2026 Schedule
All classes listed here take place at Bluebird Hill Homestead in West Knox County, TN. Address and directions are sent after registration.
Amenities:
We’re a working homestead with simple infrastructure – including a composting outhouse and trees and small shelters for shade. We generally hold classes rain or shine with exceptions for high winds / lightning. If you have specific questions about accessibility or other factors, just email me. We aim to accommodate as well as possible, but keep in mind that we are on hilly, uneven terrain and are operating under the Tennessee Agritourism Law.
We’ll always have water available on site. Packing a lunch is encouraged! Our classes are appropriate for ages 11 and up. We ask that anyone over the age of 11 purchases a ticket.
Foraging on the Farm
Bluebird Hill Homestead – Knoxville
Approximately 3 hours, 11:00 am to 2:00 pm
Enjoy a guided walk on our farm in West Knox County exploring the bounty of wild foods and medicinal plants. Sustainable harvest is welcomed, so bring a bag for your finds!
$30
Foraging class dates for 2026:
March 22
April 19
May 17
June 21
July 19
Aug 16
Sept 20
Oct 18
Nov 22
Dec 13
Abundance Abounds
Learn how to apply the ethics and principles of permaculture on your land to build resilient systems. This is a presentation that includes handouts, conversation / Q&A and a property walk on our farm in West Knox County.
Approximately 4 hours, $80 / person
11 am to 3 pm
May 3
July 5
Sept 6
Getting into the Weeds with Sheep
On farm class in West Knox County. Learn how we’ve been working with Katahdin hair sheep to heal marginal and fallow lands, build soil and encourage native and beneficial grasses and forbs. This involves exploring the pasture, understanding the grazing behaviors of sheep and demonstrating fencing techniques followed by Q&A and conversation. This class is strongly recommended for folks new to raising small ruminants or switching to a pasture-based model.
Approximately 3 hours $80/person
11:00 am to 2:00 pm
May 23
June 27
July 25
Aug 22
Sept 26
Bluebird Hill Farm Tour
This is a tour of our various regenerative systems – an overview of how we manage our gardens, perennial plantings, laying hens and rabbits, sheep flock and other details. If you’re new to homesteading and regenerative design, this is a good starting point.
$20/person
11:00 am until 2:00pm
Dates:
March 28
April 11
May 9
June 13
July 11
Aug 8
Sept 12
Oct 10
Nov 14
Dec 5