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Crow, OR, Strawflake, Cob and Plasters

Micah Camp Natural Building Services — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 17:22:00 +0000

August 14, 2010

August 15, 2010

Crow, OR

Natural Building Weekend Workshops

Crow, OR (18 min from Eugene)

Aug. 14 & 15, 2010

The first weekend includes 2 full days of learning and developing Natural Building skills in a hands-on setting, working on a real building!

We will cover: -Structural cob and cob infill techniques
-Straw-flake infill for insulation
-Earthen architecture forms and details

Aug. 21 & 22, 2010

The second weekend can be taken alone but we highly recommend that you attend the first weekend session.

We will cover: -Earthen plasters
-Limewash finishes
-sculptural details

Cost for either workshop is $150, with a $50 discount if you take the first weekend class ($250 for both). Couples attending either/both classes will receive a %10 discount! There are 10 spaces available, please register by Aug 5th.

We provide: -tools and materials
-lunch on each day
-bathroom facilities, water, etc
-camping is available for $10 a night per person
-a ride to/from bus stop if needed.

Please leave a message for Micah at 541-844-6071

Central KY- Disputanta Cob: Introduction to Cob & Natural Plasters

Disputanta Cob — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 22:41:03 +0000

September 4, 2010

September 5, 2010

“Introduction to Cob & Natural Plasters”

Learn to Build Load Bearing Cob Walls

Sculpt Niches and Build Furniture

Work with Natural Plasters & Pigments

$189 includes registration, camping & meals. Children

10 & under half price. $118 – 30 days advance pay.

Building cob walls

During this part of the workshop we will learn how to build cob walls strong enough to set your roof on, including building a sleeping loft, setting beams and rafters in cob for a roof, and ‘learn by doing’ as we:

- Choose materials and mix cob

- Build a lintel over the door

- Set plate & floor joists for loft

- Build loft floor

Sculptural cob

During this part of the workshop we will learn how to sculpt and trim, as well as use cob to build furniture, including building a couch, a bench for a breakfast nook, and ‘learn by doing’ as we:

- Mix corbel cob

- Cantilever furniture seats

- Work with niches to create bookshelves

- Create sculptures in the walls

Natural Plaster

Working with natural plasters is perhaps the most rewarding aspect of creating an earthen structure. It is the dessert after the main course of building with cob. We will be working with natural mineral pigments to create various colors and effects.

www.DisputantaCob.com to register

Salt Spring Island, BC : Elke Cole-Cob Wokshop

Elke Cole — Sun, 04 Jul 2010 10:16:28 +0000

August 19, 2010 7:00 am

August 22, 2010 7:00 am

Salt Spring Island, BC

Instructor Elke Cole

http://elkecole.com/cob_workshop_salt_spring.html

Participants of the workshop will experience full days of learning and exploring different skills. We pay attention to your well-being by taking breaks when needed, offering yoga sessions and delicious food.
We will be building a load bearing cob house in a seismic zone- that makes for some interesting learning.

Natural Building Work Trade in NC

Danielle Acres — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 17:00:12 +0000

July 1, 2010

July 31, 2010

Start Date: as soon as you want…

Silk Hope, NC

Instructor Danielle Acres

danielleacres@gmail.com

http://earthenacres.wordpress.com/

I am looking for an intern who will work alongside me on the construction of a small 2 story cob cottage. The foundation is complete and as the work on the walls begins there is the opportunity for in depth learning about cob building as we build up the walls, incorporate windows, seating, shelving, cantilevered stairs, second story flooring, a small balcony, and then build a living roof. Meals and campsite will be provided in exchange for 25 hours of work each week.

Also, if there is an interest in learning about human scale organic vegetable production, perennial gardening systems, or wild edible and mushroom foraging, there is plenty of that going on here that you can take part in. There are also plans in the works for other building projects, as we will be building an outdoor kitchen and an outhouse. So if you have a passion for natural building there are opportunities here for learning/experimentation.

Contact me to learn more and chat about building!

Earthbag & Cob Farm Stand, Troutdale, OR

Earthen Hand — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 16:42:32 +0000

July 18, 2010

July 23, 2010

Start / End Date July 18th – July 23rd

Squirrel Farm, Troutdale, OR

Instructor Scott Howard

http://www.earthenhand.com

Taught by Scott Howard and friends. Learn all phases of Earthbag and Cob construction including: design, foundations, walls, windows & doors, loft, and eco-roof. Take both workshops to get all the information. This earthbag and cob stand will create a place for Squirrel Farm to sell produce.

View squirrelfarm.org to read about the farm.

Tuition = $700 includes all meals, camping, indoor showers and bathroom.

Preregistration is required. To Register, Email: workshops@earthenhand.com. And send $200 non-refundable deposit to Earthen Hand Natural Building 3333 NE 15th Ave, Portland, OR, 97212

Cob Farm House – Full-size and Permitted, Sequim, Washington

Earthen Hand — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 16:40:18 +0000

July 24, 2010	to	July 29, 2010
August 24, 2010	to	August 29, 2010

Sequim, Washington

Instructor Scott Howard

http://www.earthenhand.com

Taught by Scott Howard and friends. Learn all phases of Cob house construction including: design, permitting, foundations, walls, windows & doors, loft, and eco-roof. Take both workshops to get all the information.

Tuition = $900 for each workshop, or $1600 for both. Includes meals and camping.

Preregistration is required. To Register, Email: workshops@earthenhand.com. And send $200 per workshop non-refundable deposit to Earthen Hand Natural Building 3333 NE 15th Ave, Portland, OR, 97212