permaculture design certificate Course
( PDC )
Experience how our permaculture system generates creative livelihoods of abundance.
Observe the dynamic interaction between landscape, climate, water, plants and animal species.
Become immersed in and learn about all aspects of a working permaculture system, from design to implementation.
Observe the dynamic interaction between landscape, climate, water, plants and animal species.
Become immersed in and learn about all aspects of a working permaculture system, from design to implementation.
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September 2018 to February 2019 6 Module PDC Course One weekend per month $1600 ---- or ---- $290 per module |
Soil & Earth building, syntrophic forest gardening, biochar culture, biogas production and design, swales and terracing, mushroom production in permaculture, nutrition and ferments, nutrient dense market gardening, alternative energy, biodynamics, compost, holistic animal integration and guidance for individual permaculture design palns.
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We will weave theory content together with observational learning out in the field and practical exercises
This course will give you an in-depth understanding of the science behind permaculture and how to observe, implement and manage a holistic permaculture system |
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This is an internationally accredited (through PiNZ)
72-hour permaculture design certificate course We run a farm that is both a model for permaculture and sustainable living as well us a functioning farm that supports our livelihood from the land |
Tutor
Klaus Lotz
Leading permaculture innovator with over thirty years of international
experience in consultancy, teaching and actively practicing permaculture
Assistant teachers: Josh Keegan, Vanessa Keegan, Matthew Dami
Course co-ordinator: Frida Keegan
Permaculture is about the interaction between elements. When the output of one element becomes the input of another, no waste is created and sustainability is achieved. It is the harmonious integration of landscape and people
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To gain your PDC, all 6 modules need to be completed. If you can not make it to one of the weekends, you can attend that module in the next block which runs directly after the previous block.
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We start with pattern and progress to detail.
Every module, therefore, contributes to your understanding and skills to complete your own permaculture design. |
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This course consists of six modules,
each will blend practical learning, observation, classroom-based study and mentorship. |
You will get a booklet containing lecture notes,
and lecture slides for each module |
4km from stunning Matapouri Beach
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Free camping available
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PermaDynamics PDC Syllabus
Saturday - Sunday
10am-5pm
We serve a fresh organic salad from our own market garden with sourdough bread for lunch and provide morning and afternoon tea for all the modules.
Saturday - Sunday
10am-5pm
We serve a fresh organic salad from our own market garden with sourdough bread for lunch and provide morning and afternoon tea for all the modules.
MODULE ONE
September 15th-16th
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Pattern
Theory & Principles of Permaculture Concepts & Themes of Design Systems Thinking & Methods of Design Pattern Understanding Zoning |
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Botany in Permaculture
Plant Identification & Interactions Families & Plant communities Nitrogen-Fixing species Succession Dynamic Seed Sources |
MODULE TWO
October 20th-21st
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FOOD PRODUCTION
Harvest of Organic Produce Fermentation Mushrooms in Permaculture Biodynamic Market Garden |
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SOIL
Compost & Biodynamics Soil Rehabilitation & Erosion Control Biochar & Terra preta |
MODULE THREE
November 17th-18th
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ECO-SYSTEMS & CLIMATES
Understanding Climate & Landscape Designing for Different Climates Windbreaks Food Forest Designs and Management Trees & Their Energy Transactions Weeds & Rampancy |
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EARTH & WATER
Water Harvesting & Management Earth Resources Swales Hügel beds Drought-Proofing Erosion Control |
MODULE FOUR
December 15th-16th
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HOLISTIC ANIMAL INTEGRATION
Ecological Pest Control Holistic Rotation Fodder Crops Dung Beetles |
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AQUACULTURE
Fertigation Ponds & Dams Riparian Strips Chinampas and Islas 3D ocean farming |
MODULE FIVE
January 19th-20th
January 19th-20th
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APPROPRIATE TECHNOLOGY
Biogas Systems Ecological House Design & Placement Energy Conservation Techniques Recycling & Waste Management Alternative Energy |
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ECOLOGICAL BUILDING DESIGN
Earth Building Structure & Facilities Green Houses Cellars |
MODULE SIX
February 16th-17th
February 16th-17th
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THE INVISIBLE STRUCTURE
Strategies of an Alternative Nation Co-operation and Resilience Careers in Permaculture |
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DESIGN
Site Analysis and Problem Solving Practical Design Exercises Final Design Presentation |
Matthew Priestley
PDC March - August 2018
PDC March - August 2018
Thank you all so much for sharing it with us! Joining you for the PDC over the last six months has been an inspiring and life changing journey. I feel as though I was searching for a long time to finally find this deeply spiritual and caring philosophy. It has been wonderful to share the last six months with such a great bunch of people. Your hospitality, kindness, and knowledge have no doubt touched all of us. I will have fond memories of the experience for the rest of my life. You have set me on a journey that I know will be filled with many wondrous experiences and much learning. Thank you for the inspiration and for sharing your amazing projects, achievements and knowledge. I couldn’t think of a better setting to learn about how to save ourselves, the world and have so much fun doing it!
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Gear list:
Gumboots/outdoor footwear, hat, sunglasses, note book and pens.
We will provide an information booklet and lecture notes and slides for each individual module.
Cancellation policy:
100% refunds on cancelations within 7 days of booking date.
80% refunds given outside of the 7 days from booking date.
No refunds given with less than 48 hours cancellation notice.
