands on the land are critica l as we protect water and build back biodiversity on retired farmland without the use of herbicides or large machines. Join us to learn about agrofore stry\, land restoration\, and the local watershed while helping ensure a thriving educational ecosys tem for the future.\n \n \n \n Depending on the se ason\, weather\, available materials\, and number of volunteers\, each riparian buffer workday (http ://hornfarmcenter.org/tree-planting/) entails one or more of the following tasks:\n \n \n \n \n Mon itoring current plantings by checking and adjustin g tree tubes\, tracking mortality\, and hand-clear ing overgrowth.\n Preparing beds for new live sta ke plantings by aerating soil and spreading leaf m ulch.\n Removing encroaching species to clear spa ce for young trees.\n \n \n To join us for more ri parian buffer workdays\, visit hornfarmcenter.org/ tree-planting/ (https://hornfarmcenter.org/tree-pl anting/)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n PICTURED: Live sta ke rows in the riparian buffer. Live stakes are on e element that make the Horn Farm's buffer multifu nctional. While plants like willow (Salix spp.)\, dogwood (Cornus spp.)\, viburnum (Viburnum spp.) a nd other shrubs support the health of this streams ide ecosystem\, woody cuttings can be harvested ea ch winter for propagation and planting elsewhere-- an activity known as live staking. Bringing agricu lture and ecosystem restoration together\, live st aking is one example of agroforestry. \n \n \n \n \n What to bring:\n \n \n Please wear sturdy\, clo sed-toe shoes\, dress for the weather\, and bring your own water bottle (refills will be available). We have gloves on hand for those who need them\, though we encourage participants to bring their ow n gloves. All tools will be provided.\n \n \n \n P hysical Activity Note:\n \n \n This workday will r equire minor physical labor including stooping\, p ulling\, shoveling\, and spending time outside in potentially rainy\, hot\, or cold conditions. Be p repared for walking on uneven\, possibly muddy ter rain.\n \n \n \n All Volunteers:\n \n \n Please re ad our Volunteer Waiver and Release Form (https:// hornfarmcenter.org/wp-content/plugins/files/civicr m/persist/contribute/files/Volunter%20Waiver%20_%2 0Release%20Form%202022.pdf) before your arrival. Y ou will be prompted to acknowledge receipt of this form when you register for the workday. You can r each us at education@hornfarmcenter.org (mailto:ed ucation@hornfarmcenter.org) with any questions or concerns.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity CALSCALE:GREGORIAN DTSTAMP;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T180000 DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T193000 LOCATION:4945 Horn Road\n York\, PA 17406\n United States\n URL:https://hornfarmcenter.org/civimessages/event/info/?reset=1&id=1395 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:CiviCRM_EventID_1307_b793fddb451c9a035d23ee05cee039c9@hornfarmcenter.org SUMMARY:Elements of Survival: Wilderness Skills Series X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Element s of Survival is a three-part\, hands-on wildernes s skills series that teaches practical techniques for thriving outdoors\, including building shelter \, making fire\, and finding and purifying water. Each 3 hour class focuses on a different set of su rvival techniques\, blending practical &ldquo\;mak e and take&rdquo\; projects with outdoor instructi on.
\n \nClasses begin at the corn barn\, where participants may c raft useful tools and learn foundational concepts\ , before taking a short hike into the woods to pra ctice skills at the outdoor classroom. While geare d toward a mature audience\, students ages 12 and up are welcome when accompanied by an adult. Wheth er you join for one class or the full series\, you &rsquo\;ll walk away with lasting tools\, knowledg e\, and confidence to thrive in the outdoors.
\ n \nIn this class\, you&rsquo\;l l learn how to find\, filter\, and purify water us ing both modern tools and primitive techniques. Fr om building your own water filter to recognizing n atural collection methods\, this course will give you the knowledge and confidence to stay hydrated in the wild. Here'\;s what to expect:
\n \nMake &\; Take Projects:
\n \nHands-On Skills:
\n \n \nYou&rsquo\;ll leave with your own water- purification projects and critical skills to locat e\, collect\, and make safe drinking water in near ly any environment.
\n \nThis class combines the grounding skills of Earth with the vital role of Air to teach you how to build shelter\, work w ith natural resources\, and use your environment t o survive. From stone-boiled water to woodland she lters\, you&rsquo\;ll gain practical skills that t ransform the wilderness into a place of resilience and home. Time in this class will be spent on the following:
\n \nMake &\; Tak e Projects:
\n \nHands-On Skills:
\n \nFire is on e of the most essential survival skills&mdash\;and one of the most rewarding to master. In this hand s-on class\, you&rsquo\;ll learn both practical fi re-starting projects to take home and the fundamen tal techniques to confidently build\, maintain\, a nd use fire in the outdoors.
\n \n< u>Make &\; Take Projects:
\n \nH ands-On Skills:
\n \nBy the end of this class\, yo u&rsquo\;ll bring home your own custom fire-starti ng tools and gain the confidence to safely build a nd use fire in any outdoor situation.
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Bring: A backpack\, water\, gloves\, and a kni
fe.
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\n Arrival &\; Parking: Parking takes place in the field above the farmh
ouse. Plan to arrive 10 minutes early so we can be
gin the class on time.
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\n Environ
ment: \;This class will take place outdoor
s\, rain or shine. Please check the weather in adv
ance and dress accordingly. Be prepared for walkin
g on uneven terrain and potentially muddy conditio
ns. \;
Cancellation Policy: All programs are subject to change due to unfores een circumstances\, including inclement weather. P articipants will receive an email in the days prec eding the program for any changes or cancellations . You can review our current Cancellation and Ref und Policy here. \;
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\n \nKaden Stetler is a survival inst
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is rooted in his company&rsquo\;s motto: &ldquo\;
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meless. When the COVID-19 pandemic struck\, Kaden
drew on his training as a chef to provide over 700
meals a week for children missing school lunches\
, unemployed families\, and the homeless community
&mdash\;people he respectfully called his &ldquo\;
guests.&rdquo\; His efforts expanded into leading
a day shelter and eventually a night shelter in La
ncaster\, where he created safe havens rooted in d
ignity and empathy. His work earned recognition in
newspapers and on television for his commitment t
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\n Through Stetler Survival\
, Kaden now channels his experience into teaching
others how to prepare for emergencies\, adapt to u
ncertainty\, and thrive in the outdoors. He believ
es survival skills are not only about wilderness l
iving but about empowering families to face crises
with confidence and unity. A devoted husband and
father of two\, Kaden passes down the values of si
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\; DESCRIPTION: \n \n \n Elements of Survival is a three-part \, hands-on wilderness skills series that teaches practical techniques for thriving outdoors\, inclu ding building shelter\, making fire\, and finding and purifying water. Each 3 hour class focuses on a different set of survival techniques\, blending practical “make and take” projects with outdoor in struction.\n \n \n \n Classes begin at the corn ba rn\, where participants may craft useful tools and learn foundational concepts\, before taking a sho rt hike into the woods to practice skills at the o utdoor classroom. While geared toward a mature aud ience\, students ages 12 and up are welcome when a ccompanied by an adult. Whether you join for one c lass or the full series\, you’ll walk away with la sting tools\, knowledge\, and confidence to thrive in the outdoors.\n \n \n \n September 26th - Wate r\n \n \n In this class\, you’ll learn how to find \, filter\, and purify water using both modern too ls and primitive techniques. From building your ow n water filter to recognizing natural collection m ethods\, this course will give you the knowledge a nd confidence to stay hydrated in the wild. Here's what to expect:\n \n \n \n Make & Take Projects:\ n \n \n \n \n DIY water bottle filter\n Solar st ill kit\n \n \n Hands-On Skills:\n \n \n \n \n Us ing your handmade water filter and solar still\n Understanding LifeStraw basics\n Effectively usin g aqua tabs \n Setting up a tarp rain catch\n Wa ter boiling methods for disinfection\n Using blea ch safely to purify water\n Filtering with a clot h \n Drinking from moss\n Collecting water with bags over leafy branches\n \n \n You’ll leave with your own water-purification projects and critical skills to locate\, collect\, and make safe drinki ng water in nearly any environment.\n \n \n \n Oct ober 3rd - Earth & Air\n \n \n This class combines the grounding skills of Earth with the vital role of Air to teach you how to build shelter\, work w ith natural resources\, and use your environment t o survive. From stone-boiled water to woodland she lters\, you’ll gain practical skills that transfor m the wilderness into a place of resilience and ho me. Time in this class will be spent on the follow ing:\n \n \n \n Make & Take Projects:\n \n \n \n \ n Bamboo bellows (to breathe life into your fires )\n Wooden cup (crafted with your own hands)\n \n \n Hands-On Skills:\n \n \n \n \n Boiling water with heated stones\n Cooking meals on flat rocks\ n Building a Dakota fire hole\n Constructing a w oodland shelter from natural materials\n Using le aves for insulation and rain protection\n Craftin g a cooking hook from a Y-branch\n Practical uses of dirt in survival situations\n \n \n By the end \, you’ll leave with handmade survival tools and a deeper connection to the earth beneath your feet and the air that fuels every fire and breath.\n \n \n \n October 10th - Fire \n \n \n Fire is one of the most essential survival skills—and one of the most rewarding to master. In this hands-on class\ , you’ll learn both practical fire-starting projec ts to take home and the fundamental techniques to confidently build\, maintain\, and use fire in the outdoors.\n \n \n \n Make & Take Projects:\n \n \ n \n \n Wax fire starter\n Ferro rod keychain\, necklace\, or bracelet\n Waterproof matches\n \n \n Hands-On Skills:\n \n \n \n \n Breaking down f irewood safely with a hatchet and knife\n Underst anding the Rule of 3s in survival\n Choosing the right fire lay for cooking\, warmth\, and efficien cy\n Identifying dry\, ready-to-burn wood\n Stri king a ferro rod to start a fire\n Making simple hooks for campfire cooking\n Cooking ash cakes ov er the fire\n Directing and reflecting heat with stones and fire placement\n Extinguish a fire com pletely and responsibly\n \n \n By the end of this class\, you’ll bring home your own custom fire-st arting tools and gain the confidence to safely bui ld and use fire in any outdoor situation.\n \n \n \n \n Program Notes:\n \n \n Items to Bring: A bac kpack\, water\, gloves\, and a knife.\n \n \n \n A rrival & Parking: Parking takes place in the field above the farmhouse. Plan to arrive 10 minutes ea rly so we can begin the class on time.\n \n \n \n Environment: This class will take place outdoors\, rain or shine. Please check the weather in advanc e and dress accordingly. Be prepared for walking o n uneven terrain and potentially muddy conditions. \n \n \n \n Cancellation Policy: All programs are subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances \, including inclement weather. Participants will receive an email in the days preceding the program for any changes or cancellations. You can review our current Cancellation and Refund Policy here (h ttp://hornfarmcenter.org/refund-policy/). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Instructor: Kaden St etler of Stetler Survival\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kaden Stetler is a survival instructor an d founder of Stetler Survival\, a company dedicate d to family emergency preparedness\, wilderness sk ills\, and outdoor living. His philosophy is roote d in his company’s motto: “Stay prepared and stay alive.”\n \n \n \n Kaden’s path to survival train ing is shaped by a life of service. He first launc hed Rebel Cause\, a Star Wars–themed nonprofit tha t harnessed fandom to raise funds for the homeless . When the COVID-19 pandemic struck\, Kaden drew o n his training as a chef to provide over 700 meals a week for children missing school lunches\, unem ployed families\, and the homeless community—peopl e he respectfully called his “guests.” His efforts expanded into leading a day shelter and eventuall y a night shelter in Lancaster\, where he created safe havens rooted in dignity and empathy. His wor k earned recognition in newspapers and on televisi on for his commitment to improving lives and stren gthening community resilience.\n \n \n \n Through Stetler Survival\, Kaden now channels his experien ce into teaching others how to prepare for emergen cies\, adapt to uncertainty\, and thrive in the ou tdoors. He believes survival skills are not only a bout wilderness living but about empowering famili es to face crises with confidence and unity. A dev oted husband and father of two\, Kaden passes down the values of situational awareness\, resourceful ness\, and preparedness to his children. His instr uction blends technical expertise with compassion\ , inspiring others to stay safe\, capable\, and co nnected in a rapidly changing world.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n CATEGORIES:Workshop CALSCALE:GREGORIAN DTSTAMP;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T130000 DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261010T160000 LOCATION:4945 Horn Rd\n York\, PA 17406\n United States\n URL:https://hornfarmcenter.org/civimessages/event/info/?reset=1&id=1307 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:CiviCRM_EventID_1376_b793fddb451c9a035d23ee05cee039c9@hornfarmcenter.org SUMMARY:Goldenrod: Foraging & Botanical Dyeing X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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\n Truly a fitting attribution for this diver se\, charismatic\, and resilient plant. With over 100 species nationwide\, upwards of 30 goldenrod s pecies call Pennsylvania home\, filling niches fro m cool\, shady forests to hot\, sunny meadows. Whi le different species bloom across the growing seas on\, most people recognize goldenrod during the tr ansition from summer to fall\, when open fields ar e swept with a giddy shock of golden yellow: a fin al flush of warm-season splendor fueling pollinato rs as they prepare for winter. \;
\n \nBeyond its aethetic beauty and wildlife va lue\, goldenrod can provide a bounty for people\, too. In this class\, we&rsquo\;ll dig int o the many ways that interacting with goldenrod&nd ash\;especially the &ldquo\;weediest&rdquo\; speci es&ndash\;can bring healing and wholeness to our l ives:
\n \nIn the first part of this class\, we &rsquo\;ll become acquainted with goldenrod as a s ource of food\, wellbeing\, and ecological underst anding. We&rsquo\;ll encounter plants in the field to practice identification\, species differentiat ion\, ethical harvest\, and preparing medicine. In the transition between this portion of class and the second half\, we will enjoy lunch along with f reshly-brewed goldenrod tea. \;
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For the second part of this cl ass\, we&rsquo\;ll be joined by botanical dye arti st Chelsea Thompson of earthencolor \;to transform g athered goldenrod into wearable colors. Chelsea wi ll cover the foundations of using local blooms to dye natural fibers. You will get to dye two take-h ome items in the class using the shibori (tie-dye) and bundle-dying methods. \; \;
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11am - 1pm | Goldenrod in the field: ID\, ecology\, and \;foraging
\n \n1-1:30pm \;| Lunch Break
\n \n1:30-4pm | Crafting with goldrenrod: \;botanical dy es from leaves and flowers
\n \nWhen registering\, you can opt to bring your own dye item(s) or purchase up to two add-ons that will be ordered on your behalf . \;NOTE \;our September 13th dea dline for ordering dye items. \;
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\n \nInstead of ordering dye item(s) at r egistration\, you may bring up to two artic les of clothing or cloth suitable for natural dyei ng. Items must be of a reasonable size and lightne ss\, and composed of natural fibers (cotton\, line n\, silk\, etc.). If you are unsure about whether an item is suitable\, you can reach out to \;C helsea Thompson at \;chelsea@earthencolor.com.
\n \nThe Horn Farm'\;s Bonfire store \;n ow offers white short-sleeve and long-sleeve shirt s with our botanical \;Remembering Our Roo ts design. Order one to be shipped to you and bring it to class for a truly unique dye project!
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\n \nAt registration\, you'\;ll have the option to order up to two items for dyei ng in class. Options include a blank cotton bandan a\, bamboo socks\, and a cotton tote. You are also welcome to reserve one item through registration\ , and bring another of your own. \;
\n \n < p>Add-on orders are available up to two weeks befo re the class\, so make sure to register by Sund ay\, September 13th \;to redeem this optio n. \;\n \nItems purchased at registrat ion will be provided for you on the day of the cla ss.
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\n \nWe'\;ve got you covered! The Horn Farm'\;s Bonfire store now includes white short-sleeve and long-sleeve shirts with our botanical Reme mbering Our Roots design. Purchase one to be shipped to you and bring it to class for your dye project! Every shirt sold supports educational pro grams and regenerative land stewardship at the Hor n Farm.
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\n \nEnvironment: \;This class will take place partially outdoors. Please check the weather in advance and dress accordingly . Be prepared for walking in an exposed meadow env ironment with possible muddy conditions. \;
\n \nArrival: \;Parking takes place in the field above the farmhouse. \;Plan to arrive 10 minutes early so we can be gin each class on time. More details about pa rking will be communicated in a reminder email day s before the program. We'\;ll begin this class by meeting in the farmhouse. \;
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Cost: \;The standard cost for this program is $63/person\, not including add-on dye items. Sliding scale options are available to increase accessibility. Each dye item adds $7 to your registration. \;NOTE \;that the option to purchase items for dyeing in class expires on Sunday\, September 13th .
\n \nCancellation: \ ;All programs are subject to change due to unfores een circumstances including inclement weather. Par ticipants will receive an email in the days preced ing the program for any changes or cancellations.& nbsp\;You can review our current \;Cancellation a nd Refund Policy here. \;
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Growing up in a rural town called Sweet Valley\, just south of Ricketts Glen\ , Andrew spent his life fostering a love for the P A wilds. He attended Muhlenberg College in Allento wn and majored in English Literature and Music Com position while exploring regional ecology\, slow f ood\, composting\, gardening\, and foraging in the spaces between. This eventually led him to the st aff of the Horn Farm Center\, where\, as Community Engagement Coordinator\, he organizes educational opportunities\, coordinates volunteers\, runs soc ial media\, blogs\, and assists with development a nd outreach projects. \;
\n \nAndrew is an avid forager and student of wild spaces\, inte rested in rekindling ways of living on the landsca pe that are place-sourced and mutually nuturing. I n 2023\, he had the privilege of enriching his exp erience by taking the Horn Farm Center'\;s Land Steward Training Program. Beyond the Horn Farm\, Andrew leads a book club for the Lancaster Compost ing Co-Ops\, volunteers as a land steward with the Lancaster Conservancy\, and spends Saturdays sell ing produce at Green Circle Organics in Lancaster Central Market.
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Chelse a Thompson is a textile artist focusing on the use of plant dyes as a way to explore and strengthen a relationship with the natural world. Growing up on a horse farm has lead her to be endlessly inspi red by the slow process and nuances of nature. She has fibers degree from Savannah College of Art an d Design\, where a creative vision was born throug h the project Earthencolor. With the use of botani cal dyes\, \;Earthencolor \;aims to convey a sto ry through bespoke garments\, accessories\, and ho me goods. As a part of an ethos in using natural d yes\, there is a belief that the colors processed from plants are synonymous to a life harmonious wi th the outdoors\; each color yielded is unique in a life and story of its own\, continuous of its fo rmer physical state.
\n \nLearn more about Chelsea'\;s work at \;earthencolor.com. She can a lso be found on Instagram at \;@_earthencolo r_ \;
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DESCRIPTION:\n \n \n \n Goldenrod: of the Solidago genus\, mea ning “to heal” or “to make whole.”\n \n \n Truly a fitting attribution for this diverse\, charismati c\, and resilient plant. With over 100 species nat ionwide\, upwards of 30 goldenrod species call Pen nsylvania home\, filling niches from cool\, shady forests to hot\, sunny meadows. While different sp ecies bloom across the growing season\, most peopl e recognize goldenrod during the transition from s ummer to fall\, when open fields are swept with a giddy shock of golden yellow: a final flush of war m-season splendor fueling pollinators as they prep are for winter. \n \n \n \n Beyond its aethetic be auty and wildlife value\, goldenrod can provide a bounty for people\, too. In this class\, we’ll dig into the many ways that interacting with goldenro d–especially the “weediest” species–can bring heal ing and wholeness to our lives:\n \n \n \n Foragin g & Medicine-Making\n \n \n In the first part of t his class\, we’ll become acquainted with goldenrod as a source of food\, wellbeing\, and ecological understanding. We’ll encounter plants in the field to practice identification\, species differentiat ion\, ethical harvest\, and preparing medicine. In the transition between this portion of class and the second half\, we will enjoy lunch along with f reshly-brewed goldenrod tea. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Botanical Dyeing\n \n \n For the second part of this class\, we’ll be joined by botanical dye art ist Chelsea Thompson of earthencolor (https://www. earthencolor.com/) to transform gathered goldenrod into wearable colors. Chelsea will cover the foun dations of using local blooms to dye natural fiber s. You will get to dye two take-home items in the class using the shibori (tie-dye) and bundle-dying methods. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Yo u’ll leave not just with newly-colored clothes and a brightened appreciation for Solidago\, but with inspiration and skills for incorporating this gen erous plant into your life!\n \n \n \n Program Sch edule:\n \n \n 11am - 1pm | Goldenrod in the field : ID\, ecology\, and foraging\n \n \n \n 1-1:30pm | Lunch Break\n \n \n \n 1:30-4pm | Crafting with goldrenrod: botanical dyes from leaves and flowers \n \n \n \n \n What to Bring\n \n \n \n Refillabl e water bottle\n Packed lunch and snacks as prefe rred\n Pad and pencil for notetaking \n Box\, bu cket\, bag\, or other carrying item for taking hom e dyed fabrics (may still be moist at the end of c lass) \n Optional: Basket for take-home harvest\n Optional: Up to two items to dye in class. See d etails below:\n Basket for take-home harvest (opt ional)\n \n \n In-Class Dye Projects\n \n \n When registering\, you can opt to bring your own dye it em(s) or purchase up to two add-ons that will be o rdered on your behalf. NOTE our September 13th dea dline for ordering dye items. \n \n \n \n I want t o bring my own items to dye\n \n \n \n Instead of ordering dye item(s) at registration\, you may bri ng up to two articles of clothing or cloth suitabl e for natural dyeing. Items must be of a reasonabl e size and lightness\, and composed of natural fib ers (cotton\, linen\, silk\, etc.). If you are uns ure about whether an item is suitable\, you can re ach out to Chelsea Thompson at chelsea@earthencolo r.com (mailto:chelsea@earthencolor.com).\n \n \n \ n \n Examples of items to consider bringing: t-sh irts\, bandanas\, socks\, pillow-cases\, tea towel s\n Examples of items NOT to bring: anything bulk y like jeans or jackets\, sheets\, or anything mad e of synthetic fiber\n \n \n The Horn Farm's Bonfi re store (https://www.bonfire.com/foraging-and-bot anical-dyeing/) now offers white short-sleeve and long-sleeve shirts with our botanical Remembering Our Roots design. Order one to be shipped to you a nd bring it to class for a truly unique dye projec t!\n \n \n \n I want to order items to dye\n \n \n \n At registration\, you'll have the option to or der up to two items for dyeing in class. Options i nclude a blank cotton bandana\, bamboo socks\, and a cotton tote. You are also welcome to reserve on e item through registration\, and bring another of your own. \n \n \n \n Add-on orders are available up to two weeks before the class\, so make sure t o register by Sunday\, September 13th to redeem th is option. \n \n \n \n Items purchased at registra tion will be provided for you on the day of the cl ass.\n \n \n \n I want the coolest dye project out there\n \n \n \n We've got you covered! The Horn Farm's Bonfire store (https://www.bonfire.com/fora ging-and-botanical-dyeing/) now includes white sho rt-sleeve and long-sleeve shirts with our botanica l Remembering Our Roots design. Purchase one to be shipped to you and bring it to class for your dye project! Every shirt sold supports educational pr ograms and regenerative land stewardship at the Ho rn Farm.\n \n \n \n Click here (https://www.bonfir e.com/foraging-and-botanical-dyeing/) to purchase a Remembering Our Roots tee!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Program Notes: \n \n \n Environment : This class will take place partially outdoors. P lease check the weather in advance and dress accor dingly. Be prepared for walking in an exposed mead ow environment with possible muddy conditions. \n \n \n \n Arrival: Parking takes place in the field above the farmhouse. Plan to arrive 10 minutes ea rly so we can begin each class on time. More detai ls about parking will be communicated in a reminde r email days before the program. We'll begin this class by meeting in the farmhouse. \n \n \n \n Aud ience: Children under 12 may attend for free if ac companied by a registering adult. Please note that 1) adults with children are still limited to two dye items\, and 2) this program is primarily desig ned for adult engagement. Attendees between 13 and 17 must be registered separately and accompanied by a registering adult. \n \n \n \n Cost: The stan dard cost for this program is $63/person\, not inc luding add-on dye items. Sliding scale options are available to increase accessibility. Each dye ite m adds $7 to your registration. NOTE that the opti on to purchase items for dyeing in class expires o n Sunday\, September 13th.\n \n \n \n Cancellation : All programs are subject to change due to unfore seen circumstances including inclement weather. Pa rticipants will receive an email in the days prece ding the program for any changes or cancellations. You can review our current Cancellation and Refun d Policy here. \n \n \n \n \n About the Instructor s:\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Andrew Leahy\n \n \n Growin g up in a rural town called Sweet Valley\, just so uth of Ricketts Glen\, Andrew spent his life foste ring a love for the PA wilds. He attended Muhlenbe rg College in Allentown and majored in English Lit erature and Music Composition while exploring regi onal ecology\, slow food\, composting\, gardening\ , and foraging in the spaces between. This eventua lly led him to the staff of the Horn Farm Center\, where\, as Community Engagement Coordinator\, he organizes educational opportunities\, coordinates volunteers\, runs social media\, blogs\, and assis ts with development and outreach projects. \n \n \ n \n Andrew is an avid forager and student of wild spaces\, interested in rekindling ways of living on the landscape that are place-sourced and mutual ly nuturing. In 2023\, he had the privilege of enr iching his experience by taking the Horn Farm Cent er's Land Steward Training Program. Beyond the Hor n Farm\, Andrew leads a book club for the Lancaste r Composting Co-Ops\, volunteers as a land steward with the Lancaster Conservancy\, and spends Satur days selling produce at Green Circle Organics in L ancaster Central Market.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ch elsea Thompson\n \n \n Chelsea Thompson is a texti le artist focusing on the use of plant dyes as a w ay to explore and strengthen a relationship with t he natural world. Growing up on a horse farm has l ead her to be endlessly inspired by the slow proce ss and nuances of nature. She has fibers degree fr om Savannah College of Art and Design\, where a cr eative vision was born through the project Earthen color. With the use of botanical dyes\, Earthencol or (https://www.earthencolor.com/) aims to convey a story through bespoke garments\, accessories\, a nd home goods. As a part of an ethos in using natu ral dyes\, there is a belief that the colors proce ssed from plants are synonymous to a life harmonio us with the outdoors\; each color yielded is uniqu e in a life and story of its own\, continuous of i ts former physical state.\n \n \n \n Learn more ab out Chelsea's work at earthencolor.com (https://ww w.earthencolor.com/). She can also be found on Ins tagram at @_earthencolor_ (https://www.instagram.c om/_earthencolor_/) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n CATEGORIES:Workshop CALSCALE:GREGORIAN DTSTAMP;TZID=America/New_York:20260927T110000 DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260927T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260927T160000 LOCATION:4945 Horn Rd\n York\, PA 17406\n United States\n URL:https://hornfarmcenter.org/civimessages/event/info/?reset=1&id=1376 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:CiviCRM_EventID_1396_b793fddb451c9a035d23ee05cee039c9@hornfarmcenter.org SUMMARY:Riparian Buffer Tree Tending: September 30\, 2026 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:\n \n To learn more about the Horn Farm'\;s riparian buffer plantings and the importance of r iparian areas in PA\, visit our blog series: \ ;For the Whole Stream: Riparian Buffers . \; \; \;
\n \nOn Wednesday\, September 30th \;from 6p m to 7:30pm\, we'\;re seeking volunteers to hel p us tend a 12-acre riparian buffer. Hands on the land \;are critical as we protect wat er and build back biodiversity on retired farmland without the use of herbicides or large machines. Join us to learn about agroforestry\, land restora tion\, and the local watershed while helping ensur e a thriving educational ecosystem for the future.
\n \nDepending on the season\, weather\, a vailable materials\, and number of volunteers\, ea ch ripa rian buffer workday \;entails one or more of the following tasks:
\n \nTo join us for more riparian buffer workdays\, visit \;hornfarmcenter.org/tree-planting/
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PICTUR ED: Live stake rows in the riparian buffer. Live s takes are one element that make the Horn Farm'\ ;s buffer \;multifunctional. While pl ants like willow (Salix spp.)\, dogwood ( Cornus spp.)\, viburnum (Viburnum spp .) and other shrubs support the health of thi s streamside ecosystem\, woody cuttings can be har vested each winter for propagation and planting el sewhere--an activity known as \;live staki ng. \;Bringing agriculture and ecosystem restoration together\, live staking is one example of \;agroforestry. \;
\n \nPl ease wear sturdy\, closed-toe shoes\, dress for th e weather\, and bring your own water bottle (refil ls will be available). We have gloves on hand for those who need them\, though we encourage particip ants to bring their own gloves. All tools will be provided.
\n \nThis workday will require minor physical labor including stooping\, pulling\, shoveling\, and spending time outside in potentially rainy\, h ot\, or cold conditions. Be prepared for walking o n uneven\, possibly muddy terrain.
\n \nPlease read our \;< a href="https://hornfarmcenter.org/wp-content/plug ins/files/civicrm/persist/contribute/files/Volunte r%20Waiver%20_%20Release%20Form%202022.pdf" rel="n oreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Volunteer Waiv er and Release Form \;before your arrival. You will be prompted to acknowledge receipt of th is form when you register for the workday. \;Y ou can reach us at \;education@hornfarmcenter.org< /a> \;with any questions or concerns.
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DESCRIPTION:\n \n \n \n \n To learn more about the Horn Farm's riparian buffer plantings and the importance of r iparian areas in PA\, visit our blog series: For t he Whole Stream: Riparian Buffers (https://hornfar mcenter.org/for-the-whole-stream-1/). \n \n \n \ n On Wednesday\, September 30th from 6pm to 7:30pm \, we're seeking volunteers to help us tend a 12-a cre riparian buffer. Hands on the land are critica l as we protect water and build back biodiversity on retired farmland without the use of herbicides or large machines. Join us to learn about agrofore stry\, land restoration\, and the local watershed while helping ensure a thriving educational ecosys tem for the future.\n \n \n \n Depending on the se ason\, weather\, available materials\, and number of volunteers\, each riparian buffer workday (http ://hornfarmcenter.org/tree-planting/) entails one or more of the following tasks:\n \n \n \n \n Mon itoring current plantings by checking and adjustin g tree tubes\, tracking mortality\, and hand-clear ing overgrowth.\n Preparing beds for new live sta ke plantings by aerating soil and spreading leaf m ulch.\n Removing encroaching species to clear spa ce for young trees.\n \n \n To join us for more ri parian buffer workdays\, visit hornfarmcenter.org/ tree-planting/ (https://hornfarmcenter.org/tree-pl anting/)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n PICTURED: Live sta ke rows in the riparian buffer. Live stakes are on e element that make the Horn Farm's buffer multifu nctional. While plants like willow (Salix spp.)\, dogwood (Cornus spp.)\, viburnum (Viburnum spp.) a nd other shrubs support the health of this streams ide ecosystem\, woody cuttings can be harvested ea ch winter for propagation and planting elsewhere-- an activity known as live staking. Bringing agricu lture and ecosystem restoration together\, live st aking is one example of agroforestry. \n \n \n \n \n What to bring:\n \n \n Please wear sturdy\, clo sed-toe shoes\, dress for the weather\, and bring your own water bottle (refills will be available). We have gloves on hand for those who need them\, though we encourage participants to bring their ow n gloves. All tools will be provided.\n \n \n \n P hysical Activity Note:\n \n \n This workday will r equire minor physical labor including stooping\, p ulling\, shoveling\, and spending time outside in potentially rainy\, hot\, or cold conditions. Be p repared for walking on uneven\, possibly muddy ter rain.\n \n \n \n All Volunteers:\n \n \n Please re ad our Volunteer Waiver and Release Form (https:// hornfarmcenter.org/wp-content/plugins/files/civicr m/persist/contribute/files/Volunter%20Waiver%20_%2 0Release%20Form%202022.pdf) before your arrival. Y ou will be prompted to acknowledge receipt of this form when you register for the workday. You can r each us at education@hornfarmcenter.org (mailto:ed ucation@hornfarmcenter.org) with any questions or concerns.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity CALSCALE:GREGORIAN DTSTAMP;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T180000 DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T193000 LOCATION:4945 Horn Road\n York\, PA 17406\n United States\n URL:https://hornfarmcenter.org/civimessages/event/info/?reset=1&id=1396 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:CiviCRM_EventID_1399_b793fddb451c9a035d23ee05cee039c9@hornfarmcenter.org SUMMARY:Hazelnut Harvest: October 3\, 2026 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
\n \n Thes e hazelnuts bring ecological benefits while preser ving agricultural value on the land. Naturally fou nd in wetlands and along streams\, they'\;re a key crop in the Horn Farm'\;s multif unctional riparian buffer\, where they help st ablize soil\, absorb excess water\, and provide ha bitat for beneficial insects and birds. While smal ler than the widely-grown European hazelnut (C orylus avellana--the nut behind Nutella)\, Am erican hazelnuts are blight-resistant and better a dapted to our region'\;s frigid winters. The Ho rn Farm is currently collaborating with the Keystone Tree Crops Coopera tive to explore American hazelnut'\;s poten tial as a value-added nut product\, like cooking o il and gluten-free flour. \;
\n \nOn Saturday\, October 3rd from 10am to 12pm\, we'\;re seeking volunteers to help us h
arvest \; American hazelnuts. Depending on the
number of volunteers and progress from previous w
orkdays\, tasks may include:
Join us to learn about agroforestry\, land r estoration\, and the local watershed while helping us ensure a thriving educational ecosystem at the Horn Farm. \;
\n \nTo join us for more volunteer workdays\, visit hornfarmcenter.org/volun teer/
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PICTURED: American hazelnu t cracking demo at a community event. Individual A merican hazelnuts are smaller than they'\;re Eu ropean cousins\, but their taste is essentially th e same. Fresh nuts cannot be eaten directly from t he tree\; they need to be cracked to remove the ha rd outer shell and retrieve the tender\, edible nu tmeat inside. \;
\n \nPlease wear sturdy\, closed-toe shoes\, dress for the weather\, and bri ng your own water bottle (refills will be availabl e). We have gloves on hand for those who want them . All tools will be provided.
\n \nThis workday will re quire minor physical labor including stooping\, ca rrying five-gallon buckets\, and using manual hand pruners in potentially rainy\, hot\, or cold cond itions. Be prepared for walking on uneven\, possib ly muddy terrain.
\n \nPlease read our \;Volunteer Waiver and Release Fo rm \;before your arrival. You will be prom pted to acknowledge receipt of this form when you register for the workday. \;You can reach us a t \;education@hornfarmcenter.org \;with an y questions or concerns.
\n \nPICTURED: Unripe American hazelnuts (Cory
lus americana) in July.
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DESCRIPTION:\n \n \n \n \n The Horn Farm has planted hundreds of American hazelnuts (Corylus americana) to demon strate agroforestry for our community. \n \n \n Th ese hazelnuts bring ecological benefits while pres erving agricultural value on the land. Naturally f ound in wetlands and along streams\, they're a key crop in the Horn Farm's multifunctional riparian buffer (https://hornfarmcenter.org/for-the-whole-s tream-1/)\, where they help stablize soil\, absorb excess water\, and provide habitat for beneficial insects and birds. While smaller than the widely- grown European hazelnut (Corylus avellana--the nut behind Nutella)\, American hazelnuts are blight-r esistant and better adapted to our region's frigid winters. The Horn Farm is currently collaborating with the Keystone Tree Crops Cooperative (https:/ /ktcc.coop/) to explore American hazelnut's potent ial as a value-added nut product\, like cooking oi l and gluten-free flour. \n \n \n \n On Saturday\, October 3rd from 10am to 12pm\, we're seeking vol unteers to help us harvest American hazelnuts. De pending on the number of volunteers and progress f rom previous workdays\, tasks may include:\n \n \n \n \n Gathering ripe hazelnut clusters in bucket s.\n Separating nuts from dried outer husks. \n Removing encroaching plants to add space to the gr owing beds. \n \n \n Join us to learn about agrofo restry\, land restoration\, and the local watershe d while helping us ensure a thriving educational e cosystem at the Horn Farm. \n \n \n \n To join us for more volunteer workdays\, visit hornfarmcenter .org/volunteer/ (https://hornfarmcenter.org/volunt eer/)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n PICTURED: American ha zelnut cracking demo at a community event. Individ ual American hazelnuts are smaller than they're Eu ropean cousins\, but their taste is essentially th e same. Fresh nuts cannot be eaten directly from t he tree\; they need to be cracked to remove the ha rd outer shell and retrieve the tender\, edible nu tmeat inside. \n \n \n \n \n What to bring:\n \n \ n Please wear sturdy\, closed-toe shoes\, dress fo r the weather\, and bring your own water bottle (r efills will be available). We have gloves on hand for those who want them. All tools will be provide d.\n \n \n \n Physical Activity Note:\n \n \n This workday will require minor physical labor includi ng stooping\, carrying five-gallon buckets\, and u sing manual hand pruners in potentially rainy\, ho t\, or cold conditions. Be prepared for walking on uneven\, possibly muddy terrain.\n \n \n \n All V olunteers:\n \n \n Please read our Volunteer Waive r and Release Form (https://hornfarmcenter.org/wp- content/plugins/files/civicrm/persist/contribute/f iles/Volunter%20Waiver%20_%20Release%20Form%202022 .pdf) before your arrival. You will be prompted to acknowledge receipt of this form when you registe r for the workday. You can reach us at education@h ornfarmcenter.org (mailto:education@hornfarmcenter .org) with any questions or concerns.\n \n \n \n \ n \n \n \n PICTURED: Unripe American hazelnuts (Co rylus americana) in July.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity CALSCALE:GREGORIAN DTSTAMP;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T100000 DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T120000 LOCATION:4945 Horn Road\n York\, PA 17406\n United States\n URL:https://hornfarmcenter.org/civimessages/event/info/?reset=1&id=1399 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:CiviCRM_EventID_1348_b793fddb451c9a035d23ee05cee039c9@hornfarmcenter.org SUMMARY:Teas & Trees: Early Fall Foraging Walk X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
\n \n Lingering frui ts and calorie-rich nuts share the landscape with medicinal flowers\, roots\, and bark\, all offerin g important sustenance for the impending winter. A s the days darken and summer winds down\, it'\; s a time to cherish the final cadence of the growi ng season\; for land-based people\, it'\;s also a serious time\, busy with gathering\, curing\, p rocessing\, preserving\, and ensuring enough provi sions for the lean season. There is no shortage of foods\, medicines\, and other gifts from the land to gather humbly and gratefully at this time.&nbs p\;
\n \nWhether you are interested in wild
foods\, local plants and ecology\, or alternative
uses for plants through wildcrafting and medicine
\, you'\;re invited to join our \;E
arly Fall Forging Walk\, taking place&nbs
p\;Sunday\, October 4th from
Along the w ay\, we will spend time paying tribute to our long shared history with plants\, looking beyond the q uestion of "\;what can I eat?"\; on the la ndscape. We will also emphasize ethical foraging a nd ways of giving back to the land from which we&r squo\;re taking&ndash\;reinforcing how thinking li ke an ecosystem should guide the practice of gathe ring wild foods.
\n \nBeginners and exp erienced foragers are welcome. \;
\n \ nThis class will take place outdoo rs\, rain or shine\, along walkin g trails in meadow and woodland ecosystems at the Horn Farm. Please check the weather in advance and dress accordingly.
\n \nThis program wi ll involve walking on uneven\, hilly terrain. Be p repared for varied and potentially muddy or snowy conditions. Walking pace is leisurely with frequen t stops for discussion. \;
\n \nParking takes place in the field above the farmhouse. \;Plan to arriv e 10 minutes early so we can begin the class on ti me. More details about parking will be commun icated in a reminder email days before the program . \;
\n \nThe standard cost for this program is $25/perso n. Sliding scale options are available to support accessibility.
\n \nService animals\, active and i n-training\, are permitted. All other animals and pets must remain at home. The Horn Farm is a worki ng farm with sensitive restoration areas\, so we o nly allow animals in cases of medical need. \;
\n \nAl
l programs are subject to change due to unforeseen
circumstances including inclement weather. Partic
ipants will receive an email in the days preceding
the program for any changes or cancellations.
Jonathan Darby is a wild foods enthusiast and educator\, avid gardener\, former f armer\, and has served the Horn Farm Center in var ying capacities for over 15 years. He currently se rves as Farm and Agroforestry Manager. Jonathan re ceived his Permaculture Design Certification in 20 11 from Susquehanna Permaculture and in 2014 compl eted his Permaculture Teacher Training through Dyn amic Ecological Design. He is married with 2 kids and 3 cats.
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DESCRIPTION:\n \n \n \n \n Since the earliest days of our huma n story\, people living in temperate bioregions ha ve looked to fall as a time of harvest.\n \n \n Li ngering fruits and calorie-rich nuts share the lan dscape with medicinal flowers\, roots\, and bark\, all offering important sustenance for the impendi ng winter. As the days darken and summer winds dow n\, it's a time to cherish the final cadence of th e growing season\; for land-based people\, it's al so a serious time\, busy with gathering\, curing\, processing\, preserving\, and ensuring enough pro visions for the lean season. There is no shortage of foods\, medicines\, and other gifts from the la nd to gather humbly and gratefully at this time. \ n \n \n \n Whether you are interested in wild food s\, local plants and ecology\, or alternative uses for plants through wildcrafting and medicine\, yo u're invited to join our Early Fall Forging Walk\, taking place Sunday\, October 4th from 10am to 12 pm.\n \n \n \n Along the way\, we will spend time paying tribute to our long shared history with pla nts\, looking beyond the question of "what can I e at?" on the landscape. We will also emphasize ethi cal foraging and ways of giving back to the land f rom which we’re taking–reinforcing how thinking li ke an ecosystem should guide the practice of gathe ring wild foods.\n \n \n \n Beginners and experien ced foragers are welcome. \n \n \n \n \n Program N otes:\n \n \n Environment: \n \n \n This class wil l take place outdoors\, rain or shine\, along walk ing trails in meadow and woodland ecosystems at th e Horn Farm. Please check the weather in advance a nd dress accordingly.\n \n \n \n Accessibility: \n \n \n This program will involve walking on uneven \, hilly terrain. Be prepared for varied and poten tially muddy or snowy conditions. Walking pace is leisurely with frequent stops for discussion. \n \ n \n \n Arrival: \n \n \n Parking takes place in t he field above the farmhouse. Plan to arrive 10 mi nutes early so we can begin the class on time. Mor e details about parking will be communicated in a reminder email days before the program. \n \n \n \ n Audience: \n \n \n While this class is suited fo r adult learning\, children are welcome and encour aged to attend. Any child above 13 must be registe red separately. Children 12 and younger may attend without charge\, but must be accompanied by a reg istering adult.\n \n \n \n Cost: \n \n \n The stan dard cost for this program is $25/person. Sliding scale options are available to support accessibili ty.\n \n \n \n Pets & Service Animals:\n \n \n Ser vice animals\, active and in-training\, are permit ted. All other animals and pets must remain at hom e. The Horn Farm is a working farm with sensitive restoration areas\, so we only allow animals in ca ses of medical need. \n \n \n \n Cancellation: \n \n \n All programs are subject to change due to un foreseen circumstances including inclement weather . Participants will receive an email in the days p receding the program for any changes or cancellati ons. You can review our current Cancellation and R efund Policy here. \n \n \n \n \n About the Instru ctor: Jon Darby\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jonathan Darby is a wild foods enthusiast and educator\, avid ga rdener\, former farmer\, and has served the Horn F arm Center in varying capacities for over 15 years . He currently serves as Farm and Agroforestry Man ager. Jonathan received his Permaculture Design Ce rtification in 2011 from Susquehanna Permaculture and in 2014 completed his Permaculture Teacher Tra ining through Dynamic Ecological Design. He is mar ried with 2 kids and 3 cats.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n CATEGORIES:Workshop CALSCALE:GREGORIAN DTSTAMP;TZID=America/New_York:20261004T100000 DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261004T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261004T120000 LOCATION:4945 Horn Rd\n York\, PA 17406\n United States\n URL:https://hornfarmcenter.org/civimessages/event/info/?reset=1&id=1348 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:CiviCRM_EventID_1401_b793fddb451c9a035d23ee05cee039c9@hornfarmcenter.org SUMMARY:Hazelnut Harvest: October 10\, 2026 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:\n \n Thes e hazelnuts bring ecological benefits while preser ving agricultural value on the land. Naturally fou nd in wetlands and along streams\, they'\;re a key crop in the Horn Farm'\;s multif unctional riparian buffer\, where they help st ablize soil\, absorb excess water\, and provide ha bitat for beneficial insects and birds. While smal ler than the widely-grown European hazelnut (C orylus avellana--the nut behind Nutella)\, Am erican hazelnuts are blight-resistant and better a dapted to our region'\;s frigid winters. The Ho rn Farm is currently collaborating with the Keystone Tree Crops Coopera tive to explore American hazelnut'\;s poten tial as a value-added nut product\, like cooking o il and gluten-free flour. \;
\n \nOn Saturday\, October 10th from 10am to 12pm\, we'\;re seeking volunteers to help us
harvest \; American hazelnuts. Depending on th
e number of volunteers and progress from previous
workdays\, tasks may include:
Join us to learn about agroforestry\, land restoration\, and the local watershed while helpin g us ensure a thriving educational ecosystem at th e Horn Farm. \;
\n \nTo join us for mor e volunteer workdays\, visit hornfarmcenter.org/volu nteer/
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PICTURED: American hazeln ut cracking demo at a community event. Individual American hazelnuts are smaller than they'\;re E uropean cousins\, but their taste is essentially t he same. Fresh nuts cannot be eaten directly from the tree\; they need to be cracked to remove the h ard outer shell and retrieve the tender\, edible n utmeat inside. \;
\n \nPlease wear sturdy\, closed-toe shoes\, dress for the weather\, and br ing your own water bottle (refills will be availab le). We have gloves on hand for those who want the m. All tools will be provided.
\n \nThis workday will r equire minor physical labor including stooping\, c arrying five-gallon buckets\, and using manual han d pruners in potentially rainy\, hot\, or cold con ditions. Be prepared for walking on uneven\, possi bly muddy terrain.
\n \nPlease read our \;Volunteer Waiver and Release F orm \;before your arrival. You will be pro mpted to acknowledge receipt of this form when you register for the workday. \;You can reach us at \;education@hornfarmcenter.org \;with a ny questions or concerns.
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< small>PICTURED: Unripe American hazelnuts (Cor ylus americana) in July.
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DESCRIPTION:\n \n \n \n \n The Horn Farm has planted hundreds of American hazelnuts (Corylus americana) to demon strate agroforestry for our community. \n \n \n Th ese hazelnuts bring ecological benefits while pres erving agricultural value on the land. Naturally f ound in wetlands and along streams\, they're a key crop in the Horn Farm's multifunctional riparian buffer (https://hornfarmcenter.org/for-the-whole-s tream-1/)\, where they help stablize soil\, absorb excess water\, and provide habitat for beneficial insects and birds. While smaller than the widely- grown European hazelnut (Corylus avellana--the nut behind Nutella)\, American hazelnuts are blight-r esistant and better adapted to our region's frigid winters. The Horn Farm is currently collaborating with the Keystone Tree Crops Cooperative (https:/ /ktcc.coop/) to explore American hazelnut's potent ial as a value-added nut product\, like cooking oi l and gluten-free flour. \n \n \n \n On Saturday\, October 10th from 10am to 12pm\, we're seeking vo lunteers to help us harvest American hazelnuts. D epending on the number of volunteers and progress from previous workdays\, tasks may include:\n \n \ n \n \n Gathering ripe hazelnut clusters in bucke ts.\n Separating nuts from dried outer husks. \n Removing encroaching plants to add space to the g rowing beds. \n \n \n Join us to learn about agrof orestry\, land restoration\, and the local watersh ed while helping us ensure a thriving educational ecosystem at the Horn Farm. \n \n \n \n To join us for more volunteer workdays\, visit hornfarmcente r.org/volunteer/ (https://hornfarmcenter.org/volun teer/)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n PICTURED: American h azelnut cracking demo at a community event. Indivi dual American hazelnuts are smaller than they're E uropean cousins\, but their taste is essentially t he same. Fresh nuts cannot be eaten directly from the tree\; they need to be cracked to remove the h ard outer shell and retrieve the tender\, edible n utmeat inside. \n \n \n \n \n What to bring:\n \n \n Please wear sturdy\, closed-toe shoes\, dress f or the weather\, and bring your own water bottle ( refills will be available). We have gloves on hand for those who want them. All tools will be provid ed.\n \n \n \n Physical Activity Note:\n \n \n Thi s workday will require minor physical labor includ ing stooping\, carrying five-gallon buckets\, and using manual hand pruners in potentially rainy\, h ot\, or cold conditions. Be prepared for walking o n uneven\, possibly muddy terrain.\n \n \n \n All Volunteers:\n \n \n Please read our Volunteer Waiv er and Release Form (https://hornfarmcenter.org/wp -content/plugins/files/civicrm/persist/contribute/ files/Volunter%20Waiver%20_%20Release%20Form%20202 2.pdf) before your arrival. You will be prompted t o acknowledge receipt of this form when you regist er for the workday. You can reach us at education@ hornfarmcenter.org (mailto:education@hornfarmcente r.org) with any questions or concerns.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n PICTURED: Unripe American hazelnuts (C orylus americana) in July.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity CALSCALE:GREGORIAN DTSTAMP;TZID=America/New_York:20261010T100000 DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261010T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261010T120000 LOCATION:4945 Horn Road\n York\, PA 17406\n United States\n URL:https://hornfarmcenter.org/civimessages/event/info/?reset=1&id=1401 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:CiviCRM_EventID_1377_b793fddb451c9a035d23ee05cee039c9@hornfarmcenter.org SUMMARY:Black Walnut: Foraging & Botanical Dyeing X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
\n \n Juglans nigra&ndash\;a wild American rela tive of the cultivated English walnut (Juglans regia)&ndash\;tends to grow in peopled lands capes: river valleys\, forest edges\, and the frin ges of suburban development. \;
\n \nBl ack walnuts earn most of their attention each fall \, when prolific trees litter the ground with bulb ous green fruits that decay to black. Between roll ed ankles\, stained sidewalks\, and overstated cla ims of black walnut'\;s toxicity to other plant s\, many people relegate the tree to the margin. B ut for foragers\, locavores\, and wildcrafters\, b lack walnuts are an untapped\, versatile resource inviting us to connect with seasonal rhythms\, tas tes\, and colors.
\n \nThis class will recl aim a well-rounded appreciation for the black waln ut tree as a source of food and natural dye. While honoring the tree&rsquo\;s ecology and history\, we&rsquo\;ll spend the day learning how to process its fruits for winter calories\, durable crafts\, and more.
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We&rsquo\;ll hike to the H orn Farm&rsquo\;s woodlands for the first portion of this class\, where we&rsquo\;ll identify black walnut\, demystify its ecological and cultural sto ries\, and collect freshly-fallen fruits to proces s into nuts.
\n \nStudents will engage hand s-on with the process of collecting\, hulling\, an d preparing walnuts for curing: a multi-week dryin g process before cracking and enjoying. We&rsquo\; ll also discuss and demonstrate cracking nuts\, us ing nuts culinarily\, and other creative adaptatio ns of the black walnut tree&rsquo\;s offerings.&nb sp\;
\n \nHarvest allowing\, students may l eave with a small quantity of washed nuts primed f or curing at home. \;
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For the second portion of th is class\, we&rsquo\;ll learn how to transform the hulls of black walnut fruits into wearable colors .
\n \nBotanical dye artist Chelsea Thompso n of earth encolor will walk us through the process of ex tracting rich\, durable pigments from black walnut s using two methods--shibori and bundle dyeing. Ea ch student will get to take home two items dyed in class. \;
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Black walnut dye swatches . Image provided by Chelsea Thompson. \;< /small>
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11am - 12:1 5pm | Black walnut in the field: ecol ogy &\; foraging \;
\n \n1-1:30pm | Lunch break
1:30-4pm | Crafting
with black walnut: \;botanical dyes\n \n When registering\, you can opt to bring your own
dye item(s) or purchase up to two add-ons that wil
l be ordered on your behalf. \;NOTE&n
bsp\;our September 26th deadline for ordering dye
items. \; I want to bring
my own items to dye Instead o
f ordering dye item(s) at registration\, you may b
ring up to two articles of clothing or clot
h suitable for natural dyeing. Items must be of a
reasonable size and lightness\, and composed of na
tural fibers (cotton\, linen\, silk\, etc.). If yo
u are unsure about whether an item is suitable\, y
ou can reach out to \;Chelsea Thompson at
\;chelse
a@earthencolor.com. The Horn Farm'\;
s Bonfire store \;now offers white short-s
leeve and long-sleeve shirts with our botanical&nb
sp\;Remembering Our Roots design. Order o
ne to be shipped to you and bring it to class for
a truly unique dye project! I
want to order items to dye At
registration\, you'\;ll have the option to ord
er up to two items for dyeing in class. Options in
clude a blank cotton bandana\, bamboo socks\, and
a cotton tote. You are also welcome to reserve one
item through registration\, and bring another of
your own. \; Add-on orders are ava
ilable up to two weeks before the class\, so make
sure to register by Saturday\, September 26th \;to redeem this option. \; Items purchased at registration will be provided
for you on the day of the class. \;
\n What to Bring
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\n \n In-Class Dye Projects
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Black walnuts with lightly dyed fabric. I
mage provided by Chelsea Thompson.
Environment: \;This clas s will take place primarily outdoors. Please check the weather in advance and dress accordingly. Be prepared for hiking up hilly terrain and spending time in the woods\, both on- and off-trail. \;
\n \nArrival: \;Parki ng takes place in the field above the farmhouse.&n bsp\;Plan to arrive 10 minutes early so we can begin each class on time. More details about parking will be communicated in a reminder email days before the program. We'\;ll begin this cla ss by meeting in the farmhouse. \;
\n \nAudience: \;Children under 1 2 may attend for free if accompanied by a register ing adult. Please note that 1) adults with childre n are still limited to two dye items\, and 2) this program is primarily designed for adult engagemen t. Attendees between 13 and 17 must be registered separately and accompanied by a registering adult. \;
\n \nCost: \;T he standard cost for this program is $63/person\, not including add-on dye items. Sliding scale opti ons are available to increase accessibility. Each dye item adds $7 to your registration. \;N OTE \;that the option to purchase items f or dyeing in class expires on Saturday\, September 26th.
\n \nCancellation:& nbsp\;All programs are subject to change due to un foreseen circumstances including inclement weather . Participants will receive an email in the days p receding the program for any changes or cancellati ons. \;You can review our current \;Cancellat ion and Refund Policy here.
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Growing up in a rural town ca lled Sweet Valley\, just south of Ricketts Glen\, Andrew spent his life fostering a love for the PA wilds. He attended Muhlenberg College in Allentown and majored in English Literature and Music Compo sition while exploring regional ecology\, slow foo d\, composting\, gardening\, and foraging in the s paces between. This eventually led him to the staf f of the Horn Farm Center\, where\, as Community E ngagement Coordinator\, he organizes educational o pportunities\, coordinates volunteers\, runs socia l media\, blogs\, and assists with development and outreach projects. \;
\n \nAndrew is a n avid forager and student of wild spaces\, intere sted in rekindling ways of living on the landscape that are place-sourced and mutually nuturing. In 2023\, he had the privilege of enriching his exper ience by taking the Horn Farm Center'\;s Land S teward Training Program. Beyond the Horn Farm\, An drew leads a book club for the Lancaster Compostin g Co-Ops\, volunteers as a land steward with the L ancaster Conservancy\, and spends Saturdays sellin g produce at Green Circle Organics in Lancaster Ce ntral Market.
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Chelsea Thompson is a textile artist focusing on the use o f plant dyes as a way to explore and strengthen a relationship with the natural world. Growing up on a horse farm has lead her to be endlessly inspire d by the slow process and nuances of nature. She h as fibers degree from Savannah College of Art and Design\, where a creative vision was born through the project Earthencolor. With the use of botanica l dyes\, \;Earthencolor \;aims to convey a story through bespoke garments\, accessories\, and home goods. As a part of an ethos in using natural dye s\, there is a belief that the colors processed fr om plants are synonymous to a life harmonious with the outdoors\; each color yielded is unique in a life and story of its own\, continuous of its form er physical state.
\n \nLearn more about Ch elsea'\;s work at \;earthencolor.com. She can als o be found on Instagram at \;@_earthencolor_ \;
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DESCRIPTION:\n \n \n \n To find a black walnut tree in the mid -Atlantic region\, you don’t need to go very far.\ n \n \n Juglans nigra–a wild American relative of the cultivated English walnut (Juglans regia)–tend s to grow in peopled landscapes: river valleys\, f orest edges\, and the fringes of suburban developm ent. \n \n \n \n Black walnuts earn most of their attention each fall\, when prolific trees litter t he ground with bulbous green fruits that decay to black. Between rolled ankles\, stained sidewalks\, and overstated claims of black walnut's toxicity to other plants\, many people relegate the tree to the margin. But for foragers\, locavores\, and wi ldcrafters\, black walnuts are an untapped\, versa tile resource inviting us to connect with seasonal rhythms\, tastes\, and colors.\n \n \n \n This cl ass will reclaim a well-rounded appreciation for t he black walnut tree as a source of food and natur al dye. While honoring the tree’s ecology and hist ory\, we’ll spend the day learning how to process its fruits for winter calories\, durable crafts\, and more.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Foraging & Ecolog y\n \n \n We’ll hike to the Horn Farm’s woodlands for the first portion of this class\, where we’ll identify black walnut\, demystify its ecological a nd cultural stories\, and collect freshly-fallen f ruits to process into nuts.\n \n \n \n Students wi ll engage hands-on with the process of collecting\ , hulling\, and preparing walnuts for curing: a mu lti-week drying process before cracking and enjoyi ng. We’ll also discuss and demonstrate cracking nu ts\, using nuts culinarily\, and other creative ad aptations of the black walnut tree’s offerings. \n \n \n \n Harvest allowing\, students may leave wi th a small quantity of washed nuts primed for curi ng at home. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Botanical Dyei ng\n \n \n For the second portion of this class\, we’ll learn how to transform the hulls of black wa lnut fruits into wearable colors.\n \n \n \n Botan ical dye artist Chelsea Thompson of earthencolor ( https://www.earthencolor.com/) will walk us throug h the process of extracting rich\, durable pigment s from black walnuts using two methods--shibori an d bundle dyeing. Each student will get to take hom e two items dyed in class. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Black walnut dye swatches. Image provided by Chel sea Thompson. \n \n \n \n By the end of the day\, you may just be a little more “nuts” for the gener ous\, charismatic black walnut tree! \n \n \n \n \ n \n \n \n Program Schedule:\n \n \n 11am - 12:15p m | Black walnut in the field: ecology & foraging \n \n \n \n 12:15-1pm | Black walnut processing an d tasting (supply allowing) \n \n \n \n 1-1:30pm | Lunch break\n \n \n \n 1:30-4pm | Crafting with b lack walnut: botanical dyes\n \n \n \n \n What to Bring\n \n \n \n Refillable water bottle\n Packe d lunch and snacks as preferred\n Pad and pencil for notetaking.\n Box\, bucket\, bag\, or other c arrying item for taking home dyed fabrics (may sti ll be moist at the end of class) \n Optional: bag or basket for take-home harvest (supply allowing) \n Optional: Up to two items to dye in class. Se e details below: \n \n \n In-Class Dye Projects\n \n \n When registering\, you can opt to bring your own dye item(s) or purchase up to two add-ons tha t will be ordered on your behalf. NOTE our Septemb er 26th deadline for ordering dye items. \n \n \n \n I want to bring my own items to dye\n \n \n \n Instead of ordering dye item(s) at registration\, you may bring up to two articles of clothing or cl oth suitable for natural dyeing. Items must be of a reasonable size and lightness\, and composed of natural fibers (cotton\, linen\, silk\, etc.). If you are unsure about whether an item is suitable\, you can reach out to Chelsea Thompson at chelsea@ earthencolor.com (mailto:chelsea@earthencolor.com) .\n \n \n \n \n Examples of items to consider bri nging: t-shirts\, bandanas\, socks\, pillow-cases\ , tea towels\n Examples of items NOT to bring: an ything bulky like jeans or jackets\, sheets\, or a nything made of synthetic fiber\n \n \n The Horn F arm's Bonfire store (https://www.bonfire.com/forag ing-and-botanical-dyeing/) now offers white short- sleeve and long-sleeve shirts with our botanical R emembering Our Roots design. Order one to be shipp ed to you and bring it to class for a truly unique dye project!\n \n \n \n I want to order items to dye\n \n \n \n At registration\, you'll have the o ption to order up to two items for dyeing in class . Options include a blank cotton bandana\, bamboo socks\, and a cotton tote. You are also welcome to reserve one item through registration\, and bring another of your own. \n \n \n \n Add-on orders ar e available up to two weeks before the class\, so make sure to register by Saturday\, September 26th to redeem this option. \n \n \n \n Items purchase d at registration will be provided for you on the day of the class. \n \n \n \n I want the coolest d ye project out there\n \n \n \n We've got you cove red! The Horn Farm's Bonfire store (https://www.bo nfire.com/foraging-and-botanical-dyeing/) now incl udes white short-sleeve and long-sleeve shirts wit h our botanical Remembering Our Roots design. Purc hase one to be shipped to you and bring it to clas s for your dye project! Every shirt sold supports educational programs and regenerative land steward ship at the Horn Farm.\n \n \n \n Click here (http s://www.bonfire.com/foraging-and-botanical-dyeing/ ) to purchase a Remembering Our Roots tee!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Black walnut s with lightly dyed fabric. Image provided by Chel sea Thompson.\n \n \n \n \n Program Notes: \n \n \ n Environment: This class will take place primaril y outdoors. Please check the weather in advance an d dress accordingly. Be prepared for hiking up hil ly terrain and spending time in the woods\, both o n- and off-trail. \n \n \n \n Arrival: Parking tak es place in the field above the farmhouse. Plan to arrive 10 minutes early so we can begin each clas s on time. More details about parking will be comm unicated in a reminder email days before the progr am. We'll begin this class by meeting in the farmh ouse. \n \n \n \n Audience: Children under 12 may attend for free if accompanied by a registering ad ult. Please note that 1) adults with children are still limited to two dye items\, and 2) this progr am is primarily designed for adult engagement. Att endees between 13 and 17 must be registered separa tely and accompanied by a registering adult. \n \n \n \n Cost: The standard cost for this program is $63/person\, not including add-on dye items. Slid ing scale options are available to increase access ibility. Each dye item adds $7 to your registratio n. NOTE that the option to purchase items for dyei ng in class expires on Saturday\, September 26th.\ n \n \n \n Cancellation: All programs are subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances includin g inclement weather. Participants will receive an email in the days preceding the program for any ch anges or cancellations. You can review our current Cancellation and Refund Policy here.\n \n \n \n \ n About the Instructors:\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Andre w Leahy\n \n \n Growing up in a rural town called Sweet Valley\, just south of Ricketts Glen\, Andre w spent his life fostering a love for the PA wilds . He attended Muhlenberg College in Allentown and majored in English Literature and Music Compositio n while exploring regional ecology\, slow food\, c omposting\, gardening\, and foraging in the spaces between. This eventually led him to the staff of the Horn Farm Center\, where\, as Community Engage ment Coordinator\, he organizes educational opport unities\, coordinates volunteers\, runs social med ia\, blogs\, and assists with development and outr each projects. \n \n \n \n Andrew is an avid forag er and student of wild spaces\, interested in reki ndling ways of living on the landscape that are pl ace-sourced and mutually nuturing. In 2023\, he ha d the privilege of enriching his experience by tak ing the Horn Farm Center's Land Steward Training P rogram. Beyond the Horn Farm\, Andrew leads a book club for the Lancaster Composting Co-Ops\, volunt eers as a land steward with the Lancaster Conserva ncy\, and spends Saturdays selling produce at Gree n Circle Organics in Lancaster Central Market.\n \ n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chelsea Thompson\n \n \n Chels ea Thompson is a textile artist focusing on the us e of plant dyes as a way to explore and strengthen a relationship with the natural world. Growing up on a horse farm has lead her to be endlessly insp ired by the slow process and nuances of nature. Sh e has fibers degree from Savannah College of Art a nd Design\, where a creative vision was born throu gh the project Earthencolor. With the use of botan ical dyes\, Earthencolor (https://www.earthencolor .com/) aims to convey a story through bespoke garm ents\, accessories\, and home goods. As a part of an ethos in using natural dyes\, there is a belief that the colors processed from plants are synonym ous to a life harmonious with the outdoors\; each color yielded is unique in a life and story of its own\, continuous of its former physical state.\n \n \n \n Learn more about Chelsea's work at earthe ncolor.com (https://www.earthencolor.com/). She ca n also be found on Instagram at @_earthencolor_ (h ttps://www.instagram.com/_earthencolor_/) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n CATEGORIES:Workshop CALSCALE:GREGORIAN DTSTAMP;TZID=America/New_York:20261010T110000 DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261010T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261010T160000 LOCATION:4945 Horn Rd\n York\, PA 17406\n United States\n URL:https://hornfarmcenter.org/civimessages/event/info/?reset=1&id=1377 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:CiviCRM_EventID_1357_b793fddb451c9a035d23ee05cee039c9@hornfarmcenter.org SUMMARY:Critter Crawl: Salamanders X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join us at Horn F arm for an adventure into herpetology -the scienti fic study of reptiles and amphibians. Venture into the woods as we go "\;herping"\; - an exc iting outdoor exploration to sight these scaly and slimy creatures. You'\;ll be turning over fall en logs\, looking under rocks\, and sticking your hands in the mud to uncover some of nature'\;s most fascinating creatures. \;In the fall\, Ea stern redback and marbled salamanders come out to breed in the fall\, so we may also glimpse them ar ound the farm during our crawl! \;
\n \nClass will begin with a short presentation on saf ety protocols\, ethical handling practices\, a bac kground on these amphibians and their habitats\, a nd local salamander ID techniques. Then\, we will embark on a &ldquo\;critter crawl&rdquo\; around H orn Farm\, where we'\;ll venture off paths and into wet or muddy areas to discover elusive salama nders.
\n \nThe class is scheduled to optim ize the likelihood of engaging encounters\, howeve r\, spotting salamanders is not guaranteed. Becaus e herps are moving\, living creatures\, the succes s of our excursion may vary depending on weather c onditions\, seasonal variations\, location\, time\ , and pure luck. Despite this\, the dynamic nature of wildlife ensures that there will always be int eresting things (outside of reptiles and amphibian s) to discover under logs and rocks\, in creeks an d vernal pools\, and the rich tapestry of biodiver sity at the farm will be sure to spark informative conversation regardless of what creatures we enco unter.
\n \nWe invite participants of all a ges to join us on our herping adventure &ndash\; f rom young tadpoles to old tortoises. We do ask\, h owever\, that children under 12 be accompanied by an adult and suggest that children under 3 may not be well suited for these activities.
\n \nCome equipped with a spirit of inquiry\, a respect for the small\, and a willingness to get your han ds dirty\, and you might be surprised at the multi tude of life you can find right under your feet. W e recommend that you bring: \;
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py herping- we hope to see you there! \;
This class will take place o utdoors. Please check the weather in advance and d ress accordingly. Be prepared for walking on uneve n terrain and potentially muddy conditions. \;
\n \nAll programs are subject to change du e to unforeseen circumstances including inclement weather. Participants will receive an email in the days preceding the program for any changes or can cellations. You can review our current&nbs p\;Cancella tion and Refund Policy here. \;\n \n
Parking takes place in the field above the farmhouse. \;
\n \n< span style="font-style:normal\;">The cost for this program is $ 10 for adults and $5 for children.
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\n \n Dave Jacke and his team will offer creative experiential cla sses\, lectures\, site walks and design exercises to help you understand how the architecture\, soci al structure\, underground economics\, and success ional processes of natural forests apply to the de sign of edible ecosystems of all kinds. \;
\n \nYou&rsquo\;ll learn a variety of ecologic al design processes while designing a range of foo d-producing ecosystems at Horn Farm Center. Design projects could include designing forest gardens f or: urban or suburban homesteads\, or farm-scale ( 2 to 100 acres). We&rsquo\;ll also engage with iss ues of garden management\, economics\, and the dee p paradigmatic shifts required to succeed at co-cr eating &ldquo\;humanatural&rdquo\; landscapes and cultures. \;
\n \nYou will leave inspir ed and empowered to design food forests at home fo r yourself\, and your friends\, neighbors\, and cl ients.
\n \nAll sessions held at t he Horn Farm Center
\n \nThe exact sche dule for this course is not yet established\, but typically each day will begin at 8 AM and include multiple sessions and activities from morning thro ugh the afternoon and all but two evenings. The pr ogram officially begins on Friday\, October 16 at 5:00 PM and concludes on Sunday\, October 25 at 2: 00 PM.
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Plea se complete this required survey as part of your r egistration. \;
\n \nThe infor mation you provide will help our chef prepare indi vidualized meals according to dietary restrictions and sensitivities. We will also be able to collec t lodging plans so we can assist traveling student s with coordinating accomodations. \;
\n \nThis program offers sliding scale tui tion. When registering\, you will select the cost tier that best aligns with your financial flexibility. Any amounts paid over the base of th e sliding scale go to a scholarship fund supportin g access for those with financial constraints.
\n \nProgram costs cover tuition and a ll meals. Meals will be prepared by York- based chef Liza Naylor of Locally Seasoned. \;
\n \nTo enroll in a payment plan for any tier on the sliding scale\, register by submittin g a $250 non-refundable deposit. \;
\n \n < p>Instructions for submitting future payments will be shared with you via email within the week of y our registration. Regardless of payment plan frequ ency\, all payments will be due by October 15\, 20 26. \;\n \n
For full program details\, inc luding content\, lodging\, and other cost-covering strategies\, visit the Forest Garden Design Inten sive web page: \;hornfarmcenter.org/fgdi/
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DESCRIPTION:\n \n \n \n \n In this nine-day intensive course\, you will dig deeply into the vision\, theory\, an d practice of designing wholesome\, dynamic\, and resilient edible ecosystems using temperate decidu ous forests as models. \n \n \n Dave Jacke and his team will offer creative experiential classes\, l ectures\, site walks and design exercises to help you understand how the architecture\, social struc ture\, underground economics\, and successional pr ocesses of natural forests apply to the design of edible ecosystems of all kinds. \n \n \n \n You’ll learn a variety of ecological design processes wh ile designing a range of food-producing ecosystems at Horn Farm Center. Design projects could includ e designing forest gardens for: urban or suburban homesteads\, or farm-scale (2 to 100 acres). We’ll also engage with issues of garden management\, ec onomics\, and the deep paradigmatic shifts require d to succeed at co-creating “humanatural” landscap es and cultures. \n \n \n \n You will leave inspir ed and empowered to design food forests at home fo r yourself\, and your friends\, neighbors\, and cl ients.\n \n \n \n Friday\, October 16 - Sunday\, O ctober 25\n \n \n All sessions held at the Horn Fa rm Center\n \n \n \n The exact schedule for this c ourse is not yet established\, but typically each day will begin at 8 AM and include multiple sessio ns and activities from morning through the afterno on and all but two evenings. The program officiall y begins on Friday\, October 16 at 5:00 PM and con cludes on Sunday\, October 25 at 2:00 PM.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meals & Lodging\n \n \n Please c omplete this required survey (https://forms.gle/WX BRZ7b2XcmQh1jj8) as part of your registration. \n \n \n \n The information you provide will help our chef prepare individualized meals according to di etary restrictions and sensitivities. We will also be able to collect lodging plans so we can assist traveling students with coordinating accomodation s. \n \n \n \n \n Program Cost & Payment\n \n \n T his program offers sliding scale tuition. When reg istering\, you will select the cost tier that best aligns with your financial flexibility. Any amoun ts paid over the base of the sliding scale go to a scholarship fund supporting access for those with financial constraints.\n \n \n \n Program costs c over tuition and all meals. Meals will be prepared by York-based chef Liza Naylor of Locally Seasone d (https://locallyseasoned.net/). \n \n \n \n \n Standard Cost: $2150\n Reduced Cost: $1850\n \n At 85% of the standard rate\, the reduced cost i s meant for folks with financial constraints who n eed assistance to join the program.\n If additio nal cost offsets are needed\, please check in with us at education@hornfarmcenter.org (mailto:educat ion@hornfarmcenter.org) to see if scholarship fund ing is available.\n \n \n Pay-It-Forward: $2450 \n \n At 115% of the standard rate\, pay-it-for ward helps us offset the cost of supporting reduce d rate registrations. This option is encouraged fo r folks with financial means who would like to sup port access for other participants.\n \n \n \n \ n To enroll in a payment plan for any tier on the sliding scale\, register by submitting a $250 non- refundable deposit. \n \n \n \n Instructions for s ubmitting future payments will be shared with you via email within the week of your registration. Re gardless of payment plan frequency\, all payments will be due by October 15\, 2026. \n \n \n \n \n Before June 15: students receive a four-part\, mon thly payment plan (unless otherwise requested) \n After June 15: students receive a two-part paymen t plan (unless otherwise requested)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learn More:\n \n \n For full program deta ils\, including content\, lodging\, and other cost -covering strategies\, visit the Forest Garden Des ign Intensive web page: hornfarmcenter.org/fgdi/ ( https://hornfarmcenter.org/fgdi/)\n \n \n \n \n \ n \n CATEGORIES:Workshop CALSCALE:GREGORIAN DTSTAMP;TZID=America/New_York:20261016T180000 DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261016T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261025T140000 LOCATION:4945 Horn Rd\n York\, PA 17406\n United States\n URL:https://hornfarmcenter.org/civimessages/event/info/?reset=1&id=1337 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:CiviCRM_EventID_1328_b793fddb451c9a035d23ee05cee039c9@hornfarmcenter.org SUMMARY:Walk the Seasons: Fall X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
\n \n The more we lear n about the natural landscape\, the more rooted we become. In the fall session of our W alk the Seasons series\, we'\;ll tour the w ild gardens\, meadows\, and forests of the Horn Fa rm Center to enrich our understanding of the world around us\, focusing closely on the signs and act ivities of the season. \;
\n \nTune into the rhythms o f the natural world and (re)discover our place in the ecological webs that support us. We&# 39\;ll engage closely with the flora and fauna we find along the way\, fostering a deeper appreciati on for local ecology\, natural history\, and the s imple ways we can take care of the earth by asking \, "\;what would nature do?"\; \;
\ n \nWalk the Season s programs are a bit spontaneous\, but there are c ertain things we can expect to encounter this time of year\, including: late-season wildflowers\, ho st plants\, fruits\, and greens\; clues to animal activities this time of year\; and other indicatio ns of cooling days and lengthening nights. \;< /p>\n \n
General top ics we can expect to scratch the surface on includ e: \;
\n \nWhether you&rsquo\;re an avid naturalist or a re just starting to spend more time outdoors\, you '\;ll leave this program with a renewed sense o f wonderment\, some practical knowledge about our region'\;s plant and animal life\, and perhaps solid footing to build deeper\, more reciprocal re lationship with the spaces you know. \;
\n \nEnvironm ent: This class will take place outdoors. Please check the weather in advance and dress acc ordingly. Be prepared for walking on uneven terrai n and potentially muddy conditions. Class will pro ceed RAIN OR SHINE\, except in cases of highly inc lement weather. \;
\n \nArrival : \;Parking takes place in the field above the farmhouse. Plan to arrive 10 minutes early so we can begin the class on time.
\n \nAudience: This program i s suitable for all ages and appropriate for famili es. Please note\, however\, that there'\;ll be a fair bit of walking on varying terrain. \;\n \n
Cost: This program is being offered with financial accessibility in mind . Registration is "\;pay what you can"\; w ith a $5 minimum donation. Young children accompan ying an adult may attend without charge. \;
\n \nAll programs are subject to change due t o unforeseen circumstances including inclement wea ther. Participants will receive an email in the da ys preceding the program for any changes or cancel lations. You can review our current \; Cancellatio n and Refund Policy here. \;
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Growing up in a rural town called Sweet Valley\, just south of Ricketts Glen\, Andrew spe nt his life fostering a love for the PA wilds. He attended Muhlenberg College in Allentown and major ed in English Literature and Music Composition whi le exploring regional ecology\, slow food\, compos ting\, gardening\, and foraging in the spaces betw een. This eventually led him to the staff of the H orn Farm Center\, where\, as Community Engagement Coordinator\, he organizes educational opportuniti es\, coordinates volunteers\, runs social media\, blogs\, and assists with development and outreach projects. \;
\n \nAndrew is an avid for ager and student of wild spaces\, interested in re kindling ways of living on the landscape that are place-sourced and mutually nuturing. In 2023\, he had the privilege of enriching his experience by t aking the Horn Farm Center'\;s Land Steward Tra ining Program. Beyond the Horn Farm\, Andrew leads a book club for the Lancaster Composting Co-Ops\, volunteers as a land steward with the Lancaster C onservancy\, and spends Saturdays selling produce at Green Circle Organics in Lancaster Central Mark et.
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DESCRIPTION:\n \n \n \n \n Join this educational walk in natur e to *fall* more deeply in love with autumn! \n \n \n The more we learn about the natural landscape\ , the more rooted we become. In the fall session o f our Walk the Seasons series (https://hornfarmcen ter.org/ecology-classes/)\, we'll tour the wild ga rdens\, meadows\, and forests of the Horn Farm Cen ter to enrich our understanding of the world aroun d us\, focusing closely on the signs and activitie s of the season. \n \n \n \n Tune into the rhythms of the natural world and (re)discover our place i n the ecological webs that support us. We'll engag e closely with the flora and fauna we find along t he way\, fostering a deeper appreciation for local ecology\, natural history\, and the simple ways w e can take care of the earth by asking\, "what wou ld nature do?" \n \n \n \n Walk the Seasons progra ms are a bit spontaneous\, but there are certain t hings we can expect to encounter this time of year \, including: late-season wildflowers\, host plant s\, fruits\, and greens\; clues to animal activiti es this time of year\; and other indications of co oling days and lengthening nights. \n \n \n \n Gen eral topics we can expect to scratch the surface o n include: \n \n \n \n \n Basics of local ecology (what is?: succession\, disturbance\, habitat\, n iche\, biodiversity) \n Seasonal plant identifica tion: from “weeds” to trees\n Historic changes to the landscape\n Human-scale ecological restorati on and wild-tending practices\n Ethical foraging and wildcrafting\n Connecting with nature in all spaces (urban\, suburban\, rural) \n Recognizing and addressing common outdoor worries (ticks\, poi sonous plants\, snakes\, etc.) \n Tips for treadi ng safely and responsibly outdoors. \n \n \n Wheth er you’re an avid naturalist or are just starting to spend more time outdoors\, you'll leave this pr ogram with a renewed sense of wonderment\, some pr actical knowledge about our region's plant and ani mal life\, and perhaps solid footing to build deep er\, more reciprocal relationship with the spaces you know. \n \n \n \n \n Program Notes:\n \n \n En vironment: This class will take place outdoors. Pl ease check the weather in advance and dress accord ingly. Be prepared for walking on uneven terrain a nd potentially muddy conditions. Class will procee d RAIN OR SHINE\, except in cases of highly inclem ent weather. \n \n \n \n Arrival: Parking takes pl ace in the field above the farmhouse. Plan to arri ve 10 minutes early so we can begin the class on t ime.\n \n \n \n Audience: This program is suitable for all ages and appropriate for families. Please note\, however\, that there'll be a fair bit of w alking on varying terrain. \n \n \n \n Cost: This program is being offered with financial accessibil ity in mind. Registration is "pay what you can" wi th a $5 minimum donation. Young children accompany ing an adult may attend without charge. \n \n \n \ n All programs are subject to change due to unfore seen circumstances including inclement weather. Pa rticipants will receive an email in the days prece ding the program for any changes or cancellations. You can review our current Cancellation and Refun d Policy here. \n \n \n \n \n About the Instructor : Andrew Leahy\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Growing up in a rural town called Sweet Valley\, just south of Ri cketts Glen\, Andrew spent his life fostering a lo ve for the PA wilds. He attended Muhlenberg Colleg e in Allentown and majored in English Literature a nd Music Composition while exploring regional ecol ogy\, slow food\, composting\, gardening\, and for aging in the spaces between. This eventually led h im to the staff of the Horn Farm Center\, where\, as Community Engagement Coordinator\, he organizes educational opportunities\, coordinates volunteer s\, runs social media\, blogs\, and assists with d evelopment and outreach projects. \n \n \n \n Andr ew is an avid forager and student of wild spaces\, interested in rekindling ways of living on the la ndscape that are place-sourced and mutually nuturi ng. In 2023\, he had the privilege of enriching hi s experience by taking the Horn Farm Center's Land Steward Training Program. Beyond the Horn Farm\, Andrew leads a book club for the Lancaster Compost ing Co-Ops\, volunteers as a land steward with the Lancaster Conservancy\, and spends Saturdays sell ing produce at Green Circle Organics in Lancaster Central Market.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n CATEGORIES:Workshop CALSCALE:GREGORIAN DTSTAMP;TZID=America/New_York:20261025T140000 DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261025T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261025T153000 LOCATION:4945 Horn Rd\n York\, PA 17406\n United States\n URL:https://hornfarmcenter.org/civimessages/event/info/?reset=1&id=1328 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:CiviCRM_EventID_1349_b793fddb451c9a035d23ee05cee039c9@hornfarmcenter.org SUMMARY:Drupes & Tubers: Mid-Fall Foraging Walk X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
\n \n In the forager'\;s bask et\, fading late-season flowers and fruits share s pace with roots and twigs\, all offering sustenanc e and medicine for the impending winter. Foraging in the mid-fall is an interplay: enduring abundanc e meets a quieting landscape. It'\;s truly a ti me to give thanks\, gather with gratitude\, and sa vor the less conspicuous side of nature'\;s bou nty. \;
\n \nWhether you are interested in wild foods\, local plants and ecology\, or alt ernative uses for plants through wildcrafting and medicine\, you'\;re invited to join our \;< strong>Mid-Fall Forging Walk\, taking pla ce \;Sunday\, November 1st \;from \;10am to 12pm.
\ n \nAlong the way\, we will spend time paying tribute to our long shared history with plants\, l ooking beyond the question of "\;what can I ea t?"\; on the landscape. We will also emphasize ethical foraging and ways of giving back to the l and from which we&rsquo\;re taking&ndash\;reinforc ing how thinking like an ecosystem should guide th e practice of gathering wild foods.
\n \nThis class wil l take place outdoors\, rain or shine\, along walking trails in meadow and woodland ecosystems at the Horn Farm. Please check the wea ther in advance and dress accordingly.
\n \nThis program will involve walking on uneven\, hilly terrain. Be prepared for varied and potentia lly muddy or snowy conditions. Walking pace is lei surely with frequent stops for discussion. \;< /p>\n \n
Parking takes place in the field above the farmhouse. \;Plan to arrive 10 minutes early so we can be gin the class on time. More details about par king will be communicated in a reminder email days before the program. \;
\n \nWhile this class is suited fo r adult learning\, children are welcome an d encouraged to attend. Any child above 1 3 must be registered separately. Children 12 and y ounger may attend without charge\, but must be acc ompanied by a registering adult.
\n \nThe standard cost for this p rogram is $25/person. Sliding scale options are av ailable to support accessibility.
\n \nServ ice animals\, active and in-training\, are permitt ed. All other animals and pets must remain at home . The Horn Farm is a working farm with sensitive r estoration areas\, so we only allow animals in cas es of medical need.
\n \nAll programs are subject to chang e due to unforeseen circumstances including inclem ent weather. Participants will receive an email in the days preceding the program for any changes or cancellations. You can review our current \;Canc ellation and Refund Policy here. \;
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Andrew is an avid forager and st udent of wild spaces\, interested in rekindling wa ys of living on the landscape that are place-sourc ed and mutually nuturing. Moving to the Lower Susq uehanna Region from the mountains of Northeastern PA in 2021\, he currently serves as the Educationa l &\; Outreach Speciaist for the Horn Farm Cent er.
\n \nWith an academic background in Eng lish literature and music composition\, Andrew has since embraced ecological learning and lifelong w ildcrafting\, fostering his skills through the Hor n Farm&rsquo\;s training programs and th e Northern Appalachia School&rsquo\;s Foundations of Bioregional Herbalism program. In addition to l eading monthly foraging walks and special topics c ourses\, Andrew co-teaches \;the Horn Farm&rsq uo\;s 10-week Forager Training Program.\n \n
Beyond the Horn Farm\, Andrew enjoys hi king\, biking\, gardening\, locavorous cooking\, a nd \; bioregional living. He leads a book club \;for the Lancaster Composting Co-Ops\, volun teers as a land steward with the Lancaster Conserv ancy\, and spends Saturdays selling produce at Gre en Circle Organics in Lancaster Central Market.
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DESCRIPTION:\n \n \n \n \n Transitional seasons beckon with va riety.\n \n \n In the forager's basket\, fading la te-season flowers and fruits share space with root s and twigs\, all offering sustenance and medicine for the impending winter. Foraging in the mid-fal l is an interplay: enduring abundance meets a quie ting landscape. It's truly a time to give thanks\, gather with gratitude\, and savor the less conspi cuous side of nature's bounty. \n \n \n \n Whether you are interested in wild foods\, local plants a nd ecology\, or alternative uses for plants throug h wildcrafting and medicine\, you're invited to jo in our Mid-Fall Forging Walk\, taking place Sunday \, November 1st from 10am to 12pm.\n \n \n \n Alon g the way\, we will spend time paying tribute to o ur long shared history with plants\, looking beyon d the question of "what can I eat?" on the landsca pe. We will also emphasize ethical foraging and wa ys of giving back to the land from which we’re tak ing–reinforcing how thinking like an ecosystem sho uld guide the practice of gathering wild foods.\n \n \n \n Beginners and experienced foragers are we lcome. \n \n \n \n \n Program Notes:\n \n \n Envir onment: \n \n \n This class will take place outdoo rs\, rain or shine\, along walking trails in meado w and woodland ecosystems at the Horn Farm. Please check the weather in advance and dress accordingl y.\n \n \n \n Accessibility: \n \n \n This program will involve walking on uneven\, hilly terrain. B e prepared for varied and potentially muddy or sno wy conditions. Walking pace is leisurely with freq uent stops for discussion. \n \n \n \n Arrival: \n \n \n Parking takes place in the field above the farmhouse. Plan to arrive 10 minutes early so we c an begin the class on time. More details about par king will be communicated in a reminder email days before the program. \n \n \n \n Audience: \n \n \ n While this class is suited for adult learning\, children are welcome and encouraged to attend. Any child above 13 must be registered separately. Chi ldren 12 and younger may attend without charge\, b ut must be accompanied by a registering adult.\n \ n \n \n Cost: \n \n \n The standard cost for this program is $25/person. Sliding scale options are a vailable to support accessibility.\n \n \n \n Serv ice Animals & Pets: \n \n \n Service animals\, act ive and in-training\, are permitted. All other ani mals and pets must remain at home. The Horn Farm i s a working farm with sensitive restoration areas\ , so we only allow animals in cases of medical nee d.\n \n \n \n Cancellation: \n \n \n All programs are subject to change due to unforeseen circumstan ces including inclement weather. Participants will receive an email in the days preceding the progra m for any changes or cancellations. You can review our current Cancellation and Refund Policy here. \n \n \n \n \n About the Instructor: Andrew Leahy\ n \n \n \n \n \n \n Andrew is an avid forager and student of wild spaces\, interested in rekindling ways of living on the landscape that are place-sou rced and mutually nuturing. Moving to the Lower Su squehanna Region from the mountains of Northeaster n PA in 2021\, he currently serves as the Educatio nal & Outreach Speciaist for the Horn Farm Center. \n \n \n \n With an academic background in English literature and music composition\, Andrew has sin ce embraced ecological learning and lifelong wildc rafting\, fostering his skills through the Horn Fa rm’s training programs (https://hornfarmcenter.org /training-programs/) and the Northern Appalachia S chool’s Foundations of Bioregional Herbalism progr am. In addition to leading monthly foraging walks and special topics courses\, Andrew co-teaches the Horn Farm’s 10-week Forager Training Program (htt ps://hornfarmcenter.org/forager-training/).\n \n \ n \n Beyond the Horn Farm\, Andrew enjoys hiking\, biking\, gardening\, locavorous cooking\, and bi oregional living. He leads a book club for the Lan caster Composting Co-Ops\, volunteers as a land st eward with the Lancaster Conservancy\, and spends Saturdays selling produce at Green Circle Organics in Lancaster Central Market.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n CATEGORIES:Workshop CALSCALE:GREGORIAN DTSTAMP;TZID=America/New_York:20261101T100000 DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261101T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261101T120000 LOCATION:4945 Horn Rd\n York\, PA 17406\n United States\n URL:https://hornfarmcenter.org/civimessages/event/info/?reset=1&id=1349 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:CiviCRM_EventID_1385_b793fddb451c9a035d23ee05cee039c9@hornfarmcenter.org SUMMARY:Fall Foraging Foundations: Weekend Intensive X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:\;
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F oraging is the act of finding and gathering wild f ood and medicine - but it is so much more. This co urse is an invitation to rekindle our age-old rela tionships with the land beneath our feet - to deve lop the skills\, knowledge\, and practices that ar e a critical part of our sense of place. Through t his work\, we can provide ourselves with healthy\, FREE food and medicine\, become more self-reliant \, and connect on a deeper level to the landscape in which we live.
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\n This weeken
d-long session will provide foundational knowledge
for those interested in beginning (or deepening)
their path towards building a relationship with th
e land\, incorporating wild plants into their ever
yday life\, and gaining the knowledge to confident
ly share with others. Expect a diverse array of le
cture\, conversation\, general plant walks\, hands
-on exercises\, and the opportunity for plenty of
tasting of both raw and prepared wild foods. \
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\n Topics covered will
include: \;
\n W
hat to bring:
\n Please
Note: Class will meet on both Saturday\, Novem
ber 14th and Sunday\, November 15th from 9:00 AM u
ntil 3:00 PM. Price of the class includes both 6-h
our days of instruction.
\n Env
ironment: \;
\n This class will
take place outdoors\, rain or shine\, along walkin
g trails in meadow and woodland ecosystems at the
Horn Farm. Please check the weather in advance and
dress accordingly.
Accessibil
ity: \;
\n This program will inv
olve walking on uneven\, hilly terrain. Be prepare
d for varied and potentially muddy or snowy condit
ions. Walking pace is leisurely with frequent stop
s for discussion. \;
Arriv
al: \;
\n Parking takes place in
the field above the farmhouse. \;Plan to arri
ve 10 minutes early so we can begin the class on t
ime.
Audience: \;
\n This class is geared towards adult learni
ng\, but children 12 and older are welcome to atte
nd with an adult and separate registration. \;
Cost: \;
\n
The standard cost for this program is $125/person
. This includes both days of the intensive program
.
Service Animals &\; Pets:
\;
\n Service animals\, active
and in-training\, are permitted. All other animals
and pets must remain at home. The Horn Farm is a
working farm with sensitive restoration areas\, so
we only allow animals in cases of medical need.&n
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Cancellation: \;
\n All programs are subject to change d
ue to unforeseen circumstances including inclement
weather. Participants will receive an email in th
e days preceding the program for any changes or ca
ncellations. You can review our current \; Ca
ncellation and Refund Policy here. \;
\n Jonathan Darby is a wild
foods enthusiast and educator\, avid gardener\, f
ormer farmer\, and has served the Horn Farm Center
in varying capacities for over 15 years. He curre
ntly serves as Farm Manager. Jonathan received his
Permaculture Design Certification in 2011 from Su
squehanna Permaculture and in 2014 completed his P
ermaculture Teacher Training through Dynamic Ecolo
gical Design. He is married with 2 kids and 3 cats
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As the autu mn season winds down\, it is the perfect time to b egin foraging and digging roots. As the plants beg in to draw their energies into the ground to store them for winter\, we can begin to take advantage of this and dig them up to be used as tasty root v egetables or process and dry them for coffee\, tea \, and medicine. \;
\n \nWe'\;ll tak e an in-depth look at some specific roots that we love to harvest this time of year and discuss ecol ogy\, history\, recipes\, and how to harvest and p rocess. \;
\n \nWe'\;ll walk through the process of making dandelion root coffee from start to finish and enjoy a sample to end the clas s. Participants will get hands-on experience diggi ng and cleaning roots\, learning what to look for and what to avoid\, and demystifying the process o f turning roots into food and drink. \;
\n \nBeginners and experienced foragers are welcome. \;
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\n This cla
ss will take place outdoors\, rain or shine\, alon
g walking trails in meadow and woodland ecosystems
at the Horn Farm. Please check the weather in adv
ance and dress accordingly.
Ac
cessibility: \;
\n This program
will involve walking on uneven\, hilly terrain. Be
prepared for varied and potentially muddy or snow
y conditions. Walking pace is leisurely with frequ
ent stops for discussion. \;
\n Parking takes
place in the field above the farmhouse. \;Plan
to arrive 10 minutes early so we can begin the cl
ass on time.
Audience: \;<
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\n This class is geared towards adul
t learning\, but children 12 and older are welcome
to attend with an adult and separate registration
. \;
Cost: \;
\n The standard cost for this program is $55
/person. \;
Service Animal
s &\; Pets: \;
\n Service ani
mals\, active and in-training\, are permitted. All
other animals and pets must remain at home. The H
orn Farm is a working farm with sensitive restorat
ion areas\, so we only allow animals in cases of m
edical need. \;
Cancellati
on: \;
\n All programs are subje
ct to change due to unforeseen circumstances inclu
ding inclement weather. Participants will receive
an email in the days preceding the program for any
changes or cancellations. You can review our curr
ent \;Cancellation and Refund Policy here
. \;
Jonathan Darby is a wild foods enthusiast and educator\, avid gardener\, f ormer farmer\, and has served the Horn Farm Center in varying capacities for over 15 years. He curre ntly serves as Farm Manager. Jonathan received his Permaculture Design Certification in 2011 from Su squehanna Permaculture and in 2014 completed his P ermaculture Teacher Training through Dynamic Ecolo gical Design. He is married with 2 kids and 3 cats .
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DESCRIPTION:\n \n \n \n As the autumn season winds down\, it i s the perfect time to begin foraging and digging r oots. As the plants begin to draw their energies i nto the ground to store them for winter\, we can b egin to take advantage of this and dig them up to be used as tasty root vegetables or process and dr y them for coffee\, tea\, and medicine. \n \n \n \ n We'll take an in-depth look at some specific roo ts that we love to harvest this time of year and d iscuss ecology\, history\, recipes\, and how to ha rvest and process. \n \n \n \n We'll walk through the process of making dandelion root coffee from s tart to finish and enjoy a sample to end the class . Participants will get hands-on experience diggin g and cleaning roots\, learning what to look for a nd what to avoid\, and demystifying the process of turning roots into food and drink. \n \n \n \n Be ginners and experienced foragers are welcome. \n \ n \n \n \n Program Notes:\n \n \n Environment: \n \n This class will take place outdoors\, rain or s hine\, along walking trails in meadow and woodland ecosystems at the Horn Farm. Please check the wea ther in advance and dress accordingly.\n \n \n \n Accessibility: \n \n This program will involve wal king on uneven\, hilly terrain. Be prepared for va ried and potentially muddy or snowy conditions. Wa lking pace is leisurely with frequent stops for di scussion. \n \n \n \n Arrival: \n \n Parking takes place in the field above the farmhouse. Plan to a rrive 10 minutes early so we can begin the class o n time.\n \n \n \n Audience: \n \n This class is g eared towards adult learning\, but children 12 and older are welcome to attend with an adult and sep arate registration. \n \n \n \n Cost: \n \n The st andard cost for this program is $55/person. \n \n \n \n Service Animals & Pets: \n \n Service animal s\, active and in-training\, are permitted. All ot her animals and pets must remain at home. The Horn Farm is a working farm with sensitive restoration areas\, so we only allow animals in cases of medi cal need. \n \n \n \n Cancellation: \n \n All prog rams are subject to change due to unforeseen circu mstances including inclement weather. Participants will receive an email in the days preceding the p rogram for any changes or cancellations. You can r eview our current Cancellation and Refund Policy h ere (http://hornfarmcenter.org/refund-policy/). \n \n \n \n \n About the Instructor: Jonathan Darby\ n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jonathan Darby is a wild foods enthusiast and educator\, avid gardener\, former farmer\, and has served the Horn Farm Center in va rying capacities for over 15 years. He currently s erves as Farm Manager. Jonathan received his Perma culture Design Certification in 2011 from Susqueha nna Permaculture and in 2014 completed his Permacu lture Teacher Training through Dynamic Ecological Design. He is married with 2 kids and 3 cats.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n CATEGORIES:Workshop CALSCALE:GREGORIAN DTSTAMP;TZID=America/New_York:20261121T110000 DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261121T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261121T150000 LOCATION:4945 Horn Rd\n York\, PA 17406\n United States\n URL:https://hornfarmcenter.org/civimessages/event/info/?reset=1&id=1386 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:CiviCRM_EventID_1350_b793fddb451c9a035d23ee05cee039c9@hornfarmcenter.org SUMMARY:Twigs & Digs: Late Fall Foraging Walk X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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So too do the activities of cold-season gatherers\, t racing the flow of energy into the roots\, stems\, and "\;interior"\; parts of plants. Like the stillness of the landscape on the threshold of winter\, wild foods and medicines are less conspi cuous\; and yet abundance persists\, well-suited f or our wintertime needs. It'\;s a time to slow down--to mirror the quiet of the season--and to te nd wild spaces in gratitude for their gifts. \ ;
\n \nWhether you are interested in wild f oods\, local plants and ecology\, or alternative u ses for plants through wildcrafting and medicine\, you'\;re invited to join our \;Lat e Fall Forging Walk\, taking place \; Sunday\, December 6th \;from& nbsp\;1:30pm to 3:30pm.
\n \nAlong the way\, we will spend time paying tribu te to our long shared history with plants\, lookin g beyond the question of "\;what can I eat?&qu ot\; on the landscape. We will also emphasize ethi cal foraging and ways of giving back to the land f rom which we&rsquo\;re taking&ndash\;reinforcing h ow thinking like an ecosystem should guide the pra ctice of gathering wild foods.
\n \nBeg inners and experienced foragers are welcome. \ ;
\n \nThis class will tak e place outdoors\, rain or shine\ , along walking trails in meadow and woodland ecos ystems at the Horn Farm. Please check the weather in advance and dress accordingly.
\n \nT his program will involve walking on uneven\, hilly terrain. Be prepared for varied and potentially m uddy or snowy conditions. Walking pace is leisurel y with frequent stops for discussion. \;
\n \nParking takes place in the field above the farmhouse. \;Plan to arrive 10 minutes early so we can begin t he class on time. More details about parking will be communicated in a reminder email days befo re the program. \;
\n \nWhile this class is suited for adu lt learning\, children are welcome and enc ouraged to attend. Any child above 13 mus t be registered separately. Children 12 and younge r may attend without charge\, but must be accompan ied by a registering adult.
\n \nThe standard cost for this progra m is $25/person. Sliding scale options are availab le to support accessibility.
\n \nService a nimals\, active and in-training\, are permitted. A ll other animals and pets must remain at home. The Horn Farm is a working farm with sensitive restor ation areas\, so we only allow animals in cases of medical need.
\n \nAll programs are subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances including inclement w eather. Participants will receive an email in the days preceding the program for any changes or canc ellations. You can review our current \;Cancellat ion and Refund Policy here. \;
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Jonathan Darby is a wild foods enthusiast and educator\, avid garde ner\, former farmer\, and has served the Horn Farm Center in varying capacities for over 15 years. H e currently serves as Farm and Agroforestry Manage r. Jonathan received his Permaculture Design Certi fication in 2011 from Susquehanna Permaculture and in 2014 completed his Permaculture Teacher Traini ng through Dynamic Ecological Design. He is marrie d with 2 kids and 3 cats.
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DESCRIPTION:\n \n \n \n \n As plants recline into winter dorma ncy\, their energy moves below the surface.\n \n \ n So too do the activities of cold-season gatherer s\, tracing the flow of energy into the roots\, st ems\, and "interior" parts of plants. Like the sti llness of the landscape on the threshold of winter \, wild foods and medicines are less conspicuous\; and yet abundance persists\, well-suited for our wintertime needs. It's a time to slow down--to mir ror the quiet of the season--and to tend wild spac es in gratitude for their gifts. \n \n \n \n Wheth er you are interested in wild foods\, local plants and ecology\, or alternative uses for plants thro ugh wildcrafting and medicine\, you're invited to join our Late Fall Forging Walk\, taking place Sun day\, December 6th from 1:30pm to 3:30pm.\n \n \n \n Along the way\, we will spend time paying tribu te to our long shared history with plants\, lookin g beyond the question of "what can I eat?" on the landscape. We will also emphasize ethical foraging and ways of giving back to the land from which we ’re taking–reinforcing how thinking like an ecosys tem should guide the practice of gathering wild fo ods.\n \n \n \n Beginners and experienced foragers are welcome. \n \n \n \n \n Program Notes:\n \n \ n Environment: \n \n \n This class will take place outdoors\, rain or shine\, along walking trails i n meadow and woodland ecosystems at the Horn Farm. Please check the weather in advance and dress acc ordingly.\n \n \n \n Accessibility: \n \n \n This program will involve walking on uneven\, hilly ter rain. Be prepared for varied and potentially muddy or snowy conditions. Walking pace is leisurely wi th frequent stops for discussion. \n \n \n \n Arri val: \n \n \n Parking takes place in the field abo ve the farmhouse. Plan to arrive 10 minutes early so we can begin the class on time. More details ab out parking will be communicated in a reminder ema il days before the program. \n \n \n \n Audience: \n \n \n While this class is suited for adult lear ning\, children are welcome and encouraged to atte nd. Any child above 13 must be registered separate ly. Children 12 and younger may attend without cha rge\, but must be accompanied by a registering adu lt.\n \n \n \n Cost: \n \n \n The standard cost fo r this program is $25/person. Sliding scale option s are available to support accessibility.\n \n \n \n Service Animals & Pets: \n \n \n Service animal s\, active and in-training\, are permitted. All ot her animals and pets must remain at home. The Horn Farm is a working farm with sensitive restoration areas\, so we only allow animals in cases of medi cal need.\n \n \n \n Cancellation: \n \n \n All pr ograms are subject to change due to unforeseen cir cumstances including inclement weather. Participan ts will receive an email in the days preceding the program for any changes or cancellations. You can review our current Cancellation and Refund Policy here. \n \n \n \n \n About the Instructor: Jon Da rby\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jonathan Darby is a wild f oods enthusiast and educator\, avid gardener\, for mer farmer\, and has served the Horn Farm Center i n varying capacities for over 15 years. He current ly serves as Farm and Agroforestry Manager. Jonath an received his Permaculture Design Certification in 2011 from Susquehanna Permaculture and in 2014 completed his Permaculture Teacher Training throug h Dynamic Ecological Design. He is married with 2 kids and 3 cats.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n CATEGORIES:Workshop CALSCALE:GREGORIAN DTSTAMP;TZID=America/New_York:20261206T133000 DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261206T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261206T153000 LOCATION:4945 Horn Rd\n York\, PA 17406\n United States\n URL:https://hornfarmcenter.org/civimessages/event/info/?reset=1&id=1350 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR
