permaculture

[Dieter Brand <diebrand@yahoo.com>]

There is a bee swarm that has been hovering over our land for a couple of 
days.  They are obviously looking for a new place to settle.  I guess it will 
be too late now to go and buy a beehive, but I wonder about the next time, 
how can I make them settle in my beehive?  I have seen local farmers standing 
below a swarm throwing a bundle of cloth at it to make them come down and 
settle.  I never saw that it actually worked though.  
 
Is this the right way of doing it?  Or is there a better way (perhaps 
involving color, sound, smells, etc.)?  Is it safe to do or do I risk being 
stung by numerous bees?
 
Dieter Brand
Portugal




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PERMACULTURE DESIGN COURSE IN UGANDA WITH ROSEMARY MORROW, SEPTEMBER 2009

http://permaculturedesigncourseinuganda.blogspot.com



This site contains information about the two week residential
permaculture design certificate course being taught by Australian
teacher Rosemary Morrow (Blue Mountains Permaculture Institute) in
Uganda, 14 - 30 September 2009.

This course will be delivered to both local community members and
international participants, and course fees paid by international
students will subsidise locals, directly contributing to the
promotion of permaculture in East Africa and affording a
cross-cultural experience for all.

The aim of the courses is to upskill permaculture trainers who will
go on to be active in community development, so participating in this
course is about far more than getting PD certified!

As local participants are prioritised, places for international
guests will be limited. Book now to confirm your place in this unique
learning experience.

CONTACTS
To register or for more information, please contact:
Amanda Cuyler (Australia)
Mob: + 61 409 286 477
amandacuyler@gmail.com
ugandapermaculture@gmail.com



Why register for the course?



* Learn vital practical knowledge and skills for leading a
self-reliant and community-resilient lifestyle
* Qualify as an accredited permaculture designer and gain experience
on a tropical demonstration site
* In an era of increasing uncertainty, become part of a global
network effecting positive change and creating designs for
sustainable living and land use
* Develop cross-cultural awareness and discover the warmth and
cultural richness of Africa's "pearl", Uganda
* Learn firsthand how permaculture can be used a powerful tool to
empower and address the real issues confronting communities in the
developing world
* Contribute to the dissemination of permaculture knowledge and
skills in Central Africa by directly subsidizing the participation of
a local person




International Participant Places Limited - Register Now!

To keep a small class size and ensure that positions are prioritised
for local East African participants, positions for international
participants are limited. This course is a rare opportunity to gain
qualifications on-site in a tropical location, knowing that you are
directly subsidising the participation of a local person and ensuring
the dissemination of vital knowledge in East Africa. Register today!




What is permaculture? Why should I study permaculture in Uganda?




Permaculture is a method for designing sustainable, human-supporting
landscapes that mimic the operation of natural ecosystems. By linking
the different parts of each system in ecologically sensible ways,
permaculture achieves high yields, reduces inputs, and actually
builds fertility over successive seasons. Based on three core ethics
and a set of design principles, permaculture can be applied in any
climate and at any scale.

The term "Permaculture" combines "permanent" and "agriculture" as
well as "permanent" and "culture." Permaculture is a philosophy that
allows us to use the resources that we have around us to their
fullest potential. By observing and learning from our environment
(such as how does nature replenish its soil, how does nature protect
and conserve its water resources, how has nature adapted to the
specific climate of an area, etc.), we can learn how to imitate these
natural processes in our daily living. The more closely that we can
work with nature, the more likely we are to establish a balance which
will provide us with the things that we need without damaging the
environment.

Permaculture is rooted in the fact that no single problem or solution
stands on its own. In recognition of this balance, it embraces four
basic principles:
1. Working with nature rather than against it
2. Thoughtful observation rather than thoughtless labour
3. Each element should perform many functions rather than one
4. Everything is connected to everything else

Like so many other countries in Africa, Uganda is enmeshed within a
web of complex, interrelated social and environmental issues. Poverty
levels are high, particularly because so many families have been
affected by the HIV+/AIDS pandemic; post-primary education levels are
low; and these factors, combined with decades of civil conflict, have
left the country with more than 2.4 million orphans.



Uganda's population is predominantly rural. Families need to subsist
on their own small plots of land, with few income-producing jobs
available in the small townships where the majority of the population
farm and live. Access to academic or practical agriculture classes is
minimal. Although local District Agriculture Officers have some
awareness of sustainable agriculture concepts, and are very keen to
know more, very little training is available to them and consequently
they are unable to pass on knowledge to the community.

We are at a pivotal point in history. The developing world is
disproportionately affected by climate change and food insecurity,
and the great majority of Ugandans are struggling to meet the
skyrocketing costs of food and non-food items. Therefore, the need
for communities and individuals to achieve food, water and power
sovereignty is increasingly more critical. Permaculture provides
communities with vital skills and knowledge to provide for their
needs in socially just and ecologically sustainable ways.

This two-week residential will be delivered to both local community
members and international participants. The course fees paid by
international participants will subsidise local participants, ,
directly contributing to the promotion of permaculture in East Africa
and affording a cross-cultural experience for all concerned. (The
course will be taught in both English and Luganda). The aim of the
courses is to train trainers who will go on to be active in community
development, so participating in these courses is about far more than
getting PD certified! As local participants are prioritised, places
for international guests will be limited. Book now to confirm your
place in this unique learning experience.

The course is scheduled to run prior to the 9th International
Permaculture Convergence (IPC9) being held in Malawi, South Africa
and Zimbabwe in October 2009. Ugandan and East African graduates from
the course will be eligible for scholarships to attend IPC9, so that
they gain a broader and deeper knowledge of permaculture, establish
an active East African permaculture movement, and build mentor
relationships with members of the international permaculture
community.




Accreditation

The Permaculture Design Certificate course is an internationally
recognized, seventy-two hour course. This course provides an
introduction to permaculture design and is accredited by the Blue
Mountains Permaculture Institute. Successful completion of the course
entitles students to graduate with a Permaculture Design Certificate
(PDC). The PDC qualification serves as foundation for further
permaculture work and study and is a prerequisite for the Diploma in
Permaculture Design, offered through The Permaculture Institute.




Course Curriculum




The Permaculture Design Certificate course covers a broad range of
subjects to provide a comprehensive overview of permaculture
approaches, from basic principles to applied design.

Topics include:
        1.      Ethics/principles
        2.      Climates
        3.      Water
        4.      Soils
        5.      Plants
        6.      Earthworks
        7.      Windbreaks
        8.      Aquaculture
        9.      Patterns in Nature
        10.     Zones
        11.     Integrated Pest Management
        12.     Design for Disaster
        13.     Village and Community Design





Demonstrations, hands-on activities and site visits



The course has a strong practical work component and will include
activities such as plant propagation, seed saving, soil structure and
pH analysis, composting, pelleting, contour marking, swale
construction, compost toilet construction. Participants will also get
to visit local sites utilising permaculture principles including St
Jude's Organic Training Centre in Masaka.



Registration Details

COURSE FEE: TBC

FEE INCLUDES:

        *       Professional Permaculture teachers
        *       All course materials
        *       All field trips
        *       Practical permaculture fieldwork
        *       Hands-on design experience
        *       Meals
        *       Bedding and mosquito net (to remain onsite for future
use by the children at the home)
        *       Transport to and from airport and to and from course sites.

Pay the same price for the PDC qualification as you would in other
parts of the world, but know that your fee is subsidizing a local
Ugandan to undertake the course alongside you.

MAKING A BOOKING

To ensure your place please send a AUD$300 deposit with this
registration form. Course numbers are limited. You can make a booking
by email or by phone.

Discount
An AU$100 discount is available for registrations with full payment
received 3 months prior to the commencement of the course.

PAYMENT

We accept cheque, money order, or direct deposit payments.

Confirmation of booking

Once your registration (with deposit or full payment) has been
received, confirmation will be sent with a receipt and further
details about the course, including directions for making your way to
the course site and other on-the-ground details.

Cancellation policy

If for some reason you cannot make it to the course,
        *       60+ days cancellation a $100 administration fee will be 
charged
        *       45-59 days, 80% of the cost of the course will be refunded
        *       30-44 days: 60% of the cost of the course will be refunded.
        *       Less than 30 days: 50% of the cost of the course will
be refunded.
        *       If for some reason the course is cancelled, you will
receive at least 60 days notice and your full payment will be refunded
        *       Please note, we do not take responsibility for any
flight arrangements you have made. Please take out travel insurance.

COURSE ORGANISERS
                Children of Uganda
                Permaculture Across Borders
                Rosemary Morrow, Blue Mountains Permaculture
Institute, NSW Australia


CONTACTS
To register or for more information, please contact:
Amanda Cuyler (Australia)
Mob: + 61 409 286 477
amandacuyler@gmail.com
ugandapermaculture@gmail.com