https://firstlightfarm-upick.square.site/  "Learn and Grow" - an Experiential Learning Program for people who want to learn to grow vegetables with Jeremy Houston, First Light Farm's lead farmer - FULL FOR 2022
There's so much to learn if you want to know how to grow your own vegetables. Join this small group of individuals in this experiential class with First Light Farm's lead farmer, Jeremy Houston, and learn not only the basics, but grow your own vegetables.   Two-three hours on Sunday afternoons, March through October.
You'll grow your own food by learning soil prep and amendments, seeding and propagation, building a greenhouse tunnel, familiarity to plant, crop, season cycles, crop rotation, learning small equipment, irrigation techniques, weed and pest control, and harvest techniques.  You will also be able to sell any of your produce at First Light Farm's farm stand. Participate in our community of farmers and learn the skills you'll need to become proficient as a grower. Email for cost, details and program description. Join us for a great season of growing!

DUE TO HEAT TEMPERATURES, THE TIME HAS BEEN CHANGED TO 10-NOON
Make Your Own Lavender Wand with Jane Boise
Saturday, July 30, 10-noon at First Light Farm
Sign up for a 30-45 minute session at 10, 10:30, 11:00
The lavender wand is one of the many lavender crafts that dates back hundreds of years in Europe. Since the essential oil remains for years, so do lavender wands. Simply squeeze a wand to release the delicious scent.
In this workshop, you will make your own wand using ribbon, fresh lavender and a simple weaving technique.  Lavender, ribbon and instructions provided. $25; $5 each additional wand.
Great family activity!
Reserve your place: firstlightfarm84@gmail.com

DUE TO HEAT TEMPERATURES, THIS CLASS HAS BEEN POSTPONED UNTIL SATURDAY,  8/6
FROM 3-6 PM
Wildlife Photography and Tracking Class with Alycia Scheidel
Saturday, July 30th, 3-6 pm at First Light Farm, 1202 West Snoqualmie River Rd NE
Are you interested in branching into wildlife photography? Learn techniques and settings for achieving clear and compelling wildlife images, ethics in photographing wildlife, camera trapping, an introduction to wildlife tracks and signs, bird language, and much more!  This 3-hour class will involve field time so appropriate attire for trekking required through woodlands and fields.  Bring your own water.
Prerequisites:
  • must have basic understanding of a DSLR and camera settings; and
  • must bring a digital camera to the class (it doesn't have to be yours, it can be borrowed, but please come with the knowledge of how to use it.
Class Details:
  • Three-hour class
  • $50 per person
  • Limited to 10 people
About the Instructor:  Alycia Scheidel is a Duvall-based wildlife photographer with over a decade of photography experience. She has worked in many different photography fields including portraiture, sport, and photojournalism, but wildlife is her passion. Alycia is a wildlife tracker and spends all of her free timein the woods seeking out wild creatures. She is currently documenting mountain lion activity in the Marckworth State  Forest, and is a team leader for Conservation Northwest on a remote camera project monitoring wolverine activity in western Washington. She hopes that her efforts in capturing  compelling images and stories of local wildlife will inspire the protection of species and conservation of their vital habitats. You can find her work on Instagram at @Alyrenwildlife.  Advance payment can be submitted through our online store: https://firstlightfarm-upick.square.site/

Learn to Preserve the Harvest – MAKING PICKLES!  (note: date change)
Saturday, August 6th, 1-3 pm -  open to families and individuals
Come join the wonder and joy of preserving the bounty of the garden. Learn some of the basics of how to safely preserve produce using the hot water bath method. Learn by doing the process together.  Each participant will prep their cukes and onions/garlic and take home a jar of dill pickles to enjoy later.
Instructor: Kaila Russell
$35 PER PERSON (INCLUDES CANNING JAR); $30 MEMBERS.
Participants need to bring their own knife and cutting board. Limited to 15 people.
Email firstlightfarm84@gmail.com to secure your place!      
 
Salsa Making Class
Saturday, August 27th, 1-3 pm - family oriented experience
Sunday, August 28th, 1-3 pm -  for individuals
Eating fresh salsa from your garden produce is great, but pulling a jar of preserved salsa off of your shelf in November is wonderful!
 Come learn how to safely preserve your zesty garden salsa as well as the basics of using a hot water bath method of canning in this fun, hands-on class. Each participant will take home a pint of salsa to enjoy!
Instructor: Kaila Russell
$35 PER PERSON (INCLUDES CANNING JAR); $30 MEMBERS.
Participants need to bring their own knife and cutting board. Limited to 15 people.
Email firstlightfarm84@gmail.com to secure your place!      

Basket Weaving
Saturday, September 10th, 12-3 pm - family oriented experience
Sunday, September 11th, 12-3 pm - designed especially for individuals
Basket weaving is the oldest craft known, but is so much more than a cool old craft. It's a great way to connect with old traditions and make a timeless keepsake...for yourself or to give as a gift. There are so many parallels between weaving and life's journey. Every basket tells a story, and you can feel your story come to life as you weave.
Join us for this 3-hour class and make an 8-10 inch round basket using dyed and natural round reed. No weaving experience needed. Just willing hands. All supplies provided.
Bring a light lunch, water and a comfortable chair). $45.00 for adults. $40.00 for First Light Farm members. $60.00 for families/$55.00 for First Light Farm member families. Limited to 15 participants. Email firstlightfarm84@gmail.com to secure your place!      

Canning Tomatoes with Kaila Russell -- how to use up those "seconds"
Saturday, September 17th, 1-3 pm