Class 3 notes by Amy N. It usually takes a few days for everything from class to sink in and see it begin to integrate into my life.  Today (three days after our class) was one of those days where I was given the chance to experience and explain a little bit about the course [...]...

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Class 3 notes by Carmen L. Our third PDC class began with the Elm Dance, a moment of silence to honor people’s historian Howard Zinn, expressions of gratitude to the 5 elements (air, fire, water, earth & spirit), song and re-introductions. We learned David Holmgren’s 12 permaculture principl...

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Class 3 notes by Ron S. A lot of information today.  First, Holmgren’s Principles.  Ok, it’s been a while since I was in school, but I think I need flash cards to randomly look at during my days.  I think that I may try and pick the definitions I can assimilate best from each of the [...

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Class 3 notes by Trisha C. David Holmgren, a student of Bill Mollison’s, and still-active permaculture designer, has also tried his hand at defining the essential principles of permaculture. Holmgren’s principles are much more abstract and philosophical. Where Mollison’s are specific and tailo...

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