This Course has ended. Please click here to see current Courses. or click here to browse our interactive map. Course website http://tirnanogmayo.com Dates and times 11 Mar 17 More info This course is suitable for anyone with an interest in Permaculture, and how you can apply it to marginal land to create sustainable abundance. No prior permaculture or gardening knowledge is required for this course. Please note, this is a very out-door, practical course! Bring boots, wellies, and warm, waterproof clothing (just in case!). Expect at least 75% hands-on learning in the garden. Cost 100 euro for the weekend including hot hearty lunches Course summary 2 Day Introduction to Permaculture Course, focusing on creative solutions for the kind of marginal land and environment we have here in the West of Ireland (you know, over a metre of rain a year, acid soil... windy!). The course is based around practical activities supported by short, focused theoretical sessions to help you gain a good understanding of how to apply permaculture to our unique climate and landscape. A hands on, Action-led, ‘Perma-blitz’ style workshop where you will learn about Permaculture; the ethics and principles of Permaculture Design, how to approach laying out a site, and practical applications onsite including: Wind and Water management (how to design wind breaks and swales), Introduction to Food Forests, Extending the growing seasons, Composting Systems, Polycultures and Guilds, and no-dig gardening. Hannah Mole Apprentice teachers No apprentice teacher places available on this course Course type Introduction to Permaculture Engagement style Face to face Course contact email [email protected] Contact name Claire Share this course Copied to clipboard