This is a hands-on, experiential PDC. In teams, each student will create a design plan for an actual place with which they’ll get to interact throughout the course. We’ll get our hands dirty in the garden and forest, along with practicing all the measuring, mapping, and other skills for permaculture design. Additionally, we engage in group exercises and activities that go way beyond discussions. The course also includes lots of local field trips. Students get to see permaculture in action on many scales, including urban gardens, pristine forests, woodland farms, and an integrated homestead micro dairy. Everyone is invited to share their knowledge, ideas, questions, and wisdom throughout the class, fostering a strong sense of community.