Join us for our Coconino Grower Coalition meeting to brainstorm our mission, objectives, and envision the possibilities of how we can collectively work together for a more just food system in our region.

Learn about the benefits and challenges of high tunnel food production in northern Arizona and how to apply for a high tunnel through the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) High Tunnel Grant Program.

Speakers: Sierra Frydenlund, Soil Conversationist, NRCS and Shelli Dea, Co-Director, Townsite Urban Farm

Presentations and Lunch: 9:00AM to 12:30PM, Coconino Cooperative Extension (2304 N 3rd St. Flagstaff 86004)

Optional Farm Tour: 1:00PM to 2:00PM Townsite Urban Farm (212 W Elm Ave. Flagstaff 86001)

Reservation Fee: $26 with $25 reimbursed upon workshop participation RSVP required

Please note: Transportation is not provided for the farm visit. Dress accordingly for outdoor activities.

Register at www.flagstafffoodlink.com/events Questions? E-mail growersupport@flagstafffoodlink.com

We want to hear from YOU! You are invited to join a conversation regarding the community food systems assessment. This will be an opportunity to learn about the report, while also providing a space to better understand food needs in our community, and any nuances that have not yet been captured. Join the conversation on Thursday, October 24th from 12:00PM-2:30PM for lunch. This sessions will be held at Coconino Center for the Arts (2300 N Fort Valley Rd, Flagstaff, AZ 86001) and food is provided. If interested in joining, please register here. 

We want to hear from YOU! You are invited to join a conversation regarding the community food systems assessment. This will be an opportunity to learn about the report, while also providing a space to better understand food needs in our community, and any nuances that have not yet been captured. Join the conversation on Wednesday, October 23rd from 9:00AM-11:30AM for breakfast. This sessions will be held at Coconino Center for the Arts (2300 N Fort Valley Rd, Flagstaff, AZ 86001) and food is provided. If interested in joining, please register here. 

Join us in a celebration dinner for the end of the season! This event will be to support Flagstaff Foodlink’s new Community Grower Grant Fund. Enjoy the Three Sisters Stew, Flat Breads from the Pueblo Oven, and Dessert in the garden. The dinner will be catered by Cuinary Concepts Southwest and starts at 3:30PM. Please get your tickets at: https://www.culinaryconceptssouthwest.com/shop

Date: May 9th, 2024

Time: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM 

Location: Willow Bend Environmental Education Center (703 E Sawmill Rd, Flagstaff, AZ 86001), with virtual option available

Join us for a dynamic workshop designed to equip beginner farmers and ranchers with the essential tools and strategies for success. Hosted by Coconino County Extension and Flagstaff Foodlink, and funded by the USDA NIFA Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program, this workshop offers invaluable insights into agricultural business management and planning. In collaboration with the Small Business Administration (SBA), SCORE, Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), and Farm Service Agency (FSA), this workshop covers efficient planting tracking methods, crop expense models, SBA program overviews, and financial assistance eligibility. It is ideal for beginner farmers and ranchers seeking practical guidance on business management, financial planning, and accessing resources for growth.  Lunch is provided.

Reservation Fee: $26, with $25 reimbursed upon workshop participation. RSVP required for both in-person and virtual attendance (<—click to register)

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Date: April 24, 2024

Time: 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM

Location: Willow Bend Environmental Education Center, followed by farm visit to Forestdale Farms, Flagstaff, AZ . Virtual option available for classroom portion.

Workshop Overview:

Join Flagstaff Foodlink and Coconino County Cooperative Extension for a comprehensive workshop designed to help you select the optimal plant varieties for your local climate. This event will provide valuable insights into cultivating success in your agricultural endeavors.

Agenda:

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM: Presentation at Willow Bend Environmental Education Center with Rylan Morton-Starner and Darrell Yazzie

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Travel to Forestdales/lunch break (lunch provided)

12:00-1:30 Farm Visit to Forestdale Farms, Flagstaff, AZ

Reservation Fee:

In order to ensure a committed group of participants, we have implemented a reservation fee of $26, $25 of which will be fully reimbursed upon your participation in the workshop. To secure your seat, this fee is required at the time of registration.

Important Note: Transportation is not provided for the outdoor farm visit. Please dress appropriately for outdoor activities and wear comfortable footwear.

This workshop was made possible by the USDA NIFA Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program.

Join us for a hands-on workshop tailored for beginning farmers and ranchers eager to enhance soil health. USDA  Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) experts will cover soil testing essentials (OM, EC, CEC) and strategies for managing high pH soils through amendments.

Date: April 11, 2024
Time: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: Willow Bend Environmental Education Center, followed by optional farm field trip to Wild Heart Farm, Rimrock, AZ

Cost: $25

Highlights:

• Learn soil testing basics and interpret analyses for improved soil health.

• Gain insights on amendments tailored for high pH soils.

• Hands-on soil sampling demo during farm field trip to Wild Heart Farm.

• Networking lunch featuring farm-fresh produce.

Key Outcomes:

• Develop soil sampling proficiency.

• Identify effective amendments for soil health.

• Make informed decisions for sustainable farming practices.

Transportation is not provided for outdoor visit. Dress for outdoor activities.

Sign up here: https://flagstafffoodlink.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/flagstafffoodlink/event.jsp?event=1&

All Ages

Bring seeds, swap seeds, and meet other growers in our community! This event is free and will have family activities. (You do not have to bring seeds to participate.)

To request a reasonable accommodation for any type of disability, please call 928-213-2348. Three days prior notice is requested.

Join us for an informative session on Flagstaff Foodlink! Whether you’re considering board membership or simply interested in learning more about our organization, all are welcome to attend. Discover how you can become a vital part of our mission to create a more sustainable and equitable food system. Learn about board member opportunities, our impactful programs, and how you can help shape the future of food in Flagstaff.
Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with us and explore ways to get involved!

Register here if you're interested!
https://forms.gle/XaGu56hiwgGLM8Uy7

Join us virtually on December 7th from 5:30-6:30 PM to explore opportunities and insights for local farmers. Discover how the Grower Grant Program supports small-scale food producers in Coconino and Navajo Counties. Grant will open on December 1st, 2023. Learn about eligibility, project examples, and how to make a meaningful impact on local food systems. Register for the workshop to secure your spot. For more information, email us at grow@flagstafffoodlink.com. This workshop is made possible thanks to funding from the Arizona Community Foundation of Flagstaff.

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Join Flagstaff Foodlink and Willow Bend Center for a hands-on workshop where you'll learn three exciting ways to transform this year's bumper apple crop into delectable value-added products:  apple sauce, dehydrated apples and cider. Whether you're an experienced home chef or a novice, this workshop offers a unique opportunity to connect with fellow apple enthusiasts and celebrate the abundance of the season. This event is free but space is limited, so be sure to register to secure your spot. It's made possible thanks to Flagstaff Foodlink's 2023 "Building Community Through Food" series, funded by the City of Flagstaff Neighborhood Sustainability Grant, and donors like you. 

Click here to register.

Join us for the 3rd Annual Harvest Festival & Indigenous Farmers Market at Colton Community Garden!

• Date: Saturday, September 23rd

• Time: 10 AM - 2 PM

• Location: Museum of Northern Arizona, Colton Community Garden (across Ft Valley Rd from main MNA exhibits building on N Winding Brook Road)

Interested in being a vendor? Fill out our application linked here.

Saturday, September 9th, 10AM-2PM (break for lunch) at Colton Garden 

Join Flagstaff Foodlink for an exciting community workshop! Discover the art of seed saving at the Flagstaff Foodlink workshop led by renowned expert Bill McDorman and Kate Watters(Wild Heart Farm). Uncover techniques to conserve a variety of native and non-native plants thriving in the northern high desert region. From life cycles to storage, learn the essentials and ensure plant biodiversity for generations to come. Admission is free with registration, and light refreshments will be provided

FREE, but RSVP required.  This event was made possible from Flagstaff Foodlink's 2023 “Building Community Through Food” series, funded by the City of Flagstaff Neighborhood Sustainability Grant, and donors like you.

Register here: https://forms.gle/GGJsHDVZsqTuq2Ye9

ATTN: All farmers & ranchers, as well as aspiring agricultural workers!

Learn about & apply for the AZ Agricultural Workforce Development program that supports beginning farmers & ranchers. Organizations are eligible for reimbursement of apprentice wages up to $10,000!

Presented by: Flagstaff Foodlink, UofA Cooperative Extension & the Flagstaff Sustainability Office

Flagstaff Foodlink invites the community to join us for our 1st Annual native American Farmers Market

The market vendor registration is currently open!

This event directly supports our local indigenous farmers by providing a venue to market to the Flagstaff community. We welcome all Norther Arizona Indigenous Growers to participate. All proceeds go directly to the growers. The market is limited to produce and farm raised products only.

Join us on Thursday, November 12 at 12p PT for a virtual Real Food Real Stories gathering with Burrell Jones of Tolani Lake Enterprises.

About this Event

There is a growing revival of cultural practices based in seasonal nutrition, reciprocal relationship, and stewardship of land and water.

This fall we have the honor to hear stories from three Indigenous changemakers who are revitalizing their ancestral traditions, modeling the work of reconnecting with culturally rooted, ecologically responsible food practices.

This work is vital to our collective future. With listening, learning, and action in the present, we can shift from a system of exploitation to a regenerative and just food economy that reflects an ethic of care.

On November 12, join us for a story and q+a with Burrell Jones of Tolani Lake Enterprises

Make a meal and get together with your roommates, your partner, and/or your cat to tune in to this virtual gathering! After registering, you'll receive additional details for how to participate and the Zoom link to join.

Timeline

12:00pm Virtual Gathering begins

Story-Sharing

Q+A

Connection Circles

1:15pm Gathering Closes

About Burrell Jones

Burrell Jones is from the Grandfalls area in the Leupp community located on the Navajo Nation. He was born in Flagstaff and raised by his grandparents and parents. He was taught western ways of learning throughout his school years, but grew up with the values of being Navajo. Burrell is currently the Youth Program Manager at Tolani Lake Enterprises where he provides an opportunity to the local youth to learn about cultural foods, farming practices, and creating a supportive environment. He believes growing traditional foods and learning about our connection to the world around us is eye opening in terms of knowing where you come from and your identity.

Things you’ll need to participate

• RFRS Virtual Community Agreements (available to view after registration)

• A reliable internet connection

• A laptop or mobile device

• Zoom (Please have this ready in advance. You can join from your browser or the software/mobile app)

• Listening ears

It’s that simple, we promise!

Why Virtual? It’s in times like these that gathering, sharing, listening, and eating together is most important. Moving our gathering to a virtual format allows us to safely gather with our households and also come together as a larger community online. The flow will mimic our in-person monthly gatherings, we’ll have some time for small group conversation, we’ll ring the singing bowl, Laura will share her story, and we’ll have an extended q+a at the end.

New Here? Every month at Real Food Real Stories, we gather together over a meal and a story from a local food changemaker. Why? Our mission is to humanize the food system for a more connected and just tomorrow, and we believe that there isn’t anything quite like food and story to create connections, bridge divides, and shift culture.

Although we can’t all gather together in person, we can gather in our homes to share a meal and tune in to the live story and q+a.

Questions? Ping us at @rfrstories or email info@realfoodrealstories.org.