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

Lexington, Kentucky

Instructor Diane Jennings

http://www.disputantacob.com

Tuition

During this workshop we will learn how to build an earth friendly, lime mortared foundation, how to prepare the site, and and ‘learn by doing’ as we build a foundation:

- Gather Stones
- Prep Foundation Stones
- Slake Lime
- Make Lime Mortar
- Build Lime mortar foundation

Plenty of drinking water and a delicious vegan lunch will be provided, and chances are there will be some music in the air.

Lexington, Kentucky

Instructor Diane Jennings

http://www.disputantacob.com

During this workshop we will learn about the way an earthen mass oven works, how to choose the right ingredients for your cob, and ‘learn by doing’ as we build a cob oven:

- Lay firebricks
- Build a form
- Mix fire cob & regular cob
- Build cob layers of oven
- Build the door

Instructor: Eli Adadow of Ancient Earth

Tuition: $500

website: www.WildernessCollege.com

Location: The beautiful Alderleaf campus at 18715 299th Ave SE, Monroe, WA 98272

What you will learn: Design, foundations, walls, framing, roof systems, thermal performance, strength and integrity, use of local materials, and tricks for building fast, sturdy structures—the skills you will need to create your own earth bag structures

Earth bag structure uses: Homes, garden, tool and bike sheds, wine and root storage, play houses, emergency shelters, and more

Sustainability & self-reliance: These inexpensive, easy-to-build, beautiful buildings have offered self-empowerment and real solutions to sustainability and homelessness around the world.

Accommodations: Free tent or car camping available on site with access to running water, fire pit and bathroom. Limited room rentals may be available. Bare rooms (no furniture) rent for $15 per person per night.Includes bathroom and kitchen access. Local hotel information is available on our website.

Meals: Daily organic lunches (vegetarian options) are provided. Breakfast and dinner are on your own.

Cost & Discounts: $500 per person. 15% discount for extra adult family members Teens (13-17) may attend for $300 when accompanied by an adult.

More information:

Pre-registration required—register online or by phone. 360.793.8709

Visit our website for more information about this class and other Alderleaf programs for both wilderness skills and sustainable living. Space is limited. www.WildernessCollege.com

“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.

12+ site in and around Asheville

http://www.ashevillage.org

Tuition $1,850

ONLY 6 SEATS AVAILABLE. Inquire soon. Starts in August.

THIS PERMACULTURE APPRENTICESHIP offers a group of six participants the 72-hour Permaculture Design Certification 1 day per week, ENHANCED by field work 2 days per week at a variety of nurseries, edible parks, community gardens, and urban homesteads in the Asheville area.

DATES: August 10 – October 28, 2010, Tuesdays thru Thursdays; 10am-6pm.
LOCATION: 12+ sites in Asheville, NC
SPONSOR: The Ashevillage Institute

LEARN
• Become a Certified Permaculture Designer.
• Connect with veteran Permaculture practitioners.
• Get a broad sampling of local Permaculture hot spots.
• Explore your internal landscapes through Nature Connection, Yoga, and Meditation.
• Gain relevant field experience in: organic food production, soil building, nursery production, backyard chickens, aquaculture, fermentation, wild-crafting, edible forest gardening, rainwater catchment, grafting, primitive skills, natural building, and more.

SCHEDULE
• Tuesdays: Permaculture Design Certification class
• Wednesdays: Hands-on projects at the Ashevillage Institute
• Thursdays: Field work at 12 sites within the Asheville area
• Plus: 4-8 hours per week of extracurricular & homework

SPONSOR
The Ashevillage Institute is an eco-urban education center that promotes sustainable solutions in action. Ashevillage sponsors educational programs and is developing a demonstration site on a one-acre site. In the works are two naturally retrofitted houses; a 30,000 gallon, four-pond recirculating aquaculture system with seven kinds of fish and aquaponic greenhouse; integrated chicken coop; earthworks and hard-scaping for maximum water retention; chickens, bees, vermiculture and mushroom production; edible and medicinal landscape; and outdoor and indoor meeting space. The site is situated next to downtown Asheville, NC.

FACILITATORS
Brandy Hall is the main facilitator for the Permaculture Apprenticeship. She is the Site & Program Manager for the Ashevillage Institute. Brandy holds an MA in Contemplative Education and brings forth a love of nature and design to her work with Shades of Green, Inc, a small design/education firm. The apprenticeship will be enhanced by more than 12 guest teachers and site hosts including the bioregion’s premiere Permaculture practitioners who have a collective of over 200 years of experience!

FEE*
12-day Permaculture Design Certification: $1,200
24 days of site visits, field work & materials: $650
Food and lodging not included
TOTAL: $1,850
*10% of fee supports Kleiwerks International.

ACCOMMODATIONS
Housing is not included, although three spots are available for women at the Ashevillage Institute site for $250/month. Inquire within.

REGISTRATION & PAYMENT
• To register for the Permaculture Apprenticeship, send a $650 non-refundable deposit to: Ashevillage Institute, 80 Buchanan Avenue, Asheville, NC 28801. Please include your full name, phone, email, and address.
• The remainder of your payment ($1,200) is due by July 28th.
• All payments are NON-REFUNDABLE.

PAYMENT PLANS & WORK TRADES
Payment plans and minimal work trades are available; inquire within.

INFORMATION
For more details contact Brandy Hall at brandy@ashevillage.org or call 434.284.3057.