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HANDS-ON PERMACULTURE
practical weekend workshop

next workshop date: early 2009
(date to be announced - Morag is currently on maternity leave)

info@crystalwaterscollege.org.au


A workshop for those who wish to get their hands in the earth &
learn about Permaculture by DOING IT!

WORKSHOP LEADERS
Morag Gamble and Evan Raymond, internationally experienced educators and designers

WORKSHOP ORGANISERS
SEED International at Crystal Waters College

VENUE
Crystal Waters Permaculture Village, QLD Australia (near Maleny)

This workshop is one of best ways to experience Crystal Waters for the first time, gain first-hand experience of permaculture in action, gain practical tools for implementing permaculture. These workshops are also suitable for Permaculture Design Course graduates who wish to refresh their knowledge.

During the workshop you will have the opportunity tož

learn about the concepts of permaculture design
enjoy a guided walk through Crystal Waters
build a no-dig vegie and herb garden
set up successful compost and worm systems
make organic liquid fertiliser
learn basic propagation and seed saving skills
create water-wise gardens
plan and build swales
create plant guilds
tend to fruit trees
experience life in a permaculture village
meet others interested in permaculture
share ideas and knowledge
relax in beautiful surrounds
go bushwalking and swimming
arrange to have a massage
meet the abundant wildlife and more.....
SAMPLE PROGRAM OUTLINE

DAY 1
Morning
Introduction to Crystal Waters
Introduction to Permaculture
Walking tour

Afternoon
Natural Soil improvement methods
Composting Worms Liquid Manures Mulching
Permaculture plant propagation

Evening Session
Permaculture Video and discussion

DAY 2
Morning
Permaculture Garden Design
Permaculture Garden practical
Integrated Pest Management

Afternoon
Water in the landscape
Marking contours and making swales
Creating and maintaining a food forest
Creating a native and bushfoods garden

We are also available to deliver customised workshop programmes in your area.

HOW TO REGISTER

To ensure your place, please send full payment with the registration form below Early registration is advised as course numbers are limited. You can make a booking by mail, by email, by fax or by phone.

ACCOMMODATION

A camping site or a bed in the bunkhouse is included in the workshop fee at the Crystal Waters Camping Ground. Toilets, hot showers and kitchenette available there. Please bring your own tent and linen. If you wish to upgrade to the guesthouse, B&B, or cabin accommodation a surcharge will apply.

MEALS

All meals will be vegetarian. Sometimes meat may be served as an option. If you have any food allergies, please inform us so that we can discuss how your food needs can be met.

COURSE FEE $295.

Please send a cheque or money order (in Australian Dollars) to the address below.
Please make cheque out to SEED International.

This includes
Experienced Permaculture teachers
Comprehensive course notes
All course materials
Camping site with hot shower/toilet facilities
Healthy and delicious meals and refreshments
The opportunity to stay in an award-winning Permaculture Village.
GST

Confirmation of booking
Once your payment has been received, confirmation will be sent with a receipt and further details about what to bring and directions to Crystal Waters.

Cancellation Fee
If for some reason you cannot make it to the workshop, a fee of $50 will be charged to cover administration costs up to two weeks prior to the commencement of the workshop and the balance will be refunded to you. Within 2 weeks of the workshop commencing however, a $100 cancellation fee will be charged.

If for some reason the workshop is cancelled, you will receive at least 2 weeks notice and your full payment will be refunded.

Please note, we do not take responsibility for any flight arrangements you have made. Please take out travel insurance.

REGISTRATION FORM

FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT US:

SEED International
50 Crystal Waters, Kilcoy Lane, Conondale, QLD 4552 Australia
ph/fax: +61 (0)7 5494 4833
info@SEEDinternational.com.au

Directors: Morag Gamble and Evan Raymond