Summertime Fun for Adults
Why should kids get to have all the fun? In addition to our full lineup of youth classes and camps this summer, we also have a number of classes for adults, too - and we just added more!
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Betty's Bike Clinic
Saturday, May 10, 9:00am to 5:00pm
CWC Alpine Science Institute
Join BICP and PMBIA certified coach Stacy Wells and Lindsay Nohl PMBIA, Level 2 Certified coach and owner of Dirt Town Adventures, for a fabulous day of being outside, learning and having fun! Learn to be more confident on your bike in a positive learning environment. Have fun and get rolling, making new friends along the way! Clinics available for both beginner and intermediate/advanced riders! Students must provide their own bike in good working condition (full suspension with flat pedals recommended), helmet, water bottle. Lunch will be provided.
Cost: $125 |
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How to Succeed at Beekeeping
Saturday, May 17, 9:30 to 11:30am
CWC Lander
In this hands-on class, beekeepers Susan and Alan Frost of Queens of Goodness will introduce the fundamentals of beekeeping. Students will gain insights into honey bee biology and the essential responsibilities of a beekeeper. Key topics covered include: hive setup, hive inspections, integrated pest management, swarm control, honey production, and seasonal care. The class features practical sessions using a demonstration hive (without live bees) and standard beekeeping equipment, allowing students to familiarize themselves with the tools and techniques of the trade.
Cost: $30 |
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Backyard Gardening
Tuesdays, 4:30 to 6:30pm
Session 2: June 3 - July 29
Session 3: August 5 - September 23 (bonus garlic planting session on Oct 16)
CWC Alpine Science Institute
Join Ethan Page, CWC Instructor of Local Food & Agriculture and Jessie Anderson, ASI Farm Site Manager, for an intensive season-long hands-on gardening class that will take you from planning and prepping your bed to seeding and transplanting your first plants all the way through harvesting, preparing and preserving your harvests.
Cost: $150 per session |
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Spring Into Summer Cooking Series
Spring into Summer is a series of classes created in partnership between Slow Food Wind River, Meadowlark Market & Kitchen, and Central Wyoming College Lander, made possible with funding through the Lander District Recreation Board.
Growing Specialty Mushrooms
Saturday, May 24, 10:00 to 11:00am
Uncle Sassy Farms, 415 South 7th Street
Discover the art and science of mushroom cultivation with a special visit to Uncle Sassy Farms! In this engaging workshop, Nick Hunkerstorm will lead a hands-on program, where you'll learn how to grow your own delicious mushrooms at home — no green thumb required. Explore the basics of mushroom life cycles, ideal growing conditions, and simple techniques to start your own harvest using kits or DIY methods. Whether you're a home gardener, a food enthusiast, or just curious about fungi, you'll leave inspired and equipped to grow your own fresh mushrooms year-round.
Cost: $10
Dress it Up! Summer Greens and Salad Dressings
Thursday, June 12, 5:00 to 7:00pm
Meadowlark Market & Kitchen
Brighten up your summer meals with homemade dressings that take fresh greens and vegetables to the next level! Join CWC Culinary Instructor Jenny Joyes as she guides you through a variety of flavorful dressing recipes — from classic vinaigrettes to creamy blends and bold, herb-packed options. In this hands-on class, you’ll learn simple techniques for balancing flavors, customizing dressings to your taste, and pairing them perfectly with seasonal produce. Discover how a great dressing can transform even the simplest salad into something spectacular!
Cost: $10
Cooking with Specialty Mushrooms
Saturday, June 14, 9:00 to 11:30am
Meadowlark Market & Kitchen
Brighten up your summer meals with homemade dressings that take fresh greens and vegetables to the next level! Join CWC Culinary Instructor Jenny Joyes as she guides you through a variety of flavorful dressing recipes — from classic vinaigrettes to creamy blends and bold, herb-packed options. In this hands-on class, you’ll learn simple techniques for balancing flavors, customizing dressings to your taste, and pairing them perfectly with seasonal produce. Discover how a great dressing can transform even the simplest salad into something spectacular!
Cost: $10 |
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