Dive a little deeper and learn more about a topic from an expert presenter by taking an Extended Workshop! Extended Workshops are 3 hours in length and cost $30 per workshop in addition to admission to the Fair.
Online registration now closed, please purchase your ticket during the Fair at the MREA Marketplace.
Date: Sunday, June 19 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Presented by: Harry Ohde, IBEW Master Trainer, Bob Hattier, IBEW 134
Description: 2017 NEC is loaded with major changes, revisions, and new articles that pertain to energy efficiency as well as renewable energy sectors. Will cover new NEC articles on Battery Energy Storage as well as microgrids. (Education Room)
Date: Friday, June 17 from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Presented by: Ben Nelson, Electric Vehicle Builder, 300MPG.org
Description: Classroom workshop includes hands-on knowledge with at least two motorcycles and case studies. Learn how to power your vehicle from renewable energy, including solar system sizing and use for vehicles as battery backups. Includes choosing DC and AC motors; lead-acid and lithium battery systems; charging; mechanical connections and driveline; throttle and motor control; gear ratios/speed/power, and title/license/legal/safety. Learn how to project range, top speed, and recharging times. We will show how the same concepts apply to electric cars, bicycles, tractors, and off-road vehicles. Students should have basic understanding of two-wheeled vehicles and jump-starting a car or using a multimeter. (Brown Extended Workshop Tent)
Date: Friday, Saturday or Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Presented by: Steph Jones, Artist/Public Sculptor
Description: Learn how to build a low-cost, beautiful Art Bench of cob, recycled materials, and mortar while helping create one. Steph will walk you through the process from start to finish. A great chance to play with mud, learn concepts through hands-on building, and create a functional piece of art. Come prepared to get dirty (or bring an extra change of clothes) and bringing a snack and water is recommended. (near Green Building Demonstrations area)
Date: Saturday, June 18 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Presented by: Christopher LaForge, ISPQ Certified Master Trainer, Great Northern Solar
Description: Great improvements in energy storage systems and low photovoltaic prices are making people more interested in going “off-the-grid.” Are energy storage-based systems better than the grid? Find out how these systems work with or without the grid, when they are appropriate, and why energy storage may be profitable for you or your business! System designs and planning will be covered in depth. (Brown Extended Workshop Tent)
Date: Sunday, June 19 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Presented by: Seth McCallister, Owner, Cold Springs Creek Permaculture
Description: Introduction to brewing beer and the necessary items, tricks, and techniques to get up to speed fast. We will review equipment needed, brewing history, style differences, and the four primary tips to shortcut the time to making brewery-quality beer. (Brown Extended Workshop Tent)
Date: Friday, June 17 from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Presented by: Paul Gilman, Technical Writer, Software Developer, Self-employed sub-contractor to NREL
Description: We’ll start with a general introduction for anyone who wants to learn about SAM, and then work through in-depth examples for those who want to stay longer to learn more. SAM is free software for techno-economic modeling of renewable energy projects provided by the U.S. DOE National Renewable Laboratory and is used by project developers, system designers, researchers and other people involved in making technical and financial decisions about renewable energy projects. You may bring a computer with SAM installed to work through the examples: Go to https://sam.nrel.gov/download for the free download. (Brown Extended Workshop Tent) (Advanced) NOTE: This workshop will be offered free of charge; no pre-registration necessary
Date: Saturday, June 18 from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Presented by: Linda Conroy, Herbalist, Herbal Educator, Moonwise Herbs
Description: Join veteran herbalist Linda Conroy (over 20 years experience) for this fun and informative workshop. We will take an herb walk and identify the plants of the season. Following the herb walk we will make several herbal preparations that you can take home and begin using right away! We will make an oxymel, infused herbal honey, infused oil and an herbal extract. (Brown Extended Workshop Tent)
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