Free Community Resilience Workshop Series
Together, we face a multitude of social, economic, and environmental challenges that call us to rethink how we relate to one another and the land, and develop skills for mutual aid. The Community Resilience Workshops will facilitate inclusive learning opportunities while fostering local partnerships for climate change adaptation. In collaboration with other community-based organizations, these workshops will offer hands-on practice in topics such as regenerative agriculture, wildfire mitigation, disaster preparedness, first aid training, ecological conservation, community governance, and off-grid systems. We recognize that the communities most impacted by climate change are also those who do not have equitable access to these resources, so most of these offerings will be free and donation-based.
These workshops are made possible by funding we received through Oregon Health Authority’s Public Health Equity Grant, which is also funding scholarships to Lost Valley courses in 2025. Please see workshop details below to register, and contact admissions@lostvalley.org to inquire about other scholarship opportunities. Please note that registration is required in order to attend all workshops.
2025 Schedule
More workshops coming soon!
Intro to Sociocracy Workshop
Join our interactive online workshop to learn how Sociocracy empowers organizations through collaborative decision-making, shared leadership, and transparency. Explore the key principles of consent-based governance, how to structure teams into circles, and how to make decisions that ensure everyone’s voice is heard.
In this hands-on session, you’ll:
Understand the core values of sociocracy
Practice real-world decision-making scenarios
Learn tools for effective, inclusive governance
Ideal for leaders, teams, and anyone interested in more democratic and efficient ways to work together.
Land Stewardship Series
Come get hands on experience with different topics in stewarding the land; including agro forestry, making biochar, removing invasive species, and sustainable timber harvesting.
Permaculture Gardening Series
Come get hands on experience with different topics in gardening; including planting, harvesting, preparing garden beds, and so much more.
Nature Immersion Workshop
This is an opportunity to connect deeply with the earth, build a personal practice of land connection, and find a community of other nature oriented people.
Land Stewardship Series
Come get hands on experience with different topics in stewarding the land; including agro forestry, making biochar, removing invasive species, and sustainable timber harvesting.
Fruit Pruning Workshop
Learn how to prune trees for better health and higher fruit yield, covering techniques, tools, and timing. It includes hands-on practice with expert guidance.
Permaculture Gardening Series
Come get hands on experience with different topics in gardening; including planting, harvesting, preparing garden beds, and so much more.
Soils / Microbiology & Earthworks
This workshop explores the connection between soil health, microbiology, and earthworks, focusing on how soil organisms interact with the land. Participants will learn techniques for improving soil fertility and structure through earthworks that enhance water retention and support healthy ecosystems.
Fire ecology and Biochar Production Workshop
This workshop will explore the dynamic relationship between fire ecology and biochar, focusing on how fire influences forest ecosystems and soil health. Participants will learn about the role of fire in shaping landscapes, the science behind biochar production, and its potential benefits for carbon sequestration, soil fertility, and wildfire resilience.
Land Stewardship Series
Come get hands on experience with different topics in stewarding the land; including agro forestry, making biochar, removing invasive species, and sustainable timber harvesting.
Water in Permaculture
This workshop focuses on water management in permaculture, teaching techniques for capturing, storing, and efficiently using water in sustainable systems. Participants will learn about rainwater harvesting, swales, ponds, and other methods to enhance water retention, reduce runoff, and support healthy ecosystems.
Fire ecology and Biochar Production Workshop
This workshop will explore the dynamic relationship between fire ecology and biochar, focusing on how fire influences forest ecosystems and soil health. Participants will learn about the role of fire in shaping landscapes, the science behind biochar production, and its potential benefits for carbon sequestration, soil fertility, and wildfire resilience.
Permaculture Gardening Series
Come get hands on experience with different topics in gardening; including planting, harvesting, preparing garden beds, and so much more.
Forest Ecology and Social Forestry
This workshop explores forest ecology and social forestry, focusing on the relationship between forest ecosystems and communities. Participants will learn about sustainable forest management, biodiversity conservation, and how social forestry practices can support local livelihoods and environmental resilience.
Plant Propagation and Nursery Management Workshop
This workshop will cover the essentials of plant propagation techniques and effective nursery management practices. Participants will learn how to propagate plants from seeds, cuttings, and other methods, along with strategies for maintaining healthy, productive nurseries.
Land Stewardship Series
Come get hands on experience with different topics in stewarding the land; including agro forestry, making biochar, removing invasive species, and sustainable timber harvesting.
No-Till Farming Workshop
This workshop will introduce no-till farming practices, focusing on techniques that reduce soil disturbance and improve long-term soil health. Participants will learn how no-till methods enhance water retention, reduce erosion, and boost crop yields sustainably.
Permaculture Gardening Series
Come get hands on experience with different topics in gardening; including planting, harvesting, preparing garden beds, and so much more.
Decolonizing Permaculture
This workshop explores decolonizing permaculture, focusing on integrating Indigenous knowledge and practices with sustainable land stewardship. Participants will learn how to challenge colonial mindsets, honor traditional wisdom, and create more inclusive, regenerative systems.
Land Stewardship Series
Come get hands on experience with different topics in stewarding the land; including agro forestry, making biochar, removing invasive species, and sustainable timber harvesting.
Natural Building
This workshop teaches natural building techniques using sustainable materials like clay, straw, and stone. Participants will learn hands-on skills for creating eco-friendly structures that are energy-efficient and in harmony with the environment.