About Us
South Shore Permaculture is an educational organization focused on teaching permaculture and building a community around shared values.
Land Acknowledgement
At South Shore Permaculture, we humbly acknowledge that we live, work, and gather on the traditional and unceded lands of the Wôpanâak (Wampanoag) people. For thousands of years, the Wampanoag and their ancestors have stewarded these lands, waters, and ecosystems with care, resilience, and deep reciprocity.
We honor their enduring connection to this place and their profound ecological knowledge, which inspire and guide our permaculture practices today. We also recognize the ongoing harm caused by colonization and its lasting impacts on Indigenous communities.
In the spirit of permaculture, which emphasizes relationships, regeneration, and repair, we are committed to learning from and supporting the sovereignty, culture, and well-being of Indigenous peoples. We invite our community to join us in building a more just and sustainable future, one rooted in respect for all beings and the land that sustains us.
To learn more about the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe and to donate to their organization, visit their website here.
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Our Mission
1. To spread the message of permaculture.
2. To build community.
3. To positively impact the environment both locally on the Southeastern coast of Massachusetts and globally.
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Our Vision
We envision a future where care for the earth and its inhabitants is the norm, where we consistently produce more than we consume, and where most people embrace an abundance mindset over one of scarcity.
Community Values
We strive for harmony within ourselves, with others, and with our environment, offering all beings kindness, respect, and care.
We embrace the idea that teaching and learning are interconnected, and we approach both with curiosity and humility.
We prioritize connection, knowing that strong, supportive relationships are the foundation of resilient, thriving communities.
We welcome diversity—in ideas, experiences, people, and opportunities to learn and grow together.
We honor every voice by practicing intentional listening & thoughtful communication to foster mutual understanding and connection.
We uphold the principles of collaboration over competition and regeneration over waste; releasing judgment, shame, and blame to make room for shared growth.
“There is something infinitely healing in the repeated refrains of nature – the assurance that dawn comes after night, and spring after winter.”
— Racheal Carson
Upcoming events
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Permaculture Design Course
Starting January 2026
Our signature Permaculture Design Course returns for a new round of students.
Join us for this incredible opportunity to learn from experienced teachers the tools and techniques to create abundant, regenerative landscapes and transform your local community.
“Taking a permaculture course through South Shore Permaculture has been a life-changing experience! I gained practical skills in sustainable living and learned how to work with nature to create resilient systems.”
— Edward Anthony, 2024 PDC Alumnus
