2025 Schedule
All classes listed here take place at Bluebird Hill Homestead in West Knox County, TN. Address and directions are sent after registration.
To register for any of these classes, please email strongrootsresources@gmail.com. Most of these classes can be taught at other locations as well. If you’re interested in having me out as a speaker / educator, reach out and we can make those arrangements.
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’ll always have tea and water available on site. Packing a lunch is encouraged!
Foraging on the Farm
Bluebird Hill Homestead – Knoxville
11 am to 2 pm
Enjoy a walk on our farm in West Knox County exploring the bounty of wild foods and medicinal plants.
Foraging class dates for 2025:
- September 21
- October 11
- November 8
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 slides, conversation / Q&A and a property walk on our farm in West Knox County.
Approximately 4 hours, $70 / person
11 am to 3 pm
Check back in 2026 for new dates!
Grazing Sheep to Heal the Land
On farm class in West Knox County. Learn how we’ve been using sheep to heal marginal, long fallow lands. This mostly involves exploring the pasture, understanding the behaviors of sheep and demonstrating fencing techniques with Q&A and conversation.
Approximately 3 hours $50/person
11 am to 2 pm
- September 20
Partnering with Trees on the Permaculture Homestead
This class focuses on ways to incorporate trees within your property design for overall resilience. Covers the basics of silvopasture and livestock fodder as well as tree choice, site selection, microclimates, planting techniques and more. Includes a property walk as well. 4 hrs $100/ person
11 am to 3 pm
- Sunday, October 19th
Communing with Nature Through Thoughtful Design
A class about creating habitat for pollinators and ecological support on the suburban and urban scale
3 hours $40 / person
11 am to 2 pm
Includes a tour of the gardens here on the homestead
- Dates TBD
Bluebird Hill Open House Gathering
This is a gathering open to the community for fellowship, barter, building connections and a Q&A opportunity about resilient homesteading and off grid / small scale living.
Suggested donation or $10 or a barter item.
12:00 pm until 4:00 pm
Dates:
- October 15 – Combined with local EarthTalk gathering. 6pm. RSVP HERE