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Backyard Garden CreationsAdult EnrichmentEach kit will include all project supplies to create a 10” 3D project, easel included. Paints, applicators and instructions are also included with each kit. Once your kit is available, an email will be sent out with logistics to pick it up from the ROCORI DEF. Farm Truck - includes 10 additional pieces to place in the bed of your truck for different seasons / holidays!Winter/Spring 21
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Backyard HabitatAdult EnrichmentPlant it, build it, modify it and they will come….the birds, bees, and butterflies that is. Come learn about how to attract more pollinators and songbirds to your backyards by making some simple changes and additions. Participants will be able to schedule one-on-one virtual conferencing to work on their specific property after the initial class. Participants will join Adam Hjelm from the Sauk River Watershed District, via Zoom, for an hour long course followed by a Q/A session. An email will be sent the week of the course, from Adam, with the Zoom link, as well as, a presentation and documents.Winter/Spring 21
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Bee LawnsAdult EnrichmentWe love our lush green lawns, maybe a bit too much? Join us to learn what else we can plant to benefit the bees and birds, while also keeping some green turf. We will discuss lawn alternatives that are more environmentally friendly that will keep your backyard buzzing. Small changes can go a long ways towards the environment while saving you time and money. Participants will join Adam Hjelm from the Sauk River Watershed District, via Zoom, for an hour long course followed by a Q/A session. An email will be sent the week of the course, from Adam, with the Zoom link, as well as, a presentation and documents.Winter/Spring 21
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Composts and MulchesAdult EnrichmentComposts and mulches are nature’s way of recycling; keeps waste out of landfills, and it fertilizes without chemicals. It’s a great way to turn wood chips, vegetable and yard trimmings into a dark, crumbly fertile soil. Make your garden happy and help the environment. Learn how to use a variety of composts and the various mulches out there for all your planting and landscaping needs whether you make them yourself or buy them off the shelf. The pros, the cons, and everything in between. Participants will receive an informational folder full of great publications, and several door prizes will be given away from local plant specialists. Participants will join Adam Hjelm from the Sauk River Watershed District, via Zoom, for an hour long course followed by a Q/A session. An email will be sent the week of the course, from Adam, with the Zoom link, as well as, a presentation and documents.Winter/Spring 21
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PopularDefensive Driving (On line)Adult EnrichmentLearn evasive skills & other accident prevention measures in the classroom (not on the road). Participants must attend both nights. Those 55 & older receive a 10% discount on your insurance. Please bring your driver's licenses. Classes will be held on via Zoom virtual technology. A training link will be forwarded to participants. Workbooks will be available for pickup at the ROCORI District Education Facility the week before the program. The class runs the exact same way as the in person class, with videos, interactive discussion, PowerPoint presentations, etc. Attendance is taken at the beginning of the class and certificates of completion are mailed to the individual participants upon conclusion of the classWinter/Spring 21
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First Aid CPR AED / Heartsaver®Adult EnrichmentA video-based, instructor-led course that will teach you critical skills needed to respond to and manage an emergency until emergency medical services arrives. Skills covered in this course include first aid; choking relief in adults, children, and infants; and what to do for sudden cardiac arrest in adults, children, and infants. This course teaches skills with the AHA’s research-proven practice-while-watching technique, which allows instructors to observe the students, provide feedback, and guide the students’ learning of skills. To receive a card after the completion of the course, please bring $20 to class.Winter/Spring 21
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PopularIntroduction to Wine MakingAdult EnrichmentLooking for a fun date night idea, want to get together with some of your friends, or just interested in the process of wine making? Explore the art of wine making with this easy to follow class. Learn the basics of fermentation and make a one gallon batch of home made wine. You will receive all of your supplies and start the fermentation process during one in person class. You will then follow up with a series of zoom calls during your wine making journey. From start to finish, your wine will take about 30 days. Just in time for Mother's Day. ** Due to short supplies of wine making kits, prices will be emailed to registered participants in early March. A check should be written out to the instructor, the day of the course, for the wine kit.** Registration includes: Class entry for up to two people Wine making equipment Wine ingredient All equipment can be used multiple times, after the introductory class, all you need to do is purchase addition ingredients to continue making more! *All participants must be 21 years of age or older.Winter/Spring 21
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Native Flowers and Grass BasicsAdult EnrichmentWhat the heck exactly is a native plant? Where do we buy them? We will start with the basics and work our way up to you including them in your garden spaces and places. We will also help identify some of our favorite natives for a wide variety of soils, shade levels, and overall hardiness. Participants will join Adam Hjelm from the Sauk River Watershed District, via Zoom, for an hour long course followed by a Q/A session. An email will be sent the week of the course, from Adam, with the Zoom link, as well as, a presentation and documents. If requested, Adam will send, via mail, the Native Plant Book, the specific class folder and they will be entered into the prize drawing.Winter/Spring 21
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Native Plants for Shade and WoodlandsAdult EnrichmentDo you have a dark and damp corner of your property that you want to bring out of the shadows with blooms and bunchgrasses? Let’s go beyond hostas and the humbugs of traditional green foliage for these tricky shade areas. There are lots of woodland treasures that will add a nice glow to the shadiest swaths. Participants will receive a free native plant book and there will be several gift certificates from local nurseries given away as door prizes. Participants will join Adam Hjelm from the Sauk River Watershed District, via Zoom, for an hour long course followed by a Q/A session. An email will be sent the week of the course, from Adam, with the Zoom link, as well as, a presentation and documents. If requested, Adam will send, via mail, the Native Plant Book, the specific class folder and they will be entered into the prize drawingWinter/Spring 21
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Native Plants for Small Spaces and ContainersAdult EnrichmentSmall spaces don’t need to limit your gardening possibilities! Do you have a limited garden area, patio, or containers and you want to add color, texture, and plants? Don’t overlook using native plants that can attract the birds, bees, and butterflies. We will look at using some of the smaller and better behaved native perennials to you garden spaces. Participants will join Adam Hjelm from the Sauk River Watershed District, via Zoom, for an hour long course followed by a Q/A session. An email will be sent the week of the course, from Adam, with the Zoom link, as well as, a presentation and documents. If requested, Adam will send, via mail, the Native Plant Book, the specific class folder and they will be entered into the prize drawing.Winter/Spring 21
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Native Plants for Sun and SandAdult EnrichmentDo you have a hot garden spot that normally bakes and dries out with the summer sun? Are you tired of watering day after day to keep your garden healthy and growing? There is a wide variety of native prairie plants that thrive in the full sun and dry soils. Let’s look at some of these great growers to add to your gardens and landscaping. Participants will join Adam Hjelm from the Sauk River Watershed District, via Zoom, for an hour long course followed by a Q/A session. An email will be sent the week of the course, from Adam, with the Zoom link, as well as, a presentation and documents. If requested, Adam will send, via mail, the Native Plant Book, the specific class folder and they will be entered into the prize drawing.Winter/Spring 21
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Native Plants for Wet GroundAdult EnrichmentDo you have a ditch, shoreline, or wetland on your property you want to spruce up beyond cattails and swamp grass? Do you have an area of yard where the grass just won’t grow because it is wet most of the time? There are lots of varieties of natives and non-native perennials that can be used to add color, texture, and eye-appeal that don’t mind having wet toes. Let’s figure out how to add an aesthetic splash into that soggy site. Participants will join Adam Hjelm from the Sauk River Watershed District, via Zoom, for an hour long course followed by a Q/A session. An email will be sent the week of the course, from Adam, with the Zoom link, as well as, a presentation and documents. If requested, Adam will send, via mail, the Native Plant Book, the specific class folder and they will be entered into the prize drawingWinter/Spring 21
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Planning and Planting a Pollinator GardenAdult EnrichmentA native wildflower garden will attract beautiful butterflies and bees to your yard and help pollinators stay healthy. You can plant a garden anywhere from the tiniest corner of your city lot to an open prairie setting and about anything in between. We will cover it all from weeds to seeds and start to bountiful blooms. Participants will join Adam Hjelm from the Sauk River Watershed District, via Zoom, for an hour long course followed by a Q/A session. An email will be sent the week of the course, from Adam, with the Zoom link, as well as, a presentation and documents. If requested, Adam will send, via mail, the Native Plant Book, the specific class folder and they will be entered into the prize drawing.Winter/Spring 21
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Self Defense for WomenAdult EnrichmentAre you not feeling as safe as you once did? Would you like to learn some real, effective, life-saving, techniques? In this introductory course, you will get a basic understanding of the psychology of attacks and defenses. You will find out how to avoid on coming actions, get out of chokes, release arm grabs and how to apply simple effective counter actions to an opponent. In addition to this, you will learn how to use a simple self-defense device called a KUBOTAN that you can legally carry with you as you go about your day, which can greatly magnify your ability to defend yourself. Wear loose comfortable clothing. A fee of $10.00 for the required KUBOTAN payable to St Cloud Karate & Tai Chi Instruction will be collected at the first class.Winter/Spring 21
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Shoreline Restoration and MaintenanceAdult EnrichmentAre you losing ground? Is your shoreline eroding, unsightly or seem to be a goose magnet? Did the excessive rains last year take a toll? Is the ice pushing up a new ridge every year? Learn how to improve water quality, reduce erosion and beautify your property using native plants, simple installation techniques and smart planning for easier long-term maintenance. There will be a wide variety of information and brochures for participants, as well as several gift packages given as door prizes. Participants will join Adam Hjelm from the Sauk River Watershed District, via Zoom, for an hour long course followed by a Q/A session. An email will be sent the week of the course, from Adam, with the Zoom link, as well as, a presentation and documents. If requested, Adam will send, via mail, the Native Plant Book, the specific class folder and they will be entered into the prize drawingWinter/Spring 21
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Spring Lawn CareAdult EnrichmentOnce the snow melts, let’s get that lawn perked up and growing! When to dethatch, fertilize, seed, and treat those pesky weeds will be discussed, plus a ton more. Learn some simple tips and techniques that can help you get the best performance out of your yard while saving some cash and preventing pollution. Participants will join Adam Hjelm from the Sauk River Watershed District, via Zoom, for an hour long course followed by a Q/A session. An email will be sent the week of the course, from Adam, with the Zoom link, as well as, a presentation and documents. If requested, Adam will send, via mail, the Native Plant Book, the specific class folder and they will be entered into the prize drawingWinter/Spring 21
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Spring Perennial PreppingAdult EnrichmentThe joy of perennials is that they come back year after year. You can save money, time, and headaches by following a few easy steps as well as learn some tips and techniques by joining us for this great class. Buying, planting, dividing, mulching, and so much more will be discussed. Participants will join Adam Hjelm from the Sauk River Watershed District, via Zoom, for an hour long course followed by a Q/A session. An email will be sent the week of the course, from Adam, with the Zoom link, as well as, a presentation and documents. If requested, Adam will send, via mail, the Native Plant Book, the specific class folder and they will be entered into the prize drawingWinter/Spring 21
