Backyard Permaculture Workshop [Saturday and Sunday, October 26 - 27th 9AM-5PM]
Backyard Permaculture Workshop [Saturday and Sunday, October 26 - 27th 9AM-5PM]
Embark on an enlightening journey with Stephanie from Puerto Rico at the Caribbean Agroforestry Institute for an intimate backyard permaculture workshop. Dive deep into sustainable gardening practices, learn about tropical agroforestry techniques, and discover how to transform your backyard into a thriving ecosystem. More details on Stephanie are below.
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Event Information:
Date- October 26th - 27th, 2024
Time- 9 AM to 5 PM with special after-event opportunities.
(reach out about camping opportunities)
Price- The early bird special- $250.00 for the entire weekend or $180 for one day.
$300 when you sign up in October.
Schedule:
Overview: This intensive workshop offers participants the opportunity to delve into the principles and practices of permaculture design with a focus on transforming backyard spaces into thriving ecosystems. Through hands-on activities, guided instruction, and collaborative design sessions, participants will gain the knowledge and skills to create sustainable, regenerative landscapes that produce food, support biodiversity, and enhance overall well-being. Day 1:
Session 1: Introduction to Permaculture
Overview of permaculture principles and ethics
Understanding the interconnectedness of elements in a design
Session 2: Site Analysis and Assessment
Techniques for observing and assessing backyard spaces
Identifying resources, constraints, and opportunities
Conducting a basic site analysis exercise
Session 3: Soil Health and Regeneration
Importance of soil health in permaculture design
Strategies for improving soil fertility and structure
Session 4: Design Principles and Strategies
Applying permaculture design principles to backyard landscapes
Introduction to design elements such as zones and sectors
Design exercise: Mapping out zones and sectors in participants' backyards
Day 2:
Session 5: Food Forests and Edible Landscapes
Introduction to food forests and perennial polycultures
Selecting and integrating edible plants into backyard designs
Designing guilds and companion planting arrangements
Session 6: Medicinal and Culinary Herbs
Exploring the benefits of growing medicinal and culinary herbs
Identifying and selecting herbs suitable for backyard cultivation
Designing herb gardens and incorporating them into overall designs
Session 7: Putting It All Together: Design Workshop
Hands-on design workshop with experienced permaculture designers
Individual and group design exercises tailored to participants' backyard spaces
Feedback and guidance from instructors on design concepts and implementation strategies
This syllabus is designed to provide participants with an introduction to the understanding of permaculture principles and practices, equipping them with the tools and inspiration to transform their own backyard spaces into vibrant, resilient ecosystems.
Potluck dinner on Friday!
A shared meal will be cooked by Chef Tim on Saturday!
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