Class Schedule and Syllabi
Free Gardening & Sustainability Classes in Southern California
Free, community-based gardening and sustainability classes through Mt. San Antonio College's Continuing Education program — open to everyone, no application required.
I teach two courses focused on regenerative gardening and sustainability, rooted in the same framework you'll find throughout this site. All classes are held at Mt. SAC in Walnut, California, and are open to the public. Scroll down to explore current class offerings and download syllabi.
You can also view the full, official class schedule on Mt. SAC's website here.
To apply directly for online classes, use the Mt. SAC noncredit application. If you prefer, you can also just show up — classes are open-enrollment, meaning you can join at any point during the semester. Just see me before or after class to complete the registration form.
If you're unable to attend in person, my YouTube channel features educational (and occasionally silly) videos on regenerative gardening and sustainability — a great way to learn from anywhere.
Spring 2026
February 23rd, 2026 - June 14th, 2026
Regenerative Gardening
Tuesdays, 10:30 AM – 12:20 PM (CRN 41584)
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Palomares Park Community Center
499 E Arrow Hwy
Pomona, CA 91767
Tuesdays, 1:00 PM – 2:50 PM (CRN 41585)
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La Verne Community Center
3680 D St
La Verne, CA 91750
Wednesdays, 9:55 AM – 11:00 AM (CRN 42367)
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La Puente Senior Center
16001 E. Main St.,
La Puente, CA 91744
This class is taught by Professor Pihlak.
Wednesdays, 10:00 AM – 11:50 AM (CRN 41586)
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Diamond Bar Center
1600 Grand Ave
Diamond Bar, CA 91765
Wednesdays, 1:00 PM – 2:50 PM (CRN 41587)
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San Dimas Senior Citizens Center
201 E Bonita Ave
San Dimas, CA 91773
Thursdays, 10:00 AM – 11:50 AM (CRN 41589)
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West Covina Senior Citizen’s Center
2501 E. Cortez St.
West Covina, CA 91791
Thursdays, 1:00 PM – 2:50 PM (CRN 41590)
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City of Walnut Senior Center
21215 La Puente Rd
Walnut, CA 91789
Fridays, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM (CRN 44143)
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California Conservation Corps Pomona Office
Only open to CCC corps members
Fridays, 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM (CRN 41583)
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Mt. San Antonio College Sustainability Garden
Near Building 40
Park in Student Parking Lot F (parking pass may be required)
This class is taught by Professor Kaak.
Fridays, 10:15 AM – 12:05 PM (CRN 41588)
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Mt. San Antonio College Wildlife Sanctuary
Parking Lot W or M (parking pass or quarters required)
Special class focused on California native plants. Entire class is outdoors and activity-focused.
This class is taught by Professor Kaak.
Fridays, 1:00 PM – 2:50 PM (CRN 41612)
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Online via Zoom
Register HERE
For registration help, contact SOS support:
https://www.mtsac.edu/sce/tech.html
Fundamentals of Sustainability
Wednesdays, 3:05 PM – 5:10 PM (CRN 41331)
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San Dimas Senior Citizens Center
201 E Bonita Ave
San Dimas, CA 91773
Fridays, 3:30 PM – 5:35 PM (CRN 41608)
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Online via Zoom
Register HERE
For registration help, contact SOS support:
https://www.mtsac.edu/sce/tech.html
Winter 2026 - Past Session
January 5th, 2026 - February 15th, 2026
This semester has ended and is no longer enrolling.
Regenerative Gardening
Tuesdays, 10:30 AM – 12:20 PM (CRN 30691)
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Palomares Park Community Center
499 E Arrow Hwy
Pomona, CA 91767
Tuesdays, 1:00 PM – 2:50 PM
La Verne Community Center
3680 D St
La Verne, CA 91750
Wednesdays, 10:00 AM – 11:50 AM
Diamond Bar Center
1600 Grand Ave
Diamond Bar, CA 91765
Wednesdays, 1:00 PM – 2:50 PM
San Dimas Senior Citizens Center
201 E Bonita Ave
San Dimas, CA 91773
Thursdays, 1:00 PM – 2:50 PM
City of Walnut Senior Center
21215 La Puente Rd
Walnut, CA 91789
Fridays, 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Mt. San Antonio College Sustainability Garden
Near Building 40
Park in Student Parking Lot F (parking pass may be required)
This class is taught by Professor Pihlak this semester.
Fridays, 1:00 PM – 2:50 PM
Online via Zoom
Register HERE
For registration help, contact SOS support:
https://www.mtsac.edu/sce/tech.html