by Kathy Becklin | Mar 1, 2013 | Front Page Articles
Here’s a sneak peek at the menu from our fabulous chefs supporting the upcoming Grow Some Good event – A Sunset Taste of School Gardens. Saturday, March 2, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hotel Wailea. Buy your tickets by 2 p.m. Saturday and get $10 off. Tickets...
by Kathy Becklin | Jul 2, 2012 | Culture, Education, Front Page Slider, School Gardens, Zero Waste
The following is a synopsis of seaweed lessons and materials used for YMCA classes (mixed ages). Goal: Give students a understanding of the value of seaweed and it’s importance in our Hawaiian economy and culture. Time: 30 minutes Basic Plan: 1) Gather students...
by Kathy Becklin | Jun 7, 2012 | Front Page Articles
Each week, The Maui News Kahiau column features a local REALTOR who is giving back to the community. Our own Maui Realtor Kathy Becklin was featured on 6/2/2012 with the amazing Grow Some Good project. Another friend, Karen Williamson, who has volunteered in the...
by Kathy Becklin | Mar 21, 2012 | Garden Tips, Growing
Here are a few pieces that we’ve gotten from various sources that may help others decide what to plant and when to plant it. This one page summary tells what to plant by elevation. (Source: Master Gardeners) Vegetables in South Maui Chart – This list was...
by Kathy Becklin | Mar 21, 2012 | Garden Tips, Growing
Garden Tip: Treating Slugs with Coffee For an all natural, good for your soil and plants slug treatment, use your leftover morning coffee and coffee grounds around your vegetable garden plants. While different studies have shown varying degrees of success using coffee...