permaculture

["Lawrence F. London, Jr." <lfl@intrex.net>]

Date: Fri, 1 Nov 2002 16:38:29 -0800
From: J. Hobbs <hobbsj@efn.org>
Subject: Permaculture Course Workshops

Hello Friends,

Here's an update of the courses and workshops we are offering from
Cascadia Permaculture Institute. They will be held at Lost Valley
Educational Center, an Intentional Community and Permaculture Design
site on 87 acres in the Willamette Valley, S.E. of Eugene, Oregon.


Please pass this on to anyone you think might be interested and
forgive any cross-postings.

Two-Week Intensive Permaculture Design Course
Practical steps to creating  a self-reliant world.
Instructors: Toby Hemenway, Jude Hobbs, and Rick Valley

December 1-14, 2002


PERMACULTURE  is a whole-systems method of design that offers ways we
can create a more permanent culture by conscious, sustainable use of
resources in all aspects of living.  Join us for this comprehensive
course that leads to Permaculture Design Certification by the
Cascadia Institute.

Fee:  $900 to $1,100 on a sliding scale.
This includes instruction, handouts, dorm room, and food. Limited
work trades available.

Contact: Russ Reina  541-937-3351, Ext. 118 (russ@lostvalley.org) for
more information.
http://www.lostvalley.org/
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Second Annual Advanced Permaculture Teacher Training Course with Jude
Hobbs and Tom Ward
January 8-14, 2003

We are continuing on with our mission to prepare new generations of
permaculture instructors for these changing times. We offer a forum
for you to develop teaching skills, discuss strategies and
techniques, and review the rewards and challenges of teaching a
Permaculture Design Course.  This is our fourth year facilitating
this very successful intensive experience.  The participant
evaluations have been enthusiastic and the experience of organizing
and teaching during the training has spawned increased local
introductions to permaculture. Throughout the lectures, discussions,
exercises and participant presentations, the engaging curriculum
takes into consideration different learning styles. Only graduates of
a permaculture design course are eligible to attend this advanced
training.  Do not hesitate to contact us for further details. Upon
course completion participants will receive certification by the
Cascadia Permaculture Institute.

Fee: $550. This includes instruction, course materials, food and lodging.
This includes instruction, handouts, dorm room, and food. Limited
work trades available.

Contact: Russ Reina  541-937-3351, Ext. 118 (russ@lostvalley.org) for
more information.
http://www.lostvalley.org/
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A Women's Retreat:  Introduction to Permaculture Design with Jude Hobbs
March 7-9, 2003

The purpose of this workshop is to create a comfortable, supportive
environment for women to learn Permaculture philosophy, principles,
strategies, and sample techniques.

During this workshop, we will concentrate on practical examples of
how to design efficient, productive, and beautiful surroundings.
Through lecture, discussion, and hands-on application we'll have the
opportunity to connect with and learn from each other.

Some topics that we will cover include: site analysis, water
harvesting, plant identification, edible landscaping, organic
gardening,  animal husbandry, and community networking.

Fee:   $195-$225 (sliding scale)
This includes instruction, handouts, dorm room, and food. Limited
work trades available.

Contact: Jude Hobbs at hobbsj@efn.org or 541-342-1160