Duke Campus Farm Winter Workshop Series
Surviving the Zombie Apocalypse
When the Zombies come, will you be prepared?
We don’t know when or where or how it will begin, but we know this: the rise of the living dead will forever change the world we inhabit. With the power grid down, global trade halted, and brain-loving zombies roaming the countryside, you’ll need the hard skills to thrive off the grid. That’s why this Winter the Duke Campus Farm and Students for Sustainable Living are offering a series of hands-on workshops in everything from growing backyard mushrooms to foraging and fire-making. Join us for these fun workshops and you may even learn something that’s useful today. All workshops are free and open to the public, unless otherwise noted.
Most of the workshops require RSVP and links are provided below.
Jan 21 Mushroom Logs 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location: Duke Campus Farm – 4910 Friends School Road
Instructor: Damon Cory-Watson and Woodfruit Farm
Learn how to grow Shitake and Oyster mushrooms and about how mushrooms can save the world. Participants will have hands on experience inoculating mushroom logs, that once mature will be served in the dining halls. This event is a collaboration between the Duke Campus Farm, Duke Forest, Duke Mycology Lab, and Woodfruit Farm. No RSVP required.
Feb 3 Basic Cooking Class 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Location: Smith Warehouse Kitchen – Bay 6, Room 265
Instructor: Darrow VW and Emily Mendenhall
Zombies hate restaurants and will destroy them, so you’ll need to learn to cook. Come learn the basics of lentils and rice, past and sauce, salad and salad dressing. Then we’ll eat our creations. RSVP required.
Feb 10 Beer Brewing 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Smith Warehouse Kitchen – Bay 6, Room 265
Instructor: Lee Miller and Emily Sloss
Beer is an important food group for most college students, so knowing how to make your own if things go south is essential. Learn about the basics of homebrewing with this hands-on workshop. RSVP required.
Feb 17 Cheese-making 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Location: Smith Warehouse Kitchen – Bay 6, Room 265
Instructor: Anna Willoughby
Life without cheese is hard to imagine. Join us as we learn to make delicious cheeses like mozzarella and various hard cheeses. RSVP Required.
Feb 24 Bike Repair Class 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Location: Durham Cycles, 756 Ninth Street
Instructor: David of Durham Cycles
At the end of times, there certainly won’t be any more fuel for cars. So you’ll need to know how to keep your bike in tiptop shape in case you need to outrun the living dead. David will teach you how to fix a flat, adjust your gears, adjust your brakes, properly lubricate your chain, and spot things that need to be brought to an expert. RSVP required.
March 18 Container Gardening 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location: Doris Duke Center
Instructor: Extension Master Gardeners
Do you live in a small space like a dorm room or apartment but still crave fresh produce from the garden? Come learn the basics of growing in small spaces. RSVP required: email slsmith@duke.edu during the work week.
March 30 Foraging and Fire-making 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Duke Campus Farm–4910 Friends School Rd–and Duke Forest
Instructor: TBA
Foraging and fire-making are some of the most essential off the grid skills. Join a local expert on a walk to learn which common plants are edible and useful. The walk will conclude with a camp fire-making lesson in the Duke Forest. RSVP required.
April 13 Jam Making 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Location: Smith Warehouse Kitchen – Bay 6, Room 265
Instructor: Ben and Ali of This & That Jam
This hands-on workshop will teach participants how to make jam using seasonal produce from the Duke Campus Farm. Take a jar home with you to enjoy! Hosted in partnership with Duke's Environmental Management Action Committee (EMAC) and This & That Jam. RSVP required.
April 17 Local Vegetarian Cooking 11:30 AM -1:30 PM
Location: Smith Warehouse Kitchen – Bay 6, Rooms 265 and 271
Instructor: Organics and Sound
The non-profit Organics and Sound will lead a local, vegetarian culinary workshop for the Duke community. O&S provides a unique blend of education on healthier dietary options highlighted by dining events that combine food and music to connect sustainably grown local food, art, and community. Hosted in partnership with Duke's Environmental Management Action Committee (EMAC). RSVP required.
Community Workdays
Community workdays resume this semester starting January 8th. Join us every Sunday morning from 10am-2pm of Spring 2012!
If you have any questions about the workshop series or community workdays, e-mail emily.sloss@duke.edu.