Learn how permaculture design connects you with your landscape, creating a mutually beneficial relationship of food production, native plants, and energy-wise design. This is an opportunity to join in a permaculture designer’s consultation and assessment of a local backyard landscape, complete with design strategies and plant recommendations.

The workshop will begin with a presentation highlighting the relationship between homeowner and residential landscape, as seen through the unique “lens” of a permaculture designer. Then, we will lead a site tour from the designers’ perspective — discussing Gabor’s past and current goals, describing strategies that he has already implemented, and identifying what is and isn’t working. We will focus on alternative or complimentary design solutions that would help the landscape continue to thrive.

Broadfork Permaculture Design is a worker-owned cooperative landscaping company located here in the Pioneer Valley. The company focuses on edible landscapes and ecological design. Find them online at: www.broadfork.coop

Logistics:

The date for the workshop is March 29, Saturday, 2pm to 4pm, at 44 Beston street in Amherst.

As always, the workshop is free. Donations will support the work of Broadfork Permaculture. Suggested donation: $5 to $15.

Space is limited – please RSVP (send an email to gaborzol@gmail.com or call 413-253-9755) to ensure a spot.

Please be prepared for parts or all of the workshop to take place outside (weather related).