Permaculture is ethics based design that applies principles to address challenges between people and the environment. As we know, challenges abound. In the next few decades we will need to reskill more of the population faster than ever before in human history. Much of what permaculture has to offer is part of that reskilling. We can design human habitats that are resilient, redundant and that provide for our needs. Our course follows the curriculum by the Permaculture Institute of North America. Permaculture design certification requires 72 hours minimum of student participation time and concludes with students receiving an internationally recognized certificate. This course is heavy on the ethics, principles and design aspects of permaculture. We cover many techniques that are useful in design. Students learn about whole systems and how to design a real existing site, working together in teams through the course and presenting their design on the second to last weekend. The certificate does NOT mean that you are certified to teach a PDC or that you have all the tools and skills to be a professional Permaculture designer. The permaculture design course is the foundation; students still need to build the walls, roof, openings, finish, and landscape. We have tools to help with this. If you have an interest in learning more about permaculture, about whole systems or about how to work within the limits of nature this course may be for you! We are beginning March 8th and will finish September 22nd. Register!

At The Santa Cruz Permaculture Farm A Comprehensive Approach To Beekeeping, Pollinator Habitat, And Biodiversity Have you ever wanted to learn the skills needed to produce your very own honey? Interested in producing your own beeswax, pollen or propolis? Have you ever wanted to ensure your garden or farm has a sustained and healthy source of pollinators for a bountiful crop of fruits and veggies? We are pleased to offer this beginning level beekeeping practicum grounded in a natural approach to apiculture, with a focus on sustainable hive management, honey production and pollinator health. Humankind’s relationship with bees reaches back to the dawn of time. Our dependence on bees for their role in our food systems, and our responsibility for their care continues to this day. Come engage with these incredible little beings and learn both the art and science of regenerative beekeeping. Learning Objectives Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to: Have knowledge of different hive styles and beekeeping equipment Engage in seasonal care of honeybees Promote honey production and understand harvesting techniques Identify pests and hazards to the hive and mitigate them using IPM Process beeswax to make candles, salves and countless other products Create a customized pollinator garden plan for your home or farm so that you can promote pollinator health Understand the intricate and fascinating life cycles, behavior, and natural history of the honey bee Full Series: 6 Weekends Over 6 Months Pricing Full Tuition: $1295 Partner / Spouse Tuition: $995 (When one partner registers for the full course, the second gets a discount) Early Bird Discount: $1195 (Register more than 30 days in advance) Super Early Bird Discount: $1095 (Register more than 60 days in advance) Teachers: $995 (Special price for For K-12, College and University Teachers) Youth: $795 (Special price for ages 13-18) Spring – Summer 2024 Springtime Prep – Mar 23-24, 2024 Growth – April 20-21, 2024 Harvest Time – June 8-9, 2024 Summer in the Apiary – July 27-28, 2024 The Bounty of the Bee – August 24-25, 2024 Preparing for Winter – October 5-6, 2024 Session Times: Sessions typically run 9am – 5:30pm both days, with a lunch break. REGISTER NOW Spring – Summer 2025 Session 1: TBD Session 2: TBD Session 3: TBD Session 4: TBD Session 5: TBD Session 6: TBD 2024 Session Times: Sessions typically run 9am – 5:30pm both days, with a lunch break. REGISTRATION TBD! Individual Sessions If you don’t want to sign up for the full course but would like to sign up for an individual weekend, you’re welcome to do so! The tuition is $295 per weekend. Springtime Prep (a great intro to Beekeeping!) – Mar 23-24, 2024 REGISTER NOW Growth – April 20-21, 2024 REGISTER NOW Harvest Time – June 8-9, 2024 REGISTER NOW Summer in the Apiary – July 27-28, 2024 REGISTER NOW The Bounty of the Bee – August 24-25, 2024 REGISTER NOW Preparing for Winter – October 5-6, 2024 REGISTER NOW Previous slide Next slide Session Descriptions Classes run from 10am-5pm both days. Session 1 – Springtime Prep (A Great Intro To Beekeeping!) Weekend one provides a thorough overview to beekeeping and can be attended as a standalone workshop if you can’t join the whole series Understanding different beekeeping styles Building beekeeping equipment Sourcing bees and installing an apiary Beekeeping in community ***Students who would like to start a hive at home will receive a 15% discount on nucs and hive equipment available for purchase Session 2 – Growth Expanding your apiary Inspecting colonies Planning a pollinator garden Record keeping Preparing for a honey crop Session 3 – Harvest Time Harvesting techniques for honey Queen health and production Planting flowers for bees Beeswax processing Session 4 – Summer In The Apiary Summering your bees Honey Bee nutrition and supplements Common pests and diseases Integrated pest management Session 5 – The Bounty Of The Bee Beeswax – nature’s most versatile material Propolis production and use Late season honey bee forage crops Fall apiary management Session 6 – Preparing For Winter Winterizing bees Equipment care Medicinal honeys Dreaming of spring Frequently Asked Questions What if I miss some classes? Can I make them up? Yes, you can make up material you missed during the next session. How do I register? What is the refund policy? Where is class held? Can I camp on site? What time does class start and end? Do I need any equipment for the course?

CONNECT WITH PEOPLE San Francisco Permaculture Monthly Gathering Our monthly meeting is an open gathering for everyone to connect around and learn more about Permaculture. While the weather is still good, we are meeting on the first Wednesday of each month at the 18th & Rhode Island Garden.

At The Santa Cruz Permaculture Farm & Surrounding Region The Santa Cruz Permaculture Design Certificate course, certified by PINA, the Permaculture Institute of North America, includes the internationally recognized 72-hour curriculum, augmented by an additional 38-hours of hands on practice and field trips. Plus, folks have the option to camp on site, and build community around the fire! Our course brings in leading designers and teachers from around the region, each experts in different areas of permaculture. The Santa Cruz Permaculture network of instructors, alumni, community partners, and resources continues to grow each season, and by participating in our course, you become part of this network! Read interviews with our alumni here to learn how folks use the skills and knowledge they gain in this course. Additionally, course participants work in teams throughout the program to design a holistic permaculture plan for a real-life site in the community. The hands-on learning, workshops, and readings throughout the course prepare students with knowledge and whole systems thinking strategies that allow them to create detailed and thoughtful designs. Full Series: 6 Weekends Over 6 Months Full series registration is available up until the day before the first session. Late registration is available and you can make up any missed weekends with the next session. Use the next cohort registration and select the class you’d like to join on our registration form. Email info.santacruzpermaculture@gmail.com with questions. Pricing Full Tuition: $1295 Partner / Spouse Tuition: $995 (When one partner registers for the full course, the second gets a discount) Early Bird Discount: $1195 (Register more than 30 days in advance) Super Early Bird Discount: $1095 (Register more than 60 days in advance) Teachers: $995 (Special price for For K-12, College and University Teachers) Youth: $795 (Special price for ages 13-18) Fall 2023-Winter 2024 Session 1: October 14-15, 2023 Session 2: November 11-12, 2023 Session 3: December 9-10, 2023 Session 4: January 13-14, 2024 Session 5: February 10-11, 2024 Session 6: March 9-10, 2024 Session Times: Sessions typically run 9am – 5:30pm both days, with a lunch break. REGISTER NOW Spring-Summer 2024 Session 1: April 13-14, 2024 Session 2: May 4-5, 2024 Session 3: June 1-2, 2024 Session 4: July 6-7, 2024 Session 5: August 3-4, 2024 Session 6: September 7-8, 2024 Session Times: Sessions typically run 9am – 5:30pm both days, with a lunch break. REGISTER NOW Full Series: 2 Week Summer Intensive Pricing Full Tuition: $1895 Partner / Spouse Tuition: $1695 (When one partner registers for the full course, the second gets a discount) Early Bird Discount: $1795 (Register more than 30 days in advance) Super Early Bird Discount: $1695 (Register more than 60 days in advance) Teachers: $1695 (Special price for For K-12, College and University Teachers) Youth: $1395 (Special price for ages 13-18) Two Week Summer Intensive June 16-29, 2024 Our 2-week intensive covers the same curriculum as our 6-month course. Tuition includes catered meals and on-site camping. The 2-week intensive is followed by our 8-day Advanced Permaculture Design Course. Please consider joining us for both courses. REGISTER NOW Individual Sessions If you don’t want to sign up for the full course but would like to sign up for an individual weekend, you’re welcome to do so! The tuition is $295 per weekend. Broad Scale Permaculture for Ecosystem Regeneration: Integrated Animal Husbandry & Forest Management – February 3 & 4, 2024 REGISTER NOW Social Permaculture, Community Development, & Design Presentations – March 2 & 3, 2024 REGISTER NOW Regenerative Design & Nature Awareness – April 13 & 14, 2024 REGISTER NOW Regenerating Watersheds & Soils – May 4 & 5, 2024 REGISTER NOW Personal & Economic Permaculture – June 1 & 2, 2024 REGISTER NOW Home Scale Permaculture: Creating Natural Homes & Edible Landscapes – July 6 & 7, 2024 REGISTER NOW What Is Permaculture & Whole Systems Design? Permaculture is an ethically based whole-systems design approach that uses concepts, principles, and methods derived from ecosystems, nature connected communities, and other time-tested systems to create human settlements and institutions. It’s also been called “saving the planet while throwing a better party.” Learn more about permaculture. Grounded in the context of Permaculture & Whole Systems Design, this course covers a wide range of topics, including: Food Forests Fruit Tree Pruning and Care Agroforestry Nature Awareness Rehydrating the Earth Creating Water Retention Landscapes Rainwater Catchment Gabions Berms and Swales Greywater No-Till Agriculture & Carbon Farming Preparing Garden Beds for Planting Cover Cropping Mycorrhizal Network & Fungi Soil Ecology Composting Natural Building & Cob Construction Plant Guilds Crop Planning School Gardens Urban Gardens & Orchards Sudden Oak Life Integrated Animal Husbandry Holistic Management & Rotational Grazing Local Food Systems Designing to Mitigate Disaster Bioregional Networks The World Café The Work That Reconnects Nonviolent Communication Financial Permaculture Alternative Currencies Economic Permaculture Public Banking Community Development City Repair Transition Towns Social Permaculture Intentional Communities & Ecovillages Neighborhood Resilience Previous slide Next slide Session Descriptions All sessions include a mix of lecture and hands-on activities. Classes run from 9am-5:30pm each day. Session 1 – Regenerative Design & Nature Awareness Explore the principles and ethics of permaculture Learn design processes and methods for articulating client goals and desired outcomes, and site analysis Study ecology and employ natural patterns as a design tool Participate in a World Cafe with fellow students to access the collective intelligence of the community Practice nature awareness and observation Learn to add value to current systems and practices through the lens of regenerative design Session 2 – Regenerating Watersheds & Soils Learn about watersheds, climate, and the importance of slowing, spreading, and sinking rainfall to rehydrate the earth Study simple water harvesting systems from home to broadacre scale, including rainwater catchment methods and greywater design Explore the characteristics and management of healthy soil ecology with hands-on lessons and time in the garden Build a compost pile and prepare the garden soil for planting Find contour by making a-frame levels and build a berm and swale to slow and sink water into the soil Session 3 – Personal & Economic Permaculture Learn and practice nonviolent communication Participate in a Work that Reconnects workshop and learn about the Spiral of the Work That Reconnects Discuss and reflect on Right Livelihood and your role in the Great Turning Explore strategies for mitigating disaster through community resilience, permaculture design, and creating disaster plans Gain an understanding of financial permaculture, challenges with our current economic system, and concepts like money and banking Learn about topics like alternative

CONNECT WITH PEOPLE San Francisco Permaculture Monthly Gathering Our monthly meeting is an open gathering for everyone to connect around and learn more about Permaculture. While the weather is still good, we are meeting on the first Wednesday of each month at the 18th & Rhode Island Garden.

CONNECT WITH PEOPLE San Francisco Permaculture Monthly Gathering Our monthly meeting is an open gathering for everyone to connect around and learn more about Permaculture. While the weather is still good, we are meeting on the first Wednesday of each month at the 18th & Rhode Island Garden.

Summer Apprenticeship Program, living and learning Regenerative Practices, in the beautiful North Cascades. Hands on application of Permaculture principles, intimate introduction to plants, practical skills in living harmoniously with the Earth.

CONNECT WITH PEOPLE San Francisco Permaculture Monthly Gathering Our monthly meeting is an open gathering for everyone to connect around and learn more about Permaculture. While the weather is still good, we are meeting on the first Wednesday of each month at the 18th & Rhode Island Garden.

Do you own or manage rangelands in the Bay Area?   Are you hoping to increase the resilience and productivity of those rangelands?   The San Mateo Resource Conservation District (SMRCD) is excited to host the Regenerative Ranching 101 Educational Series for landowners and rangeland managers. From August 2024 through April 2025, join us once a month as we gather to visit regenerative ranches across the Bay Area and learn from world-class experts from SMRCD, Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), TomKat Ranch, Point Blue Conservation Science, and California Farmlink on how to manage rangelands in a way that is economically and environmentally regenerative. Regenerative Ranching 101 will teach participants about: Principles and Practices of Regenerative Ranching Adaptive Grazing Planning Water and Fencing Wildlife and Livestock Monitoring and Evaluation Managing Land in a Changing Climate Designing Trials to Expand Understanding Writing Regenerative Grazing Leases Financial and Technical Assistance If you have questions email eliza@sanmateoRCD.org or sign up below for updates. Are you interested in attending the series or learning more?

UC Climate Stewards Certification The UC Climate Stewards seeks to foster a committed corps of volunteers ready to effectively engage in transformative local solutions to promote community and ecosystem resilience in a changing climate. This ten week course will introduce you to social-emotional resilience and trauma-aware practices, climate change communication, climate science, and community resilience planning. The course will combine communication, engagement, and science curricula with guest presenters, field trips, and project-based learning to immerse you in the dynamics of your local community. The UC Climate Stewards Handbook is included in the course fee. Dates: September 11 - November 13, 2024 Fees: $415 Delivery Mode: Hybrid Contact: nic@ARConservancy.org

REGISTER HERE by Wednesday, September 11, 2024: https://omella.com/lqicq Join us for a permaculture garden tour, plant scavenger hunt, and nature mandalas. Pack a lunch and a pinic blanket or chairs! We'll discuss composting and vermicomposting after lunch. Optional: Volunteer afterwards by helping pull some invasives from the property. ***bring gloves*** LOCATION: Eastern Shore Permaculture Institute- It's private residence in Galena, Maryland. I will provide address to registered families. COST: $4 per participating student.Chaperones & young children FREE. Limiting event to 20 child total. MD-213, Galena, MD 21635, United States

In-Person Permaculture Design Course Sep, 2024 Begins September 14 @ 9:00 am - September 15 @ 5:00 pm, one weekend per month $995 This is Grow Permaculture’s internationally recognized In-Person Permaculture Design Course, based on Bill Mollison’s work. This course will be held in St Petersburg, FL, and at our farm in Brooksville, giving people an opportunity to see permaculture in action on both the farm and also studying in an urban environment. The full rate is $1,295. This cost covers course materials (except the book by Mollison), field trips, snacks and when visiting the farm - lunch. Our courses are an investment in yourself and your future - you will make and save far more than the course cost, to the degree you use the information in the course. (Please note for the Sep 2, 2024 course payment should be made in full by Sep 2, 2024. If you are are late contact us. No refunds after Sep 2, 2024.) Payment plans are available through our Paypal shopping cart. They offer different plans, for details look for the line that says "PayPal As low as $__.__/mo for 12 months." right under the ADD TO CART button. For assistance or questions reach out via our contact form or to courseinfo "at" growpermaculture "dot" com, or leave a message at 727-495-6145. Schedule Sep 14-15 - Design strategies, get to know one another, and understanding natural systems Oct 12-13- Climate, soil, and water Nov 9-10 - Food forests, kitchen garden, animals, aquaculture, agroforestry Jan 11-12 - Built environment and appropriate technology Feb 8-9 - Regenerative finances and building community Mar 8-9 - Closing topics, presentations and graduation See the full description with the schedule... Go here to sign up.

Join Permaculture Designer and teacher Kenton Zerbin for a day all about the field of sustainable design called “Permaculture”. The inspiring applications range from how to improve your house efficiency and create edible landscapes, to how to reduce work and create thriving communities. Whether you are a green-thumb, want to reduce your house utility bills, or seek to save the world, this day-long crash course will give you the basic skills to improve your house, property, and lifestyle. Walk away with a new lens to look at your world, practical solutions you can start tomorrow, and a rekindled hope for our future. DATES: September 15, 2024TIME: 9am – 5:30pmCOST: $150 +gst Registration: https://wildandimmersive.ubc.ca/.../permaculture-design-101 795 Campbell Rd, Williams Lake, BC, Canada, British Columbia V2G 5B6

  Celebrating 18 years of permaculture design & education! ✨ Autumn Course ✨  A Total of 3 Weekends:  September 20-23 October 12-14 & Nov 8-11 Registration is open! Register: Permaculture Design Certificate Course! For Local Community Events: A Schedule of Tours, Talks & Workshops  Our course is offered at The Permaculture Place, Inc ~a design studio and resource center at The Mill in the artisan village of Shelburne Falls, MA  Design for Abundance ~  Sow Seeds for the Future  Practice Land Stewardship Skills ~  Create Resilience in Your Communities  This one-of-a-kind Permaculture Design Course provides an opportunity to gain hands-on ecological design experience while studying with leading permaculture designers & educators from across the northeastern USA. "This course was the most mindfully curated learning experience I have ever had." -PDC Course Graduate  What YOU Will Gather: * Gather the skills to design for abundance in your home landscape and for resilience in your communities. *  Visit and learn from numerous permaculture demonstration sites. ​* Participate in a guided ecological design project for real clients at residential and village sites around Shelburne Falls, MA. * Tap into extensive resources and inspirations.   * Network with fellow ecological thinkers, gardeners, artists, activists, change makers, and planners.   * All techniques, skills, and resources that you learn and gather in this course can be directly applied at your home.  * Join us for a series of dynamic weekends!  ​ "An amazing opportunity to delve into permaculture and ecological design. Hands on workshops, inspiring site visits, and knowledgeable teachers, all gathered together for a well crafted seasonal series."  ​-PDC Course Graduate​ Course Topics Include: *​Mapmaking & Site Analysis   *​Ecological Design Process *​Rainwater Harvesting *​Agroforestry Systems *​Natural Building *​Permaculture Ethics & Principles   *​Soil Improvement Techniques  *​Deep Ecology *Nature Connection *​Knowledge of Place  *​Edible Forest Gardens  *​Perennials as Food, Medicine, Fuel, Habitat  *​Garden Creation  *​​Native Pollinators  ​*​EcoVillage & Community Life *​Practical Skills for Your Home  *​Fermentation & Food Preservation *​Carbon Farming & Carbon Sequestration What Makes This Course Unique: ​*  This Sowing Solutions Permaculture Design Certification Course in Western Massachusetts is celebrating over 18 years of Permaculture Education. * This course provides an opportunity for you to gain direct permaculture experience by conducting a design project alongside leading permaculture designers from New York and New England.  *  Our classroom is nestled in a historic mill along the Deerfield River in Shelburne Falls, surround by artisan/maker studios, sheep foraging in the forest, and thriving gardens throughout the Village. *  We visit numerous well-established permaculture demonstration sites to study thriving ecosystems, water harvesting, community structures, natural buildings, energy efficiency, and more.     *  Gaining your internationally recognized certification with Sowing Solutions is an experience of empowerment, support, inspiration and skill building. * Optional: Apply 3 or 4 college credits to your degree program with our course affiliation to UMASS Amherst and the Five College Consortium. * Applications for partial scholarships and work trade discounts are available.  * Participate in the development of our new agroforestry park project and ongoing community permaculture demonstration sites in the village. Watch Video Footage From One of Our Past Courses: www.youtube.com/watch?v=eIc4O0-A2Qk   (This was filmed at a previous course location) This video was made by one of our design course graduates who later created this well known, award winning film:  ​Inhabit, A Permaculture Perspective ​ About the Course Our weekend series courses are offered seasonally. Gain your certification by attending this long-standing and well designed program! About the Course Field Trips Students of this one of a kind educational event will study numerous permaculture demonstration sites in the Western MA region.  Visits to Permaculture Sites Reserve Your Seat Register today for the Permaculture Design Course! Request the detailed Course Information Packet and registration materials here. Design Course Registration!

Cultivating Sustainable Landscapes This two-and-a-half-day workshop is an opportunity to dive into the principles and practice of gardening with, and not against, nature. Through guided hands-on practice, you will learn about increasing biodiversity in our cultivated landscapes, creating resilient landscapes that connect our yards to the wider ecosystems we are all a part of, and how to utilize simple active and passive water harvesting techniques. You will learn about reading the landscape through an introductory discussion and a tour of the grounds around Canelo. You will use hand tools to install passive water harvesting features such as basins and swales and use rockwork to add structural stability and aesthetic beauty to the landscape. You will learn how to select appropriate native plants to provide resources for wildlife while cultivating year-round visual interest. Finally, you will learn about propagating native plants, including trees, shrubs, and cacti, by starting seeds in the hand-built Canelo greenhouse. This is a workshop for beginner and experienced gardeners alike. Home gardeners or landscape professionals will gain knowledge and skills that can be applied to gardens anywhere in the world. By the end of this course, participants will have constructed and planted a garden with water-harvesting features, irrigation, and native plants, and will have started various seeds. Participants will be able to take some seeds home to cultivate in their own landscape as well. REGISTER Dates: This course begins with a short class on Friday afternoon at 4:30pm and ends Sunday 5pm, with a dinner that evening and breakfast following morning provided. Meals: Lunch on Saturday and Sunday are provided. Home-cooked vegetarian lunches will be provided both days and are included in workshop price. Participants are responsible for preparing their own Breakfast and Dinners. We have a small outdoor kitchen, but participants are encouraged to bring their own camping/cooking supplies. Accommodations: Camping and bunkroom beds are available and included in the worshop. We have a few private rooms available for an extra cost. Our guesthouse also has a fully-equipped kitchen. Deposit – Full payment of this workshop is required to register ($300)

Design jams are when we invite permaculture designers (of all experience levels) back to the table for a “quick-draw” design challenge in just a few hours! For this jam, we’ll be visiting Wondercade, an arcade on a well-trafficked stretch of Harrison Avenue in the neighborhood of Westwood in Cincinnati. This triangular urban lot is home to several businesses and includes unused green space and opportunities for improved energy efficiency and use of the space, as well as cooperative connectivity to neighboring businesses and residents. CPI designer Ethan Walton will lead you in this improvisational challenge — we complete a little pre-analysis up front to get you started, then let you loose on some base maps to see what you come up with! Get creative, meet and mingle with other permies, and exercise your design muscles! Free. Open to anyone who has completed or is currently enrolled in one of our courses, or who has taken a PDC from another provider, as well as neighbors and residents of Westwood who are interested in being involved! See less

Fall Session Self-Paced Online Learning: October 3 - October 24, 2024 The online learning component consists of four concept chapters (taking 2-4 hours of reading each week), four untimed, open-book, graded quizzes, and four 2-hour online meetings. Online sessions on Thursdays from 6-8 p.m. PST. 1. October 3, 2024 (Orientation) 2. October 10, 2024 2. October 17, 2024 3. October 24, 2024 Through a series of videos, readings, and bi-weekly discussion sessions students will gain a foundational understanding of earth systems, the principles of permaculture, and basic design methodology. This material will lay the conceptual groundwork needed for the hands-on design training. Hands-on Training at OAEC: November 7-16, 2024 10-days: Thursdays, November 7th at 10am through the following Saturday, November 16th at 1pm. Includes organic, vegetarian meals and shared accommodations. The in-person portion of the course has two goals: to practice hands-on permaculture skills and to undertake a design project. We will use the OAEC site to learn some of the practical applications of permaculture such as conservation hydrology, earthworks, food forests, composting, and more. The design project will be at a local community or homeowner’s residential scale. There may be the opportunity to help implement the design project over the year. Cost, Discounts and Cancellation Policy $2500 is the base cost for individuals, due at the time of registration. Includes lodging and organic, vegetarian meals during the on-site training. Early-bird discount - $100 off if you register at least 30 days before the start of the online portion of the course. 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. And yes, you may combine the early bird with the group discount for a total of $150 off each for up to 4 people. Subsidies for Social-Ecological Justice Movement Groups - We partner with a network of organizations to offer courses for groups (not individuals) working on land-based projects centered around social, racial, gender, and ecological justice, especially by BIPOC-led organizations. Our funding support allows for these long-term collaborations. Unfortunately, we don’t have funding to offer additional PDC scholarships at this time. If you belong to one of our existing partner community groups, please contact the OAEC staff person you are working with directly to enroll in the course. We regret that we cannot accept Americorps Education Awards and are unable to offer individual scholarships or work trades at this time. Giving this course as a gift? Email us oaec@oaec.org. Cancellation and Refund Policy % Course Fee to be Refunded Terms for Refund 100% refund minus cc processing fee At least 90 days notice before the start date of the online portion of the course 50% refund minus cc processing fee At least 60 days notice before the start date of the online portion of the course 25% refund minus cc processing fee At least 45 days notice before the start date of the online portion of the course 12.5% refund minus cc processing fee Between 45-30 days notice before the start date of the online portion of the course No Refund Less than 30 days notice before the start date of the online portion of the course *Upon registering, you will receive a registration confirmation via email from oaec@oaec.org. Please check your spam folder if you don't receive it.

Join the Seed Academy with teachers Don Tipping, (Siskiyou Seeds), & guests TBA We welcomne you to the farm for an in-depth, hands-on training for farmers, gardeners, educators, entrepreneurs, permaculturalists & anyone interested in becoming a part of the Seed Movement. Learn with the experts. Gain the essential skills you need to harvest & process seed. Learn the fundamentals of plant breeding & propagation. Receive the step-by step tools, strategies & inspired vision required to start or upgrade a seed business, or implement a seed system to you farm or homestead. Meet & network with your bioregional neighbors to optimize

The Permaculture Design Certification Course Ready To Skip The Revolution And Create The Renaissance?  The principles of Permaculture are commonly associated with a rural or agrarian setting, but they are applicable everywhere.  It is an adaptable set of problem-solving and decision-making ethics based on the patterns and systems of nature. When we use this approach it creates a fundamental shift in our attitude, towards how to create innovative and sustainable solutions of abundance rather than scarcity and crisis. At The Academy we forward students’ understanding of the field of scientific sustainability.  We promote: ... Thoughtful Decision-Making ... Creative Problem-Solving ... But Reject “One Size Fits All” Solutions Our Design Course uses the garden as a metaphor for learning how to balance ecosystems, building business enterprise, and establishing community resilience within an urban landscape. The Permaculture Design Certification Course is our flagship program. It is a rigorous 7-month immersive training chock full of: Hands-on Learning Real Design Projects 1-on-1 Mentorship Action-Based Solutions Dates Classes are the one weekend a month for seven months from 9 AM to 5 PM.  Instruction will take place in Los Angeles, CA. Dates for the Fall 2024-2025 Design Course are:   October 5th & 6th, 2024 November 2nd & 3rd, 2024 December 7th & 8th, 2024 January 4th & 5th, 2025 February 1st & 2nd, 2025 March 1st & 2nd, 2025 April 5th & 6th, 2025 There Are Many Tools In Our Tool Box - But A Cookie Cutter Isn't One Of Them. Within weeks of starting the program under the supervision of Larry Santoyo and his team, you will think more strategically and rationally than the majority of design professionals out there. You will learn skills and principles that will allow you to thrive in any environment, in a sustainable and regenerative frame of mind that discovers stability in any turbulent situation. Permaculture ethics and principles can be used in every aspect of life, large or small, from community to agriculture, craftwork and art, finance and education, law and security, architecture and science, the list goes on.   Our revolution starts with you, fundamentally changing the way you view the problems of the world, to usher in the next steps of a cultural Renaissance.     The Permaculture Design Certification Course has transformed the lives and enhanced the careers of people all around the world.  Here's What Our Students Are Saying About Us: "It awoke my passion for the environment and living a better life." "Before taking the class I didn't have a direction for my life. The Permaculture Design Course opened up a whole new world of possibilities and gave me a new direction that I was excited and inspired by. Larry has such a charisma and is hilarious. He brings  personality and has such a good way of explaining concepts that pulls you in and grips you." -Craig Kupolsky "I always knew that I could be doing more but I wasn't sure how." After taking the course, I could see more clearly how everything is interconnected, and I’ve been able to apply the design principles to many areas of my life. I fucking love Larry. He has no filter, which made it much easier to discuss topics that can sometimes be uncomfortable. His approach and teaching style have challenged my beliefs and inspired me to live with a deeper sense of compassion and respect. - Stacy Fisher Gunn founder and CEO of Living UP "It changed the way I think about life and gave me a sense of purpose." I completed the course in March of 2017 and had revelations and affirmations about the importance of this work. I worked for years in the film industry as an actor and in script development and found myself unfulfilled. I was concerned with issues of ecology and climate and wanted to do something about it. I was able to change careers and started working for somebody I met in the course. I couldn't be happier about the change or more excited about my future! - Cameron Miller Site and Projects Manager, The Birdhouse "The Permaculture Design Course with Larry Santoyo has been an unbelievably fun and rewarding experience!" "The Permaculture Design Course with Larry Santoyo has been an unbelievably fun and rewarding experience! And you don't have to be a gardener green thumb like me to use permaculture design in what you do!" -Dakota R. "It has changed the way I think about the world... And it has made me a better business person" "Big thank you for the permaculture design training it has changed the way I think about the world..... And it has made me a better business person, something I didn't think a “gardening class” could do." -Leslie D. This program is for those seeking with strong certitude a right-livelihood. It is for those who are ready to create lasting change and learn from the foremost Permaculture instructors in the world. I'm Ready to sign up When you take the Permaculture Design Certification Course with the Academy you are getting much more than a gardening course. • Learn. Collaborate. Implement.  Our trainings are about action, creating meaningful tangible action - have everything you need to build your sustainable future. • Fast-track your learning with 96 hours of expert instruction AND over 24 hours of hands on learning at real sites all over Southern California. • Never be confused or stumped again by a problem... our problem solving tools show you how to observe, design, and implement solutions that work time and time again. • Be leagues ahead of others upon graduation... Complete a full-fledged design project with guidance from our expert staff. • Learn the right way through mentor-student relationships. Learn one on one with an expert... You learn the way humans are meant to learn: through focused, individualized training passed down from a teacher to their student. • Understanding the principles behind real, long-term, ecological sustainability (Plus become an agent of change by gaining skills you can use to excel on any team or project.) • Become a champion at finding the right solution for the right project... apply what is needed not what is wanted. • We help people escape burnout, fatigue, and being overwhelmed by learning the principles behind living a simple, impactful, and purpose-filled life. The Permaculture Design Certification Course is the foundation of Permaculture education. Weekends One & Two Nature teaches us the language of patterns and shows how the garden can act as a metaphor for systems design.  Observing and understanding the information presented by natural habitats reveals foundational design principles.

PERMACULTURE DESIGN Certificate COURSE Now enrolling for fall 2024 full weekend permaculture design course alternating weekends october 5 - december 15, 2024 Full 72hr Permaculture Design course $1395-$1895 Register Individual Permaculture Series classes Please arrange signup for individual classes ahead of time. $150-$200 Sign Up Full PDC + 20 hr hands-on Immersion honors certificate $1595-$2095 Register Scholarships available Apply Now DESIGN THE FUTURE Our permaculture design courses can be a launching pad to an ethical livelihood in environmental or land-based jobs. You can design your current or future property, and even move on to be a professional designer or teacher. Earn college credit through Humboldt State University (inquire for details). Overall, learning the principles and practices of permaculture will provide you with perspective and skills that are increasingly valuable in our changing world. Play 00:00 01:06 Mute Settings Enter fullscreen 00:00 “I’m leaving this course with a new lens to see the world through. Permaculture isn’t just gardening; it is systems thinking. The instructors who taught this course brought such a wealth of knowledge & expertise; I was very impressed. I recommend taking this course in conjunction with the HSS if you want a super integrated and valuable download about permaculture.” — Emily Lorena Contreras (“Birdie”), HSS student “My experience with Lost Valley Education Center was amazing. The quality of instructors and course content of their educational offering is a 10 out of 10! I loved the discussion-based lessons and consistent invitation for deep conversation into each topic presented. The playful observation and interactive lessons inspired a sense of wonder that I hope to share with my own children.” - Andrea B. (Fall 2021) fall 2024 PERMACULTURE DESIGN COURSE Saturdays and sundays biweekly october 5 – december 15, 2024 9:30 am – 5:30 pm, with a 1-hour break for lunch. Optional Land & Garden projects: Alternating Sundays 10:30 am - 2:30 pm Curriculum Overview We offer weekend permaculture design courses in the spring and fall of each year, providing a flexible, accessible way to gain permaculture knowledge, without having to take two straight weeks off work to do it (like most permaculture design courses). The extended learning period also helps with knowledge integration and discernment of one’s future path. Our in-person permaculture design courses follow the established international standard of 72 hours of contact time with experienced instructors, including a final group design project that weaves together everything the students have learned. The course is held in person every other Saturday and Sunday for twelve weeks using the Permaculture Institute of North America Core Curriculum. 20-Hour immersion honors Certificate Come by on our alternating Sundays to get your hands into the soil, working with biochar production, fire pressure mitigation, agroforestry, food forest management, fruit harvest, cider making, and so much more applying the classroom learning in hands-on experiential learning! We also offer the Sunday land and garden immersions as drop-in offerings. Course Schedule Week 1 Day 1:  Ethics & Principles & the Local Ecosystem Day 2: Patterns, Reading the Landscape & Natural Building Week 2 Day 1: Design Process, Keyline Design, Biogeography & Microclimates Day 2: Water: Cycle, Harvesting, Retention & Aquaculture Week 3 Day 1: Trees, Forest Ecology, Fire & Regenerative Forestry Day 2: Plants, Cultivated Ecologies, Earthworks, Soils & Microbiology Week 4 Day 1: Social Permaculture, Animal Integration & Closed Loop Systems Day 2: Decolonizing Permaculture and Access to Land Week 5 Day 1: Designing for Catastrophe, Waste & Bioremediation Day 2: Permaculture Economics & Suburban Permaculture Week 6 Day 1: Designing for Other Ecosystems & Client Relationships Day 2: Presentations, Planning for the Future and Community Celebration! DETAILED CURRICULUM Why Study at Lost Valley? LOST VALLEY is an 87-acre, living permaculture-inspired site, with over 30 years of experimenting with solutions. The diverse set of permaculture instructors are experienced in their areas and have been teaching for years. Some are onsite residents, some live nearby. (See below for instructor bios, photos, and videos.) The schedule suits local working people. Great price — no need to pay for food or lodging. Approved for academic credit through Humboldt State University. Just 30 minutes from Eugene/Springfield, it’s easy to reach, yet a peaceful escape. Other onsite learning opportunities (such as in the gardens) and connections with residents and students.  Meet your permaculture Instructors Our local resident land manager and experienced permaculture teacher and practitioner Brian Byers joins us again as lead instructor. Though the majority of our class time will be in-person, outside, and in the field, we will also be bringing in some of the most skilled and experienced teachers nationally and internationally via zoom! Additional guest instructors include: David Holmgren * – Best known as the co-originator with Bill Mollison of the permaculture concept following the publication of Permaculture One in 1978. Since then, he has developed three permaculture properties, consulted and supervised in urban and rural projects, and presented lectures, workshops and courses at a wide variety of events and venues in Australia and around the world. Author of Permaculture: Principles and Pathways Beyond Sustainability. Dan Wahpepah – Dan teaches from the indigenous perspective, focusing on decolonization, healthy thinking, and “returning to being a human being.” He grew up immersed in American Indian Movement culture and his traditional ways. His father is a spiritual leader and his uncle founded West Coast AIM. Monica Ibacache * – New York based community organizer, sustainability educator, and ecological designer committed to social and environmental justice. Monica has dedicated her life to working with diverse and marginalized communities in education and local development in the U.S. and abroad. Andrew Millison * –Andrew has been studying, teaching and practicing Permaculture since he took his first design course in 1996. He started teaching Permaculture at the college level in 2001, and has been an instructor at OSU in the Horticulture Department since 2009. Andrew’s popular permaculture videos have several million views and are highly recommended. Tao Orion – Tao Orion is a permaculture designer, teacher, homesteader, and mother living in the southern Willamette Valley of Oregon. She teaches permaculture design at Oregon State University and at Aprovecho, a 40-acre nonprofit sustainable-living educational organization. Author of Beyond the War on Invasive Species. Abel Kloster – Abel is the co-owner of Resilience Permaculture Design, a whole systems design and installation firm specializing in farm and forestry planning and ecological restoration. Abel is a

Imagine walking into a room filled with over 100 varieties of climate appropriate seeds ready to literally be scooped up and taken home for planting or saving. This is exactly what the Great American Seed Up is all about. “The idea is to give valley residents an opportunity to learn about seed saving and then harvest as many ounces of seed they wish to take home,” says Farmer Greg Peterson, Urban Farm Founder and local seed saver. We are partnering with the Uptown Phoenix Farmers Market. The event features a seed bazaar with bulk quantities of popular vegetable seed varieties available for purchase at bulk discounts. Attendees are encouraged to buy and share the seeds with their neighborhood and community groups to spur local gardening and seed saving efforts. “We’re trying to get seeds in the hands of the people,” says Seed Up co-organizer Bill McDorman of Seedsave.org. “The more seed diversity we have growing in our neighborhood gardens and backyard plots, the more resilient we’ll be as a community. These seeds are the best varieties we can find in bulk to help you start your seed saving adventure.”   Friday Oct 11, 2024 Entry times: 4 pm to 7:30 pm One Tally Card per Registration. All registrations are listed under purchaser’s name. RSVP Here   Saturday Oct 12, 2024 Entry times: 9 am to 1:30 pm One Tally Card per Registration. All registrations are listed under purchaser’s name. RSVP Here Live Educational Classes Return! We have really missed doing our educational classes and we think many of you would agree. This year not only are we bringing back our basic seed education classes for Saturday, we are excited to have a very special educational discussion about growing grains in our home gardens.  Join us Friday evening at 6pm in Building B to hear from Dun Guerra as we learn about the benefits and possibilities of growing different wheats and grains. Friday – A Discussion on Grains “Baking Bread and Breaking New Ground” with Don Guerra, a James Beard Award winner for outstanding baking. 6:00 pm – 6:45 pm Join us for a peek into the “fresh flour movement” and meet Don Guerra from Barrio Bread who has been instrumental in its success in Arizona. Don Guerra has made his mark in the world of sourdough and in creating vibrant collaborations with local farmers and millers such as Hayden Flour Mills. Don is celebrated worldwide for his innovative business model, educational efforts and delicious bread. Hear about  Don’s humble beginnings from roots in Phoenix baking with his mother and the path he took that finally lead him back to baking in his garage in 2009 in Tucson. In 2015 he launched Barrio Bread with its location in Tucson and now an outlet at Hayden Mills in Gilbert.  If you haven’t had a chance to sample Barrio Bread, you will Friday night when Don brings some of his delectable sourdough to share with us. Saturday – Seed Classes 10:00– 10:30 am: “Seed Saving Hacked” with Bill McDorman. — Learn about the hacks into seed saving that can save you time and money and an online class available that will cover everything else. The tricks of the trade will be unveiled so you are able to harvest robust, resilient seeds that will serve you for years to come. Come with questions and learn from a master (student). 11:00 – 11:30 am “Starting from Seed” with Kari Spencer — Once you learn how to cultivate and harvest your seeds, then what? Well, one would hope they get planted. The key is to mimic what plants do in nature and replicate each individual plants’ process. Insight into the type of seed and what is required for that seed to germinate will be revealed. Is the seed small and round or flat and flakey. What type of soil, water and sun will result in the best chance for a plant to grow into a strong and healthy plant from which to save seeds. Kari will tell all. 12:00 – 12:30 pm “Sourcing Your Seeds” with Bill McDorman — If you haven’t started your seed saving adventure yet, then finding seeds to begin is crucial. You want seeds that can work where you are with your unique and distinct regional characteristics. Seed libraries are a great resource for finding locally appropriate seeds. From there, it is a fascinating journey to understand how seed companies source their seeds. Interestingly seed companies do not grow all their own seed material but purchase it from long standing seed suppliers. Learning about the distribution chain will help you make sound decisions when finding the seeds you need to plant, grow and save. Friday Tickets RSVP HERE Saturday Tickets RSVP HERE Our Educational Speakers Don Guerra is committed to working with local farmers, chefs, and other food producers to strengthen the local grain economy and grow the local food network. In 2015 he was awarded a USDA Local Food Promotion Grant that significantly helped him to increase collaboration with others and expand production with a new bakery. He has taught a variety of baking classes and presented at conferences and workshops, highlighting his business model and work with heritage grains. Don has consulted in Mexico, Taiwan and throughout the United States. In 2016 Don was named one of the Top Ten Bakers in America by Dessert Professionals magazine. He also received the Leveraging Your Localness award from Bite Magazine, Good Food Finder USA and Local First Arizona. In 2022 he received the prestigious James Beard Award for outstanding baker. Bill McDorman is considered to be one of the foremost seed saving educators in the country. He is cofounder of the Great American Seed Up, Rocky Mountain Seed Alliance, and Seed School, an educational program that boasts over 1500 students worldwide. He is also founder of Seeds Trust High Altitude Gardens, and the International Seed Saving Institute. He is the author of Basic Seed Saving. When not saving seeds, he can be found biking around El Dorado Ranch in San Felipe, Baja, California. Kari Spencer is a popular local gardening & homesteading speaker. As a Master Gardener and a Master Farmer, she enjoys sharing her passion for growing and raising food with others. In addition to teaching classes

Immerse yourself in the world of permaculture with our introductory weekend workshop, guided by experienced designers Todd Breitenstein, Brett Sovick, and Jessica Fox. This workshop is curated to provide you with a basic understanding of permaculture principles and practical skills. This workshop is also an opportunity to cultivate community with like-minded locals. Expect a weekend full of interactive learning, hands-on activities, and community-building exercises. You’ll delve into site analysis, design methodologies, mapping techniques, and pattern recognition. You’ll enjoy four delicious, locally sourced meals prepared by professional chef Jessica Fox. You’ll have the opportunity to bond with fellow participants over nourishing food and meaningful conversations. Saturday evening will be spent around the campfire, sharing stories and deepening our connection to each other and the land. This weekend was designed for you if you are: Considering a permaculture design certification [PDC] but are undecided Wanting to see permaculture design principles in action Looking for land to build a homestead Interested in transforming “unusable” land Yearning to connect with permaculture-minded individuals in our community What to Expect: Interactive Learning: Engage in hands-on activities and practical exercises. Comprehensive Curriculum: Understand the basics of permaculture, site analysis, design methodologies, observational skills, and pattern recognition. Practical Skills: Learn mapping and surveying techniques, and participate in a design creation workshop. Community Experience: Share communal meals, an evening campfire, and connect with like-minded individuals. Take advantage of our Early Bird Special by registering before September 13th for just $399. The price increases to $499 after this date. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to deepen your connection with nature and learn valuable skills for a sustainable lifestyle with our growing community! Help us build a more resilient and productive ecosystem here on the South Shore. With the help of our community, our little corner of the world will thrive for generations to come! REGISTER HERE

Online Permaculture Design Course Oct, 2024 October 15 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm $595 Many requests have come in asking us to offer an online version from people whose schedules don’t match up with our in-person courses or who prefer to study online. This course can be studied at your own pace, with a focus on your own site design. Creating the opportunity for a participatory and hands-on experience is important to us, so we include practical exercises that you perform on your own site. In addition we will have live Q and A sessions and personal mentoring with instructors and you will be able to share your experience with instructors and other students via photos, essays or videos. We have added some exciting learning modules to the online version and other extras, including units with experts covering various topics. The course will address strategies for drylands, temperate, tropical and other climates based on the significant knowledge and experience of our instructors working in those climates and will also have bonus sections focused specifically on Florida/subtropical climate because of how unique the ecosystem is in Florida. Many of these techniques are very useful in multiple climates and we explain how and why. Students will have an opportunity to self-test their knowledge, to join discussion groups with other students, to participate in question and answer sessions on Zoom (online video conference software) with instructors, and to get feedback from a personal mentor. In addition there are in-person modules for those who want that, and special sessions we normally can’t offer in person because of time and site constraints. We feel this exceeds the learning experience from an in-person course alone. Sunday the 13th is a welcome meeting for Q&A at 1pm (EST), the first Zoom call is on Tuesday the 15th at 7pm and then the first and third Tuesday for six months, and is recorded. See the full description... You can sign up here.  

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2024-2025 NOW ENROLLINGPermaculture Design Certification spaces are limited Learn the Foundational Knowledge for Sustainability and Resilience FROM LOCAL PERMACULTURE PRACTITIONERS AND LEADERS CPI’s Year-Long Permaculture Design Certification CPI’s Year Long Permaculture Design Certification (PDC) is a 96-hour immersion in ethical mindsets and ecological skill-sets to create positive change. Students learn not just the hard skills of permaculture, such as soil science and natural building, but more importantly the underlying design thinking process that makes a permaculture system so unique, prolific, and resilient. “Permaculture Through The Seasons” is an internationally recognized PDC in Cincinnati, Ohio, that meets 11 Saturdays & 2 Sundays over 12 months, giving you the opportunity to absorb and apply permaculture learnings at urban and rural contexts throughout the course of a full year. Unlike other permaculture design courses that require you to travel to other states or countries, take time off work, and fit everything into a few short weeks, our PDC is entirely localized to within an hour’s drive of Cincinnati and focused on the permaculture practices that are most applicable in our growing region. Join and learn: Discover your niche in permaculture! Home gardeners, homesteaders, farmers, community planners and leaders, educators, engineers — everyone has something to learn and apply from permaculture. Our course could introduce you to your new passion! Among the sites that our students visit is a custom built off-grid Earthship in northern Kentucky, the home of one of our graduates. Permaculture Ethics and Principles Processes, Tools, and Methods for Design Foundations of Soil Science and Ecological Systems Holistic Management of Animals and Plants for Food Production and Ecological Restoration Renewable Energy and Waste Management Water Catchment, Earthworks and Keyline Design Climates and Microclimates Natural Building Food Forestry Ecovillages and Social Governance Plus you’ll get hands-on exercises in things like companion planting, food preservation, earthworks, composting, and other unique offerings from our site hosts. Why this course? Proven Curriculum- 15 Years Running with more than 350 Graduates, many of whom are now leading their own organizations and initiatives Teachers with Over a Combined 100 years of Permaculture in Practice in our Region- Our teachers and guest teachers are some of the longest practicing permaculturists in the Midwest, and combined they share with you experience that amounts to over 100 years of applying permaculture in our region. Community Connection- introducing you to dozens of leaders in the Tri-State’s Permaculture Network, including site visits and guest speakers - not to mention the people you’ll meet in class! Variety of Guest Teachers- with a variety of core competencies, from herbalism and forest gardening, to design thinking and broad acre permaculture design Great Value- 72 Hours of Base Instruction + 24 Hours of Topical and Advanced Permaculture Education for less than the cost of an international flight Learn Permaculture FROM YOUR Community There is no shortage of Permaculture learning materials out there - so this course focuses on the skills that are specific to applying permaculture to the Midwest and the Tristate region. As an introduction to Permaculture Design, as developed by Bill Mollison and David Holmgren, this course connects you to the local community for further practice, work, and advanced education. We see, smell, listen, and get our hands dirty throughout the seasons, learning the different aspects of our climate and the types of work required to live locally on all fronts, from building, to energy, to feeding communities. Our hope is to empower our graduates to take what they’ve learned here back into their own neighborhoods, organizations, employers, faith groups and more, in service to our vision of a holistic and resilient permanent culture around Cincinnati. What to Expect: This Year Long PDC takes place once a month in a variety of locations around the Cincinnati Area- from urban homesteads and green businesses to rural homesteads and farms. Each class session is about 9 hours and typically consists of a site visit and tour, instruction on permaculture principles and design technique from our lead teachers, lessons on specific topics from our guest teachers, and small group activities. Some meals are provided or available on-site. In between classes, students may be asked to read articles or watch videos and be prepared to discuss in class. The course culminates with a group design project, where you and a small group of classmates are assigned to a real, local site and go through the design process together, from initial visit and ideation through analysis, planning, mapping, researching, and finally, presenting a plan for developing the site using permaculture. Some groups design for small suburban backyards, while others design for rural family farms or local parks, exposing students to the variety of possible applications of permaculture practices. This final design is then presented to the class and a panel of community experts to provide feedback for the future. 2024-25’ Locations TO BE DETERMINED. PAST LOCATIONS HAVE INCLUDED: Earthship in Kentucky Civic Garden Center Harmony Hillside, landforms, animals and living off the land Urban Eco-Village Wake the Farm Up Homestead, Milan, Indiana Woodenshoe Hollow Homemeadow Song Farm 2024-2025 Tuition and Dates BASE PRICE: $1,200 Minimum deposit of $300 will confirm your registration. Balance due by first class on November 16. Payment plans and financial assistance available. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Sunday, November 10 LIMIT 20 Participants (waitlist may be available) CLASS DATES: November 16 & 17 2024 - Kickoff January 4, 2025 February 1, 2025 March 1, 2025 April 5, 2025 May 3, 2025 June 7, 2025 July 12, 2025 August 2, 2025 September 6, 2025 October 18 & 19, 2025 - Final Presentations & Graduation Meals and Lodging: Meals will be provided at some sites with as much local / vegetarian friendly fare as is possible appropriate to the time of year, but most likely will need to be supplemented with beyond bio-region produce. Students will be encouraged to brown-bag their own meals at other sites depending on facilities. We welcome students from outside the immediate Cincinnati area to enroll. If you are traveling, lodging can be worked out for overnight stays through a network of friendly homes. About the Cost and Scholarships: We try desperately to keep the cost down in order to make this expertise accessible to

Permaculture Design Certification course 23rd  Nov. to 8th Dec. 2024 Aapbotay Busty, Mineral Springs, Darjeeling, India Co-Instructors: Sailesh Sharma, Duhita Ganguly, + local Guest Presenters This course focuses on the foundations and understandings of regenerative systems so that students are able to think through to understand what is needed, than how to adapt and do the needfuls for their specific situation and site conditions. This course seeds a holistic designer's perspective into the student’s consciousness. Mineral Springs, Dabaipani is an internationally certified organic area and fair-trade labeled collective of 456 small farmers since 2002. The farmers are joined together as Mineral Spring Sanjukta Vikas Sanstha, a farmers cooperative that collectively markets small farmer’s organic tea in the international market, which is grown as a polyculture crop. This course is located in one of these traditional villages in the beautiful Darjeeling hills, amongst 1,000's of acres of forest garden, with participants staying with local farm families, and our classroom is the village community centre. Cost: Indians rs.42,000, International & NRI rs.49,000  (~$590) Accommodation is Homestay w/local farm family Blog Post: https://dlrprerna.blogspot.com/2023/07/permaculture-design-course-2-to-17.html Organized by DLR Prerna https://www.facebook.com/DarjeelingPrerna https://www.instagram.com/darjeeling_prerna/?utm_source=qr Contacts: darjeelingprerna@gmail.com saileshkharel@gmail.com To Register https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1q-VSqvTiJinmYcn2uxG1b-oA-3v2pwY66lGF9oviorA/viewform?edit_requested=true

2024 Florida Permaculture Convergence  Fri, Dec 6-8, 2024, 12:00 PM, Floral City, FL Three days of immersive workshops, engaging speakers, seed & plant sharing, and so much more! 2023 Speakers Click for full screen 12345678910111213141516171819202122 Early Bird Tickets Full Weekend w/Camping $100 (Limited Early Bird tickets available) 2022 Photos Click for full screen 1234567891011121314151617 Vision for 2024 Convergence – Cultivating the Canopy Cultivating the Canopy: Guardian and Nurturer of the Understory, highlights the essential role of the canopy within the ecosystem. Just as the canopy provides shelter, stability, and resources for the plants and organisms below, it also serves as a guardian, shielding them from harsh elements and supporting their growth. By recognizing and cultivating the canopy as a vital component of the ecosystem, we can ensure the health and resilience of the entire ecosystem, fostering a balanced and thriving environment where each element plays a crucial role in sustaining the whole. Florida Permaculture Convergence, celebrating the power of regenerative agriculture, homesteading, and sustainability! Our theme this year is Planting the Future: Cultivating Resilience through Succession.  Here, we’ll explore ways to use what we’ve already got to be healthier and more adaptive.  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. 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). Sunday we focus on right plant right place.  We will learn about natives 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, farm to table meals, and the famous trade blanket.  Follow our social media to get all the updates on schedules and presenters.  This year we are adding a sustainable art gallery and as always a weekend pass gets you free vending. Date: Fri, Dec 6 -8, 2024, Location: Wonderfield Farm,  Floral City, FL Skills Village: will be a all day event Saturday featuring a village full of small skills classes all day. Camping: will be in nature with lots of options both semi secluded and together with others. You will likely be able to pick a fresh citrus just feet from your tent. Communal Food Kitchen –  (This Year with 3 Diffrent themed Kitchens)Everyone shares by bringing food and skills to share equally in a communal kitchen of abundance. Click here for more on the food.   Learn– For our main learning session we selected voices in the community on a wide range of subjects.  Featured Voices  Click here Carpool – Click here to sign up your car or find a ride Sign a Waver Now!-  Before the event every person must fill out a waver -CLICK HERE- What to bring list – CLICK HERE Volunteering: We ask Everyone to set aside at least one hour at the event to volunteer in the kitchen, event setup or take down.  For people who want to go beyond that we have a limited number of work trade positions you can apply for CLICK HERE      Get your ticket today Other Scheduled Adventures: Micro Talks (4 minutes Each) Ted talk style  (Apply Here) Featured Music Trade Blanket Ceremony  (Please Read instructions here) Regional Round-UP (Meet people in your area) Camp fire Plant Talks (4 minutes Each) Ted talk style (Apply Here) Plant & Seed Swap Daily Yoga Other Event Activities: Bring your own kayak or canoe to paddle the fresh water canal and nature preserve that borders the property Hike the gorgeous trails of Wonderfield farm along ancient oaks and cypress swamp Harvest your own citrus daily engage with the Wonderfield cows and chickens Buy, Sell and Trade at our Open maketplace