The Hungry Forager (who is much loved by but unaffiliated with this church) is holding an introductory workshop to non-timber forest products, in Shelbyville, Ky.
From the Hungry Forager website—
Join George Barnett for an in-depth class on the exciting possibilities within the world of non-timber forest products. This event will provide eye opening opportunities to people who own or lease land and who are interested in using land to produce an income while doing so in a regenerative and productive way. This class is limited to 20 individuals. Hickory brew will be provided during the event.
Main topics from this program:-An overview of NTFP's in the past, present, and future-Tree syrups (management and economics)-Fruit and nut crops (management and economics)-Mushroom cultivation (growing methods and materials)-Medicinal plants (growing and economics)-Land management discussion and assessment (health, habitat, and terrain)-Applying NTFP to your landscape-Non-timber forest product book recommendations
Tickets are available here.