Bamboo Basics: Production, Preservation, and Construction
Presented By: ECHO
Register Before:
January 30, 2017 14:32
Event Contact:
Renee Gill (study@echonet.org)
With over 1,000 different species of bamboo in the world, the plant remains essential source of food, implements, and construction materials. In this hands-on workshop participants will be exposed to dozens of useful tropical varieties of bamboo. They will gain practical insights related to the propagation of various types of bamboo, as well as basic production approaches. Additionally, participants will explore harvesting and preservation methods and construction techniques.
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Event Details
Location
ECHO Global Farm
17391 Durrance Road North Fort Myers, Florida 33917 USA
Language
All course material is presented in English.
Cost
Registration Fee: $540.00
Registration fees include:
- Week-long course
- Meals (Monday evening through Saturday morning).
- Housing
Registration does not include:
- Transportation to or from the Airport
You can arrive on February 6th and stay through until February 11th.
Payment Options
Payment must be made online, within two weeks of registering, using a valid credit card.
Lodging
Lodging is provided on campus.
ECHO is a working farm, and lodging options include dormitory style.
If you are a couple, ECHO will try to accomodate housing, but depending on course numbers, it may be necessary to house based on gender.
Food
Registration fees include all meals for Sunday night - Saturday morning.
At this time we are not always able to accommodate those with special dietary needs or food allergies. (Those with special dietary needs will need to plan accordingly, please indicate your allergies on your registration form.)
Additional Opportunities
Florida resident? - please contact rgill@echonet.org for discounted rates
Attended a previous ECHO Florida Training? - please contact rgill@echonet.org for your discount
Groups of 3 or more will recieve 20% discount.
Additional Information
Cancellation Policy - ECHO Classes
Payment for ECHO classes is required at the time of registration. Due to the nature of the class, we require at least 2-weeks notice of cancellation to receive a full refund of your fees. If less than 2-weeks notice is given a refund will not be issued.
These courses are interest-driven, therefore we reserve the right to cancel an course due to lack of interest. Should a cancellation be necessary, we will do so two weeks before the first day of class.
Suggested items to pack:
It is always a good idea to bring a jacket or sweater. As there will be time built in for being on the farm and possibly working with our interns, bring a set of clothes that you don't mind getting dirty. A hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, water bottle and insect repellent would be good to include in your luggage. It may also be helpful to bring a flashlight to use in walking around campus after dark.