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Photos: Daniel MacDonaldSaturday, September 7, 2013Raphael Garden Harvest Dinnerand Pie Auctionwith Harald Hoven and the ApprenticesThis annual fundraiser for the Raphael Gardenoffers a deliciously catered biodynamicdinner and features an entertaining pie auction.Come join us under the sycamores, takein the beauty of the Raphael Garden in theautumn, and celebrate healthy food together.Saturday, 4-10pm.Pre-purchase tickets at steinercollege.edu/csa.September 17-November 5, 2013Steiner’s Lectures on AgricultureA study led by Harald Hoven.Please read Lecture I prior to the first session onTuesday, Septem ber 17.Tuesdays 7-8:45pm.Individual Sessions $15 ($10 student/senior)Entire Series (8 sessions) $90 ($60 student/senior)HousingFor more information, e-mail housing@steinercollege.edu orcall 916-864-4816, or visit steinercollege.edu/housing.Meals and RefreshmentsClara’s Counter on campus offers organic food. TheCounter is open Monday–Friday, 8am-1:30pm and someweekends. Call 916-961-8727 ext 127.Registration RequirementsPre-register online for discounted prices at steinercollege.edu/registration. There is a $3 online and a $10 manualregistration fee; workshop fees are higher at the door.Pre-registration, which closes a week before the start dateof the event, is strongly encouraged and, in some cases,required. If a course is cancelled, you will be notified inadvance and refunded promptly. For refund informationvisit steinercollege.edu/registration.Questions?E-mail conferenceregistration@steinercollege.edu or call916-864-4864.CAMPUSRudolf Steiner CollegeA Center for Biodynamic EducationBiodynamic Farming, Gardening, and Beekeeping9200 Fair Oaks BoulevardFair Oaks, CA 95628www.steinercollege.eduNON-PROFIT ORG.U.S. POSTAGEPAIDPERMIT NO. 1491SACRAMENTO, CAVISIT US ONLINE at steinercollege.edu/biodynamicsto learn more about our faculty and workshops.2013-2014WorkshopCalendarBiodynamicsRudolf Steiner College

Facebook “f” Logo CMYK / .ai Facebook “f” Logo CMYK / .aiPerspectives on BiodynamicsWorkshop SeriesFour Seasons Biodynamic BeekeepingWorkshop SeriesHeld one Saturday each month for nine months (September–May), with a five-day intensive in June.Sessions may be taken individually or as a series. Beginners and experts are welcome.Saturday, September 14, 20131Foundations in Biodynamicsand Soilswith Hunter Francis and Harald HovenThis workshop will begin with an introductionto biodynamics: its origins, foundations,and defining concepts with practical soil work.Pre-register by September 7, 2013.Saturday, October 19, 20132Understanding the BiodynamicPreparationswith Harald HovenWe will make and apply “horn manure”(BD500), bury compost preparations, dig up“horn silica” (BD501), and learn about the balancingeffect of the spray preparations (BD500and BD501). Pre-register by October 12, 2013.Saturday, November 16, 20133Principles of BiodynamicCompostingwith Harald HovenWe will learn about the basics of compost-making,build a biodynamic compost pile, and discusshow to understand the biodynamic compostpreparations. Pre-register by November 9, 2013.Saturday, December 7, 20134Seed Saving for Self-Sufficiencywith Harald HovenThe miracle of the seed is the form of the futureit carries within. Instead of importing seeds,learn to save your own seed—a crucial part ofcreating a self-contained farm organism—byencouraging varieties best suited for your environment.Pre-register by December 1, 2013.experience our 20+ years ofbiodynamic research bybecoming an apprentice:steinercollege.edu/apprenticeshipSaturday, January 11, 20145Cosmic Rhythms andPlanting Calendarswith Harald HovenLearn about cosmic influences that affectplants and how planting calendars help you seeplants in relationship to cosmic events, increasingawareness of the land’s cosmic surroundings.Pre-register by January 4, 2014.Saturday, February 8, 20146Biodynamic Orchard Careand Fruit Tree Pruningwith Daniel Nicholson and Harald HovenWe will discuss orchard site selection, plantingtechniques, pests and diseases, biodynamicapplications, restoration of heritage trees, andorchard maintenance. We will have an extensivefield component on tree pruning and rootcare. Pre-register by February 1, 2014.Saturday, March 8, 20147Biodynamics and Permaculturewith Lydia Neilsen and Harald HovenWe will look at the relationship betweenbiodynamics and permaculture, and explorethe theoryexplore the theory and practice of“swales”—on-contour ditches to reduce erosion,filter water, and build organic matter—with ahands-on exercise. Pre-register by March 1, 2014.Sessions may be taken individually or as a series. Beginners and experts are welcome.Saturday, December 14, 20131Mid-winter Dreams: SpringPlanningwith Keith GelberLearn the respectful ways of biodynamic beekeepingand how to perform a “land audit” toprepare the location of your apiary. End by dippingcandles to bring in light during the darkwinter months. Pre-register by December 7, 2013.Saturday, March 22, 20142Spring Swarms:Building the Colonywith Keith GelberGet hands-on experience housing or catchinga swarm and inspecting a hive. You willalso have the option of assembling a hiveof your own (e-mail conferenceregistration@steinercollege.edu by March 1 if you plan totake home a hive: $170 payable in class). Preregisterby March 15, 2014.Like us on Facebook.com/RSteinerCollegeand share news and events!Follow us onTwitter.com/RSteinerCollege.Saturday, October 26, 2013Making the Transition toBiodynamic Beekeepingwith Keith GelberThis course is designed for beekeepers already raisinghoneybees who are wishing to learn more, ordeepen their understanding, of biodynamic beekeepingin accordance with the Demeter standards.This class is independent of the Biodynamic Beekeepingseries. Pre-register by October 19, 2013.Saturday, May 17, 20143Mid-season: Preparing for Dearthwith Keith GelberDeepen your skills in hive management accordingto biodynamic standards as we explorebehavior of the bees through the season andwhat we need to do in response. Pre-register byMay 10, 2014.Wednesday, June 18–Sunday, June 22Summer Advanced Intensivewith Harald and Cynthia HovenCulminate this 9-part workshop serieswith an intensive that includes handsonwork, study, and an exploration ofthe cosmic forces that affect the farm organism.Visit steinercollege.edu/bd-conferencefor more information.Saturday, April 12, 20148Biodynamic Animal Husbandrywith Marney Blair and Lisa BjornExplore the meaning of animal care from a biodynamicperspective. The class will discuss therole of the domestic animal and the role of thefarmer in relation to the animal and the farmorganism. We will also unearth biodynamicpreps from the autumn workshop. Pre-register byApril 5, 2014.Saturday, May 24, 20149Pests and Insectswith Harald Hoven and Keith GelberLearn how to manage insect, animal pests, andfungal disease by attracting beneficial insects.This workshop looks at insect identification,biodynamic pest control, pollinator habitat, andcare of the honeybee. Pre-register by May 17, 2014.FEES + TIMESAll workshops held Saturdays 9:00am-5:00pm.Pre-registration is strongly encouraged.Price in advance:Individual Sessions $85 ($65 student/senior)Perspectives Series (9) $615 ($465 student/senior)Beekeeping Series (4) $275 ($210 student/senior)Price at door:Individual Sessions $110 ($90 student/senior)Perspectives Series (9) $640 ($490 student/senior)Beekeeping Series (4) $300 ($235 student/senior)Saturday, October 25, 20144Autumn Rest: Anticipating Winterwith Keith GelberIn this workshop we learn how to care for thehoney bee during the cold, dark time of the year.Topics include hive size, ventilation, overwinterfeeding, and integrated pest management. Weend with gifts from the hive: tasting honey andmaking lip balm. Pre-register by October 18, 2014.Photo: enrico nunziati