June Classes

AQUAPONICS WORKSHOP I – BUILDING SESSION
Sun., June 2
9 a.m. to noon

Aquaponics (AP) is an efficient method of food production that combines aquaculture (raising fish) and hydroponics (growing plants in water) in a contained ecosystem free of artificial inputs. In this session, instructors from Local Roots Aquaponics and Tucson AquaPonics Project will show you how to build a single-tank system from start to finish, discuss different options for AP systems and building materials and the basics of getting them running. They provide an instruction manual for you to build your own single-tank system, complete with recommended sources for parts. Each student receives a 10 percent off coupon for supplies at EcoGro (some tanks excluded).

$40, $30 members
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Sign up for the morning building session on its own or together with the advanced afternoon classroom session. Receive a discount for taking both sessions the same day. $65, $55 members  Register Online

 

AQUAPONICS WORKSHOP II – CLASSROOM SESSION
Sun., June 2
1 to 4 p.m.

Aquaponics (AP) is an efficient method of food production that combines aquaculture (raising fish) and hydroponics (growing plants in water) in a contained ecosystem free of artificial inputs. In this classroom session, instructors from Local Roots Aquaponics and Tucson AquaPonics Project will offer advice on how to successfully run an AP system, the different choices you will have (e.g., fish, plants, controlled environments and materials), local conditions and where to get supplies. Each student receives a summary document of the material presented and a 10 percent off coupon for supplies at EcoGro (some tanks excluded).

$40, $30 members
Register Online

Sign up for this afternoon classroom session on its own or together with the morning building session. Receive a discount for taking both sessions the same day: $65, $55 members  Register Online

 

YOGA IN THE GARDENS
Thu., June, 6, 13, 20 and 27 (four-class series)
8 to 9 a.m.

Start your day off on the right foot with weekly sessions of invigorating and centering yoga practice in our beautiful garden setting (held inside as needed for heat or inclement weather). Led by Laura Greenlaw, a certified yoga instructor with nine years of teaching experience, each one-hour class will include centering hatha yoga poses taught using good alignment and breath work. Students will learn to create both flexibility and strength in their bodies. No previous experience necessary. After class, take time to wander the Gardens (class price includes admission on each class day).

One month $40, $30 members
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YEAR-ROUND GARDEN MAINTENANCE
Sat., June 8
10 a.m. to noon

Good design and the right plant in the right place will minimize your maintenance. However, plants are living things and have to be cared for. Learn how to maintain your Tucson garden without back-breaking work. In this class, horticulturist Solveig Palanek will cover when and how to prune, pest management, fertilizing, tool care, mulching, weeding, irrigation checks and more. Learn how to develop an annual maintenance plan and prepare your garden to thrive all year.

$14, $10 members
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REDUCE YOUR ENERGY WASTELINE WORKSHOP

Sat., June 22

10 a.m. to noon

Specially trained energy coaches from the City of Tucson and the Metropolitan Energy Commission will show you how to save money by saving energy at home—from properly applying weather stripping to installing low-flow shower heads and much more.  Each student will leave with a conservation toolkit filled with supplies you can use immediately to make your home more comfortable and energy-efficient ($40 value).

Free with Gardens admission, but pre-registration is required.
Pre-register Online

AQUAPONICS WORKSHOP I – BUILDING SESSION

Sun., June 23

9 a.m. to noon

Aquaponics (AP) is an efficient method of food production that combines aquaculture (raising fish) and hydroponics (growing plants in water) in a contained ecosystem free of artificial inputs. In this session, instructors from Local Roots Aquaponics and Tucson AquaPonics Project will show you how to build a single-tank system from start to finish, discuss different options for AP systems and building materials and the basics of getting them running. They provide an instruction manual for you to build your own single-tank system, complete with recommended sources for parts. Each student receives a 10 percent off coupon for supplies at EcoGro (some tanks excluded).

$40, $30 members

Register Online

 

Sign up for the morning building session on its own or together with the advanced afternoon classroom session. Receive a discount for taking both sessions the same day. $65, $55 members Register Online

AQUAPONICS WORKSHOP II – CLASSROOM SESSION

Sun., June 23 

1 to 4 p.m.

Aquaponics (AP) is an efficient method of food production that combines aquaculture (raising fish) and hydroponics (growing plants in water) in a contained ecosystem free of artificial inputs. In this classroom session, instructors from Local Roots Aquaponics and Tucson AquaPonics Project will offer advice on how to successfully run an AP system, the different choices you will have (e.g., fish, plants, controlled environments and materials), local conditions and where to get supplies. Each student receives a summary document of the material presented and a 10 percent off coupon for supplies at EcoGro (some tanks excluded).

$40, $30 members

Register Online

Sign up for this afternoon classroom session on its own or together with the morning building session. Receive a discount for taking both sessions the same day: $65, $55 members Register Online

LIZARDS, LIZARDS, LIZARDS

Thu., June 27 

6 to 8 p.m.

The Sonoran Desert is home to a wide variety of reptiles. This class will look at some of the more conspicuous reptiles, the lizards. Lizards are often active during the day, exhibit interesting behaviors, and some are quite colorful. Why do so many lizards do push-ups? How do some lizards easily lose their tails when a predator threatens? Join us to find out—and meet some of these scaly friends in person.  This family-friendly class includes live animals.

$17, $12 members
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Class information:
To register by phone with a credit card or for more information, call (520)326-9686, Ext. 19. For Youth Education class information, dial Ext. 31.  All classes require pre-registration unless otherwise noted. Payment must be received in advance in order to reserve a place in a class, workshop, or field trip. No refunds can be guaranteed if cancellation is made within seven days of the class. Special cancellation fees may apply to trips.

Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter by contacting 520-326-9686 ext. 19. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.

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