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Fall 51 Chainwheel Drive: Nature Discovery on Two Wheels Trail Rides Enjoy yourself during this casual ride along the beautiful Ream Wilson Trail. Ride with an experienced cycling guide on a paved trail in the shade of the tree canopy along scenic waterways, taking in the sights of birds and wildlife at Kapok Park. For information, email cycling@chainwheeldrive.com or call 441-2444. • Fri., Sept. 8, Oct. 13, 8:30-10:30 a.m. • Fri., Nov. 10, Dec. 8, 9-11 a.m. Meet at the Long Center (west side of practice field) • chainwheeldrive.com • Free Archery Children ages 8-18 can learn the basics of archery. • Sat., Sept. 2, Oct. 7, Nov. 4, Dec. 2 • 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. • $5 (W) / $6 (W/O) Intro to Kayaking by Osprey Bay Classroom Seminar Learn the basics of kayaking in the classroom and on the water in this free, dynamic two-day program. • 2750 Park Trail Lane • Thu., Sept. 14, Oct. 19, Nov. 16 • 6:30-7:30 p.m. Kayaks on the water demonstration at Cliff Stephens Park • 600 Fairwood Ave. • Sat., Sept. 16, Oct. 21, Nov. 18 • 11 a.m.-noon • ospreybay.com Ninja Camp Participants will learn the ninja philosophies of respect, discipline and self-defense. • Fri., Oct. 6, Dec. 1 • 6-9 p.m. • $25 (W) / $28 (W/O) Nature Programs Organic Living Jai McFall has been an organic gardener for more than 50 years and an organic landscape designer for more than 30 years. She grew up on an organic farm in rural Michigan, where her parents taught her self-sufficiency. The family grew fruits, vegetables, berries and nuts. They canned and froze their produce, made pickles and baked their own breads and cakes. For the programs listed below, call 433-1661, or visit organiclivingforall.com. Vertical Gardening Are you short on space to grow food? If you live in a condo or have only a small balcony, you can learn how easy vertical gardening can be. You can purchase plants and make a finished garden to start enjoying fresh herbs and veggies in just a few weeks. • Sat., Sept. 2, Dec. 16, 1-4 p.m. • Sun., Nov. 19, 1-4 p.m. • $10 (W) / $11 (W/O) Raised Bed Gardening You can create gardens full of healthy, delicious and nutrient-dense fruits, herbs and vegetables, and you can serve them to your family fresh from the garden every day of the year. • Sun., Sept. 3, 1-4 p.m. • $10 (W) / $11 (W/O) Kids in the Garden Children who garden learn valuable skills and tend to eat more fruits and veggies. Bring your children so they can learn hands-on how to plant a successful garden. Home schoolers are welcome. • Sat., Sept. 9, Nov. 11, 1-4 p.m. • Sun., Oct. 15, Dec. 15, 1-4 p.m. • $10 (W) / $11 (W/O) Planting Florida Fruit Trees It is amazing the variety of fruits we can grow in our backyards, and we can eat fresh fruit from many trees in just a year or so. The problem is we don't have good soil here, and many fruit trees die due to that fact. Learn how to properly plant them for successful, organic and edible gardens. • Sun., Sept. 10, 1-4 p.m. • $10 per participant (children are free) Seven Simple Steps to Vitality Do you remember a time when you woke up excited and eager to experience the day? You had endless energy and kept on going, having fun and enjoying life. The goal is to get you energized, stress free and enthusiastic about life. • Wed., Sept. 13, Oct. 25, Dec. 13, 7-9 p.m. • $15 (W) / $17 (W/O) Butterfly Gardens Workshop Watching butterflies flutter about your garden is magical. Join us for this fun workshop, and get great ideas for planning and planting a butterfly garden. You’ll learn about all the different types of butterflies common to our area and how to attract them to your garden. • Sat., Sept. 16, 1-4 p.m. • Sun., Dec. 3, 1-4 p.m. • $10 (W) / $11 (W/O) How to Set Up an Inexpensive and Easy Irrigation System Learn how to use common tools to lay out an irrigation system without trenching and for a fraction of the cost. It also can be portable and adjustable. • Sun., Sept. 17, 1-4 p.m. • $15 (W) / $17 (W/O) Garden Design Do you feel good every time you look out your window or walk out your back door? You should. If you don’t, learn how to create the yard you desire. A well-designed yard should capture the look that will bring you happiness and joy. A successful landscape is in harmony with itself, its surroundings, your tastes and needs. • Sun., Sept. 24, 1-4 p.m. • Sat., Nov. 18, 1-2 p.m. • $15 (W) / $17 (W/O) Moccasin Lake Nature Park


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