Our time together will focus on deep observation, reflection and action during hands-on group design projects, workshops & discussions. Key elements of focus can include:

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• Introduction to Permaculture design and theory

• Pattern Literacy: Patterns in nature and design

• Natural Building Projects

• Soil Health

• Seed Stewardship

• Plant Guilds: Plant communities with purpose

• Medicinal Plants & Uses​

• Nature Awareness: Tuning in and awakening the senses to the natural world 

• Permaculture in cultural context with history, mythology & ancestral wisdom

  • Andean Cosmo Vision: Reciprocal living relationship with Pachamama

• Sacred Geometry: The nexus point between physics & mysticism

  • Special highlight - Chakana, a universal symbol for wholeness

• Art Making: Natural materials in folk art traditions

• Expressive Arts & Eco-Art Therapy: Balancing inner & outer landscapes to reestablish an aesthetic relationship with nature for healing, growth & creativity 

• Sustenance & Flavor: Local food traditions, food production & seasonal harvesting

• Social Systems & Community: Applying permaculture principles in the wider community

 

Please note, the exact course content may vary depending on weather conditions and needs and levels of the group.