KCAA Educational Event and Potluck – Soil & Supplements for vigorous plant growth, May 14th

Posted on May 1, 2013 by Peggy Hall

composting“Looking to start a garden this spring? Want to grow healthy plants and delicious produce? How about finding a great use for all those left over table scraps? Then come join us as we teach on the subject of composting, vermiculture and soil supplements to make your plants thrive! Our guest speakers will include Julie Fritz from 3 in 1 Worm Ranch, Roger Short form Short’s Family Farm, and Roy Sahali from Remix Farms. Come with all your composting questions and dilemmas and feel free to ask these three as they provide you with the answers you need to prep your garden for success this spring and summer!

Potluck starts at 6:30.  Don’t have time to bring something…put a few bucks in the donation cup.

Educational session starts at 7:00.

Special Guest Speakers:
- Julie Fritz, 3 in 1 Worm Ranch http://3in1wormranch.com/about-us/
- Roger Short, Shorts Magical Soil http://www.shortsfamilyfarm.com/
- Roy Sahali, Remix Farms

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Meet the Farmer Community Event, Potluck and “Fresh” Screening – Tuesday April 9th

Posted on March 18, 2013 by Peggy Hall

We are getting “Fresh” with the Kitsap Community Food Coop (KCFC) on April 9th at 6pm at Olympic High School! Come out and join us for this community event. Potluck and “Meet the Farmer” social starts at 6pm. Come meet many of the farmers/producers that are making Kitsap a great place to buy local.

“Fresh” (the movie) starts at 7:15 with a discussion on local food after the meeting. $5 suggested donation.  View the movie trailer… Continue reading →

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KCAA Monthly Meeting March 12th (Annual Meeting)

Posted on March 10, 2013 by Peggy Hall

Join us on Tuesday, March 12th for our Annual Meeting and community potluck 

Meet the New Board Members, Enjoy our Featured Presentation and Hear What the KCAA has planned for this year:

Video Presentation of Linda Nuenzig’s Keynote Speech from the Small Farms Expo

We begin our gathering with a potluck dinner that allows for conversation and fellowship. Following the dinner and new board member introductions, we will show a video of Linda Nuenzig’s keynote speech she delivered to the Small Farms Expo held February 9, 2013.   Linda is the executive director for the Snohomish County Agriculture Commission.  And we will conclude by announcing our exciting news and plans for the year.

Also – back by popular request – the meeting is a POTLUCK!  Bring a dish to pass or drop a couple dollars in our meeting fund bucket!

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KCAA Farm Walk and Potluck March 23rd

Posted on February 13, 2013 by Peggy Hall

KCAA Farm Walk

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KCAA Monthly Meeting – Intensive Cropping February 12th

Posted on January 28, 2013 by Peggy Hall

Join us on Tuesday, February 12th for our monthly meeting, community potluck, and a talk on Intensive Cropping.

Where:  First Christian Church, 811 Veneta (Corner of 9th and Veneta), Bremerton, WA

When: Tuesday February, 12th 2013 from 6:30-8:30pm

Featured Speaker:  Andrea Wigglesworth  of Wyckels Farm  

Topic:  Intensive Cropping 

Do you have limited growing space?  Want to produce more in existing space?  Learn how now! Come hear Andrea Wigglesworth as she teaches on the subject of intensive multi-cropping and how to make the most of any space. This is a wonderful class that covers a wide variety of topics from researching the right crops and designing crop layout, to succession planting, the importance of record keeping and other tips that will give you the edge and help you be more successful in your growing endeavors!

This is a free educational opportunity – we hope you will join us!

Also – back by popular request – the meeting is a POTLUCK!  Bring a dish to pass or drop a couple dollars in our meeting fund bucket!

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KCAA to host Chuck Estin on Tuesday Jan 8th

Posted on December 26, 2012 by Peggy Hall

Kitsap Community & Agricultural Alliance hosts Chuck Estin, PhD

The Kitsap Community & Agricultural Alliance will host Chuck Estin Ph.D. at their Tuesday, January 8th. meeting.   Chuck, a world-wide known educator, currently designs Permaculture edible landscapes, utilizing his own permaculture nursery (perennial edibles and native plants) and has a demonstration permaculture education farm on Bainbridge.  Continue reading →

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KCAA Presents-Kitsap Grown Harvest Dinner-Sunday, October 28th, 2012 from 5-8pm

Posted on September 7, 2012 by Peggy Hall

KITSAP COMMUNITY & AGRICULTURAL ALLIANCE
presents the 4th Annual

KITSAP GROWN HARVEST DINNER (Farmer/Producer/Chef Connection)

Photo of the Chefs from the 2009 KCAA Harvest Dinner

The 4th Annual Kitsap Grown Harvest Dinner will bring together some of the best locally produced food and at least 10 of Kitsap’s Top Chefs for an evening of culinary delights. Led by Chef Chris Plemmons, you can expect spectacular flavors and displays of our locally farmed produce and livestock.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to celebrate and support our local farmers and culinary masters!

Sunday October 28th, 2012, Doors open at 5pm, Dinner from 6-8pm. For tickets go to http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/266758

Olympic College Bremer Student Center, 1600 Chester Ave, Bremerton
Ticket Prices: $70.oo for Couple, $40.00 for Individual, $15.00 for Student (with ID) or Farm Intern (with verification), Free for children 7 and under Continue reading →

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Petersen Farm Fall Fair Celebrates Farming and Local Food – September 16 – 10am-5pm

Posted on September 6, 2012 by Peggy Hall


This fall Petersen Farm – the historic 167-acre farm that provides trail walkers and highway commuters expansive, bucolic views of Clear Creek Valley – will be open for farm tours and a day of family fun.

Visitors to Petersen Farm Fall Fair on Sunday, September 16th will have the opportunity to support farmland preservation and the future of local food in Kitsap, while having fun with the whole family at a historic Silverdale farm! Hayrides, carnival games, live music, farm tours, vendors and more will be offered from 10 am – 5 pm. On-site parking is accessible from the SR3 Trigger Avenue exit in Silverdale. Admission is FREE for children (12 and under) and $10 for teens and adults. Continue reading →

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KCAA Monthly Meeting /Potluck – Tuesday July 10th 7-9pm – Pasture Renovation

Posted on July 3, 2012 by Peggy Hall

Topic: Pasture Renovation

Date: Tuesday, July 10th (Note- our meetings have moved to the second Tuesday of each month)

Time: 7:00 – 9:00 pm

Place: Abundantly Green Cerifiied Organic Produce, 1146 NE Madison Road, Poulsbo, WA

Come learn from local experts on how to  grow a healthy pasture and enjoy a potluck dinner on the farm. 

 

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KCAA Monthly Meeting – Tuesday June 19th 7-9pm – Intensive Cropping

Posted on June 14, 2012 by Peggy Hall

Topic: Intensive Cropping

Date: Tuesday, June 19th

Time: 7:00 – 9:00 pm

Place: Seaside Church, 1317 Sheldon Blvd, Bremerton (Across from Evergreen Park)

Join us for our June Meeting at Seaside Church in Bremerton This is a free educational opportunity: Andrea Wigglesworth (Wyckels Farm) will be presenting on Intensive Cropping.

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