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Instructor: JOHN TRIMBLE
JOHN TRIMBLE
John is a professor at Weber State University and co-founder of Foodscaping Utah, a nonprofit organization that helps people get started growing food in beautiful frontyard foodscapes. He teaches Spanish and linguistics at Weber and teaches how to grow delicious fruits and vegetables in the community. As an educator, John is passionate about helping people learn how to learn; as a food and health activist, he believes everyone who eats should be passionate about food and believes that our landscapes have tremendous potential to reconnect us with natural beauty, healthy food and a sustainable lifestyle. When he is not teaching, he is busy with his two creative daughters who inspire him to help create a better world.
John's Ted Talk
What Students are Saying:
"The instructor was very knowledgeable about the topic. He continued to ask if any questions and happily answered all. He had the knowledge to answer associated questions as well. His power point with pictures as well as the zoom garden tour was very rewarding helpful." - Dixie P
"Engaging, informative and time flew by! Recommended to beginner gardener and more advanced level as well"
-Elena S.
"Wonderful class! I'm taking away a lot of helpful ideas. Thank you!!"
-Randy W.
JOHN TRIMBLE is currently teaching:
| Class Title | Semester | Date(s) | Program |
|---|---|---|---|
| Growing Grapes | Spring | 3/26/25 | Lifelong Learning |
| Growing Vegetables | Spring | 3/22/25 | Lifelong Learning |
| Introduction to Foodscaping: Principals and Design | Spring | 3/22/25 | Lifelong Learning |
| Fruit Trees | Spring | 3/26/25 | Lifelong Learning |