Introduction to Permaculture
Várzea da Gonçala presents…..
A two-day course covering the essentials needed for an endlessly rewarding adventure.
This course has been specifically designed for people wishing to buy land upon which they intend to create a sustainable lifestyle. Whilst being a positive fulfilment of long-dreamt plans, this change of lifestyle can also seem quite daunting when you are suddenly having to recognise and accommodate your needs successfully. The subjects covered in the course include –
Land Observation and Evaluation - learning to "read" your landscape.
The Permaculture Perspective - an introduction to the principles and design methods of this holistic approach to sustainability.
Soil - how to assess and improve it.
Sustainable Living - developing self-sufficiency in food and energy
Greywater Systems - creating a constructed wetland treatment pond
Organic and Ecological Gardening - working with nature to produce....
Building with Natural Materials - adobe, strawbale, cordwood...
Land Design Skills – how to represent your ideas on paper.
This course will also provide the opportunity to meet other people in a similar situation and discuss issues with those who have been there, made the mistakes, and learnt from them! Hear their stories over a glass of wine or locally distilled medronho, bake a pizza in our traditional Portuguese bread-oven, and enjoy delicious vegetarian food prepared from our own organic produce (depending on the season).
Course fees - €120 each, including camping with hot/cold showers, and vegetarian cooking. Deposit required -please contact us for details. Accommodation available in house, tipi or camping.
Student numbers will be limited, to ensure you receive quality attention.
Why not combine this two day course with a property viewing visit or holiday?
We have excellent local beaches and beautiful countryside.
Dates and details of courses for 2012 will be published shortly.
Enquiries to: [email protected] or phone (00351)282995060 evenings.
This course has been specifically designed for people wishing to buy land upon which they intend to create a sustainable lifestyle. Whilst being a positive fulfilment of long-dreamt plans, this change of lifestyle can also seem quite daunting when you are suddenly having to recognise and accommodate your needs successfully. The subjects covered in the course include –
Land Observation and Evaluation - learning to "read" your landscape.
The Permaculture Perspective - an introduction to the principles and design methods of this holistic approach to sustainability.
Soil - how to assess and improve it.
Sustainable Living - developing self-sufficiency in food and energy
Greywater Systems - creating a constructed wetland treatment pond
Organic and Ecological Gardening - working with nature to produce....
Building with Natural Materials - adobe, strawbale, cordwood...
Land Design Skills – how to represent your ideas on paper.
This course will also provide the opportunity to meet other people in a similar situation and discuss issues with those who have been there, made the mistakes, and learnt from them! Hear their stories over a glass of wine or locally distilled medronho, bake a pizza in our traditional Portuguese bread-oven, and enjoy delicious vegetarian food prepared from our own organic produce (depending on the season).
Course fees - €120 each, including camping with hot/cold showers, and vegetarian cooking. Deposit required -please contact us for details. Accommodation available in house, tipi or camping.
Student numbers will be limited, to ensure you receive quality attention.
Why not combine this two day course with a property viewing visit or holiday?
We have excellent local beaches and beautiful countryside.
Dates and details of courses for 2012 will be published shortly.
Enquiries to: [email protected] or phone (00351)282995060 evenings.
