Providing the region’s drinking water, energy production and fuel for local agriculture, the Catawba River is critical to the Charlotte community. The River is also one of the most “critical” rivers in the country. To make a quick comparison, the Colorado River is 1,480 miles long with 15 dams approximately every 96.7 miles and 33
Sustainability Mini Series
rivendellfarm2018-06-27T15:34:13+00:00The Rivendell Farms of the Carolinas (RFC) team is passionate about showing people the practical side to sustainability. Our Sustainability Mini Series will consist of a set of lectures and presentations on a variety of different topics related to sustainable living. We will be hosting this series at several locations across the Charlotte region. Locations
Urban Farm Management in a local Food Desert
rivendellfarm2018-06-07T16:40:27+00:00• 2016 – 2017 • 1-acre, sustainable urban farm in east Charlotte, NC • Crops grown support 700+ meal recipients for Charlotte’s “meals-on-wheels” organization • Crops also support two farmers markets in food deserts • Plan crop rotations with the intention of conducting year-round, weekly harvests of seasonal produce • Supervise groups of volunteers to
Course Instructor & Consultant
rivendellfarm2018-06-07T16:40:56+00:00• 2017 – Present • The Patio Farmer, “edible installations for small spaces” • Offer classes throughout the year on a variety of topics related to growing food in small spaces (ie: container gardening) • Offer consultations, installations and custom maintenance place for people living in the city who want to feel a sense of