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Frequently Asked Questions

• What sustainability-focused courses are available?

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  Our sustainability course offerings include: Home Composting for Beginners (available in-person and online), Setting up a Worm Farm (in-person and online), Gardening with Indigenous Plants, Beekeeping workshops, and Kintsugi Ceramic Repair. These courses focus on waste reduction, soil improvement, native biodiversity, and circular economy principles. Most courses are 1-2.5 hours in duration and include hands-on learning components.

• Do you offer online sustainability courses?

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  Yes. We offer online versions of Home Composting for Beginners and Setting up a Worm Farm. These interactive online workshops run approximately 1 hour and include time for questions and participant interaction. A Zoom link is sent prior to each event. Discounted bins and resources are available to online participants.

• What materials and resources are included in sustainability workshops?

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  Course inclusions vary by workshop. The Beekeeping Workshop includes a wooden beehive frame with beeswax foundation and a $5 discount on the NSW Department of Primary Industry's 'Bee AgSkills' book. Composting and worm farm courses offer discounted bins and resources available for purchase on the day. Cheese-making courses include 20% discounts on equipment purchases.

• Are there age restrictions for sustainability courses?

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  Most sustainability courses are adult-focused. Home Composting, Setting up a Worm Farm, and Kintsugi Ceramic Repair are designed for adults and not suited to young children. The 'Get Clucking' chicken care course is suitable for ages 14 and above. The Introduction to Beekeeping welcomes families with children, though children do not require a separate ticket.

• What is the maximum class size for sustainability workshops?

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  Class sizes are kept small for personalized instruction. The Beekeeping Workshop is limited to 8 participants, the Alterations and Mending Workshop to 4 participants, and the Sourdough Bread Workshop to a maximum of 7 participants to maintain an informal, interactive format.

• How can I prepare for a sustainability course?

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  Preparation depends on the specific course. For fruit tree pruning workshops, bring gardening gloves, a hat, and clean sharp secateurs. For composting and worm farm workshops, wear outdoor footwear and sunscreen if weather permits outdoor viewing of on-site facilities. For hands-on courses like cheese-making, no prior experience is required. Contact Edendale on 9433 3711 to discuss accessibility needs or specific preparation requirements.