Urban Orchard and Farming

 

 

10:00am-3:00pm

Urban Ag Field Days are peer-learning and networking opportunities initiated by the University of Arizona Cooperative Extension's Urban Agriculture Production, Small-Scale, and Beginning Farmer Program in collaboration with the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service and Farm Service Agency.

Interested in urban and small-scale agriculture? How about agroforestry in Arizona? Come learn from an array of expertise at our Urban Orchards and Farming Field Day! Participants will tour two sites on which experienced urban farmers Steve Miller and Sandy Lockwood produce local fruit; "The Farm" and "The Orchard", which offer unique micro-climates for production in an urban environment. 

$25 to attend; Scholarships are awarded on an needs-basis - please email Cmhanley@arizona.edu 

Read Full Details & Register on Eventbrite here: Fielddayorchardandfarm.evenbrite.com

Tickets are limited at 50 for farm capacity, and preregistration is required- Reserve your spot soon to attend!

USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer, and lender

Email cmhanley@arizona.edu for any questions.

 

CMGA Agenda for August 2023

 

Coconino Master Gardener Association Meeting Agenda

Shepherd of the Hills/Benson Hall

1601 N San Francisco St., Flagstaff, AZ 86001

Thursday, August 10, 2023

 

6:15-6:30pm        Social Time/Newcomers Welcome/Sign In

6:30-6:35pm       Welcome -Frank Branham/President               

6:35-7:40pm       Introduction of Speaker—Rachel Edelstein/Monsoon Mushrooms for Beginners 

Questions from Audience

7:40-7:55pm      Refreshments, Social, Raffle, & Raffle Drawing

                                Reminder:  The CMGA basket returns each month with some treat for the raffle.

7:55-8:25pm      Business Meeting

MG Coordinator - Hattie Braun will fill us in on happenings these past 2 months.

President --Frank Branham

·         Garden Tours/Eight Gardens/Volunteers may be needed.

·         September Appreciation Luncheon at Violas/Volunteers may be needed/A flyer will be sent.

·         Jim Mast’s Greenhouse Tour/A flyer will go out.

·         Christmas Party/Potluck at Benson Hall in December.

Treasurer’s Report – Andrea Guerrette

                                Balance 6/1/2023                   $6929.58

                                Debits                                      $776.04 (stamps/printing/grant/insurance/new checks)

                                Credits                                     $130.00 (t-shirts/raffle)

Balance 6/31/2023                 $6283.50

Native Plant Society Social Meeting

 

 From Susan Holiday:

There is a social meeting Friday, Aug. 11 from 4 - 6 PM at the Museum of Northern Arizona.

There will be a native seed swap, native plant swap, botany book swap and pot luck. It will be on the research center side of the museum.  For directions, see the attached flyer.

Link to flyer

Cooking from Your Garden

 

CMGA Garden Tour

 

Mushroom and Fungi Workshop - Wait List Only

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Mushroom and Fungi Workshop - Wait List Only
 

Our Mushroom and Fungi workshop with Mike Dechter on July 29th, is full. This presentation* will be for those with incidental knowledge and curiosity about fungi. Mike will present on some fungi 101 - what are fungi and why are they important? He will also discuss basic mushroom anatomy, and identification of wild mushrooms. The last part of the presentation focuses on our Arizona Fab 4 Fungi - 4 easy to ID, edible wild mushrooms that grow here in northern Arizona. To get on the waitlist visit our website. 

* This is an indoor presentation

Worm Composting

 

Worm Composting 

Join Willow Bend and the City of Flagstaff Sustainability Office for two upcoming worm composting workshops!
July 25th 5:30-6:30PM at the Willow Bend Center. This workshop will focus on starting your own worm bin at home, trouble shooting a worm bin, what can worms eat etc. Materials, including worms, to start your own worm bin will be provided. Sign-up required. 
July 27th 10-11AM at the Bonito Community Graden. This is a family focused program with hands on activities, games and songs to help kids learn about the wonders of worms. More information and sign up on our website. 

Events and materials are free and provided through the City of Flagstaff Sustainability Office. 
Space is limited and sign-up is required.

CMGA Monthly Meeting

Coconino Master Gardener Meeting Agenda

Shepherd of the Hills/Benson Hall

1601 N San Francisco St., Flagstaff, AZ 86001

Thursday, July 13, 2023

6:15-6:30pm        Social Time/Newcomers Welcome/Sign In

6:30-6:35pm       Welcome -Frank Branham

6:35-7:40pm       Introduction of Speaker—Laura Davis and Phyllis Hogan/Michael Moore Garden at MNA.  Questions from Audience

7:40-7:55pm      Refreshments, Social, Raffle, & Raffle Drawing

7:55-8:25pm      Business Meeting

MG Coordinator - Hattie Braun is out of town with Cheryl Blume, Marilyn Canteloupe and Mary Gaseau for an Extension Meeting and Garden Tour.

President --Frank Branham

·         Volunteer program is not working.  Keep your own hours for a later fix.

·         September Appreciation Luncheon at Violas.

·         Garden Tours/Nine Gardens

·         Christmas Party at Benson Hall?

Treasurer’s Report – Andrea Guerrette

                                Balance 6/1/2023                   $6853.09

                                Debits                                      $274.51

                                Credits                                     $351.00

Balance 6/31/2023                 $6929.58

 

Flagstaff Tour of Artful Gardens

 

Start sale - Forestdale Farms

 

Self-serve seedling sale this week! Monday-Saturday 9a-3p

Come grab any last minute starts for your garden! When: Monday-Saturday, June 12th-17th, 9a-3p Where: Forestdale Farm (455 S Beech Drive) in Flagstaff Who: Open to the public What: Seedling and garden starts! Over the years, we have experimented with and grow varieties that do well in our short growing season. Other Notes: -We have set up a self serve area for purchasing seedlings in our large greenhouse.  All plants are for sale and there are signs and prices on them. Bring cash and grab what you need! - We can accept credit cards but prefer cash - Bring boxes/carry trays for transporting starts home - Please do not use our neighbor’s driveway to turn around (you can use our driveway or continue around the block to get out by continuing on Beech; right on Cottonwood; right on Ash which takes you back to Herold Ranch Rd)