An Introduction to Permaculture

Lonnie Gamble, assistant professor of sustainable living, Maharishi University of Management, will teach the principles of ecological design and the application of permaculture principles in two related sessions.

Gamble says, "the sustainability revolution, like the agricultural, scientific, industrial, and communications revolutions that preceded it, will change the relationship of people to nature and to each other."

This workshop will give you basic tools that you can use to start to make the sustainability shift in your life today. Permaculture is the design of human habitats that have the diversity, stability, and resilience of natural ecosystems — permaculture is functional design inspired by nature. 

Gamble will present “The Sustainability Revolution, Design, and Gardening: An Introduction to Permaculture,” beginning at 9 a.m. Saturday, April 25 in Alumni Recitation Hall Room 324.

Introductory session, 9 a.m. – noon.

The principles of ecological design and their application in the provision of energy, water, food, shelter, and city planning.

Advanced session 1–4 p.m.

Hands-on application of permaculture principles to growing food at home.

Registration is required. Contact Jan Graham by Wednesday, April 22 to register. Lunch will be provided to those that attend both sessions.

Sponsored by the Center for Prairie Studies.

Grinnell welcomes and encourages the participation of people with disabilities. You can request accommodations from the event sponsor or Conference Operations.