Paicines Ranch

For the 4th year, the NoRegrets Initiative, Paicines Ranch Learning Center, and expert conveners, Christine Ageton and Nikki Silvestri, are offering a three-day transformational deep dive into facilitation skills, targeted specifically at leaders who identify as women and serve rural communities, with experience in hosting groups and a desire to deepen their practice. ??Gathering Fire Facilitation Training, May 20-22 & May 27-29, 2025 at Paicines Ranch. ??NEW THIS YEAR: We will be offering TWO training dates in 2025 due to an extraordinary increase in applications since we launched this offering. AND, there will be two ways to participate: ??Option 1 is an open and paid registration for those with the resources available to cover costs. ??Option 2 is application-based and funded by NoRegrets Initiative at little to no cost to participants (applications due February 23). What is Gathering Fire? As part of the cohort, you can expect to... ?? Learn practical frameworks and tools for facilitation of diverse groups to support your leadership growth and personal development journey. ??Grow relational and interpersonal skills to facilitate across differences while centering equity and inclusion. ??Receive space and nourishment to relax, rejuvenate and allow for creativity and self-care using the majesty of Paicines Ranch, radical hospitality of its team, and spacious training agenda. ??Experience and learn from the co-facilitation mastery of expert conveners Nikki Silvestri and Christine Ageton. Whether you are a skilled facilitator looking for inspiration and community, or a newer convener seeking to deepen your practice and network; we invite you to join us! ?? Visit ?? for all the details and to register or apply (applications due Feb. 23!) https://lnkd.in/gzjjiMQy #facilitationtraining #gatheringfire #paicinesranch #womensleadership #ruralwomen

Paicines Ranch and Women In Ranching have a long history of mutual support: WIR began their journey at Paicines Ranch over a decade ago.?We are humbled and thrilled to announce that the Paicines Ranch Learning Center will be co-hosting the Women in Ranching annual Confluence here at our Ranch this spring: ??Rooted in Resilience: Nurturing Land and Leadership, March 7th-9th, 2025 This theme emerged from our collective understanding that resilience does not need to be a solitary journey. Each of us carries a unique thread of wisdom, strength, and insight. When we come together, sharing our stories and knowledge, these threads intertwine to create a powerful, transformative fabric of collective strength. Our resilience grows exponentially when we listen, connect, and amplify one another’s voices – turning personal moments of courage into a movement of unstoppable potential. What’s in store: ??Educational sessions beneath ancient oaks ??Land-based wisdom sharing on historic grazing lands ??Deep connections with fellow ranching women and time with guest speakers? ??Hands-on experience in regenerative practices ??Stories that will motivate, inspire, and ignite action Will you join us? ?? Visit this page to learn more & register: https://lnkd.in/gGtuhbmx #womeninranching #paicinesranch

?? The moment you've all been waiting for... Applications are OPEN for our New Agrarian Program’s 2025 apprenticeships! Be sure to check out our locations page and see the mentors who will be accepting applications in 2025. Applications are open through December 15. https://lnkd.in/gdCC_8BZ If you’d like to join a live call to hear more about the program and ask any questions, register for our New Agrarian Program 101 webinar on November 13: https://lnkd.in/gPu5JsPt

Sallie will be speaking at the *virtual & free* Regenerative Legacy Summit next month, August 13-14. Her session will focus on "Rethinking Return" and building a legacy and a living through a whole ecosystem approach. Here's what the conference organizers say about this event: Facing challenges in modern farming or ranching? You're not alone. It’s time to turn these challenges into opportunities at The Regenerative Legacy Summit, hosted by AG Steward and Jared Sorensen, from August 13-14, 2024. What’s in Store for You? - ?? Adapting to Environmental Changes: Tactics to thrive amidst evolving environmental conditions. - ?? Boosting Profitability Sustainably: Learn how to maximize profits without reliance on subsidies. - ?? Expert-Led Learning: Insights from 20+ industry leaders over two transformative days. - ?? Networking Opportunities: Connect with fellow farmers, ranchers, and pioneers in regenerative agriculture. - ?? Practical, Actionable Advice: Equip yourself with knowledge that's directly applicable to your business. Why Attend? This is more than just a conference. It's a community coming together to forge a future where farming and ranching are not only profitable but sustainable, creating a thriving legacy for generations to come. ?? This event is FREE! Register Now at ??: https://lnkd.in/gQSKxFWR

Earlier this year, we welcomed the Fresh Local Organic Culinary Workshop, hosted by Conscious Kitchen / Turning Green in collaboration with the Alice Waters Institute for Edible Education and Regenerative Agriculture, which brought together multiple food service leaders from school districts across California, organic farmers from neighboring counties, and other organizations working in this space. This workshop is part of Conscious Kitchen's larger program to support school food service to transition their school food systems to scratch cooked meals made from fresh local organic seasonal and nutritious ingredients. Conscious Kitchen also supports small organic farmers to access new institutional marketplaces (such as schools) to support them economically and include them in the farm-to-school programming of school districts through farmer visits and educational pieces. We are honored to be a host location for values-aligned groups like these to further their work in growing a better food system for us all. WATCH: https://lnkd.in/gWkvuH54