Southwest Institute for Resilience

03/13/2025

Friends of the Apple Core, have you taken a grafting class already? Join us to graft another local heirloom apple tree of your favorite variety on Friday, April 11th! No grafting skills? That's okay...come watch Bodie & friends practice the fine art of grafting, and listen to some music by the talented Brendan Forrest. Enjoy some pizza & cider at our favorite local watering hole. Details below. For more information contact Melanie at 970-708-3972.

12/29/2024

Want to improve your soil structure in your garden? Check it out!

No-dig gardening is a method of growing plants without breaking up the soil, and instead covering the ground with organic matter. It's a popular choice for organic vegetable growers.
Here are some benefits of no-dig gardening:
🐛Improves soil structure: No-dig gardening doesn't disrupt the soil's structure or ecosystem, which is made up of microorganisms, fungi, and worms that help feed plant roots.
🐛Encourages carbon sequestration: Carbon is locked into the soil, rather than being released into the atmosphere when the soil is dug up.
🐛Improves drainage: No-dig gardening improves drainage, allowing water to sink in and be held near the roots of plants.
🐛Reduces weeds: Mulching in the first year can help reduce weeds and make them more manageable.
🐛Saves time: No-dig gardening is a good option for gardeners who don't have a lot of time to spend digging.
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12/11/2024

FOUND: Young, intact male found on Red Cliff Circle in Ridgway. Wearing a collar with no tags, no chip detected. He is safe at Second Chance. 🐾❤
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04/20/2024

04/20/2024

01/01/2024

These cupcakes are too cute