{"product_id":"solar-grazing-principles-practices-and-partnerships-september-28-30-2027","title":"Solar Grazing: Principles, Practices, and Partnerships: September 28-30, 2027","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDon't miss this unique opportunity to expand your knowledge and connect with experts in the field of regenerative agriculture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eClass size is limited to 16 participants\u003c\/b\u003e, ensuring a personalized and immersive learning experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAll ticket purchases include farm-to-table meals\u003c\/b\u003e from the White Oak Pastures Farmer's Table Restaurant throughout the session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eMembers of the\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmerican Solar Grazing Association (ASGA) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewho complete this workshop are eligible to earn a \u003cb\u003edigital badge\u003c\/b\u003e and be listed on the \u003cb\u003eASGA Solar Grazing Map\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWorkshop Registration\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eRegistration covers one participant. Bring a spouse, family member, friend, or business partner and save on registration. Receive \u003cb\u003e10% off all registrations when purchasing two tickets\u003c\/b\u003e or \u003cb\u003e15% off when purchasing three tickets \u003c\/b\u003eor\u003cb\u003e 20% off when purchasing four or more tickets\u003c\/b\u003e. These discounts apply automatically at checkout and cannot be combined with other promotional offers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLodging\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eEnjoy an \u003cb\u003eexclusive 20% off lodging at White Oak Pastures\u003c\/b\u003e with your ticket purchase!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recommend \u003cstrong\u003eWhite Oak Pastures\u003c\/strong\u003e for convenient and comfortable lodging during your workshop. The farm offers a variety of accommodations, including cozy cabins, family-sized houses, and full hook-up RV sites. \u003cspan\u003eSome options are within walking distance of the event center, while others are just a short drive away.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eBrowse available accommodations and book online at:\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/whiteoakpastures.com\/cabins\"\u003ehttps:\/\/whiteoakpastures.com\/cabins\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOnce you’ve purchased your ticket, we will email you your lodging discount code.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAdditional (undiscounted) lodging options are available \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0678\/4145\/8425\/files\/Lodging_Options_Close_to_White_Oak_Pastures_for_Rooted_in_Regeneration_Summit.docx.pdf?v=1705534001\" title=\"Additional Lodging Options\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTravel Information\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe program begins in the afternoon, around \u003cstrong\u003e1:30 PM\u003c\/strong\u003e on Day 1, and concludes by approximately \u003cstrong\u003e3:00 PM \u003c\/strong\u003eon Day 3.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIf you're flying in, \u003cb\u003eplease note:\u003c\/b\u003e the nearest airports are too far for ride-sharing services like Uber or Lyft. We recommend renting a car to ensure reliable transportation to and from the farm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCancellation Policy\u003cspan class=\"MsoHyperlink\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAll CFAR event ticket purchases are \u003cb\u003efinal and non-refundable\u003c\/b\u003e. However, we understand that life happens. If you’re unable to attend a workshop, we’re happy to work with you to \u003cb\u003etransfer your payment to a future CFAR event\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eTo request a transfer or if you have any questions about this policy, please reach out to us at \u003ca href=\"mailto:info@agriculturalresilience.org\"\u003einfo@agriculturalresilience.org\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorkshop Description\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSolar Grazing: Principles, Practices, and Partnerships (September 28–30, 2027)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Solar Grazing Workshop offers an innovative approach to sustainable land use by combining renewable energy production with responsible livestock management. 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