Micro Farming Workshop: Small Spaces, Big Impact

Soil Loving Ladies...Discover how even the smallest space can help you live a more sustainable life in this 2 hour hands-on workshop.
About this Event

Join Women Sharing the Outdoors at Gorman Heritage Farm for an engaging introductory workshop on micro-farming and sustainable living. We will explore the farm, gain insights from the staff and maybe even get your hands dirty! Whether you have a backyard, balcony, or just a sunny windowsill, this session will show you how to turn limited space into meaningful impact.

What You’ll Learn: This beginner-friendly workshop explores practical, accessible ways to start your own “micro-farm” - no space is too small!

Growing Food in Small Spaces
 Backyard gardening (even “postage stamp” sized lots)
 Container gardening for patios and balconies
 Windowsill and indoor growing options

Small Livestock & Their Benefits
 Chickens for eggs and soil enrichment
 Rabbits for compact, efficient livestock
 Goats for milk and land management
 Honeybees for pollination and honey production

Soil, Composting & The Food Cycle
 Why healthy soil is the foundation of successful farming
 Composting basics and food waste reduction

Health & Well-Being
 The physical benefits of working outdoors
 The mental health advantages of connecting with nature
 How micro-farming strengthens community resilience

Whether you’re curious about sustainability, interested in growing your own food, or ready to take your first step toward self-reliance, this workshop will provide inspiration and actionable guidance to help you get started.

Participation includes a free door prize raffle, with a chance to win a one-year membership to Gorman Heritage Farm, plus other wonderful giveaways. You will also receive post event resources including digital links that will help you on your journey to create your own successful small space garden or micro-farm.

Cost: $ 30 fee to offset our costs of presenters, supplies, door prizes, refreshments, etc. Only 20 spots available!

In respect to the Izaak Walton's Women Sharing the Outdoors (WSO) mission of female encouragement and involvement, this will only be available to female participants. Therefore, we welcome all women, daughters, mothers, grandmothers, aunts, and sisters alike, 18 years or older.

Thank you to our program partner: Gorman Heritage Farm and our sponsor: IWLA, Mt. Healthy Chapter.