Are you interested in land care solutions that can be applied in urban areas for soil fertility, water conservation and climate change mitigation? Join us for an introduction to the basics of permaculture design and regenerative systems!
In this class, we will cover “permaculture principles” and how to apply them to create a more holistic and sustainable garden. We’ll discuss ways to create efficient and abundant landscapes that integrate human needs with the natural ecosystem.
We will explore:
Practical applications for permaculture ethics and principles
Techniques that can be applied in an urban environment
Ways to integrate natural patterns and ecology into living systems
How the ethics and principles are being applied at the Beacon Food Forest
This in-person class will include a conversational lecture, some group activities, and a tour of the Beacon Food Forest. Class size is limited to 20 participants, and we will be following current public health recommendations. Please dress for the weather.
*This workshop is part of an ongoing partnership in educational offerings with Beacon Food Forest and Tilth Alliance. The goal of these sessions is to focus on climate solutions that are creative and relevant in our urban communities.
Tickets are $35 with some sliding scale available
For Additional Class information and Registration click the link below
https://tilthalliance.org/event/intro-to-permaculture/
About the Instructors
Carey Thornton
Carey has been gardening and teaching classes with Tilth Alliance for over a decade, with expertise in organic gardening, food preservation and permaculture. She works at Rainier Beach Urban Farm & Wetlands, manages Tilth Alliance's community learning garden at Bradner Park, and has also worked as an educator for the Garden Hotline.
Asha Nelson
Asha Nelson is retired and currently volunteers with the Beacon Food Forest and Habitat for Humanity. She also volunteers on occasion with Rainier Beach Urban Farm & Wetlands, Bradner Gardens Park, and community food banks. She enjoys gardening and learning about all things related to gardening and permaculture. She completed a permaculture design course in 2021 and continues her studies in classes related to permaculture and gardening.