Upcoming Events
Successful Seed
Starting Workshop
When: March 18, 2023, 1:00PM-2:00PM
Where: Keene Public Library, Heberton Hall
Cost: Free, Registration Required
New to gardening? Want an early start or to try your hand at starting your seeds this season? Join us in Heberton Hall for this seed-starting workshop presented by Healthy Home Habitats.
You'll learn tips to successfully grow chemical-free vegetable starts with Keene Public Library kits or with your supplies. Choosing which vegetables, interpreting seed packets, understanding soil mixes, seed germination, and seedling care. We'll also go over the basics of Winter Sowing, which recycles many of the myriad plastic containers we use. Discover your options for growing with others in one of our fabulous Keene Community Gardens. Start your season with a glorious gift of practical knowledge. Gain an easier, cheaper, more successful beginning to growing your successful vegetables at home or in one of our fabulous Keene Community Gardens this season!
Participants can observe or participate and leave with seeds and soil. Participants will have the chance to learn more about the free seeds, gardening tools, and seed-starting kits available at the Keene Public Library.
Questions?
info@cheshireconservation.org or 603-756-2988 x3011
Monadnock Grows Together is a free local resource for gardeners and small-scale urban farmers looking for advice, information, and support. Workshops and events provide a place to connect with other growers.
Monadnock Grows Together is funded by the Urban Agriculture Conservation Grant Initiative. The National Association of Conservation Districts (NACD) and USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) established the Urban Agriculture Conservation Grant Initiative in 2016 to help conservation districts and their partners provide much-needed technical assistance for agricultural conservation in developed or predominantly developing areas. Since July of 2016, NACD and NRCS have awarded six rounds of grants, totaling over $4 million to 81 conservation district projects across 34 states.
Birding on the Farm
Workshop Series
When: March 22, 2023, 9:00AM-11:00AM
Where: Harlow Farm, 117 Deep Root Dr., Westminster, VT
Cost: Free, Registration Required
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Join us for an exciting opportunity to bird on farms throughout our region! Learn new skills, and learn about wildlife conservation on the farm! Open to birders and enthusiasts of all skill levels!
Presented by Cheshire CCD, NRCS, Windham NRCD, Antioch Bird Club, and Southeastern Vermont Audubon Society
Questions?
info@cheshireconservation.org or 603-756-2988 x3011
Community Supported Solar
and Solar Array Tour
When: April 11, 2023, 4:00PM-6:00PM
Where: Sun Moon Farm
121 Thomas Road, Rindge, NH
Cost: Free, Registration Required
Join us for an exciting tour series for farmers and service providers, focused on on-farm energy efficiency and renewable energy projects!
Visit local farms, learn about exciting projects, and connect with other farmers and resources!
Funding for this program is provided in part by the New Hampshire Department of Agriculture and the Markets & Food USDA Specialty Crop Block Grant Program.
Questions?
info@cheshireconservation.org or 603-756-2988 x4
Equipment Field Day
When: April 17, 2023, 11:00AM-1:00PM
Where: Cheshire County Farm
River Road, Westmoreland, NH
Cost: Free, Registration Required
Join Cheshire County Conservation District (CCCD), Monadnock Grows Together, UNH Extension staff, NRCS staff and farmers to see equipment in action and learn about CCCD's equipment rental program! Learn how other farmers have utilized equipment on their land and ask questions!
Light refreshments will be provided, bring a brown bag lunch.
For Question or Assistance in Registration, Contact:
info@cheshireconservation.org or 603-756-2988 x4
USDA is an equal opportunity employer, provider and lender.
Monadnock Grows Together is a free local resource for gardeners and small-scale urban farmers looking for advice, information, and support. Workshops and events provide a place to connect with other growers.
Monadnock Grows Together is funded by the Urban Agriculture Conservation Grant Initiative. The National Association of Conservation Districts (NACD) and USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) established the Urban Agriculture Conservation Grant Initiative in 2016 to help conservation districts and their partners provide much-needed technical assistance for agricultural conservation in developed or predominantly developing areas. Since July of 2016, NACD and NRCS have awarded six rounds of grants, totaling over $4 million to 81 conservation district projects across 34 states.
BCS Tractor Training
When: April 18, 2023, 9:00AM-12:00PM
Where: Cheshire County Farm
River Road, Westmoreland, NH
Cost: Free, Registration Required
Join us for a 3 hour BCS Tractor Training, a required training to rent the BCS tractor through CCCD's Equipment Program in 2023!
Cheshire County Conservation District (CCCD), in partnership with UNH Cooperative Extension, the National Center for Appropriate Technology (NCAT) Northeast, and Monadnock Grows Together will host one 3-hour BCS Tractor trainings. To be eligible to rent the BCS Tractor through CCCD's equipment program in 2023, you must attend this training.
Questions?
info@cheshireconservation.org or 603-756-2988 x4
Monadnock Grows Together is a free local resource for gardeners and small-scale urban farmers looking for advice, information, and support. Workshops and events provide a place to connect with other growers.
Monadnock Grows Together is funded by the Urban Agriculture Conservation Grant Initiative. The National Association of Conservation Districts (NACD) and USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) established the Urban Agriculture Conservation Grant Initiative in 2016 to help conservation districts and their partners provide much-needed technical assistance for agricultural conservation in developed or predominantly developing areas. Since July of 2016, NACD and NRCS have awarded six rounds of grants, totaling over $4 million to 81 conservation district projects across 34 states.
Know Your Garden Tools
When: April 19, 2023, 4:00PM-5:00PM
Where: Keene Public Library, Huntress Auditorium or Virtual, Zoom
Cost: Free, Registration Required
Monadnock Grows Together, Cheshire County Conservation District, & the Keene Public Library are excited to share the Know Your Garden Tools workshop. This free workshop will feature tools from the Keene Public Library makerspace tool lending library. Did you know that you can check out tools from the public library? Resources range from seed starting kits to pruners to broadforks and more! Come join us for a casual information session and try out the tools, ask questions, and get to know what resources are available in your community!
At this workshop, you will earn how to select, use, and maintain your garden tools. You will also learn how to save money by borrowing tools from the Keene Public Library.
This program will be presented in person at the library, but you can join virtually through Zoom. For an invitation, please register here and provide a valid email address. We will send you the Zoom link at least a day before the presentation.
Questions?
info@cheshireconservation.org or 603-756-2988 x4
Monadnock Grows Together is a free local resource for gardeners and small-scale urban farmers looking for advice, information, and support. Workshops and events provide a place to connect with other growers.
Monadnock Grows Together is funded by the Urban Agriculture Conservation Grant Initiative. The National Association of Conservation Districts (NACD) and USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) established the Urban Agriculture Conservation Grant Initiative in 2016 to help conservation districts and their partners provide much-needed technical assistance for agricultural conservation in developed or predominantly developing areas. Since July of 2016, NACD and NRCS have awarded six rounds of grants, totaling over $4 million to 81 conservation district projects across 34 states.
Cover Cropping
When: April 22, 2023, 1:00PM-2:30PM
Where: Antioch University New England, 40 Avon Street, Keene, NH 03431, Room to Be Announced
Cost: Free, Registration Required
Join Monadnock Grows Together and UNH Extension for a free workshop focusing on cover crops. Extension specialist Carl Majewski will be sharing his experience with participants.
About the Presenter:
Carl has been with UNH Extension in Cheshire County since 2002, and focuses on crop production and soil health. He’ll be covering the benefits of cover crops, and species selection and establishment techniques for home gardens. Over the years, Carl's been involved in programs focusing on pasture management, corn and forage production, and incorporating cover crops and no-till planting practices into crop rotations.
Questions?
info@cheshireconservation.org or 603-756-2988 x4
Monadnock Grows Together is a free local resource for gardeners and small-scale urban farmers looking for advice, information, and support. Workshops and events provide a place to connect with other growers.
Monadnock Grows Together is funded by the Urban Agriculture Conservation Grant Initiative. The National Association of Conservation Districts (NACD) and USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) established the Urban Agriculture Conservation Grant Initiative in 2016 to help conservation districts and their partners provide much-needed technical assistance for agricultural conservation in developed or predominantly developing areas. Since July of 2016, NACD and NRCS have awarded six rounds of grants, totaling over $4 million to 81 conservation district projects across 34 states.
Easing Your Gardening
When: May 20, 2023, 1:00PM-2:00PM
Where: Healthy Home Habitats' demonstration gardens, 25 Beech Street, Keene, NH 03431
Cost: Free, Registration Required
We all know that gardening can be a healthy lifelong skill and passion to share from one generation to another. But the actual growing of vegetables can feel overwhelming for beginners!
Join the Monadnock Grows Together program at the Healthy Home Habitats’ demonstration gardens, 25 Beech Street, Keene, NH on Saturday, May 20th from 1-2 PM for a FREE workshop. Discover straightforward methods to make your first or next season of growing vegetables easier and more joyful.
We’ll look at different ways of locating, mulching, strategizing, and fertilizing your new vegetable plants. Let’s revisit your sense of wonder for growing food right at home -without breaking the bank!
Come to the HHH Gardens to Learn About:
Location-Location-Location: Sun, Access, Water, Options
Easy-Peasy First Year Plant Choices to Span the Growing Season
Miracle Mulch Options
Plant Companions for Many Reasons
Fertilizing: Both the Stinky & Invisible
Insects: Strategizing for the Beneficial and the Dastardly!
Please park on Beech Street.
Questions?
info@cheshireconservation.org or 603-756-2988 x4
Monadnock Grows Together is a free local resource for gardeners and small-scale urban farmers looking for advice, information, and support. Workshops and events provide a place to connect with other growers.
Monadnock Grows Together is funded by the Urban Agriculture Conservation Grant Initiative. The National Association of Conservation Districts (NACD) and USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) established the Urban Agriculture Conservation Grant Initiative in 2016 to help conservation districts and their partners provide much-needed technical assistance for agricultural conservation in developed or predominantly developing areas. Since July of 2016, NACD and NRCS have awarded six rounds of grants, totaling over $4 million to 81 conservation district projects across 34 states.
Passive Solar Propagation
House Tour
When: May 23, 2023, 2:00PM-4:00PM
Where: Partners' Gardens
49 Henderson Road, Nelson, NH
Cost: Free, Registration Required
Join us for an exciting tour series for farmers and service providers, focused on on-farm energy efficiency and renewable energy projects!
Visit local farms, learn about exciting projects, and connect with other farmers and resources!
Funding for this program is provided in part by the New Hampshire Department of Agriculture and the Markets & Food USDA Specialty Crop Block Grant Program.
Questions?
info@cheshireconservation.org or 603-756-2988 x3011
Pollinator Palooza
& Plant Sale!
When: June 22, 2023, 1:00PM-3:00PM
Where: Ashuelot River Park, Keene, NH
Cost: Free, Registration Required
Join us for an afternoon of learning and celebration of pollinators during National Pollinator Week! Learn more from organizations throughout our region, and enjoy games and activities for participants of all ages!
Activities include: a pollinator scavenger hunt, creating your own bee box, painting your own pot for a native plant, and more!
Presented by Cheshire County Conservation District, the Harris Center for Conservation Education, the City of Keene Parks and Recreation, Friends of the Ashuelot River, Moosewood Ecological, Keene Public Library, SOAK Up the Rain NH, The Monadnock Food Co-Op, Monadnock Grows Together, The Caterpillar Lab, Antioch University New England, and Healthy Home Habitats.
This event is free and open to the public!
The event will be held rain or shine! This year, we are also excited to offer the opportunity to shop locally and support conservation! Local plant and compost vendors will be selling a variety of products, with 20% of sales supporting CCCD's conservation programs! Vendors include: Fassett Farm Nursery, Thistle Dew Farm, Julie's Garden, Cook Hill Farm, and Echo Farm Puddings!
Questions?
info@cheshireconservation.org or 603-756-2988 x3011
Walk-In Cooler Efficiency
& CoolBot Technology Tour
When: July 19, 2023, 10:00AM-11:00AM
Where: Green Wagon Farm
833 Court Street, Keene, NH
Cost: Free, Registration Required
Join us for an exciting tour series for farmers and service providers, focused on on-farm energy efficiency and renewable energy projects!
Visit local farms, learn about exciting projects, and connect with other farmers and resources!
Funding for this program is provided in part by the New Hampshire Department of Agriculture and the Markets & Food USDA Specialty Crop Block Grant Program.
Questions?
info@cheshireconservation.org or 603-756-2988 x3011
Board Meetings
The fourth Thursday of every month, the board of the Cheshire County Conservation District meets to discuss the District’s strategic plan and annual plan of work. Minutes are available by appointment; please call 603.756.2988 ext.4 or email info@cheshireconservation.org with a request. To attend in person please call 603.756.2988 x3011 or email info@cheshireconservation.org with any questions or to request additional information!**