SUBJECT: Arid Land Restoration

SPONSOR: SFCC

AUDIENCE: General Public

DATE: 29 February

TIME: 9-noon

LOCATION: SFCC

CREDITS: 3 CE

COST: $39

DETAILS: Learn to restore the unique landscape of the arid Southwest. Heal degraded landscapes through mulching, seeding and erosion control. Water harvesting structures that create microclimates for moisture and growth. Structures like one rock das, rock rundowns, medialunas and zuni bowls are introduced. It's all about harvesting organic matter, storing water in the soil and encouraging vegetative growth and stable landscapes. Examine the ecological restoration projects and their success rates at Ampersand Sustainable Learning Center. We will also tour SFCC's grounds and observe patterns on the land

REGISTRATION: Through SFCC Continuing Ed: CRN 30992 Instructor: Amanda Bramble