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The Wildfire Resilience Training Reduce. Respond. Regenerate. Starts April 6th, 2026! JOIN THE COURSE Introducing The Wildfire Resilience Training Designed together with experts from around the world who have experience working with and in fire prone ecosystems, this brand new training will take you step-by-step through the full wildfire recovery and risk reduction journey, and equip you with the essential, practical, first-hand knowledge on how to navigate every stage of wildfire recovery – from urgent post-fire needs to long-term land restoration. sign up for our free webinar! Who this training is for Landowners seeking practical strategies to reduce wildfire risk while protecting their property and community Concerned citizens ready to take meaningful action to help moderate climate extremes like mega fire and floods Land management organisations and practitioners looking to strengthen their wildfire resilience plans What this training will equip you to do REDUCE the risk of catastrophic wildfire RESPOND to heal the land & community post-megafire REGENERATE your land, your community, your planet Meet the main training presenter, Matthew Trumm Matthew is a Permaculture educator, designer, consultant, and regenerative landscape contractor from Oroville, California. Since beginning his Permaculture studies in 2011, he has dedicated his life to sharing its benefits and pioneering projects across the state. In 2018, the devastating Camp Fire destroyed the town of Paradise. Soon after, Matthew joined John D. Liu, local residents, and experts to envision ways to restore the land and livelihoods, creating a model for regeneration in disaster-affected regions. In 2019, he founded the Camp Fire Restoration Project and launched the Paradise Eco Camp – the first Ecosystem Restoration Community in the US and the world’s first mobile disaster response camp. After another major fire destroyed his family’s land two years later, he established Treetop Permaculture to support post-fire recovery in Berry Creek and Feather Falls, officially joining the global ERC movement in 2025. For the past seven years, Matthew has focused on wildfire prevention and post-fire recovery, leading workshops on fire-resilient design and restoration. Through this new training, he shares proven strategies from a wide network of experts to help build resilient landscapes and communities. Our expert course contributors John D. Liu Ecological Documentary Filmmaker, Founder of ERC movement Brock Dolman Wildlife and Restoration Ecologist, Permaculture Educator Geoff Lawton Permaculture Educator, Consultant, Designer Lee Klinger Soil Scientist and Consultant Raleigh Latham Educator, Soil Consultant Keisha Ernst Microbe Farmer, Consultant, Sierra Soil Biology Association Zeke Lunder Wildfire Mapper and Specialist Alan Booker Holistic Designer, Permaculturalist Magan Herrera Berry Creek Tribal Member, Indigenous Herbalist, Tribal Naturalist Paul Wheaton Permaculture Author, Master Gardener, Software Engineer Nic Rotundo Restoration Agriculturalist Matthew Trumm Permaculture Educator, Consultant, Designer, Landscape Contractor Rebekah Uccellini Post Disaster Community Advocate, Facilitator, Permaculture Designer Miguel Elliott Natural Builder, Educator Matt Powers Permaculture Educator, Author Ken Scherer Biochar Consultant Penny Livingston Permaculture Educator, Consultant, Designer Don Hankins Professor of Pyro-Geography Casey Ernst Compost and Soil Consultant, Permaculture Teacher Erik Ohlsen Regenerative Designer, Permaculture Teacher, Landscape Contractor, Author Cassandra Kiki Ami Shaffer Ecosystem Restoration Practitioner, Policy Consultant, Environmental first responder - Firefighter Allen Myers Founding Member of Regenerating Paradise, Documentary Filmmaker, Community Organiser Four comprehensive course modules Module 1 Understanding Fire & Fire Ecosystems Module 2 Restoring Lands & Livelihoods after Fire Module 3 Reducing Wildfire Risk & Designing for Resilience Module 4 Make a Plan and Take Action view full curriculum & dates It IS possible to fireproof any human landscape, it’s simple. But we would have to re-engineer the whole landscape. Geoff Lawton Learn more at our free, informative webinars Catch the recording from our November 2025 webinar with Matthew Trumm. Thursday, February 19th 9:00am PST / 6:00pm CET register here for february 19th Monday, February 23rd 6:00pm PST register here for february 23rd Secure your place on the training! Event Details Show 1 Ticket Details 2 3 Tickets Full Course Payment $495 per ticket Ticket Quantity Subtotal: $0 Please Select A Ticket  

Do you want to heal your body, clean up the land and water, and grow the highest quality food money CAN'T even buy? Learn the art and practice of permaculture! Six + 1 Monthly in-person sessions, on the 3rd Saturday of each month Will also be recorded and available for replay Meets at (or field trips to) different sites around San Diego county Study material & practical “homework” between sessions, you can start on your own yard right away! Tuition includes a one-hour consultation for your land

(online) Greywater Design Mastery course May 1 @ 8:00 am - May 31 @ 5:00 pm $379 Greywater Design Mastery Design a professional greywater system for your home (or your client’s) to save water and grow a beautiful landscape. Greywater Design Mastery is a comprehensive greywater program to teach you how to design professional, well-functioning greywater irrigation systems. Questions for you:  Do you (or your customers) want to stop wasting water and start reusing greywater in the landscape? Do you feel uncertain, confused, or overwhelmed by all the different options and considerations with greywater systems, and want support deciding what is best for your situation? Whether you hire someone or build it yourself, do you want to feel confident your system will work well, and not cause any unforeseen problems with your plants or plumbing? If you answered yes to these questions, Greywater Design Mastery will give you the results you are looking for. Register here. By the end of this program you will: Have your system fully designed. Have an installation plan and maintenance manual for the system. Feel confident you’ve chosen the best system for your situation. In this program you will get access to: Live group coaching sessions to plan, assess your site, and design your greywater system (includes recordings of any live session in case you miss it). Access to full on-line training videos to show you how to successfully complete the five steps for a successful greywater system design. Access to downloadable planning sheets for all the calculations you’ll do for your system design. Plus, example permit applications and worksheets for permit submittals. (Not all systems require a permit.) Lifetime access to recorded content, and private support group with other members of the program. Who this program is for:  This program is for water-conscious homeowners and tradespeople who want to implement greywater irrigation systems. Who this program is *not* for: This program is not for people seeking a more conceptual level understanding, or those not ready to implement greywater systems. (The course Greywater Fundamentals is designed for you.) This program is also not for people who don’t have a landscape to irrigate and are mainly interested in indoor reuse. The details: Course starts May 1st. You can move through the curriculum as quickly as you want.  (The content is available upon purchase, so if you’d like to get an early start you can jump in anytime.) Weekly, live group coaching sessions at 6:30pm PST. Spring 2026 sessions are Thursdays at 6:30pm on  May 7th, May 21st, and May 28th.  30 Day Money back guarantee Sign up today, space is limited! Register here. Limited scholarships available- visit this webpage to learn more. Text book: Greywater, Green Landscape (2017) by Laura  Allen. Available from your local library, e-book, or local bookstore, as  well as on-line. About the instructor: Laura Allen Laura Allen is a founding member of Greywater Action. She is the lead author of the San Francisco Graywater Design Guidelines for Outdoor Irrigation, and authored The Water-Wise Home: How to Conserve and Reuse Water in Your Home and Landscape (Storey Press, 2015) and Greywater, Green Landscape (2017). She has a BA in environmental science, a teaching credential, and a master’s degree in education. Laura leads classes and workshops on rainwater harvesting, greywater reuse, and composting toilets. Laura has presented widely on greywater reuse and participated in state greywater code developments in California and Washington State and is on the technical advisory committee for IAPMO’s Water Efficiency Standard (We-Stand). Laura was featured in an Ask This Old House episode on greywater and was the 2014 recipient of the Silicon Valley Water Conservation Award of Water Champion. Register here.

The 4th annual Northeast Washington Mushroom Festival is a family-friendly event celebrating and exploring the world of fungi! This festival features a mushroom foray hunt and contests, mushroom and fungi identification table, presentations by mycologists, demonstrations, children's activities, live music, art and costume contests and lots of vendors and culinary mushrooms for sale! VENDING AVAILABLE FROM 10AM – 7PM: General vending is $44 for 12’x12’ space. Culinary mushrooms, pre-packaged food and drinks for sale are accepted but not hot or made-to-order items. Electricity is not provided. Vendors are responsible for meeting all required licenses for their products. Vending spaces sold online only until sold out. Please pack in and pack out all your personal property and keep products and space family friendly. Vendors arrive between 7:30 – 8:30am for load-in and setup. Vehicles cannot drive on field and must be parked in the parking area. Vending is open from 10:00am – 7:00pm. Vendors may leave the event after 5pm. CONTEST ENTRY FEES: The Mushroom Foray Contest entry fees are both $15 per adult and $10 per child if you register online before 5/1/26 or $20 per adult and $15 per child at the time of the event on 5/2/26. There are no fees to enter the Myco Art and Myco Costume Contests. All contest participants need to enter at the registration booth. CONTESTS: Anyone (whether in a contest or not) can bring previously harvested mushrooms from near or afar to put on the identification table but they are not added into the contest. We want to see and discuss as many types of fungi as possible. There are 4 competitions for the Mushroom Foray Contest. Contestants arrive at 9:00am to register and receive a safety briefing and maps before leaving for the foray at 10:00am. Participants return to the park by 2:00pm to identify, weigh and judge your mushrooms for the contests. Mushroom Art Contest is open to all ages and is open for judging from 3:00 – 3:15pm. No entry fee. Bring your mushroom art, drawing, photograph, painting, project, etc. Our judges will choose 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners for prizes. Mushroom Costume Contest is open to all ages and is open for judging from 3:15 – 3:30pm. No entry fee. Dress up as your favorite fungi or mushroom themed character and our judges will choose 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners for prizes. SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES ON 5/3/2025: 7:30am - 8:30am – Vendor Load-in 9:00am - 9:30am - Check-in and Register for Foray Contest 9:30am - Mushroom Foray Contest Briefing & Map Hand-out 10:00am – Mushroom Foray Hunting Begins and Vending and Festival opens to the public 10:30am – 1:30pm – Mycology Presentations, Demonstrations and Children’s Activities* Mushroom Foray contestants must return before 2pm to submit mushrooms into contest 2:00 – 3:30pm - Mushroom Identification Table and Discussion 3:00 – 3:30pm – Myco Art and Myco Costume Judging by stage 4:00pm - Contest and Raffle Winners Announced at stage 4:30 – 7:00pm – Live Music PRESENTATIONS AND WORKSHOPS TBA At 9:00am, registration opens for the foray and contests. At 9:45am, there will be a contest debriefing and review of guidelines for the Mushroom Foray contestants. Maps for the foray hunt will be issued at this time. There are options of walking to places around town or driving to further locations. Mycologist Jason P. Smith will also be leading  a foray group if you choose to join. Contestants are encouraged to carpool and can self-assemble this at this time. At 10:00am, contest participants leave for the mushroom foray hunt and return to the park by 2:00pm to enter their mushrooms into the contest; no exceptions. Any foul play like bringing in mushrooms not picked that day will result in immediate disqualification. From 10:30am through 1:30pm, there will be three 45-minute presentations from speakers on mushroom topics such as medicinal uses, wild crafting, growing & cultivating and much more. Speakers and workshop facilitators to be announced at a later time. From 2:00 – 3:30pm, the Mushroom ID Table will be open for public display and discussion with mycologists. At 4:00pm, all contest and raffle winners will be announced at the stage. From 4:30pm until the end of the event at 7:00pm, there will be live music on the stage and vending and trading are open until 7:00pm. All participants need to have their items and trash picked up and packed up by 8:00pm. Please bring your own chairs/blankets, water bottles, umbrellas, and mushrooms. Vendors, please consider a donation for the raffle to raise funds for future events. Drugs and alcohol prohibited. This event is hosted by the Inland Northwest Permaculture Guild (INPG) and the Northeast Washington Permaculture Guild (NEWPG) in partnership with FungiPermastead, Fungilion, and the Children of Earth Coalition (COEC), BZ Farms, and Boundary Conditions. More information is available atwww.InlandNorthwestPermaculture.com Register for the Vending and the Mushroom Foray Contest at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/4th-annual-northeast-washington-mushroom-festival-tickets-1980040592714?aff=oddtdtcreator For more information and photos of past Mushroom Festivals hosted by INPG, visit https://www.sasquatchfamilyreunion.com/past-mushroom-festivals.html#/   This Year's Mushroom Festival

SAVE THE DATE: SUNDAY 3 MAY 2026 (or there about that suits) Now in its 15th year, International Permaculture Day has grown rapidly from its roots as an Australian initiative to a global day of permaculture celebrated in over 35 countries. Why not experience permaculture on the ground with practitioners?It is a chance to visit homes, gardens and farms, or go along to film screenings, workshops, permablitzes (garden makeovers) and much more. Why not organise an event in your area? Then add your event it our website — doing so is simple — register, then just complete the ‘Add and event’ form on our website: https://www.permacultureday.org

Register Now Welcome to Next Economy Living A practical 6-month learning journey to design & create a values-driven life. Based on popular demand, we’ve designed an online learning offering called Next Economy Living, which has been years in the making. We welcomed our inaugural cohort in early 2025 and are inviting folx to join our second cohort! By joining a cohort, you’ll learn how to deepen personal security and resilience practices to thrive and flourish amidst ecological and economic collapse. The training is designed to support you to deepen your changmaking while also taking care of your material and financial needs. Enrollment in this training could be the perfect gift to yourself or that social justice advocate in your life. We hope you’ll join us! Sign Up For a Free Live Q&A Session Join a free interactive webinar with the LIFT Economy team to answer all your questions about our upcoming cohort of the Next Economy Living. The Next Economy Living Facilitation team has spent 15+ years working with individuals to help them re-envision and re-design aspects of livingry to be more in alignment with their values. We've engaged with the material in our personal life design as well. We have identified patterns that we feel that every changemaker should know in order to live a joyful life in alignment with their values. During this call, we will answer your questions about Next Economy Living. We will also share what it will be like to be a part of the inaugural cohort and cover a summary of the core concepts we will cover in the training.  You'll also have a chance to provide input on the dates and timing of the training, as well as ask questions to determine if it's a fit for you. Next Economy Living is here and now — we hope you'll join us! Email* First name Last name Which Next Economy Living intro Q&A event date are you registering for? Please Select Thursday, 2/19/26, 10am - 11am PST Thursday, 3/19/26, 10am - 11am PST Thursday, 4/16/26, 10am - 11am PST How did you learn about/hear about this free webinar? How Did You Hear About Next Economy Living? (If A Friend or Alumni, Please Include Their Name) What Are Some Questions You Have About the Next Economy Living Learning Experience? Many of our Next Economy MBA students, clients, investors and funders have asked us: “How do I live an abundant life and a life that is in integrity with the massive ecological and social crises facing our world?”  “How do I grow my beneficial impact while minimizing my negative ecological and social footprints?” "How do I reduce my cost of living while also investing in creating the world I want to live in?" Who is Next Economy Living for? Someone concerned about their ability to take on life design in the face of societal pressures to consume, be productive, and generate income Anyone seeking a deep, values-aligned community of practice who’s struggled with finding communities of support who share a commitment to this compassionate life design journey Someone looking for a community of practice to find solutions to fears about safety and security into elderhood and for their children and future generations Someone embarking on a new life journey (i.e. housing shift, career shift, moving to a new bioregion be with family) Someone looking to integrate deeper alignment around values and life design with their life partner, and struggling how to hold these conversations with patience and compassion Someone looking for guidance and community around where to start, particularly in an unfamiliar environment An employee at a mission-driven company (like a B Corp) and want to bring the values of your work into your personal life A new parent  trying to be as effective and values-driven as possible with your resources Someone happily mid-career and considering how to plan for retirement in a changing world What Alumni Are Saying: "The Next Economy Living cohort was helpful for me because it connected me with people who share my interest in aligning my lifestyle and daily habits with the need of Mama Earth." - Tobias D. Listen to how Next Economy Living cohort supported Tobias in his personal life design journey. "I come to every session inspired what I hear — from the ideas that you offer to what the rest of the cohort talks about." - Libby R. Listen to how community has supported Libby in taking her next step in community. What do we mean by Next Economy Living? Less consumption, more production Sharing, gifting, bartering More commons, less commodities Crop swaps, seed swaps, clothing swaps, car shares, tool shares Potlucks, home-based small business, cooking, baking, sprouting Minimalism, living lean, saving resources, sharing resources Community mesh networks to provision community-owned internet and wifi, food sovereignty projects, creative ways to reduce housing costs and share housing, creative and novel transport sharing networks, community-based media, And so much more!   What are the dates/times? The journey takes place on Thursdays from 1pm - 2:30pm PST.  The following are the topics that will be discussed each week: 5/14/2026 Session 1 Why Next Economy Living? 5/28/2026 Session 2 Personal Life Design (Values, Vision) 6/11/2026 Session 3 Personal Health 6/25/2026 Session 4 Relationships & Community, Civic Life 7/9/2026 Session 5 Food Resilience Strategies 7/23/2026 Session 6 Housing Strategies 8/6/2026 Session 7 Resources, Materials and Waste Management 8/20/2026 Session 8 Water Resilience Strategies 9/3/2026 Session 9 Energy Resilience Strategies 9/17/2026 Session 10 Financial Resilience Strategies 10/1/2026 Session 11 Travel, Entertainment, Media, Technology, Experience Strategies 10/15/2026 Session 12 Life Design Presentations How much will it cost? Enrollment costs $400 for self-identified POC and $800 for full price tuition. Take advantage of our Early Bird discounted tuition for 20% off. Please note that LIFT Economy has a policy of "no one turned away for lack of funds" so please be in touch with us if you'd like to enroll but tuition is inaccessible to you at this time. Download the Course Outline & FAQ! Interested in diving deeper into Next Economy Living curriculum? Enter your email to receive our course outline and FAQ. Email* Don’t buy into the “vote with your dollar” individualistic narrative of “go it alone.” Be supported and empowered to increase our collective capacity to foster a just & resilient culture, one that has the capacity to transform our economy and benefit all of life. Click Here to Register Next

The Teacher Training For graduates of any recognized Permaculture Design Certificate (PDC) Course. Online, Summer 2026: June 3 - Aug.25 Take your permaculture skills to the next level! We Will Share from Our Own Experience 20 Years of Teaching Permaculture Over 100 PDC Courses Delivered Over 2,000 Graduates 4.9-star Rating from Students Earning a 4.9-star rating over 20 years didn’t happen by accident. Bill and Milton will share what they and our other dedicated teachers have learned over these years. If you are passionate about teaching the brilliance of permaculture thinking, designing and living — this 9-week course is probably a perfect fit for you. Bill Wilson - Over 100 PDC Courses “Teaching permaculture isn’t only about delivering information; it’s about helping people tap into their own creativity and passion toward solving the real problems facing our world each day.”  — Bill A 9-WEEK, ONLINE COURSE SUMMER 2026: JUNE 30 - AUG. 25 INCLUDES WEEKLY ZOOM CALLS - TUESDAY EVENINGS Students will need to budget approx. 6-hrs. per week to keep up with the course content and earn the Teacher's Certificate. “Just because teaching is going on, does not mean learning is as well.” — Folk Wisdom The 5 Aspects of an Effective Teaching 1-part Knowledge… 1-part Skill… 1-part Creativity… and 2-parts… CARE FOR THE STUDENTS. This Training Address all 5 Andrew C. – Homesteader and Electrician “You not only gave us the perspective and skills to become great teachers, you also laid large segments of the Midwest Permaculture PDC course curriculum at our feet– the videos and all of the PowerPoints you shared are priceless to me. What business gives away their best work? This has got to be permaculture sharing at its ultimate.” “Amazing. This training has given me insights, tools and even greater inspiration to offer my own workshops and trainings.”  Margaret H. – Social Services Director Subjects Covered Ethics, Principles and Goals of Teaching  /  True Role of the Instructor  /  Learning Objectives and Desired Outcomes  /  Teaching Systems  /  Learning Styles  /  Presentation Styles  /  Curriculum Building and Module Planning  /  Finding the Magic in Each Topic  /  Circular Learning  /  Leaving Students Wanting to Know More  /  Leave Them a Trail  /  Teaching from the Heart  /  High Maintenance Students  /  Planning and Running Short or Long Workshops  /  What’s Involved in Hosting and Teaching the Full PDC Course  /  Unpacking The MWP-PDC Curriculum  /  Running A Teaching Business  /  Building A Reputation Janice C. – Homemaker and Small Business Owner “Bill, you were modeling what you were teaching the entire time. Seeing is truly believing. I got it!” “I knew I had the knowledge and passion to share permaculture with others; I just didn’t have the clarity, and quite honestly, the confidence. I certainly do now. I am ready to launch. Very grateful for this training.” Jack A. – Landscape Architect “Education is not the filling of a pot, but the lighting of a fire.” — W.B. Yeats Qualification for Taking This Training? This training is for graduates of the 72-Hour Permaculture Design Certificate (PDC) Course (In-Person -or- Online Trainings) who wish to become competent and inspiring teachers of this brilliant approach to living productively and in harmony, with people, and life itself. From Elsewhere on our website… The History Behind the PDC Certificate Click here Privileges Associated with Having Earned the PDC Certificate Click here Become a teacher that really ‘connects-the-dots’ and also inspires. [Inspire: Latin-"to breath into"] Bianca Heyming A Graduate of both our PDC and Teacher Training Bianca went on to give an enlightened and heart-felt TED Talk where she is modeling many of the things we discuss in our teacher trainings. If you are interested in community, or relationships in general, this talk is a must. Thank You Bianca! We just recently followed up with Bianca… “Bill, I can honestly say that my trainings with Midwest Permaculture (10-years ago now – Wow) shaped me in lasting ways. It supported me through the ebbs and flows of community living and offered principles I still lean on today both personally and professionally in my leadership role within our Regional Health District.” FAQs – How Would This Training Support Me? What Can I Expect From this Training? Are there any Pre-Training Assignments? Teacher Training Fee - $895 Online, Summer 2026: June 3 – Aug.25 Register Early — Limit 16 Students You will be asked what year, what location, and who the lead instructor was of the PDC Course you received your certificate from. If you don’t have a PDC Certificate you can register for our online PDC Course, at the same time you register for this training, save $200, and complete the course before this Teacher Training starts in June. Any remaining questions about anything? Would a payment program support you in being able to attend this training? Please don't hesitate to call/contact Milton. milton@midwestpermaculture.com 815-216-4124‬ Pricing for our MWP Graduates – $695 To all of our ‘In-Person’ or ‘On-Line’ PDC Courses — You are already preapproved. :-) Just email Milton for your $200 Discount Code. We are looking forward to seeing you in class again. Registration Midwest PDC grads can email milton@midwestpermaculture.com for a coupon code discount that can be entered in the cart or checkout. The Teacher Training For graduates of any recognized Permaculture Design Certificate (PDC) Course. Online, Summer 2026: June 3 - Aug.25 What year did you complete your PDC? * What was the location of your PDC? * Who was the lead instructor of the PDC? * Purchase Now Alternative: Low Risk Cancellation and Refund Policy We know that unexpected things happen or come up in everyone's lives, so should a student need to cancel their enrollment in this training there is a full refund if you cancel before May 30th. After this date there is a full refund less $150. Once the course begins, there are no refunds for cancellations or for withdrawal. We may however extend partial credit toward another training. A Closing Question from Bill… “Why do you wish to teach permaculture?” Is it because you simply want to make money teaching something that is considered ‘Green’? Is it because it looks easy to market and host permaculture trainings? Is it because permaculture is in your bones and you just have to share your passion for this approach to living with others? Bingo…! Who makes an ideal Permaculture Teachers? From our experience, it starts with the person who is willing to share their love of permaculture with others, whether they receive financial compensation for it or not. It is the one who knows that the deeper insights into permaculture are

Abundant Food Forests Join us for 5 days of hands-on learning at the Occidental Arts and Ecology Center in Sonoma County, CA. This comprehensive course explores the world of regenerative agroforestry, offering a rich blend of historical context, design principles, and practical implementation strategies. Through a combination of inspiring lectures, storytelling, and immersive hands-on activities, students will gain the expertise needed to design, establish, and maintain thriving food forests across diverse climates and contexts. Throughout the course, you’ll dive into the art and science of designing, implementing, and maintaining perennial edible polycultures. Learn comprehensive techniques for propagation, harvesting, and processing that will enable you to create thriving food forests and share their abundant harvests with your community. From initial design to long-term maintenance, you’ll gain the practical skills needed to transform landscapes and cultivate regenerative ecosystems. Sign Up Now! Curriculum Preview This course is well-suited for both beginners and experienced gardeners/orchardists. Here’s what you’ll learn… Design Principles and Techniques Students will learn key principles and methods for food forest design, including: Biomimicry and observational awareness Whole diet design approaches Understanding forest systems, structures, and succession Utilizing design tools and software for effective planning Adaptive design strategies Environmental Impact and Biodiversity A significant portion of the course focuses on the environmental benefits of food forests, including: Contribution to biodiversity conservation Role in mitigating climate change Positive impacts on the water cycle Soil health Promotion of food sovereignty Students will gain a deeper understanding of how perennial plant communities contribute to holistic land stewardship and explore opportunities for incorporating native plant-based restoration in their designs, helping enhance overall biodiversity and supporting resilient ecological networks.   We’ll explore the critical intersection of governance and food forests, examining how design choices directly impact food sovereignty. Through in-depth analysis, you’ll learn to create ecological systems that are not just environmentally sustainable, but also socially just and empowering for local communities. Harvesting and Processing Students will have the opportunity to learn methods for abundant harvests and how to utilize productive yields in various ways: Drying Fermentation methods Canning/Preserving Seed Saving techniques   Traditional Land-Tending Practices In partnership with local indigenous tribal educators, we’ll examine traditional ecological practices, exploring time-honored approaches, profound environmental ethics, and time-tested techniques. By centering indigenous perspectives, we’ll illuminate how ancestral wisdom directly informs and enriches contemporary agroforestry design and implementation. Hands-On Learning Students will engage in practical, hands-on activities that reinforce theoretical concepts and provide real-world experience in food forest design and management. By the end of this course, participants will have the knowledge and skills to create, implement, and maintain regenerative agroforestry systems that not only produce abundant, diverse yields but also contribute to ecosystem health, community resilience, and global sustainability. Previous Course Instructors Anniema Antepara Brock Dolman Gopal Dayaneni Kendall Dunnigan Lyla June Nicolas Whitaker Timo Granzotti Redbird Course Dates June 21–26, 2026 –  5 days of hands-on skill building at the Occidental Arts & Ecology Center in Sonoma County, CA. Cost $1,350 is the base cost for individuals, due at the time of registration. Includes onsite lodging and organic meals during the on-site training. Group discounts – $50 off for each person in your team of two or more. Sign up at the group rate and add your teammates’ names to your registration form. Sign Up Now!

 2026 Midwest Permaculture Convergence  Heart Valley Springs | Bloomingdale, Michigan June 26–28, 2026 Join us for a powerful weekend of connection, learning, and inspiration as we celebrate 10 years of building resilient communities across the Midwest. Set in the serene and magical landscape of Heart Valley Springs, this year’s Convergence brings together expert designers, educators, land stewards, and curious beginners for an immersive experience rooted in permaculture, regenerative living, and community resilience.  What to Expect:• Inspiring talks & hands-on workshops• Skillshares & open space sessions• Meaningful conversations & connection• On-site camping• A diverse community of practitioners from across the Great Lakes region Arrive Friday afternoon, settle into the land, and spend the weekend learning, creating, and collaborating. Whether you're brand new to permaculture or have years of experience, this gathering is designed to meet you where you are and expand what’s possible. Together, we’ll explore how to design systems that care for the earth, support our communities, and regenerate the ecosystems we depend on.  Come be part of a growing movement to cultivate a thriving, resilient Midwest. Leave inspired, grounded, and connected.

PERMACULTURE DESIGN CERTIFICATE PROGRAM July 3rd – July 18th, 2026 (Arrive before 3:00pm – Depart 9:00pm after Closing Circle) O.U.R. Ecovillage, Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada O.U.R. Ecovillage has been teaching this certificate course for decades and is privileged to team up with the Earth Activist teaching team and international learning community for the last 15 years. AND NOW….we are bringing in a whole next level experiential permaculture journey!!  We are asking you to ‘Go Village’ with us….to ‘decolonize design’…..to step somewhat outside the conventional 72 hour design certificate program…..and take this transformational journey with a very diverse group of intercultural/intergenerational/interfaith/inter-nation learners this summer!!! It is our shared commitment to bring together: The knowledge and resources of regenerative ecological design to communities with the greatest needs and fewest resources Visionary and practical solutions and personal sustainability to social/cultural change activists, and to teach practical skills, organizing, and activism to visionaries The political, environmental, and spiritual movements that seek peace, justice, and resilience To reSTORY our relationality with climate change and critical issues of these days….and to step forward differently in these certainly uncertain days. To build from a Traditional Knowledge and wisdom pathway forward into building our collective response and response-ability to emergency planning/disaster maangement. Experiences which frame and model “Peacemaking / Restorative Justice” as part of governance and community processes. the practices of J.E.D.I. (Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusiveness) through all that we live, love and design together….. CERTIFICATION Participants who complete this course will receive a Permaculture Design Certificate, accredited by P.I.N.A. and globally recognized as the entry portal to the world of permaculture design. O.U.R. Ecovillage is part of the wider weave of Permaculture Design teachings in the world and are accredited through the Permaculture Institute of North America – P.I.N.A. By completing certification through P.I.N.A. you are joining a global movement which: Honours and works with the Indigenous lands and teachings of Peoples that we are each privileged to share space/place (and often be on the stolen lands) with. Elevates the status and impact of Permaculture by influencing public policy and private development to improve the quality of life for all Brings permaculture solutions to bear on the challenges of social justice, land regeneration, and climate cooling Promotes permaculture pathways to professional development Grants diplomas recognizing excellence and achievement Preserves the integrity and quality of the Permaculture Design Course Facilitates networking among permaculturists Save My Seat! This course is for you if you are ready to: Embark on new environmental design practices Find ways of dramatically reducing energy consumption and changing your lifestyle Begin land-based ventures & small businesses Realize goals towards self-sufficiency, homesteading, and a next level of DYI Learn Climate Change Adaptation Strategies and carbon accounting Find your way into ‘Resilient Community/Lifestyle Design’ Understand that we each have an important role to play in co-creating the future In this introductory workshop OUR Ecovillage will focus on organizing, activating, and educating through on the ground permaculture projects. Learn how we design human systems that mimic natural systems using a minimum of energy and resources and how to create real abundance and social/environmental justice. Explore the strategies and organizing tools we need to make our visions real, as well as the daily practice, magic, and processes that sustain our spirits. This course is unique from almost all others in North America as you are stepping into O.U.R. Ecovillage – a 25 acre Sustainable Living Demonstration, Research and Education Centre. Through partnering with all levels of government, corporate sponsors, academia, and the grassroots of the wider community projects & organizations, O.U.R. Ecovillage has managed to bring together a range of professionals, permaculture teachers, regulatory folks, and technical stakeholders ready to train others in the next stages of how permaculture projects can become fully legal.     Topics covered in this course: Evidence for change & the ethics of sustainability Principles of Permaculture Observation & landscape analysis Ecological planning & design methods Organic food production and food security Climatic factors in design Soils: natural soil improvement Integrated animal systems Water: harvesting, conservation, and management Agroforestry & forest gardening Appropriate technologies & renewable energy systems Mapping & design exercises Techniques and design strategies for both urban & rural applications Ecovillages & sustainable human settlements  Investment Course Cost: $2,345 CAD (approximately $1,750 USD) Fees include the full program, basic accommodations*, meals, and snacks. *Basic Accommodations include either bunk-bed in our gender-inclusive dorm room or a camping site. Specifics of your choice & space assignment will be coordinated after registration and before arrival.   Get in touch if you are interested in semi-private or private accommodations options. Events@ourecovillage.org     About OUR Ecovillage  OUR land offers plenty of space to camp, dorms, private rooms, and interesting suites. There are diverse natural buildings to see and we have spaces for gatherings of different flavors: a large Yurt (great for circles and dancing), a large Community Classroom (for presentations), the Healing Sanctuary (for quiet conversation and meditation), many various natural buildings, the 150 person Zero Mile Eatery, and the Chillage (casual covered outdoor space). There are multiple types of indoor and outdoor showers, composting toilets. For some quiet time you can walk the labyrinth, sit by the pond or take a walk in the woods. You will likely see chickens, ducks, sheep, cows, deer, and much more. If you have any questions about the booking process, or to confirm your booking, please call us at 250-743-3067 or email events@ourecovillage.org Save My Seat! Related courses: Introduction to Permaculture ( 2.5 days) Permaculture Teaching Assistant Training (for certified permaculture graduates only) Permaculture Design Upgrade (for certified permaculture graduates only) Starhawk Starhawk is a permaculture designer, teacher, and founder of Earth Activist Training, which teaches regenerative design with a grounding in spirit and a focus on organizing and activism. She is the author of thirteen books on earth based spirituality and activism, including The Spiral Dance, The Earth Path, and The Empowerment Manual: A Guide for Collaborative Groups, The Fifth Sacred Thing and City of Refuge. Together with director Donna Read Cooper, she has worked on five major documentaries, including the Goddess Trilogy for the National Film Board of Canada and Permaculture: The Growing Edge. Starhawk directs and teaches Earth Activist Training and has been recognized by the Permaculture Institute of

Learn to design landscapes that feed shelter and regenerate. Spend 10 days living and learning on site in a whole-systems design immersion, taught by certified permaculture instructor Kenton Zerbin. Leave with the skills, confidence, and internationally recognized Permaculture Design Certificate to create resilient landscapes wherever you live. Join us along the banks of the Pembina River at a beautiful facility that provides the environment and the space to truly immerse yourself into this PDC Program. All meals and accommodation included. Fireside discussions every evening. Hikes along the river and a swim late afternoon is a perfect way to refresh. The program includes a tour to a beautiful, well established Permaculture farm. Guest Speakers presenting the latest developments in natural building. Hands-on permaculture installations, foraging tours and so much more.

2026 Florida Permaculture Convergence - At London Island ByEarth Collaborative Follow London IslandPoinciana, FL Friday, Nov 6 at 12 pm to Sunday, Nov 8 at 3 pm Overview Immersive workshops, engaging speakers, seed & plant sharing, and so much more! Florida Permaculture Convergence, celebrating the power of regenerative agriculture, homesteading, and sustainability! The aim is to encourage, educate, and inspire through an immersive weekend filled with hands on learning from community experts. Whether you’re a seasoned permaculturist or simply curious about practical ways to live more sustainably, you’re sure to find inspiration and practical tips at our event. Let’s come together to learn and grow as we discover the amazing power of permaculture. Friday starts off with a tour or the farm followed by a potluck dinner. Our evening is started by Microtalks (3 Minute "Ted talks") and Live Music. Saturday is our Earthskills village featuring six villages each featuring multiple demonstrations. The villages include Creative (natural building & art), Economics (the business of growing – how to sustain yourself and your family through permaculture), First Aid (wilderness first aid, medicinal gardens, how to make basic first aid medicines), Plants & Propagation (growing, syntropic farming, grafting, seed saving, and more), Homesteading (blacksmithing, tool care, wood working, fermenting, and bee keeping), and Social (Non-violent Communication, interpersonal relationships, managing conflict). There is a kids program coinciding with the adult program.(this is not a drop off program) Please see our website for more information. In the evening we have the famous Tradeblanket, a bonfire, and music. Sunday we focus on Plants. Plant walks and plant talks. We will learn about native plants and permaculture favorites as well as how to grow and use these beauties. This includes a plant swap. As always we will include music, yoga, and our famous farm to table meals. Follow our social media to get all the updates on schedules and presenters. As always a weekend pass gets you free vending of personlay made items. Please contact us if you would like to be a sponsor of the event.