Workshop: Learn How a Mini-Forest Can Bring Nature to Your Community

Workshop: Learn How a Mini-Forest Can Bring Nature to Your Community

  • ALL AGES

Learn the benefits and how-tos of planting a mini-forest in your community with presenters Nate Galloway, and Hannah Lewis

By Friends of the Mississippi River

Date and time

Location

Pilgrim Baptist Church

732 Central Avenue West Saint Paul, MN 55104

About this event

  • Event lasts 1 hour 30 minutes
  • ALL AGES
  • Free venue parking

The Miyawaki Method is an exciting technique that community members can use to grow a dense forest quickly in small spaces. Developed by Dr. Akira Miyawaki, this method offers a step-by-step process for planting and nurturing mini-forests. These tiny but mighty forests contribute to cleaner water and air and offer shade and access to nature for city-dwellers.

At this free interactive workshop and mini-forest tour with Garden Educator/Land Connector Nate Galloway and Hannah Lewis, the author of the book Mini-Forest Revolution: Using the Miyawaki Method to Rapidly Rewild the World, participants will learn about the benefits of planting a mini-forest at their school or other community spaces. They'll also learn how to get started with a mini-forest and discover resources available for mini-forests.

Together, we'll also remember and honor the memory of the late, deeply respected community leader Melvin Giles, who helped come up with the idea for this workshop and was a collaborator in planting the mini-forest at Pilgrim Baptist Church's Community Garden.

Light refreshments and beverages will be served at this event. All attendees will also qualify for a prize drawing. Prizes will include a copy of the book Mini-Forest Revolution, a rain barrel, and more.

The event will include hands-on learning and art activities for children and youth, and all ages are welcome. Space is limited, however, and registration is required. If you will be accompanied by youth, please indicate on your registration form how many children you plan to bring to the event so we can plan accordingly.

Event photo courtesy of Deborah Rose, Minnesota Department of Natural Resources

This event is supported by funding from City of St. Paul Public Works.

Frequently asked questions

Is this event accessible?

Most activities at this event, including tours around the mini-forest and community garden, will be reached via a level gravel path or on a lawn near the garden.

Where can I park at this event?

There is ample free on-street parking in the residential neighborhood streets near the church.

Is this event easily reachable by transit?

Pilgrim Baptist Church is located near the Metro Green Line and the 21, 65 and 67 bus lines.

Will food be served at this event?

We will have light refreshments and beverages available for free at this event.

Are children welcome at this event?

Children are welcome, and we will have some art-making and educational activities for children. However, space is limited. We ask that you let us know on your registration form how many children and youth you will bring so we can plan accordingly.

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FMR works to protect, restore and enhance the Mississippi River in the Twin Cities area.

Learn more and check out our full calendar of events at FMR.org.

FreeAug 14 · 5:30 PM CDT