Community Education
DVC Community Education — Horticulture & Mycology
Hands-on weekend classes. Small groups. All experience levels welcome.
Tree Pruning for Beginners
Date & Time: Sunday, November 2nd, 10am–2pm
Location: DVC Horticulture
Price: $49 (1 Session)
This introductory course equips arborists, and home gardeners with essential knowledge and hands-on skills for proper tree pruning. It covers safe and effective use of pruning tools, fundamental cut styles, and techniques that support tree health and structure. Through practical experience, students gain confidence in applying these principles in real-world horticultural settings.
Students are encouraged to bring their own non-power tools.
Contact: (925) 969-4600
Email: communityed@dvc.edu
Website: Class page & registration
Mushroom Propagation and Cultivation
Date & Time: Sunday, October 12th & 19th, 10am–1pm
Location: DVC Horticulture
Price: $69 (All Materials Provided)
Join us in this introduction to mushroom propagation and cultivation focusing on edible saprophytic (wood-feeding) mushrooms, and a hands-on experience of propagating a specific mushroom from spawn starter material. Students will make their own starter spawn bag which they can take home and use to produce mushrooms or inoculate their garden. No experience necessary.
Contact: (925) 969-4600
Email: communityed@dvc.edu
Website: Class page & registration