Permaculture is about whole systems, not about separate components. Paying attention to all details — from topography, climate, and water to the waste stream, plants, and animals — enables us to make best use of what is already on the ground and what we intend to put there. With a dynamic interaction of elements in process and an assessment of both spatial and temporal attributes–organized around sound ecological principles– we can maximize yields and balance the landscape.
This workshop will explore the practice of Permaculture as it pertains to sustainable land use design based on ecological and biological principles, and often using patterns that occur in nature to maximize effect while minimizing wasted energy.
Topics of this two-day intensive study of Permaculture include:
- Permaculture Ethics and Principles
- The Local Ecosystem
- Planning the homestead
- Pattern Understanding
- Concepts, Themes, and Methods of Design
- Water, Soils, Earth-Working, and Earth Resources
- Gardening and Farming Systems
- Plants and Trees
- Healthy Use of Animals in Permaculture Systems
- Plants and Trees and Their Energy Interactions
- Climate and Micro-Climate
- Soils, Aquaculture, and Aquaponics
- Invisible Structures
About the Instructor
Wayne Weiseman is certified by The Permaculture Institute of Australia as an instructor of the Permaculture Design Certificate Course. He is also certified by the American Institute of Architecture and the American Society of Landscape Architects to teach continuing education in Permaculture. He has worked as a builder and contractor, herbalist, renewable energy expert and farmer for 25 years. For many years he managed a land-based, self-reliant community project combining organic crop/food production, ecologically built shelter and renewable energy. Learn more about Wayne Weiseman and his work at www.permacultureproject.com.
Registration
Pre-registration is required by March 2, 2012. This is a two-day intensive workshop. Participants should bring a bagged lunch each day. Coffee, tea, and refreshments will be provided.
For questions regarding this training and scholarships, and translation services for our programs, please email Molly Meehan or call 301-283-2113 ext. 32.
