Click the "Register Now" button above to enroll in the 2027 Ecological Restoration Certificate with Waxwing Ecoworks. 

Please make sure to review all program details before signing up. Click here to view the course webpage. 

Overview

This workshop helps you cultivate a toolbox and and ethic for compassionate stewardship of your local ecosystem. You’ll explore regenerative skills for ecological healing, focusing specifically on restoration practices that prioritize human power instead of chemical intervention. 

Whether you’re an experienced conservationist, a budding professional, or simply passionate about environmental restoration, you’ll gain new perspectives and skills that are increasingly crucial in today’s world. Non-chemical restoration is powerfully versatile; you can adapt what you learn to residential land management, a landscaping business, larger-scale conservation, regenerative farming, and more. To help build a resilient practice, you’ll also participate in mindful movement and writing exercises that underline your role as a member of the ecosystem.

Learning Tracks

Both tracks are taught from a synergy of core ecological sciences, traditional ecological knowledge (TEK), and emergent practices. Participants will be invited to engage in mindful movement (Qigong), contemplative written reflections, and small group discussions. This is an accelerated course that surfaces core concepts and practices for ecological practitioners and serious stewards.

Virtual Track

Three online, synchronous sessions covering key technical information for non-toxic restoration.

All sessions take place from 5 - 8:30pm EST.

• Thursday, January 14  
• Thursday, January 21
• Thursday, January 28

This track is designed for the out-of-town, curious ecological restoration practitioner or DIYer. We have created this online learning option for those seeking the exposure to this practice, but who may be unable to make the trip to our learning grounds.

Hybrid Certification Track

Includes the Virtual Track, homework assignments, and one full-day in-person learning experience at the Horn Farm. 

• Thursdays, January 14, 21, & 28  |  5 - 8:30pm (virtual)
• Saturday, January 30  |  9am - 5pm (in-person)
  • *Snow day: Saturday, February 6th

In order to receive a certification, students will need to submit two assignments before the course concludes. These homework assugnments will extend the classroom experience to a restoration site of your choosing.

This track is designed for ecological restoration practitioners or DIYers who are seeking a comprehensive learning experience with hands-on reinforcement. We encourage students who live locally or regionally to choose this track.

For full descriptions of learning outcomes for each track, visit the course webpage. 

Payment & Logistics

Program Costs

• Virtual Track: $270/person
• Hybrid Certification Track: $495/person

Payment Options

When registering, you can pay in full or submit a deposit of $75 to enroll in a payment plan.

Depending on your track and the timing of your enrollment, payment plans can consist of two to three installments. Customized payment plans may be offered if requested.

For students following a payment plan, all installments must be submitted by Thursday, January 14th at noon.

At this time, we cannot offer scholarships to offset program costs. We will update this information if financial support becomes available.

Before registering, please make sure to review the Horn Farm Center’s Cancellation and Refund Policy.