Taking a deep breath...and teaching
As scary as it is for me, I am offering an upcoming series of basic 101 organic gardening classes in the Los Angeles area. I'm one of those people who needs to know everything before I do something, and also thinks that everyone probably knows everything that I already know - so what's there to teach, right? Time and again, I'm proven wrong on that point, so here I go - teaching what I know.
For the sake of moral support, tips on not passing out from nervousness, and anything else you can think of, here is the ad I put out there for the world to see:
Attention all Gardenerds! Are you a beginning to intermediate level gardener longing for a basic Organic Gardening 101 class? Maybe you are a veteran gardener who wants to learn organic gardening techniques? Well, look no further, the Gardenerd Organic Gardening Series is here!
Beginning in February, we will be holding Saturday classes in the Los Angeles area on the following topics:
The Basics 1 - Soil, Soil Amendments and Fertilizers: Learn how to build great soil using organic materials and mother nature. Know the difference between organic and conventional fertilizers. Get the scoop on the ecological benefits of organic gardening.
The Basics 2 - Small Space and Container Gardening. Explore Square Foot Gardening, Bio-Intensive and other methods for making the most of your small space. Learn tricks and tips for beautiful container gardens. Discover your options for water-saving irrigation in small spaces.
The Basics 3 - Starting, Transplants and Heirlooms: Starting seeds at home opens a world of possibilities, learn how to nurse plants from seed to seedling. Know how to pick the best transplants at the nursery. Discover the benefits of growing with heirloom varieties.
The Basics 4 - Pruning, Tools and Tool Care: Know when to prune, how much to prune and what to prune it with. Learn how to keep your tools sharp and make them last for a lifetime.
Sound Interesting? Click here to get on the VIP list for more information and details about class dates, times and cost. Be sure to let us know what you want to learn the most (especially if you don't see it listed here).
The good news is that people are actually signing up for this. Wish me luck!
Christy Wilhelmi www.gardenerd.com
Great web site Christie. Where are you teaching?
Posted by: Shirley Bovshow | January 26, 2008 at 12:34 PM
Thanks, Shirley. I'll be teaching the classes in my own backyard in Mar Vista, CA. Near Palms Avenue and Centinela Ave. That way, if it's raining we can be inside, and if it's not, we can be out in the yard. Classes begin February 23, 2008 and run through March 22, 2008 - could be a rainy time of year, but I'm keeping my fingers crossed.
Posted by: Christy Wilhelmi | January 27, 2008 at 06:45 PM