permaculture

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An Introduction to 
Permaculture: 
A DesignWorkshop for 
Women on Self-Reliant Living

June 9-11,2000
Pragtri Farm                                            Arlington, Washington
Permaculture is a method of design that offers guidelines for ways we can 
create a more permanent culture by conserving resources in all aspects of 
living.  Productive self-reliant environments evolve through thoughtful 
integration of land, water, plants, people, animals, shelter, technologies 
and community.
The purpose of this workshop is to create a comfortable, supportive 
environment for women to learn Permaculture philosophy, principles, and 
strategies.  Permaculture is a model applicable to farmers, gardeners, 
educators, landscapers, architects, planners, foresters, community 
organizers, and anyone interested in self-sustaining practices.

Permaculture is the conscious design of ‘cultivated’ ecosystems that have 
the diversity, stability, and resilience of natural ecosystems.' By 
considering the ‘whole picture’ this workshop will concentrate on practical 
examples of how to evolve one's surroundings to be efficient, productive 
and beautiful.

Location: Pragtri Farm is a 20 acre land trust in the foot hills of the 
North Cascades.  There are woodlands, pastures, a pond, orchard and gardens 
from which to learn.


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