Newcomers to Cochrane became the first to tour the Passive Solar Roller of Cultivate Cochrane over the weekend as they geared up to provide valuable tips on growing in the Cochrane area.
Carolyn Barclay, program coordinator for the Cochrane Immigrant Services Committee, organized a tour that would aid those new to the community to gain some insight into Cochrane's challenging growing season.
Two weeks ago, the seeds were planted in the educational greenhouse on wheels, explained Tiffany Talen and Julie Falconer of Cultivate Cochrane. Its first major stop is this week's Aggie Days, April 9 to 13, in Calgary.
Only a few weeks later, it's part of the Cochrane & Area Gardening Expo on April 27, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Cochrane Lions Events Centre. Admission is free.
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It makes several other stops in Cochrane at events and schools.
To keep track of the voyages ahead and receive helpful growing tips, check out the Cultivate Cochrane website here.