Join Western Colorado University, Coldharbour Institute, and our partners for a two-day theory-to-practice biochar workshop that explores the technology, science, and practical applications of this potent regenerative material and its many benefits. This hands-on training workshop teaches the principles and benefits of biochar, including its production and application as a soil amendment and a tool for environmental remediation. Participants will gain hands-on experience using the ring-of-fire kiln and other kilns and learn how to apply biochar to improve soil.
Day 1: Training and Research9:00AM - 12:30 PM: Classroom instruction on the principles, technologies, production, and soil application of biochar. Ricardo Vázquez-Perales, graduate students, and special guests like Kelpie Wilson will lead the session.
1:30PM - 5:00 PM: Presentation panels on applied research & development by graduate students and professional practitioner guests. BY THE END OF THIS WORKSHOP, YOU'LL: |
Day 2: Hands-on Burn Day8:30 - 5:00 PM: Hands-on production workshop. An applied burn day to learn about biochar production using different kilns and the considerations for producing, harvesting, and utilizing biochar from woody biomass.
$80 for both days. Students discounts available. Please email programs@coldharbourinstitute for a discount code |
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DESIGNED FOR: Farmers & ranchers, land managers, foresters, waste management professionals, natural resource professionals, students, researchers, and anyone curious about biochar's potential to support healthy soils and working lands.
This event may be canceled or postponed if Gunnison County has a fire-risk ban by then. We will refund registration fees if it is canceled. For more information please email [email protected] or [email protected]
This event may be canceled or postponed if Gunnison County has a fire-risk ban by then. We will refund registration fees if it is canceled. For more information please email [email protected] or [email protected]
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