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Fundamentals of Design | An Immersive Permaculture Weekend


  • Fowl Play Farm 370 Summer Street Duxbury, MA, 02332 United States (map)

Immerse yourself in the world of permaculture with our introductory weekend workshop, guided by experienced designers Todd Breitenstein, Brett Sovick, and Jessica Fox. This workshop is curated to provide you with a basic understanding of permaculture principles and practical skills. This workshop is also an opportunity to cultivate community with like-minded locals. 

Expect a weekend full of interactive learning, hands-on activities, and community-building exercises. You’ll delve into site analysis, design methodologies, mapping techniques, and pattern recognition. You’ll enjoy two delicious, locally sourced lunches prepared by professional chef Jessica Fox. You’ll have the opportunity to bond with fellow participants over nourishing food and meaningful conversations. Saturday evening will be spent around the campfire, sharing stories and deepening our connection to each other and the land.

This weekend was designed for you if you are:

  • Considering a permaculture design certification [PDC] but are undecided

  • Wanting to see permaculture design principles in action

  • Looking for land to build a homestead

  • Interested in transforming “unusable” land

  • Yearning to connect with permaculture-minded individuals in our community 

What to Expect:

  • Interactive Learning: Engage in hands-on activities and practical exercises.

  • Comprehensive Curriculum: Understand the basics of permaculture, site analysis, design methodologies, observational skills, and pattern recognition.

  • Practical Skills: Learn mapping and surveying techniques, and participate in a design creation workshop.

  • Community Experience: Share communal meals, an evening campfire, and connect with like-minded individuals.

The price for this workshop is $449. We’re running a FLASH SALEsign up before 4/30 and save $50! Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to deepen your connection with nature and learn valuable skills for a sustainable lifestyle with our growing community! 

PLUS if you decide you love it (which we believe you will!) and want to pursue your Permaculture Design Certification with us, you’ll receive $200 off your PDC tuition! This will be our fourth PDC and we’re so excited! More information on that coming soon…

Those who’ve registered will receive a list of materials they should bring before the event. For more information about camping, please contact Jessica at Jessica@SouthShorePermaculture.com.

Help us build a more resilient and productive ecosystem here on the South Shore. With the help of our community, our little corner of the world will thrive for generations to come!

Registration closes on July 19th — please make sure you sign up ASAP!

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