To: "permaculture" <permaculture@franklin.oit.unc.edu>
Subject: Re: steep slopes; teosinte
Date: 4 Jun 2001 08:52:25 MDT
rick valley <bamboogrove@cmug.com> wrote:
>Working on too steep a slope is one of the most
common "pushing-the-limits" things I see people doing with earthworks.
But most seem to get away with it. The Lord looks out for 'em, I guess.
-Rick
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...until the predictable dynamics eventually result in pressure
release/slumping/landslide or other divine intervention with avoidable
damages. Probably best to keep safe with good, long-term design to start, and
"push-the limits" somewhere with a gentler risk/return ratio.
Which tangentially reminds me of genetic manipulation practiced with poor
design. One practical conscientious response for personal enjoyment and
if/when "genetic engineers" really screw up: