🔥 Winter Workshop Series Kickoff: Biochar Demonstration! 🔥

Join us Saturday, November 14th, from 9am–3pm for a hands-on look at biochar, a powerful tool for building healthy soil and managing forest fuels.

TENATIVE SCHEDULE

8:45 am Registration, coffee and morning snacks

9:00 am Welcome and Introduction to BioChar

Morning Session: Start Demonstration of Kiln - Pyrolysis in Action, Education about biochar and local ecology

12:00pm Lunch - bring your own lunch, warm soup will be provided.

Afternoon session: Hands on learning and take some Biochar home!

ABOUT BIOCHAR

Biochar is charcoal made from wood and plant materials using low-oxygen heat. When added to soil, it improves water and nutrient retention, supports healthy plants, and locks carbon in the ground for hundreds to thousands of years.

WHAT TO EXPECT

  • Live biochar kiln demonstration

  • Learn from local experts

  • See how biochar helps forests, gardens, and farms

  • Connect with community partners

  • A full day of learning with special community guests

  • Light refreshments provided

  • Registration is required - space is limited. Because we’ll be working at a sensitive habitat site, space is limited to just 20 participants. Reserve your spot soon! For more information and to register email: stevenson.wa.grange@gmail.com/ 503-954-4990

This workshop is made possible in partnership with the Stevenson Grange, Friends of the Columbia Gorge, the US Forest Service, and Clark Conservation District. 🌲

Underwood Conservation District