Courses 2010
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PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT
Permaculture for Cold Temperate Gardens
There are still spaces available for this course!
If you would like to participate in this course please bring cash or a cheque to the course location, Jasper High School Home Economics Room. Be sure to bring a pen and paper to take notes and dress appropriately for the weather as you will be venturing outside to study some gardens in the community.
Date: June 12 & 13 NEW DATES!
Time: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Cost: $199
Instructor: Barb Hazenveld, Olds College
Permaculture is a design system for maximizing food production. In this introductory Permaculture course, you will learn how to make a basic design for your garden. You will also learn how to combine elements of your garden for maximum food production. Easy step by step methods of collecting water, creating healthy soil, and controlling pests and weeds will enable you to be less reliant on outside sources of input.
Permaculture emulates nature in its resilience. It teaches us how plants, animals and insects interact to create greater diversity and production in the
garden. This course will focus on specific techniques for organic growing, extending seasons, and harvest and storage for cold climates.
LANGUAGE
ESL for Beginners NEW DATES!
Date: June 28 - September 1 (Mon & Wed)
Time: 6:00 - 8:30 pm
Cost: $80
For people who have some very basic English skills, but need to improve in all areas for better communication. Grammar, vocabulary, reading and speaking are key areas that will be covered in class. Improvement in these areas will help with confidence when communicating in an English speaking setting.
English Language Learning: Intermediate
Date: June 22 - August 26 (Tues & Thurs)
Time: 5:30 - 8:00 pm NEW TIME!!
Cost: $80
This program is designed for foreign workers who need to improve their English language skills and who are new to Jasper and Alberta. There will be focus on orienting newcomers to the community, establishing connections to reduce isolation, and, with support, lay the groundwork for participation in all aspects of community life.
PERSONAL DEVELOMENT
Child and Youth Depression
Date: Thurs. June 24
Time: 6:30 - 8:30
Cost: FREE - Must pre-register
It would seem that depression in children and youth is on the rise. The reality is, if gone untreated, our young people are affected by a loss of educational opportunities, loss of social opportunities and the loss of time. This evening is
dedicated to exploring depression, what it looks like, what you watch for and what help is available.
OUTDOOR PURSUITS
Cycle Maintenance Course for Women
Date: Mon. June 21
Time: 6:00 - 9:00 pm
Cost: $35
Do you know how to look after your chain? Fix a puncture? Tweak your gears? You’ll get much more mileage out of your bike if you learn to look after it,plus you’ll never be caught out in an emergency. This course will cover the basic essentials for dealing with common roadside repairs so you can
get back on your bike and home safely. Includes: wheel removal and installation; puncture repair; gear tuning, and basic brake adjustment. This class is essentially road-and trail-side “bicycle first aid”.
Swift Water Rescue NEW DATES!!
Date: June 25, 26 & 27 (Fri to Sun)
Time: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Cost: $375 + $40/day Gear Rental
Recert: Please call us for details
Registration Deadline: Tues. June 15
In this three day session you will learn the skills required to react quickly, precisely and safely to help yourself and others in a distressful situation on or around the water.
Learn proper use of equipment, assessing river dynamics and hazards, and making relevant decisions regarding your group size, roles and capabilities. You will learn both in classroom sessions as well as practical sessions. This swiftwater rescue training course not only meets the standards of the Professional River Outfitters Association of Alberta it is recognised around the world through the International Rescue Instructors Authority (IRIA). This is a certification course for (SFR-O) through Rescue Canada and the (IRIA).
GENERAL
Wedding Planning 101
Date: Mon. June 28
Time: 6:00 - 9:00 pm
Cost: $25
Have you made the commitment to plan your own wedding but not really sure where to start? Looking for affordable and professional guidance someone to help point you in the right direction? In a relaxed and interactive environment brides
have an opportunity to get to know each other, share their concerns, ask questions pertaining to their own wedding and most importantly, have fun!
Vision: Our community champions literacy and embraces lifelong learning
