Summer has a way of disappearing faster than you think. One minute you’re making plans to hit the beach; the next you’re digging through the depths of your closet wondering where your winter hats and gloves are. One of the better ways to slow things down and get the most out of summer is to spend a few hours on a farm.
UBC Farm’s June and July workshop schedule offers exactly that. Whether you’re interested in fermentation, baking, meditation, ecology, cooking, or just want to get it together to spend a more time outdoors, the farm has assembled a series of practical, affordable and low-pressure workshops that connect people to food, land, and each other.
Upcoming Workshops
June 4
Let’s Make Your Own Miso! – A Secret to Longevity
Fermentation can feel intimidating until someone shows you the process. Participants learn the fundamentals of making miso and leave with a batch they’ll continue using for months.
June 13
Talking Trees Tour
A chance to slow down and better understand the landscape around us while learning about local tree species and their significance within Indigenous culture.
June 14
Yoga Workshop
Part of the Green Collective Wellbeing Series, this session combines movement, mindfulness, and time spent in one of the city’s most interesting outdoor settings.
June 18
Meditation and Visualization Workshop
An evening focused on mindfulness practices and techniques designed to support greater awareness and mental clarity.
June 20
Forest Immersion Workshop
Spend a morning reconnecting with the natural environment through guided activities designed to encourage observation, presence, and reflection.
June 22
Weekly Outdoor Yoga Begins
The Farm’s outdoor yoga series returns for the summer season, running weekly through September 23.
June 24
Nervous System Reset: Why Rest Isn’t Working and How to Change It
An exploration of stress, recovery, and practical strategies for supporting long-term wellbeing.
June 25
Dumplings from Scratch with Farm Fresh Ingredients
Learn how to make dumplings using seasonal ingredients harvested from the Farm, while picking up techniques that are easy to bring into your own kitchen.
June 27
Homesteading: Is It The Lifestyle For You?
Curious about self-sufficiency? This workshop takes a practical look at what homesteading actually involves, from food production to preservation and daily realities.
June 28
The Art of the French Macaron
A hands-on baking workshop focused on one of pastry’s most technical and rewarding treats.
July 19
Learn How to Make Sourdough
For anyone who’s been meaning to tackle sourdough, this workshop breaks the process down into manageable steps and practical techniques.
July 25
Deep Ecology Forest Walk
A guided walk that explores our relationship with the natural world while encouraging a deeper understanding of local ecosystems.
Everything takes place on-site, in the yurt, the teaching kitchen, or out on the farm itself. A seriously good use of any free time you have, but spots are limited, and these workshops tend to fill early. Register soon. Find out more.
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Pretty cool!