Record #:

36586

Author(s):

Whitner, Banta

Abstract:

Touted as an advantage for homeschooling was developing a connection with nature by learning skills such as growing produce and animal husbandry. Reasons noted for homeschooling included children possessing gifts or challenges traditional schooling is unequipped to handle. While adhering to the state’s core curriculum and assessments, it utilizes teaching methods aligning with learning styles and interests and prioritize mastery over grades. Local support for homeschooled children includes Asheville Arboretum’s EXPLORE and Earthaven Ecovillage.

Source:

The Laurel of Asheville (NoCar F 264 .A8 L28), Vol. 13 Issue 3, March 2017, p80-81 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Home schooling; Curriculum and methods in education; Animal husbandry; Gardening; Horticulture; Gifted children

Record #:

29682

Author(s):

Whitner, Banta

Abstract:

Hunter Stubbs is a landscape designer and partner at B.B. Barns Landscape Company in Asheville, North Carolina. In early fall, Stubbs tells gardeners to prepare the garden beds for winter and lay the foundation for the next growing season. Stubbs advises to take seasonal photos, save seeds, protect fragile plants, plant bulbs, apply compost, and bring plants inside.

Source:

The Laurel of Asheville (NoCar F 264 .A8 L28), Vol. 13 Issue 11, November 2016, p63, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Gardens and gardening

Record #:

29914

Author(s):

Whitner, Banta

Abstract:

The Southeast Wise Women Herbal Conference began thirteen years ago as a gathering of women who met to immerse themselves in the study of herbal medicine and the Wise Woman tradition of Earth-based healing. The annual event takes place in Black Mountain, North Carolina, and features classes in herbal medicines, holistic healing, women health and wellness.

Source:

The Laurel of Asheville (NoCar F 264 .A8 L28), Vol. 13 Issue 8, August 2017, p102-103, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Women--Societies and clubs; Women--Health and hygiene

Record #:

29684

Author(s):

Whitner, Banta

Abstract:

Three years ago, disabled Air Force veteran John Mahshie opened Veterans Healing Farm in Hendersonville, North Carolina. The healing farm supports veterans in the transition from military to civilian life by building community relationships and learning new skills, such as permaculture gardening and animal care.

Source:

The Laurel of Asheville (NoCar F 264 .A8 L28), Vol. 13 Issue 11, November 2016, p66-67, il, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Veterans; Community organization