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P E R M A C U L T U R E D E S I G N C E R T I F I C A T E
Centro de Permacultura Tierra del Sol! 1
PDC
Tierra del Solis excited to offer a 2 week residential Permaculture Design
Certificate course with one of E u r o p e ’ s m o s t a c t i v e Permaculturists. This intensive course will empower you with the effective design solutions, skills and approach to create resilient, synergistic systems that are ecologically sound, economically profitable and meet your needs.
This course has a pre-set curriculum based on the broad and integrative content of Bill Mollison's Permaculture: A Designers Manual. During the course, we will touch on every major topic in the book, combining dynamic lecture-
storytelling and hands on practical/ demonstration exercises. We bring design into the course regularly, this is a design course and our experience shows that students who participate in a single final design at the end of a course, as is “traditional” often fail to fully grasp the design process coherently and comprehensively.
Seeing integration as key to all we do, we draw heavily on the work of Holistic Management® and Keyline Design® as well as other pioneering Regenerative Agriculture, Ecological and Social system designers.
This PDC course is facilitated by RICHARD PERKINS and is
internationally accredited by the
Permaculture Research Institute
(PRI) Australia (PRI Registered
Teacher No. 24) and the
Permaculture Association UK. This ensures you are you being trained by a personally vetted field trained professional, actively engaged in design and with recognized teaching skill. Richard has worked in every major climate zone across various countries and is engaged in teaching and design full time. You can progress to a Diploma upon successful completion of a certified PDC training.
C e n t r o d e P e r m a c u l t u r a T i e r r a d e l S o l
O a x a c a , C e n t r a l V a l l e y . M é x i c o
2nd - 14th March
2014
To secure a spot on the course you will need to pay a deposit. We work strictly on a first come first served basis, as our courses are usually oversubscribed.
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Internship pricing /
bookings
$ 1,100. usd
*$ 980. usd
*Early Bird
Discount (If paid before Dec. 10th)
Discounts
We do not offer discounted rates as our courses are designed to be low cost, however as part of our effort to
support people on lower incomes, we act as a Course Provider for Wethetrees.com a Permaculture Crowdsourcing site where you can create a campaign and raise the additional fees yourself. (You still need to pay the initial deposit to secure a space).
Contact
Please contact adriana(at)tierradelsol.org.mx for more info/ booking details...
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"I would 100% recommend this course to
anybody who wants to learn more about
Permaculture! It's delivered in such an
inspiring and knowledgeable way, that when
you finish the training you can't wait to put it all
into practice!" IP_PDC student, Sweden 2013
T H E C O U R S E I S L I M I T E D T O 2 5 P E O P L E
info(at)
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2! Centro de Permacultura Tierra del Sol
! Theory and principles of Permaculture.
! Methods of design.! Digital Design, CAD and GIS
systems.! Understanding patterns in nature.! Water harvesting and management.! Keyline Design.®! Designing water into landscape.! Drought-proofing.! Water harvesting and drought-
proofing.! Trees & their energy transactions.! Trees, water and energy cycling.! Forest Gardens and Agroforestry
Systems.! Eco-friendly house placement and
design.! Energy efficient architecture.! Bio Construction.! Energy conservation techniques.! Earthworks & their use in earth
repair.
! Soils, Composts, Bio Fertilizers.! Soil Microscopy.! Soil rehabilitation and erosion
control.! Organic food production.! Regenerative Livestock Management.! Holistic Management.®! Aquaculture.! Ecological pest control.! Climatic factors.! Strategies for urban and rural
settings.! Recycling and waste management.! Right livelihood.! Catastrophe preparedness and
prevention.! Money and finance.! Ethical investment.! Bio regional organization.! Effective working groups.! Community Building.! Decision Making.! Leadership Development.
! Designing for urban and rural situations.
! Creating a balanced soil food web.! Pattern Understanding.! Intensive annual and perennial food
and animal systems.! Orchard and food forest design.! System planning + integration.! Design for different biospheres:
tropics / drylands / cool climates! Appropriate technologies for future
communities.! Strategies for building healthy,
resilient communities.
Centro de Permacultura Ti e r r a d e l S o lOaxaca, Central Valley, Mexico.
You can read a more detailed schedule of our
course outline here
The course curriculum will cover:
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! Compost making.
! Compost Tea making.
! Soil microscopy.
! Bio Fertilizer preparations.
! Mulch Systems.
! Tool use & care.
! Surveying & mapping.
! Establishing gardens.
! Growing under cover.
! Grafting fruit trees.
! Taking/ preparing cuttings.
! Keyline® Plowing.
! Pasture Examination.
! Earth Resources Inspections.
! Tree preparation.
! Tree planting.
! Coppicing.
! Forest Garden planting.
! Growing Fungi.
! Bio Construction.
! Clay oven making.
! Pond construction.
! Preserving food.
! Bread baking.
Practical aspects of the courses:
Richard Perkins is one of Europe's most active Permaculture professionals, teaching and consulting
through every major climate zone on 4 continents. Highly regarded internationally as a Permaculture Design Course (PDC) teacher, Richard is certified by the!Permaculture Research Institute!of Australia and the Permaculture Association!of Great Britain. ! Taking a training with Richard will fast track your Permaculture learning; !many of Richards students from around the world are engaged full time in regenerative systems work, empowering communities!and impacting local agricultures via their own properties as well as community resilient developments.
Having studied up to MSc level (IESD- Gaia U), Richard holds a Diploma in Applied Permaculture Design (UK), HND Organic Crop Production (UK) and has studied extensively in the fields of Ecology, Anthropology and Sociology. !With years of experience in Organic crop production, integrative systems design and community development Richard is currently concentrating on teaching world class trainings from PDC courses to specialist & advanced trainings worldwide. ! Integrating !Keyline
Design!and!Holistic Management!principles into a cohesive and dynamic design framework, Richards' PDC trainings bring back the Design to Permaculture Design Courses. !
Richard !has worked on extensive system design and implementation from !small scale food production through to farm management, agroforestry to edible forest systems, water catchment, treatment and irrigation systems, business design and overhaul, edible landscaping to Keyline design, community building and empowerment,!natural building with adobe, cob, straw-bale, timber and bamboo in cool, cold and warm temperate, semi- arid, sub- tropical and wet tropical climates. !Integralpermanence ! collaborates with experts around the globe and is available for flexible and dynamic consultancy services. !Richard focus primarily on building soil, and place the highest emphasis on functionally interconnecting biological systems to regenerate ecosystems through profitable business enterprises that maintain very high quality of living.
Course Tutor
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About the site:
Tierra del Sol is a dry-climate Permaculture Center
located!in!the central valleys of Oaxaca, Mexico.
Target AudienceThis training is aimed to support anyone wishing to better understand how to approach integrated and holistic management of brittle landscapes. This training is especially suited to anyone wishing to actively participate in creating a positive post-carbon future.
There is no prerequisite for this training, and it is suited to people with experience in Permaculture and related fields as well as people who are completely new to allowing observable patterns in nature guide our interactions and disturbances on the landscape. The training will involve a dynamic combination of lecture- story telling, group design and practical demonstrations and sample site work.
What is Permaculture?“Permaculture consciously and intelligently integrates regenerative agricultural ecosystems with socially just environments to produce fulfilling, stable and ethically sound livelihoods through whole systems management. Reflecting natural patterns, flows and relationships, permaculture design functionally interconnects diverse elements in highly cooperative and mutually beneficial arrangements that display robust energy
efficiency and abundance of yield. The ethic of reinvesting surplus into natural and social forms of capital promotes care of all beings and the planetary systems.” Richard Perkins
Permaculture design is a system of assembling conceptual, material, and strategic components in a pattern which functions to benefit life in all its forms. The philosophy behind permaculture is one of working with, rather than against, nature; of protracted and thoughtful observation rather than protracted and thoughtless action; of looking at systems in all their functions, rather than asking only one yield of them; and allowing systems to demonstrate their own evolutions.
The project started in 2001 in a
2-hectare rural property with
the goal of establishing a
sustainable-living site adapted
to the drought conditions
prevailing in the!dry tropics.
The focus of the work at!Tierra
del Sol is to put into practice
methods of!regenerative
agriculture, natural building
and ecological restoration, and
to offer!a meeting point
where!groups and individuals
interested in proposals of self-
reliant and simple lifestyles can
share their knowledge and
experiences. We believe!that a
fertile soil, a healthy ecosystem
and the wisdom of the people
who work and care for the
land!are the most valuable
asset!!of any!country. We hope
Tierra del Sol will inspire the
young, as well as men and
women of all ages, to restore
and preserve this natural
wealth, and will contribute to
the creation of a sustainable
society.
"Richard displays a !wonderful didactic blend
of!charisma,!engagement, team-building,
empowerment and humility"... IP_PDC
Student, Belgium Mar 2013
Upon Successful completion of the
courses training participants will
receive a certificate from
Integralpermanence.
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What can you do to prepare for the internship?
We do think it is helpful to start
thinking about ecological
systems, and permaculture
design in advance. Read! Find a
book about design, organic
gardening, integrated systems,
ecology and solution- based
exploration of our world's
problems, etc. Any of these
subjects will provide you with
some context prior to the lessons
of the course.
What should I bring with me?
Bring what you need to be
comfortable. We will provide
delicious and nutritious food but
perhaps bring any special treats
that we may not be able to cater
for.
! Work clothes, which you are
happy to get dirty.! Non-work clothes (short sleeves
and shorts).! Flashlight / Head lamp.! Books- bring a few to show to
others.
! Towel and non toxic toiletries.! Sunscreen/ hat/ gloves, etc if
you need them.! Notebook and good pens for
taking notes.! Beginners Mind - be open to
learning from everyone present.! High quality chocolate (optional
but appreciated!).! Laptop/ external hard drive if
you like.! Maybe your favorite coffee.! A story/ Myth/ legend from
your local area...
If you have a specific piece of
property or ecological area that
you are primarily interested in
applying Permaculture principals
to, sit and observe it, map it, read
about it, and talk to others who
are working in similar
environments. Then, bring that
information with you to the
course. Google Earth locations
and clear aerial photographs/
maps are very useful in larger
designs. We may be able to use it
for a design project. Most of all,
be excited to learn and be ready
to soak up the information the
training and internship has to
offer!
While you're at the course...
The daily schedule is intensive,
yet dynamic and sense engaging.
We will have the middle Sunday
off for site visit/relaxation. To
receive a PDC certificate you are
required to fully participate in the
training days, evening sessions
are optional but very useful to
extend the days learning.
Session
NameTime Minutes
A 09:00 – 10:30 90
Break 10:30 – 11:00 30
B 11:00 – 12:30 90
Lunch 12:30 – 14:00 90
C 14:00 – 15:30 90
Break 15:30 – 16:00 30
D 16:00 – 17:30 90
EEvening
Session
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Why take your PDC
with
Integralpermanence?
Integralpermanence courses are
internationally accredited by the
Permaculture Research Institute
(PRI), Australia (PRI Registered
Teacher No. 24) and the
Permaculture Association UK.
This ensures you are you being
trained by a personally vetted
field trained professional, actively
engaged in design and with
recognized teaching skill. You
can progress to a Diploma upon
successful completion of a
certified PDC training.
Brings the DESIGN back into
the Permaculture Design Course
with multiple design exercises
throughout the course. Our
experience shows that students
engaging in multiple design
exercises synthesize the course
content much more effectively,
and produce more competent and
actionable designs. You can read a more detailed schedule of our course outline here
Teaches principle-based
Permaculture design, so you will
understand how to apply design
to any unique site you study,
regardless of the climate or
circumstance. How to approach
design is key to our trainings, and
our experience in every major
climate zone means we can
impart very broad and practical
knowledge and experience.
Works with world-class
practioners and teachers, whilst
Integralpermanence often run
solo trainings we also team up
with some of the best in the field
for PDC trainings. Past Co-
Teachers on IP_PDC courses can
be seen here.
Offers a clear and scientific
approach!to design.
Permaculture is a
design science;
metaphysics is not
included in our
curriculum, for good
reason. Students of all
backgrounds and religions are
fully welcome and respected.
Permaculture Design and
Regenerative Ag are our full
time passion We are committed
to regenerating soils, farms and
communities around the globe.
We run an extensive education
and consultancy service and have
designed in over a dozen
countries on 4 continents in every
major climate zone. Aside from
our busy teaching schedule we
have consulted for a variety of
projects and clients. We invest
our surplus into
furthering our
work. For
example in 2013
we have
imported the first Yeomans Plow
into Northern Europe and
acquired a digital enabled soil
microscopy unit.
Applies DESIGN to our course
format, as designers we just can’t
help ourselves. We are constantly
actively researching to bring you
the cutting edge of regenerative
design. As integrationalists our
course content is ever being
refined and updated for the
benefit of all.
Supports you after the training
with both personal and
professional experience in further
studies we can offer advice,
support and recommend further
learning opportunities for those
wishing to take design further.
We have acted as
mentors in
longer term
education
programs,
notably the 2 yr
Permaculture Diploma, as well as
run a wide variety of workshops
and trainings to students from
over 45 countries through all
climate zones.
People Care is woven into our
courses We live as a learning
community during the course
and we invest time and energy
into the People care aspect of our
courses to make sure you get the
most out of your experience.
"A deep dynamic well!of!hands!on
experience delivered with!the joy and
love that the!earth needs now..."!
IP_PDC student, Thailand, 2009
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IntegralpermanenceIntegrating !Keyline Design !and !Holistic Management !principles into a cohesive and
dynamic design framework, Richards' PDC trainings bring back the Design to Permaculture
Design Courses.
Included in your course fee:
The course fee is all inclusive of your stay at
Tierra del Sol, including food, etc.
We carry an extensive set of Digital
Resources and an extensive physical library
at our local trainings; bring an external
500gb hard drive!
Your course fee also includes links to further
resources on all subjects covered in this
course, reading lists and digital resources if
you bring a portable hard drive as well as
ongoing advice and assistance in questions
that might arise beyond the course
completion.
Internet
The wireless internet access will be on from
1pm to 4pm. This is provided for emails,
research, web browsing, and skype (or
similar), but it is not to be used for
downloading, i.e. movies, music, pictures,
and large files (small Word and PDFs are ok).
No internet assess will be provided for use in
the class room or the eating area. If you´ll be
using internet, bring your own laptop. Farm access to an office computer will not be
provided unless it is an emergency.
Travel Insurance
Is recommended that all our international
students have comprehensive travel
insurance for cancellation, medical expenses,
personal accident, personal baggage, money
and liability before traveling. Travel
insurance is relatively cheap and can be
purchased through a number of channels.
Please speak with your travel agent for
further details.
Accommodations
LODGEMENT IS INCLUDED in the price of
the course. There are Camping facilities, with
solar showers and composting toilets. You
should bring your camping equipment (tent,
sleeping bag).
We have shared rooms available
for the first 12 persons
who book the course!!!
Food
FOOD IS INCLUDED in the cost of tuition. Meals are fresh and healthy. We offer vegetarian meals and occasional meat meals.
We have a cooker during the internship who will be serving 3 meals a day. We ask you to wash your dishes and help cleaning the dinning area after each meal.
Please be aware that we provide catering
of all meals during teaching days. Free days during course are not catered for.
Please Note: We are only able to cater for
OvoLactoVegetarian options. If you have an alternative diet, you may need to supplement your diet with some of your own food during your stay.
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www.tierradelsol.org.mx
For further information for this course please contact
info(at)tierradelsol.org.mx
Code of conductIncoming students should be aware that although Tierra del Sol is
still within its development stage, we consider ourselves a serious
educational facility and as such we have a few policies in place. These
include:
! Care of the Earth.! Care of People.! We expect that all staff, volunteers, guests and students conduct
themselves in a cooperative manner and show respect to others.! Tierra del Sol is a DRUG and ALCOHOL free zone.! We expect everyone to dress modestly. As with most other
educational institutions, clothing with foul language or obscene
images, tank tops or muscle shirts and mini-skirts are not
acceptable.! At no stage are guests or students allowed to operate any of the
equipment on site unless directed by Tierra del Sol staff.! No pets.
If you need clarification on any of these policies please do not hesitate
to ask.
Refund PolicyUnless otherwise stated, as long as you notify us at
least 25 days prior to the commencement of the course,
Tierra del Sol will refund your course fee, less an
administration fee of $200.usd (or local currency
equivalent). !Alternatively we can credit the full
amount towards any future course.!
If you notify us of your need to cancel within 25 days
of your course commencement, your payment is not
refundable. You can however transfer your ticket to
another name for that same course, and let us know or
potentially join a later course.
In the unlikely event that we are forced to cancel a
course you will promptly receive a full refund. !Tierra
del Sol is not liable for travel arrangements/ expenses
in the rare event of a course being cancelled, so please
consider this before confirming travel.
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Directions to Tierra del Sol, Permaculture Center
La granja se ubica 20 kms al este de la Ciudad de Oaxaca, en las afueras de la población de Tlacochahuaya.
Saliendo de la Cd. de Oaxaca en automóvil tomas la carretera panamericana 190 hacia el este, rumbo a Mitla.
Aproximadamente a 20 kms encontrarás a mano derecha la salida a Tlacochahuaya; tomas esa salida que te llevará
hacia el sur por una carretera muy recta.
Justo antes de la única curva de esa carretera, antes de entrar al pueblo, verás un camino ancho de terracería a tu
izquierda, también muy recto. Lo tomas y a partir de este punto sigues una regla muy sencilla: vas a encontrar 4
entronques… los dos primeros viras a la derecha y los dos restantes a la izquierda….eso te lleva a las puertas de la
granja.
En transporte público puedes tomar el autobús a Tlacochahuaya en el parque de beisbol de la ciudad de Oaxaca. Te
bajas en la plaza principal del pueblo y de ahí tomas un moto-taxi que te trae a la granja en menos de 10 minutos.
Centro de Permacultura Tierra del Sol
Pablo Ruiz y Adriana Guzmán
Paraje Langueche
Pozo 7 Bis
Tlacochahuaya, Oaxaca
Central Valley, Mexico.
www.tierradelsol.org.mx
info(at)tierradelsol.org.mx
+52 (951) 128.4939