Dates: July 28th until August 12, 2018
Location: Lachute, Quebec, Canada Cost: Sign up before April 15th to Save $100 on your tuition! Option 1: Supporting Student $1520 + tax Option 2: Standard Student $1220 + tax Option 3: *Sponsored Student $920 +tax *Sponsorship availability depends on Supporting students (food & accommodation included) |
COURSE CONTENT
Learn about...
>Patterns in nature >Ecological food systems >Soil biology and soil repair >Capturing carbon and other GHG in soils >No-till gardens/agriculture >Water management systems >Local economies >Observing and analyzing efficiency >Prevent droughts and floods >Alternative energy systems >Aquaculture and ecological fish farming The perks...
>Discover new world views >Make new friendships >Hone skills for your future >Become part of an active network >Enjoy music, fun, and laughs! |
COURSE CURRICULUM
Part 1: Permaculture Fundamentals
>Introduction, Ethics, History & principles >Concepts, Methods & Themes of Design >Pattern Observation Part 2: Understanding Ecosystems >Climates / Water Systems >Trees and their Energy Transactions >Soil Systems Part 3: Special Topics >Earthworks and Earth Resources >Aquaculture & Aquaponics Part 4: Specific Climates >Drylands / Cool Climates / Tropics Part 5: Global Strategies >Strategies for an Alternative Paradigm / >Final Design Project |