Week of Events
2024 Wilderness Advanced First Aid Certification Course
WAFA is a comprehensive training course that teaches students how to handle medical emergencies when they are in remote areas and miles from help or when contacting emergency services is not possible (such as in a natural disaster). Students leave prepared for situations that involve severe environments, prolonged patient care, and improvised equipment. All Blackwood…
Volunteer Day at Landfarm
Volunteer Day at Landfarm
Blackwood would not exist without you, our incredibly passionate volunteers. The easiest way to get involved is at our weekly Wednesday volunteer days from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm. As a thank you, we provide a fresh farm lunch for all volunteers afterward. Click here to volunteer at Blackwood Landfarm.
Skyfarm Open Farm/Fresh Market & Community Food Lesson (Wed.)
Skyfarm Open Farm/Fresh Market & Community Food Lesson (Wed.)
Our weekly Open Farm Day is your chance to experience the Blackwood Skyfarm at POST Houston for after-school/after-work education each and every week. Each Open Farm Day begins with a 1 hour interactive tour of the Blackwood Skyfarm followed by a 1 hour food or farming lesson. Weekly on Wednesdays, year-round. 4:30 PM to 6:30…
Blackwood Skyfarm Tours (Th)
Blackwood Skyfarm Tours (Th)
The Blackwood Skyfarm at POST Houston is available for educational tours to groups, schools, businesses, and more each week by appointment, made at least 48 hours in advance. Our availability for tours is Thursday 8 AM to 12 PM and Friday 12 PM to 2 PM. Our standard introductory tour lasts for 1 hour but…
Skyfarm Open Farm/Volunteer Day (Fri.)
Skyfarm Open Farm/Volunteer Day (Fri.)
Our weekly Open Farm Day is your chance to experience the Blackwood Skyfarm at POST Houston for after-school/after-work education each and every week. Each Open Farm Day begins with a 1-hour interactive tour of the Skyfarm followed by a 1-hour food or farming lesson. Weekly on Fridays, year-round. 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM. Free and…
Blackwood Skyfarm Tours (Fri)
Blackwood Skyfarm Tours (Fri)
The Blackwood Skyfarm at POST Houston is available for educational tours to groups, schools, businesses, and more each week by appointment, made at least 48 hours in advance. Our availability for tours is Thursday 8 AM to 12 PM and Friday 12 PM to 2 PM. Our standard introductory tour lasts for 1 hour but…
Urban Harvest Farmers Market
Urban Harvest Farmers Market
Shop the Blackwood stand at Urban Harvest Farmers Market every Saturday from 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM. As one of the largest farmers' markets in Texas, Urban Harvest supports over 100 local vendors and producers, all within 180 miles of Houston. Be a part of the good food movement and support Blackwood! Saturday Farmers Market…
Open Landfarm Days
Open Landfarm Days
Eat, Drink, Shop, Tour, and Learn during our Open Farm Days at Blackwood Educational Land Institute. Our Farm Stand will be open every Saturday, offering chef-curated meals that feature ingredients sourced directly from our farm. We have collaborated with other local farmers to provide an authentic farm-to-plate experience. In addition to our delicious food options,…