In-Person Acorn Harvest Training - Level 1 - October 10 2026

Acorn Harvest Training An introduction to Indigenous foodways, ecological stewardship, and responsible acorn harvesting. Training is a single session. Join us for a welcoming introduction to acorn harvesting through the ACORNS! Project Arc by the Alameda Native History Project. Acorns have sustained Indigenous communities in California for thousands of years. This Level 1 Acorn Harvest Training introduces the cultural, ecological, and practical foundations of working with one of the most important traditional foods in the region. Participants will learn why acorns matter, how responsible harvesting works, and how Indigenous stewardship practices continue to shape healthy oak landscapes today. An Indigenous-Led Learning Space This session is designed as a public introduction and everyone is welcome to attend. Participants are asked to respect the Indigenous space they are being invited into and recognize that the training is grounded in Indigenous knowledge, cultural practice, and community stewardship. Event Details • Location: Laurel Court Community Garden • Duration: Approximately 1.5 hours • Includes: Harvest Training + Student Handbook + Assessment Upon passing: You will receive Acorn Harvest Training Level 1 Certification in the mail. • Amenities: Snacks + Water provided • Capacity: Limited to maintain an interactive session • Cost: $35 Certification Participants who complete the training and pass the short assessment will receive their Level 1 Acorn Harvest Certification by mail. Certifications can be verified at https://nativehistoryproject.org/verify About the Program This event is part of a broader certification framework developed through the ACORNS! Project Arc by the Alameda Native History Project. The program works to revive Indigenous food systems, support responsible harvesting practices, and reconnect communities with traditional ecological knowledge. • Space is limited to keep the training focused and interactive. • Registration is required.