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A Taste of August - Mushrooms / Tomatoes / Farm Tours
August: Wild Weather and Connecting CommunitiesHello Reader, We’ve had a remarkable summer in terms of rains, winds, heat, and hail. It is likely that your garden harvests are affected! This summer has been a stark reminder of the importance of implementing permaculture strategies in our own yards and on the larger community-level and municipal-scales. From selecting heat-tolerant species, to identifying or creating microclimates that allow your plants to thrive, to cutting swales on contour which slow, spread, and sink that water - these are tried and true permaculture methods that increase the drought tolerance, biodiversity, and water retention within our yards. Members of the Guild are engaging with neighbours, sharing these techniques and raising awareness of the permaculture tools we can use to build resilient gardens and communities. Upcoming Events:August 9 - River Valley Nature Adventure - For Youth Ages 8 - 13 There’s nothing quite like the moment when an idea, an observation, and an interest CLICK for a kid. The EPG is proud to have naturalist Michelle Harris guide youth through Edmonton’s river valley trails in an afternoon of exploration of the natural wonders that may otherwise be hidden to those strolling through. Michelle Harris is an inspiring biologist, seasoned educator, founder of Nature Loop, and author of the Green Side of Edmonton. Her tour is not to be missed! 📅 Sunday August 9 Engagement OpportunitiesCity of Edmonton Resilient Landscaping Initiative Permaculture enthusiasts! Now is your chance! The City of Edmonton is seeking public feedback and ideas for encouraging resilient landscaping on private property as part of their Climate Resilience Planning and Development Action Plan. The survey runs until August 5. Share your thoughts on Resilient Landscaping with the City of Edmonton (you do not need to be a resident of Edmonton to provide feedback) Alberta Open Farm Days - August 15 and 16 The Open Farm theme for 2026 is Rangelands and Pastoralists! This is a free, behind-the-scenes look at the province’s agriculture and local food system. Several regenerative farms near Edmonton are featured, including:
Wherever you are in Alberta, check out the Open Farm Days website. You can plan your trip and filter by location, activities related to the farms, and the services available on site. Alberta Mycological Society - Wild Mushroom EXPO Experience hundreds of freshly foraged, wild Alberta mushrooms! Hear from mushroom experts, experience tastings, learn from speakers, and check out the vendors, merch, art, and non-profit groups all in one place! 📅 Sunday August 16 Forest Bathing - Trees and Teas (Root for Trees - City of Edmonton) Join Root for Trees and our certified Shinrin-yoki guides to experience a reflective tree planting event. 📅 Friday August 21 Register through the City of Edmonton online recreation booking system. Search Course ID: 776898 Annual VegFest Edmonton Whether you're vegan, vegetarian, veg-curious, or simply looking for a fun day out with family and friends, VegFest Edmonton 2026 has something for everyone. VegFest is about bringing community together to celebrate compassion, creativity, and the amazing talent found throughout Alberta. Discover new foods, support local businesses, and enjoy an unforgettable day in a welcoming atmosphere. 📅 Saturday August 22 Preserve the Harvest with OFRE!Tomato Preservation Class Learn how to preserve the taste and nutrition of your tomato harvest through canning, dehydrating, freezing, and gain ripening tips. Reserve your space for $25. 📅 Wednesday August 26 Apple Cider Pressing Join Operation Fruit Rescue Edmonton for a day (or three!) of apple pressing, workshops, and family-friendly activities to celebrate the rhythms of food, family, and community. OFRE happily takes donated apples too - bring them to the events or pledge your tree if you can’t make it! Cider pressing days on August 29, September 26, and October 3. Check out the OFRE Website for more details. Save the Dates!Permaculture Design Certificate - 2027 The next PDC has been officially scheduled for July 18, 2027! This 10-day intensive design course is taught by Kenton Zerbin - certified International Permaculture Teacher through the Permaculture Research Institute. Early bird pricing is available now and includes group accommodation, meals, Coen Farm tour, some recreation, and of course the 72-hours of instruction and course materials. You’ll come away with your own design and most importantly, community and support that extends beyond the course itself! NEW 2027 Permaculture Summer Camp for Kids Stay tuned! The EPG is thrilled to announce that we will be offering a Permaculture Summer Camp for kids from August 16-20, 2027. This will be out in Gainford, AB at the 130-acre Change Center. More information and registration details to come soon. Good Note Community Farm - Harvest Festival The annual Harvest Festival returns to Good Note, located near New Sarepta! Saturday, September 5, 2026 from 3-10pm. Enjoy live music, an apple pressing workshop, weaving, and dancing! This one is always a joyful time! Are you a Member of the Edmonton Permaculture Guild?Guild membership keeps our workshops running, our events accessible, and our community connected. Join us and help grow permaculture knowledge across Edmonton. Interested in Volunteering?Whether you are interested in helping out at our events or joining our non-profit organization as a member of our Board, we would love to hear from you. Have you got an Event or Announcement that you would like to add to our Newsletter? Just reply to this email. The EPG Team |
Edmonton Permaculture Guild
We are a non profit organization in Edmonton, Alberta who loves to talk about permaculture and sustainability. Subscribe to our newsletter.
Hello Reader, The season is changing. Let’s connect with nature and each other beyond the garden! Read on for opportunities to get involved with the EPG, stand up for nature, learn something new, and keep in touch! Including - EPG’s all-new speaker series! Upcoming Guild Events New EPG Speaker Series at Ritchie Community League Save the dates! The Guild is lining up experts in their niches and leaders in our community to come share experiences! Once per month, starting in December and running...
Hello Reader, October brings abundant options for taking eco-action, community connection, hands-on learning, and even advanced education! And just a sec! This is your last call to share your opinions on what EPG should host for fall/winter programs! Thank you to all those who’ve already participated. We’re listening! Share Your Ideas with the EPG Taking Eco-Action Vote for Community Greenhouse (by October 7) Our pals over at CHANGE Health Alberta are finalists for the Co-op Next 80 Community...
Hello Reader, September is one of the busiest times of the year both in and out of the garden! Here at the EPG, we’re busy building out our programming for the Fall and Winter seasons. We want to hear what YOU are interested in, so if you haven’t had a chance to fill out our survey sent on Tuesday, please take a few minutes to do that now! TAKE THE SURVEY As we squeeze in some late-summer vacationing and head back-to-school, let's enjoy our harvests, preserve our bounty, plant for spring, and...