March 2009 Announcements
Please see below for announcements, coming events, and opportunities & best wishes for the coming season!
1. SARC helping to gauge Economic Impacts of INVASIVE PESTS!
2. ENVIRONMENTAL ED: Jon Young Workshop: 3/6-8
3. SOLAR COOKING ‘How-To’ Workshop: 3/7
4. TIM LaSALLE, Rodale Institute CEO, returns to SLO: 3/8
5. Ranching SUSTAINABILITY SELF-ASSESSMENT Workshop: 3/19
6. KITCHEN GARDEN Workshop: 3/22
7. Sixth International IPM Symposium: 3/24-26
8. Renowned NUTRITIONIST to speak at Cal Poly: 4/2
9. The Vineyard Team’s Annual FOOD & WINE FESTIVAL: 4/18
10. March Issue of ‘CASA FESTIVA’ on-line now
11. Learn about SUSTAINABLE RANGE MANAGEMENT this Summer!
12. Exciting Fellowship & Career Opportunities at UC DAVIS
13. Poster Proposals sought for UC/CSU Sustainability Conference
14. Cal Poly ORGANIC FARM’S Spring/Summer CSA begins! 3/30
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1. SARC helping to gauge Economic Impacts of INVASIVE PESTS!
SARC recently received funding from the state Invasive Pest Coalition (IPC) to gather and analyze data to determine the economic impacts on growers who are placed under quarantine for harmful pests. Professor David Headrick is working with graduate student Maria Murrietta on the analysis. Results of the project will gauge threats posed by invasive insects, in particular, the light brown apple moth or the glassy winged sharpshooter, as well as costs of quarantines in two California Counties (Kern and Sonoma). In the future, it is hoped project results will be built upon to include other pests, and other regions, in California’s efforts to battle harmful, non-native insects. The IPC comprises a broad range of farming organizations committed to supporting efforts to prevent the introduction of invasive pests in California.
2. ENVIRONMENTAL ED: Jon Young Workshop: 3/6-8
Naturalist / Environmental Educator, Jon Young, will return to the Central Coast on March 6 through 8, at a weekend workshop in Templeton. This will be an inspiring educational program for those seeking to teach/connect with nature. Mr. Young is author of ‘Coyote’s Guide to Connecting with Nature.’ For over 30 years, he has collaborated globally with organizations and individuals to foster deeper community and nature connections through the power of cultural mentoring principles. This event is ideal for those interested in sustainability, health and education. The workshop is presented by Outside Now!/CCVC. For more information, call: 541-9900 or visit www.theccvc.org.
3. SOLAR COOKING ‘How-To’ Workshop: 3/7
Cook with only the Sun! The sun provides an endless supply of free, non-polluting energy. Learn how to cook with simple, solar ovens and save money, time, and natural resources. March 7th @ 11-1:00 (rain or shine) at the Steynberg Gallery, Tea & Coffee House, 1531 Monterey St., SLO. The class is FREE! For more info, contact: Marcia Alter at: malter1011@aol.com
4. TIM LaSALLE, Rodale Institute CEO, returns to SLO: 3/8
“Citizens for Planning Responsibly” (CPR) invites you to an inspirational address by Timothy LaSalle, former Cal Poly professor, current Executive Director of the Rodale Institute, and international expert on sustainable agriculture. He will be addressing local ag-land preservation concerns. Sunday, March 8, 2009. Refreshments at 6:00 pm - Talk at 7:00 pm in the SLO Library Community Room (Corner of Palm and Osos Streets in SLO). This is a CPR Fundraiser. Tickets are $20.
5. Ranching SUSTAINABILITY SELF-ASSESSMENT Workshop: 3/19
UC Cooperative Extension presents a Working Among the Oaks workshop: “Ranching Sustainability Self-Assessment Project”. Thursday, March 19 from 8:30 am – 3 pm at the Veterans Memorial Building, 801 Grand Ave. in SLO. Learn more about the economic, ecological, and social aspects of ranching sustainability by: 1) self-assessing your ranching operation with sustainability in mind, 2) discussing the self-assessment process and several aspects of sustainability with other ranchers, and 3) reviewing rangeland water quality issues. This workshop will be of interest to ranchers, farmers, other private land managers, conservation professionals, students, and the general public. $15 to participate (refreshments and lunch provided). Registration questions? Contact Sherry Cooper, 530-224-4902, slcooper@nature.berkeley.edu. Details and more info are available on-line at: http://danr.ucop.edu/ihrmp/
6. KITCHEN GARDEN Workshop: 3/22
A ‘Kitchen Garden Workshop’ will be held at the San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden on March 22 from 1-4 PM. Fee: $20/person or $30/couple (non-members: $25/$40). Come create a raised vegetable and herb garden and learn how to have a kitchen garden of your own. Three guest speakers will share knowledge about edible landscapes. Todd Davidson of Sage Eco Landscapes, Jordan Hosea of N’Credible Edibles, and Sharon Lovejoy, author of children’s gardening books. Find details at: http://www.slobg.org/Events_And_Activities.htm
7. Sixth International IPM Symposium: 3/24-26
Sixth International IPM Symposium, "Transcending Boundaries” - March 24–26 at the Oregon Convention Center, Portland, OR. Symposium sessions will address IPM across disciplines internationally, in agriculture, the market place, urban settings, greenhouses, and more. CEUs offered. For details, see: http://www.ipmcenters.org/ipmsymposium09/
8. Renowned NUTRITIONIST to speak at Cal Poly: 4/2
Presenting Dr. Brian Wansink, Thursday April 2 at 7:00 p.m. National bestselling author, nutrition expert, and recent Executive Director of the USDA Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion, Dr. Brian Wansink presents on his latest book, “Mindless Eating: Why We Eat More Than We Think.” The program will feature Q & A, and a book signing. Don’t miss out on this great chance to hear the latest in nutrition marketing, psychology, and behavior! At the Cal Poly Performing Arts Center (PAC). $6 students, $10 general admission. For more information contact COPE, the Emerging Center for Obesity Prevention and Education at Cal Poly: COPE@calpoly.edu, or (805) 756-0673. Tickets can be purchased @ the PAC: http://www.pacslo.org/
9. The Vineyard Team’s Annual FOOD & WINE FESTIVAL: 4/18
A Central Coast food and wine classic will happen in celebration of Earth Day on April 18th! For details, please visit: www.vineyardteam.org/events/earthday.php
10. March Issue of ‘CASA FESTIVA’ on-line now
Learn about the goodness of tangerines and more on this month’s Casa Festive newsletter: www.CasaFestiva.com
11. Learn about SUSTAINABLE RANGE MANAGEMENT this Summer!
An exciting new Cal Poly course (ASCI 400,470, 471 this time around) will take place at the beautiful Swanton Pacific ranch this summer. Sustainable Rangeland and Livestock Management, a 9-unit, 3-week course offered during Summer Quarter 2009 (August 17th-September 4th). This will be a fantastic opportunity for students interested in sustainable rangeland and livestock practices. It features some of the State’s leading resource professionals. Topics will include: Agriculture Systems Management, Water Systems & Development, Rangeland Health, Soil Productivity & Erosion, Holistic Management, Watershed Hydrology and more! Enroll through regular Cal Poly Summer Quarter Registration, or Cal Poly Continuing Education. Contact Rob Rutherford at rrutherf@calpoly.edu for additional information.
12. Exciting Fellowship & Career Opportunities at UC DAVIS
Two full-time scientific leadership positions are being offered to coordinate efforts for the statewide UC Sustainable Agriculture Research & Education Program (SAREP), a unit of the Agricultural Sustainability Institute (ASI) at UC Davis. The individuals in these positions will work closely with the director and teams of faculty and staff to coordinate efforts within one of two main thematic areas: Food & Society and Agriculture, Resources, & the Environment. Fellowship opportunities on study areas related to sustainable agriculture are also being offered. Please review full position descriptions at www.asi.ucdavis.edu/recruitment/. Candidates should apply online at https://secure.caes.ucdavis.edu/Recruitment/. For more information, contact Bev Ransom by email at baransom@ucdavis.edu or call (530) 754-8546.
13. Poster Proposals sought for UC/CSU/CCC Sustainability Conference
Poster Proposals Due: April 15th, 2009 The UC/CSU/CCC Sustainability Conference encourages you to submit a proposal to present at their upcoming conference. The conference was established in 2001 for the exchange of best practices between people engaged in, or seeking to learn more about, campus sustainability-from teaching and academic research to all aspects of campus operations. Conference dates June 21st-24th, 2009. Questions: Call 805-893-2003 or email kmaynard@geog.ucsb.edu. For more information and to submit: http://sustainability.ucsb.edu/conference/proposals.php
14. Cal Poly ORGANIC FARM’S Spring/Summer CSA begins! 3/30
Sign up for 12 or 24 weeks of a mixed box of organic veggies and fruit grown by Cal Poly students on our organic farm, and by local growers! $20/ week for small shares (feeds 2) or $26.50/week for large shares (feeds 3 or 4). This is an excellent way to support organic agricultural education at Cal Poly. Boxes can be picked up at the on-campus farm, or at several county-wide drop sites (Pismo Beach, SLO, Morro Bay, Atascadero). For more information, call 756 6139 or visit: www.calpolyorgfarm.com
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