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Ag Mechanic Classes 2023

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It’s that time of year again where our Solid Ground Trainings are starting to get their gears rolling!  Kicking it off this season, we’re bringing back the ever popular Chainsaw Skills and Safety program directed toward women, our Beginning WeldeAg mechanics classes 2023 graphic with chainsawsrs Workshops, and an Intro to Carpentry! Each workshop cost $25 and includes lunch. See more info below!

Note: These trainings are intended for production farmers in Connecticut, if you have a hobby farm or are gardening, please reference this other wonderful UConn Extension program here: https://homegarden.cahnr.uconn.edu/ 

Title of class: Chainsaw Class Directed toward Women

Date: Saturday, November 18th

Time: 8:30-4:30

Location: Long Table Farm, 256 Beaver Brook Rd, Lyme, CT

Max Number of participants: 10

Description of class: 

Chainsaw Skills and Safety directed toward Women: Intro to safe chainsaw operation. Students will learn about PPE, work area safety, basic saw maintenance, chain sharpening, and how to develop a felling plan.  Each student will have a chance to fell their own tree.  You may bring your own saw or use one that will be provided by the instructor.

SIGN UP HERE: 

https://s.uconn.edu/sgchainsaw

 

Title of class: Basic Welding for Beginners

Date: Saturday, December 9th

Time: 9am – 3pm

Location: Rockville High School, 70 Loveland Hill Rd, Vernon

Max Number of participants: 10

Description of class:

Intro to the basics of welding. Learn the proper personal protective equipment required and safety protocols to know before getting started. Instructor will go over the fundamentals of MIG and stick welding, teaching you techniques to get welds done safely and efficiently.

SIGN UP HERE: 

https://s.uconn.edu/sgbasicwelding

 

Title of class: Power Tool Safety & Carpentry Basics Training

Date: Saturday, December 16th

Time: 9am – 3pm

Location: WorkspaceCT, 16 Trowbridge Dr, Bethel

Max Number of participants: 10

Description of class:

Get familiar with the power tools and carpentry skills that you’ll need on your farm. Learn how to use an impact driver, drill, skill saw, table saw and more. You will work with your new skills to complete a project to take home.

 SIGN UP HERE:

https://s.uconn.edu/sgpowertools&carpentrybasics

 

Please contact us 2 weeks in advance with special needs (dietary, translation, accessibility, etc.) We’ll do our best to accommodate you.

 

FOR ALL WORKSHOPS THAT INCLUDE TRAVEL: If the cost is prohibitive, Travel Stipends will be made available to participants at any event where travel is required to attend 

 

Please do not attend if you are not feeling well – you will receive a refund.

Ag Mechanics Series

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Our well-loved Ag-Mechanic Series is BAAAAACK!

With limited spaces, these trainings are meant to give you the basics on some of the common “mechanics” dilemmas you might face at your farm.  As a friendly reminder, these trainings are meant for those that are farming or intend to farm for a profit.  If you are interested in gaining skills in farming as a hobby, please reference this other great UConn program: https://homegarden.cahnr.uconn.edu/

To register for any of these trainings, visit: https://newfarms.uconn.edu/solidground/ 

Each class is $25 and includes a delicious lunch.  Please contact us if cost is prohibitive and we will work with you to make this affordable

FOR ALL WORKSHOPS THAT INCLUDE TRAVEL: If the cost is prohibitive, Travel Stipends will be made available to participants at any event where travel is required to attend.

AG Mechanics Workshop Series hosted by Solid Ground

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Solid Ground is excited to Announce our 2021-2022 Ag-Mechanics Workshop Series!
(COST PER WORKSHOP $25 – Lunch included | SPACES ARE LIMITED!
If the cost is prohibitive, you may request a stipend for lost wages and/or travel, by emailing Rebecca.Toms@UConn.edu
Please contact us 2 weeks in advance with special needs (dietary, translation, accessibility, etc.) We’ll do our best to accommodate you.
COVID REQUIREMENTS: masks or cloth face coverings that cover a person’s nose and mouth are required to be worn and we expect masks and social distancing measures to be used at this workshop. (Please do not attend if you are not feeling well- you will receive a refund.)

Upcoming Trainings

CHAINSAW SKILLS & SAFETY FOR WOMEN–
November 13th
Reserve your spot by emailing: Rebecca.Toms@UConn.edu
Rockville Agri-Science High School, Vernon CT- 9am-3pm
Intro to safe chain saw operation. Students will learn about PPE, work area safety, basic saw maintenance, chain sharpening, & how to develop a felling plan. Students will have a chance to fell a tree! Bring your own saw, or use ours. For women only.
TRACTOR IMPLEMENT OPERATIONS, SAFETY & ADJUSTMENT
November 20th (Snow date Nov 27)
Registration Coming Soon!
Nonnewaug Agri-Science High School, Woodbury CT- 9am-3pm
Safe & precise hookup of tractor attachments is critical on farms! Whether it’s 3-point-hitch or PTO, if this process is intimidating or difficult for you, join us! Learn the tips for attaching, calibrating, using common tractor attachments smoothly & efficiently.
SMALL ENGINE BREAKDOWN & REASSEMBLE
December 4th (Snowdate Dec. 18th)
Registration Coming Soon!
Nonnewaug Agri-Science High School, Woodbury CT- 9am-3pm
Ever wonder what a carburetor looks like? Or where it even is on a weed wacker? Get an in-depth understanding of small engine maintenance & repair by pulling apart and reassembling a standard small engine. We provide the engines! Bring your questions and any small engine that’s giving you trouble on your farm.
ADVANCED WELDING USING METAL INERT GAS METHODS-
December 11th (snow date Jan. 8)
Registration Coming Soon
Rockville Agri-Science High School, Vernon CT- 9am-3pm
Did you attend our welding workshop last year? Are you a novice welder? This workshop is perfect for you as we go deeper into welding using MIG (Metal Inert Gas) and take on bigger welding tasks that you might encounter on your farm.
POWER TOOLS & CARPENTRY BASICS FOR BIPOC FARMERS
February 5th  (Snow date Feb. 19th)
Registration Coming Soon!
Nonnewaug Agri-Science High School, Woodbury CT- 9am-3pm
Get familiar with the power tools & carpentry skills that you’ll need on your farm. Learn to use an impact driver, drill, skill saw, table saw, & more. You’ll work with your new skills to complete a project to take home! For those identifying as BIPOC only.
FIELD IRRIGATION-
February 12th (snow date Feb 26th)
Registration Coming Soon
Rockville Agri-Science High School, Vernon CT- 9am-3pm

Irrigation is a critical part of growing food. Reliable water infrastructure is key! Learn about drip lines, sprinklers, overhead guns, tile drainage, and reliable sources for your irrigation components.