In these times of concern for stability of our bioregion and ecological health of our planet, permaculture offers an opportunity to pair the cultivation of food and medicine with environmental stewardship. Here we enhance biodiversity, increase carbon storage in our soils, rehydrate the landscape, and provide for wildlife and pollinators. We can enhance the diversity of our diets while preserving heirloom varieties, save money, and decreasing our reliance on large scale monocrop agribusiness.
In this workshop, we will:
explore an overview of permaculture concepts
look at various scales of demonstration sites, from the home scale to public spaces
examine how intentionally designed spaces can enhance ecological function while also providing joy and connection for the extended community.
This virtual class will feature a live, interactive presentation with group activities, and time for questions and answers with the instructor. We will be using Zoom for this class, which you can use on your computer or phone.
*This workshop is part of a Permaculture Speaker Series hosted by the Beacon Food Forest and Tilth Alliance. The goal of this series is to focus on climate solutions that are creative and relevant in our urban communities. Learn more about the exciting lineup of speakers and the topics they'll be sharing here.
About the Instructor: Marisha Auerbach is an internationally recognized permaculture educator, designer, and speaker based in Portland, OR. Marisha has lived and practiced permaculture in both urban and rural environments. As an avid gardener and herbalist, Marisha specializes in food production, ecology, and useful plants. Marisha believes that it is possible to respond to the current environmental challenges, lower our ecological footprint, and continue to live equally delightful lives through permaculture design. This passion is what drives Marisha's active teaching schedule throughout the year.
Location – Live Virtual Class using Zoom
Tickets are $45 with some sliding scale available
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