Earth Friendly Landscaping:
Rain Barrel Systems, The Ethics of Where to Find Native Plants for Landscaping, Appropriate Irrigation Systems, Moab-Style Landscape, Thinking Beyond Flat and Green, Inviting Birds into Your Yard
Low Cost Ways to Stay Cool in Moab:
Cooling People Not Buildings, Cooling with Water, Cooling with Air, Refrigeration Versus Evaporative Cooling, Manage Windows for Hot Days and Cool Nights, Manage Fans for Comfort, Shade Trees as Window Air Conditioners, Staying Cool Outside with Shade, Water & Cheap Outdoor AC
Native Plant Identification & Nature Walk:
A walk in Negro Bill Canyon to enjoy native shrubs, migrating birds, insects, reptiles, aquatic organisms, mammals and rocks.
Learn to Make Braided Rugs:
Lessons on making beautiful braided rugs out of any type of cloth; no stitching or sewing required.
Financial Planning Without Fear:
Get Rid of Credit Card Debt, What Loan Choices are Right for You, Alternative Christmas Gifts, Money Scams to Watch Out For, Tips on Easy Bill-Paying Systems, How to Save on Utilities
Entering The Heart of the World:
Based on the methods of Joanna Macy, “The Work that Reconnects” maps the ways into healing our world through reconnection with others and a rekindling of our passion.
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An Introduction to Alternative Building & Energy:
Tours of local homes that incorporate various earth-friendly building elements, including: earthbag, cob infill, earthen floors, gypsum-earth plasters, milk paint, strawbale, passive solar, solar power, and more.
Introduction to Feng Shui:
Exploring the meaning of Feng Shui and how it influences one’s life, health and happiness.
Organic Garden Tour:
The Youth Garden projects tour features seven gardens.
Bicycle Maintenance:
Preventing and Fixing Flats, Basic Bicycle Adjustments
Introduction to Natural Remedies for the Cold/Flu Season:
Benefits and Application of Hydrotherapy, Movement Therapy – Healing Chi Quong, Touch Therapy – Massage for Health, Introduction to Homeopathy, Herbs for Immune Health – Steam Therapy, Teas & Poultice
Composting 101:
Learn about composting year round, what to compost and how.
Gift Making for the Recycler:
Braided Baskets, Gift Boxes, Decorated Picture Frames and more
Stone Carving:
Learn how to carve stone using alabaster and hand tools.
Recycled Mosaics:
Turn chipped dishes and pottery into mosaic art, focusing on tile placement, design and grouting.
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