Course Description:
Suitable for kids 5years plus and adults too, we are calling all budding gardeners, young and old! Join us for an exciting 4-hour adventure on Bhaktivedanta Manor’s charming farm. Here’s what awaits you:
– Learn About Horticulture: Dive into the fascinating world of plants! Discover how they grow, thrive, and contribute to our environment.
– Hands-On Experience: Roll up your sleeves and help pick fresh veggies straight from the farm. Feel the soil between your fingers as you learn the art of harvesting.
– Green Thumb Basics: Our expert gardeners will teach you essential gardening skills. From planting techniques to nurturing your own green space at home, you’ll leave with newfound knowledge.
– Plant Your Seed: Each participant receives a special seed to take home. Plant it, nurture it, and watch it bloom—a living memory of your day on the farm!
– Light Lunch: Recharge with a delightful light lunch made from farm-fresh ingredients. Share stories and laughter with fellow nature enthusiasts.
Book your spot now and let’s cultivate a love for horticulture together!
Timetable:
930am Meet at Goshalla and walk to the farm (Bullock cart ride tbc)
10am Learn about Horticulture
1030-1230pm Help pick the veg
1230-130pm Learn how to grow plants at home and practice planting on the farm
130pm Take a seed to plant at home
2pm Light lunch on the farm
Provision of course material:
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| Date | 14 September |
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| Duration | 10am to 2pm |
| Course Fee | £10 |
| Mode | Onsite |
| Room | Holland Farm (Meet at Goshalla) |
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Courses are conducted with the School of Bhakti based at Bhaktivedanta Manor. Click below to book your spot on this course now!
Ready to book?
Courses are conducted with the School of Bhakti based at Bhaktivedanta Manor. Click below to book your spot on this course now!
Teacher Bio
Shyam Hari das is actively involved in the horticulture project at the New Gokul Farm. Inspired by the teachings of Srila Prabhupada and having spent his early childhood in a traditional home with cows and growing all food in their own farm, ecology, self-sufficiency and sustainability has been a subject close to his heart. Beyond his day job of working as a Solution Architect within public sector, he is a regular speaker on Vedic philosophy of Varnasrama dharma and particularly passionate about training young children and families in natural living, cow care and organic farming.