Intro to Permaculture with Starhawk

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Sunday, June 30th, 2024

Permaculture in just three days! We will cover the basics of ecological design and the permaculture movement for those who cannot attend our full two-week course.

In this introductory workshop, you 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.

This course is for you if you are ready to:

-->Embark on new food, farm, and life practices

-->Find ways of dramatically reducing energy consumption

-->Begin land-based ventures & small businesses

-->Realize goals toward self-sufficiency

-->Take action on climate change adaptation strategies

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.

What is included in this workshop?

- Intro to place-based learning and immersed learning environments.

- Overview of permaculture design curriculum, theory introduction

- Ethics and Principles Day

- Principles in Practice

- Patterns, Systems Theory and how/why Permaculture and Ecological Design is changing the face of building and living

- Dinner and full site tour followed by campfire circle and building community connection.

Investment Course Cost: $480 CAD

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.