Classes / Workshops / Events

Friday March 20th, 2026 - 11:00AM

What to expect:

Regenerative Vegetable Gardening Basics – Market Garden Style.  Come learn how to start — or maintain — a regenerative vegetable garden at Kindred Acres Homestead, with a focus on market-garden style growing.

In this beginner-friendly class, we’ll focus primarily on vegetable plants and cover:
• How regenerative gardening applies specifically to a vegetable garden
• The difference between annual vegetable crops and perennial plants, and how each fits into a productive garden system
• The main types of soil and how to better understand and work with the soil you already have
• Natural soil amendments and fertilizers that support healthy, living soil
• Simple, practical steps you can take to protect your soil, improve it over time, and keep your garden productive and thriving.

This class is designed for those who are just getting started, as well as anyone looking to improve or maintain an existing vegetable garden using regenerative practices.

> All ages welcome
> Approx. 1 hour
> $45 per person

>This is an outdoor class, so please dress for the weather.
Garden gloves are welcome if you prefer to use them, and please bring a bottle of drinking water.

Location:
Kindred Acres Homestead
929 Lee Rd., Clayton, NC
We are a private homestead directly across from Dean Manor (Cozy Brook Ct).

Parking information (please read):
Our driveway is long and narrow. You may choose to park along the side of Cozy Brook Ct and walk up the driveway to the house where the class will be held.
If you do drive up the driveway, please turn around near the woodchip piles at the end and park along the side of the driveway so the turnaround area remains clear.

NOTE: Tickets are non-refundable unless the event is canceled.  If weather becomes an issue, the class will be rescheduled.

** Spots are limited, so please secure your tickets in advance.

 REGISTRATION CLOSES MARCH 13TH

Saturday, March 28th 2026 - 11:30AM

What to expect:

Composting 101 – Exploring Multiple Methods for Real Life & Real Gardens

Because of the incredible interest in this class, I’m excited to offer it again!

This is a great beginner class for anyone who wants to better understand the many different ways composting can actually look in real life.

In this class, you’ll learn a brief overview of 8 different composting methods (plus a few bonus options), what each method produces, and how they compare to one another.

We will:
• Compare and contrast multiple composting methods
• Talk about the end results of each method
• Help you understand the pros and cons of different approaches
• Give you the information you need to decide which composting method(s) will best fit your space, lifestyle, and goals

This is a broad overview class, not a deep dive into any single method. The goal is to give you a clear starting point so you can decide which methods you’d like to explore further and put into practice.

You’ll also get to see most of these composting systems in progress, and in some cases, the finished product.

> This class is perfect for:
Beginners, homesteaders, gardeners, and anyone wanting to build healthier soil in a practical and realistic way.

> Class length: Approximately 2 hours
(Depending on questions, it may run slightly shorter or longer.)

> Cost: $45 per person

> Scholarship spot available
We will have one scholarship spot available.
If you are unable to afford the class but feel it would truly benefit you, please message us to see if the scholarship spot is still open.

Location:
Kindred Acres Homestead
929 Lee Rd., Clayton, NC
We are a private homestead directly across from Dean Manor (Cozy Brook Ct).

Parking information (please read):
Our driveway is long and narrow. You may choose to park along the side of Cozy Brook Ct and walk up the driveway to the house where the class will be held.
If you do drive up the driveway, please turn around near the woodchip piles at the end and park along the side of the driveway so the turnaround area remains clear.

NOTE: Tickets are non-refundable unless the event is canceled.  If weather becomes an issue, the class will be rescheduled.

I’m truly passionate about this topic and excited to share these practical composting options with our community here at Kindred Acres.

REGISTRATION CLOSES MARCH 21ST!

> SPOTS ARE LIMITED - Click to secure yours!:

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 - 10:30AM

What to expect:

Observation in Permaculture – Learning to See Your Land

Come learn about one of the most important — and often overlooked — foundations of permaculture: observation.

In this outdoor, hands-on class, we’ll focus on how to slow down and truly read the land. You’ll learn what to look for, how to observe patterns in nature, and simple, practical steps you can start using right away on your own property or garden.

We’ll cover:
• What to look for when observing your land
• How to observe patterns, relationships, and changes over time
• Simple ways to begin building an observation practice you can actually maintain

This class is designed for beginners and anyone who wants to deepen their connection with their land before making changes, planting, or designing.

> Feel free to bring a notepad and something to write with.

> Please bring a canteen or water bottle.
This is an outdoor class and it may be warm, so dress accordingly.
I recommend wearing boots, as some of our walking will be through woods and muddy areas.

> Out of respect for our plants and bees, please apply any bug spray or sunscreen before arriving.
We also ask that you avoid strong scents, and especially avoid lemon-scented products, as we have an abundance of bees on the property.

> April 1st at 10:30 AM
> Kindred Acres Homestead
929 Lee Rd., Clayton, NC
>Cost: $30 per person

> Parking & arrival:
Please park along the side of Cozy Brook Ct, which is directly across from our driveway.
Then walk up the driveway to meet us in the sacred circle.

> If you need help finding us, you may call or text: 727-310-4243

NOTE: Tickets are non-refundable unless the event is canceled.  If weather becomes an issue, the class will be rescheduled.

REGISTRATION CLOSES MARCH 25TH!

Spots are limited, so please secure your spot in advance.

Saturday, April 18th, 2026 - 10AM - 12P

What to expect:

SPRING/SUMMER VEGGY PLANTS!!
We love this time of year!! Our summer plants will be available for purchase on April 19th from 10am to 12pm.

Plants from multiple vendors all with similar natural/regenerative practices in mind. Featured plants from our partner vendor, Jeff Hayes, with a mix of goodies like heirloom tomatoes, peppers, and MORE!.

We at Kindred Acres are also starting some fun varieties of plants with an emphasis on more rare heirlooms and fun varieties that you don’t typically see at garden shops and plant sales, for example, luffa and moringa. We plan to have a big mix of veggies
Culinary and medicinal herbs, Native plants, pollinator plants, and MORE!!

Where:  929 Lee Rd., Clayton
Best to park along side of Cozy Brook Ct and walk up the driveway. 

>We will have wagons available to use to bring plants to your car but some people prefer to bring their own carts, baskets/boxes/totes to make transporting easier. 

**PLEASE NOTE: the sale is down a slight slope and the area has uneven ground. Please wear appropriate footwear and be mindful. We are here to offer assistance if you need it!**

***We accept cash, debit or credit card, paypal, Venmo, Zelle, or Apple Pay***