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• Canine Learning and Behaviour NEW
• Organic Gardening, Composting and Native Plants — Permaculture Design
• Don’t Get Mad, Get What You Need: Strategic Lessons in Personal Advocacy NEW

Canine Learning and Behaviour NEW

Sort the facts from fiction about canine learning and behaviour. Learn about the impact of socialization, the importance of choosing the right breed, how to assess which dog is right for your lifestyle, a look at the “dominance” theory and other prevailing philosophies, how dogs communicate with each other and us, what creates aggression and anxiety and other behavioural issues in dogs, and children and dogs together. Includes a ½ hour lunch break, please bring lunch.

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Organic Gardening, Composting and Native Plants — Permaculture Design

Permaculture design is a holistic approach to sustainable community development. This course is a basic introduction to permaculture principles and concepts. Organic gardening with native plants is discussed, and there is a thorough tour of the Heart Gardens and Gumboot Gardens in Roberts Creek. Included is a discussion about composting and a hands-on workshop about making your own organic solid and liquid fertilizers with an easy to create and maintain worm farm. This course is outdoors and offsite at Heart of the Gardens, 1057 Roberts Creek Rd., Roberts Creek. Meet at Elfinhome at the back of the Gumboot Café. Be prepared to be outdoors and bring a small portable camping chair if required. Includes a ½ hour lunch break, please bring lunch.

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Don’t Get Mad, Get What You Need: Strategic Lessons in Personal Advocacy NEW

Ever felt frustrated with unfairness or inefficiency of a public agency? Don’t lose hope. With the right approach and tenacity even the biggest corporation will respond to the needs of individuals. This course helps you identify the right strategy, prepare a respected approach and develop skills to challenge agencies that serve the public. You don’t always need a lawyer to redress a bad decision or get a policy reviewed. Come learn how to take the first major steps on your own!

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