NATIVE AGRICULTURE CLASSES

Bliss Farm - Reviving Native American Farming Traditions 

Bliss Farm is a Native American-owned business located in Citrus Heights, California, dedicated to preserving and teaching traditional Indigenous agricultural practices.

We offer a variety of hands-on classes and seminars that focus on Native American farming techniques, emphasizing sustainability, respect for the land, and time-honored methods of cultivation.

Each class provides an opportunity to learn how Native American farming principles can be applied in modern agriculture, fostering a deeper connection to nature and food sources.

Classes Include:

1. Sustainable Fertilization Techniques
   Learn how Indigenous farmers used natural materials to fertilize crops, enriching the soil without chemicals.

2. Companion Planting for Optimal Growth
   Discover Native American planting strategies, such as the "Three Sisters" method, where crops support each other for better yield.

3. Water Conservation and Irrigation
   Explore traditional water management practices that maximize water usage while preserving this vital resource.

4. Seasonal Crop Selection
   Understand how Indigenous communities selected crops suited to their environments, enhancing food security and sustainability.

5. Soil Health and Biodiversity
   Study the importance of maintaining healthy soil through crop rotation, organic matter, and fostering biodiversity on the farm.

Bliss Farm continues to offer a unique educational experience, blending history, culture, and sustainable agriculture to benefit both the land and the community.

NEW CLASSES COMING SOON

2024 Fall/Winter Schedule will be posted soon!

Badge Qualifying Courses & Classes Workshops:

*6 person minimum per course, prebooking required.

Natural Sculpture Design (Outdoor Art Creator Badge): In this course, participants will gather natural materials like leaves, flowers, and seeds from the farm to create art, including nature collages and sculptures, Participants can take their art creations with them! $5 per participant

Gardening Basics (Gardener Badge): Plant and tend to crops, learning about soil preparation, composting, and organic farming techniques. This engaging 2-day course (4 hours total) teaches participants the fundamentals of growing food organically, from seed to plate. Participants will plant their own seeds during the first session and have the chance to take home their sprouted plant after attending the second. Everyone will leave with a planter, seeds, soil, and the skills to grow their own food!  

$20 per participant

[This is a 2-day course - 1st and 3rd Sat of the month. $20 includes both classes]

Farm Product Launch (Product Designer Badge): In this exciting course, participants will learn how to take a small farm business idea from concept to market. They’ll explore product identification, basic economics, packaging, label design, marketing strategies, and selling techniques. $25 per participant

Farm Art (Woodworker Badge): In this course, participants will have a blast creating farm art using reclaimed farm items. From signs and sculptures to birdhouses and more, the possibilities are endless—let your imagination lead the way!  $25 per participant

Bliss Farm Over-Nighter (Outdoor Adventurer Badge): This overnight adventure begins with learning how to set up a functional campsite, complete with a tent, fire pit, and seating. Campers will enjoy farm-to-fork snacks cooked over an open flame while learning essential fire safety. After a night of campfire stories and s’mores, they’ll sleep in the tents they built earlier. The morning kicks off with a delicious pancake breakfast at 8:00 AM 

Please note: This is not a fully guided activity, so appointed chaperones must be present at all times.  

$35 per camper (1 chaperone per 10 required, and camp for free)

Samples of additional badge opportunities:

Sow What? Badge: Investigate where food comes from by tracing the journey of crops grown on the farm, from planting to consumption.

Animal Helpers Badge: Help care for farm animals by feeding them, cleaning their enclosures, and learning about their behaviors and needs.

Farmer Badge: Work alongside a farmer to learn about daily farm tasks, such as milking cows, collecting eggs, or harvesting crops.

Cook Badge: Harvest fresh produce from the farm and use it to prepare a meal, learning about farm-to-table cooking 

Eco Learner Badge: Learn about sustainable farming practices, such as crop rotation, water conservation, and natural pest control methods.

Entrepreneur Badge: Create a mini-business plan for selling farm products, such as fresh produce, honey, or handmade goods like soap or candles.

Naturalist Badge: Observe and document wildlife around the farm, including birds, insects, and other animals, and create a nature journal.