Calendar

April 24-25, 2020 – Virtual Class

Considering the current health crisis I am having to cancel the originally formatted class.  The good news is I have figured out a way to deliver this valuable material virtually and reschedule the field portion of the class.

Friday April 24th
4:00 pm – 6:00 pm (MT)

Saturday April 25th
10:00 am – 12:00 noon (MT)
Break 12:00 to 2:00 pm (MT)
2:00 pm – 4:00 pm (MT)

Note: I will be recording the presentation as well, so you can go back and watch the replay if you’re unable to make the above times or simply want to digest it a second time.

Saturday, July 11th – Field Day

Field Day at the farm (lavender will be blooming at this time – lots to see and do!)
9:00 am – 1:00 pm (lunch after)

BONUS ADDED: Schedule a 30-minute FREE consultation with me on the phone or in person.

The virtual portion would be covered by the deposit you already paid. The balance would be due at the time of the field visit. If you can’t make the field portion of the class that is ok.  You will not be charged.

Learn how to prepare, plant, process, and market lavender from one of the industry’s leading growers. Instructor Paola Legarre has been successfully growing and selling organic lavender for more than 12 years.

This three-day experience begins with an interactive lecture  where you can ask specific questions about your lavender growing operation and get to know Paola.

Day 2 brings 4 more hours of course instruction and Q&A.

Field Day: We will have hands on instructions in the field; review harvest, post harvest handling, distillation and review specific planting methods.

Topics will include:

• • Preparing beds – Design for the end in mind
  • Weed Control
  • Irrigation
  • Planting
  • Pruning
  • Harvesting for optimum use
  • Post harvest handling
  • Species selection
  • Different cultivars and their marketability
  • Introduction to lavender propagation
  • and much much more….

9 hours of course instruction include an in-depth farm tour, hands-on learning, lecture and a Q&A session.

Tuition

Cost: $475/person(Virtual and field day) or $800 for single operation (limit 2 persons). Or $237.50 per person for virtual class only.

50% deposit is due at time of booking to reserve your seat. Remaining 50% due two weeks before the field event. Paola will contact you around that time with information on how to pay remaining balance.

Details

Lunch is included on field day.

Nearest Airport: Grand Junction, CO
Hotels & B&B’s: Wine Country Inn, Palisade Wine Valley Inn, Dream Catcher Bed & Breakfast, Vistas & Vineyards
Camping: Palisade Base camp RV Resort, Colorado River State Park – Island Acres, RV Ranch

Tickets must be purchased for all listed events.

FRIDAY, JUNE 26TH

LAVENDER INSPIRED TEA PARTY

During Lavender Festival Re-imagined we will be offering an intimate tea party set for two in the orchard. You will experience a beautiful setting while tasting lavender inspired sweet and savory treats, lavender tea and lavender lemonade.

June 26th 2020 times 10:00 am, 12:00 noon, 2:00 pm. Tables will be set for two, if there are more in your party we will place tables together.  Ticket price includes two persons. Just let us know. Buy tickets now.

SWAG MAKING CLASS

Enjoy our fresh bloom of lavender and flowers.  Make a swag(an upside down bouquet) with expert instruction.  Swag making workshop will include instruction and all materials to make a beautiful long lasting bundle you can hang on your wall or  door. We will offer one class on June 26th, 2020.  Times will be at 2:00 pm. Class will be limited to 10 persons. Buy tickets now.

WREATH MAKING CLASS

Enjoy our fresh bloom and make a lavender wreath with expert instruction.  Fresh lavender wreath making workshop will include instruction and all materials to make a beautiful long lasting wreath. We will offer two classes on June 26th, 2020.  Times will be at 10:00 am and 12:00 pm. Each class will be limited to 10 persons. Buy tickets now.

SATURDAY & SUNDAY JUNE 27TH AND 28TH

SELF GUIDED LAVENDER TOUR  – EXPLORE & ENGAGE YOUR FIVE SENSES

You will be able to explore your five senses through a self guided tour. Five stations will be set up that will allow you to explore the taste, smell, site, touch and sound of a lavender farm. Some of the activities will include pick your own lavender, smelling essential oils, and tasting lavender treats. Buy tickets now.

LAVENDER INSPIRED TEA PARTY

Enjoy an intimate tea party set for two in the orchard. You will experience a beautiful setting while tasting lavender inspired sweet and savory treats, lavender tea and lavender lemonade.

June 11th  2020 times 10:00 am, 11:00 am, 12:00 noon. Tables will be set for two, if there are more in your party we will place tables together.  Just let us know. Ticket price includes two persons. Just let us know. Buy tickets now.