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Earthen Oven Building Workshop
June 15 - 16, 2013 Learn to build your own earthen bread and pizza oven using natural materials from your backyard. Using wood, stone, clay and straw, we will explore the entire construction process from foundation to roof. Class sessions will be comprised of hands-on construction, lecture, and presentations covering building fundamentals that include structure, moisture protection, materials selection, heating and insulation for the oven. We will spend an afternoon doing a training on how to cook pizza and other foods in previously built cob ovens. Join us and develop the skills you need to build your own small structure and feed your friends and family on fantastic baked goodies! Instructor: Sasha ... Read more
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Permaculture Design Course for International Development & Social Entrepreneurship
June 24 – July 7, 2013 Convened by Quail Springs Permaculture and True Nature Design Lead Instructors: Warren Brush with Quail Springs and True Nature Design and Joseph Lentunyoi of the Maasai people, Permaculture Research Institute of Kenya and Nyumbani Village Guest Instructors include: Jeremiah Kidd, Global Permaculture Designer and Educator Cathe’ Fish , Founder of Practical Permaculture Research Institute Tara Blasco, Co-Founder of Global Resource Alliance Loren Luyendyk, Co-Founder of Surfer’s Without Borders Alissa Sears, Global Betterment Director at Christie Communications Jeannette Acosta, Indigenous Permaculture Designer and Educator Brenton Kelly, Principle Farm Educator for Quail Springs Permaculture Tom Cole, Principle Agricultural Advisor with Save the Children Alexis Slutzky, Council Trainer View or Download INSTRUCTOR BIOS here “My learning journey at Quail ... Read more
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Sustainable Vocations
July 30 - August 18, 2013 A Sustainable Living, Leadership, Green Vocations and Permaculture Design Course for Young Changemakers (ages 15 to 25) Sustainable Vocations weaves science, economics, nature awareness, and social dynamics into a holistic training program that empowers students to create meaningful change. The synergy of practical and life skills equips participants with the tools and wisdom to enhance personal, ecological and community health. Graduates receive an internationally recognized Permaculture Design Certification. Permaculture Design – Sustainable Living Skills – Leadership & Community Building – Renewable Energy Intro – Green Building & Natural Building Intros – Environmental & Social Justice – Watershed Restoration ... Read more
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Hands-On Permaculture Design Course
October 27 - November 9, 2013 with Warren Brush (Quail Springs Permaculture, True Nature Design) with a team of Quail Springs' instructors and special guest speakers Immerse yourself in permaculture in action with this 14-day learning journey! Share in the joy of community learning together and changing the world. Take home the ability to design and apply natural principles to create stable and resilient systems that provide food, water, shelter and energy needs while regenerating ecology, community and economy. Hands-On Permaculture Design Certification Course (PDC) is sponsored by Quail Springs Permaculture, an internationally recognized permaculture education organization. The grassroots Permaculture movement promotes effective methodologies for attaining sustainability ... Read more
