Permaculture Design Certification courses

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Permaculture is a holistic approach to land use design, based on ecological principles and patterns aiming to create stable, productive systems that provide for human needs, harmoniously integrating the land with people.

World-recognized, 72-hour certification courses covers sustainable living systems design for all landscapes and climates – with everything from food systems, water harvesting, waste cycling, home design, to climate care, and much more. Course produces ecological activists with design skills, and connects students to a global network of Permaculture contacts and projects. Graduates receive a Certificate in Permaculture Design, the foundation of further learning in this field.

Farm & Garden Apprenticeships

Application Process for 2012 is now closed.

Due to the overwhelming interest we've had for this program, we will be holding a series of weekend food production intensives in the spring and fall of 2012. Dates, and subjects TBA. If you are interested in being contacted about these programs, please email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it  for further information, and let us know your areas of interest.

In order to learn sustainable living skills, we suggest volunteering or working for your local CSA or local sustainable farmer/dairy/food growing concern. WOOFING can also be an invaluable learning experience. Use the keywords sustainable, and permaculture to refine your search. If the primitive skills sections of our apprenticeship interests you we suggest the Buckeye Gathering: http://www.buckeyegathering.net/, and other gatherings that promote skill sharing.

Thank you for your interest in sustainability and permaculture.

The Quail Springs farm and garden apprenticeship focuses on building soil, growing and preparing food, learning sustainable ways to harness energy, and build shelter, tending our watershed, and the wild lands that surround us, honoring ourselves and one another, and cultivating a clear vision of our ongoing ability to contribute to vibrant and sustainable systems wherever we are.

Activities include permaculture gardening, farming and earthworks, seed saving, plant propagation, livestock care, milking, cheese making, yogurt, etc., butchering (not required), bread making, food preparation using fresh local ingredients, preserving the harvest, non-profit administration, general chores and community care. We also offer special segments covering a range of areas from natural building and watershed stewardship, to carving, working with natural fibers, beekeeping, cooking in the earthen, and solar ovens, sacred hunting, hide tanning, candle making, intro to medicinal herbs, tincture making, and more.

6 - 8 apprentices are accepted per session. Early application is advised. 2012 sessions are now closed.

Natural Building Programs

Quail Springs Permaculture collaborates with various teachers and sites to offer natural building apprenticeships and workshops.  Please visit our events page to learn about current offerings, or contact info(at)quailsprings(dot)org to inquire further.

Sustainable Vocations

Visit www.sustainablevocations.org

Sustainable Vocations prepares youth (ages 15-24) for diverse leadership roles that integrate sustainability into their communities, and provides an experiential introduction to green vocations.

Students earn a Permaculture Design Certification (72 hour course)


Permaculture Design - Sustainable Living Skills - Leadership & Community Building - Renewable Energy (with NABCEP Certified instructor) - Green Building intro (with LEED Accredited Professional) & Natural Building - Environmental & Social Justice - Watershed Restoration - Localizing Food & Economy - Animal Husbandry - Rainwater Harvesting & Greywater Design - Green Jobs Preparation

SUSTAINABLE VOCATIONS COMMUNITY NETWORK

WE WOULD LIKE TO THANK OUR INITIAL SPONSORS
WE ARE INVITING NEW PARTNERSHIPS

Are you a Social/Eco Mission-Driven Business, Individual, or Foundation seeking to invest in healthy communities, economies, and a revitalized planet? Are you associated with a Youth Group, School, or Community Organization that would like to be involved with Sustainable Vocations? Please visit www.SustainableVocations.org to learn more!