Workshops at Cloud Mountain Farm Center
At Cloud Mountain we are passionate about learning. We offer the community a variety of workshops on topics ranging from basic food gardening to advanced fruit tree care. Many of our workshops take place outside in the demonstration gardens and fields to provide real-world examples and hands-on guidance. Please come prepared for the weather; even our indoor seminar space can be on the cool side.
Most workshops are $15 per person. Our advanced classes are more in-depth and hands-on, and range from $40 for a session, up to $90 for an in-depth series. Scholarships are available upon request; no one will be turned away based on ability to pay. Please register for classes at our website or by phone at (360) 966-5859.
Upcoming Workshops
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Learn to Grow Fruit Trees 02/15/20, 10:30am - 12:30pm | If you're thinking about planting fruit trees, but don't know where to start, this is the workshop for you. You’ll learn about the easiest varieties... |
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Growing Apples and Pears- Working with Larger Rootstock Trees 02/22/20, 10:30am - 12:30pm | Are you interested in growing apples and pears? This class will cover growing techniques and pruning methods for apple and pear trees. The techniques covered... |
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Advanced Apple and Pear Growing, Two Part Hands-On Course 02/22/20, 1:30pm - 3:30pm | Part 1: (Sat 2/22 1:30pm-3:30pm OR Sat 2/29 10:30am-12:30pm ) This two-part class will take you beyond theory and enhance your skills as a fruit... |
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Growing Small Fruits 02/29/20, 1:30pm - 3:30pm | Did you know that Northwest gardeners can grow an incredible variety of fruits and berries? This workshop will focus on techniques for growing small fruiting... |
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Learn to Grow Organic Fruit at Home 03/07/20, 10:30am - 12:30pm | You can grow tree fruits and berries using organic practices, even in our challenging climate. Learn how to keep your trees and berry plants healthy... |
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Growing Apples and Pears- Working with Dwarf & Mini-dwarf Rootstock Trees 03/07/20, 1:30pm - 3:30pm | Are you interested in growing apples and pears? This class will cover growing techniques and pruning methods for apple and pear trees. The techniques covered... |
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Growing Wine Grapes 03/14/20, 10:30am - 12:30pm | The Center has been conducting wine grape variety trials for almost 20 years, and developing different training systems to improve grape production. We want to... |
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Winter Propagation: Grafting 03/14/20, 1:30pm - 3:30pm | Propagation by grafting is fun and a satisfying way to create new plants. In this two-hour workshop, you’ll learn how to propagate fruit trees and... |
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Growing Table Grapes 03/21/20, 10:30am - 12:30pm | For the past few years, the Center has been trialing different training systems for table grapes and we are seeing very impressive results. Join us... |
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Learn to Grow a Vegetable Garden 03/28/20, 10:30am - 12:30pm | Do you feel overwhelmed at the thought of starting your first garden? Vegetable gardening can be fun and rewarding, however it involves more than just... |
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Winter Propagation: Hardwood Cuttings 03/28/20, 1:30pm - 3:30pm | Propagation by hardwood cuttings may be the easiest way for the home gardener to make new plants. We’ll look at materials needed, including media, tools... |
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Grow a Fruiting Wall: Espalier and Beyond 04/04/20, 10:30am - 12:30pm | Fruiting Walls and Espalier training systems use a trellis system, and typically produce more fruit per square foot than conventionally trained fruit trees. We will... |
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Growing Stone Fruits: Cherries, Peaches, Apricots & Plums 04/04/20, 1:30pm - 3:30pm | Growing cherries, plums, peaches and apricots can be both rewarding and challenging in our maritime climate. This workshop covers planting, growing techniques, and pruning of... |
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Advanced Stone Fruit Growing, Two Part Hands-On Course 04/25/20, 10:30am - 12:30pm | Part 1: (Sat 4/25 10:30am-12:30pm) Do you still hesitate before you make a pruning cut on your plum or cherry trees? This two-part class will... |
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Sustainable Landscaping 05/02/20, 10:30am - 12:30pm | Your garden can be both beautiful and productive. In this workshop, you’ll learn how to draw pollinators and beneficial insects to your garden, as well... |
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Plant Your Winter Vegetable Garden Now! 06/13/20, 10:30am - 12:30pm | Who doesn’t love having fresh vegetables in the fall and winter? Here in the Northwest, it’s possible to grow and harvest vegetables almost year round.... |
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Summer Propagation: Softwood Cuttings 06/13/20, 10:30am - 12:30pm | The skill of propagating cuttings is something every gardening enthusiast should have in their tool belt. If a few simple guidelines are followed, softwood and... |
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Summer Care in the Vineyard 06/20/20, 1:30pm - 3:30pm | This workshop walks you through best practices for managing your vineyard in the hot summer months. The class will cover shoot positioning, summer pruning, bunch... |
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Plant a Pollinator Garden! 06/27/20, 10:30am - 12:30pm | Come celebrate National Pollinator Week by learning to enhance pollinator habitat in your garden. By incorporating pollinator plantings, you can help increase the pollinator and... |
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Summer Propagation: Fruit Tree Grafting by Chip Budding 08/08/20, 10:30am - 12:30pm | Are you looking to expand your grafting skills? This two-hour course will introduce you to the basic principles of chip bud grafting. In addition to... |
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Making Hard Cider 09/26/20, 1:00pm - 3:30pm | Are you overwhelmed with apples every year? Thinking about turning them into hard cider? This workshop is your chance to learn about hard cider production.... |
