Community Education

On Friday, October 23, 2026, Meadow Farm Community Land Trust and LISTOS California hosted a follow-up disaster preparedness class at Caspar Community Center, offering a deeper dive into how we can prepare not only as individuals and households, but as a community. Building on our previous classes, we explored practical ways to prepare for emergencies,

Meadow Farm Community Land Trust was grateful to bring our community together on October 16, 2026 for two events exploring the future of human waste and the possibilities for more sustainable, resilient sanitation systems. The afternoon began with a book reception and signing at The Gallery Bookshop in Mendocino with anthropologist Nick Kawa, author of

We recently gathered at The Woods in Little River for a well attended two hour workshop on disaster preparedness, with both residents and community members joining the conversation. We explored practical ways households and communities can prepare for emergencies and build resilience, with discussion ranging from sheltering in place and food and water storage to

We had an amazing afternoon at Meadow Farm harvesting and screening quinoa together. As the final session in our quinoa workshop series, we learned how to separate the seeds from the dried leaves and stems, then gathered around a delicious vegan potluck lunch to share food and community. It was a wonderful way to celebrate

Following last spring’s ecological sanitation gathering, community members, researchers, and organizers came together for a weekend of conversations focused on resilience, sustainability, and practical responses to sanitation challenges during droughts, disasters, and infrastructure failures. The event explored safe, low-cost, and community-centered alternatives to conventional waste systems, with discussions ranging from municipal infrastructure and failing septic

On April 22, Meadow Farm Community Land Trust hosted a guided walk through the coastal dunes, led by local naturalist Jim Gibson. Participants gathered at the Ward Avenue beach access and explored the unique ecosystem of the dunes and surrounding landscape. Along the way, Jim shared insights into the diverse plant life that thrive in

Meadow Farm Community Land Trust was proud to take part in this year’s Earth Day celebration at the Noyo Food Forest on April 18. This vibrant community gathering brought together local organizations, educators, and neighbors to celebrate sustainability, stewardship, and our shared connection to the land. We were grateful for the opportunity to host a

We enjoyed a lovely afternoon walk with friends, exploring meadow and forest trails and discovering native flowers along the way. Together, we learned about their ecological roles and how we can help them thrive. Guided by Alison Gardner, a longtime coastal explorer and native plant nursery caretaker, the walk offered a chance to connect with

Meadow Farm Community Land Trust partnered with LISTOS and Catholic Charities of Northwest California to host disaster preparedness classes focused on practical tools for staying safe during high-risk seasons. Participants learned how to prepare for emergencies, build household plans, and access important community resources. Everyone who attended the workshops received a complimentary Disaster Preparedness Go

A Waterless Sanitation Composting Weekend
October 4–5, 2025
Fort Bragg, CA