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Hugelkultur, is an advanced permaculture technique that utilizes decomposing wood to create self-sustaining raised garden beds. Hugelkultur beds can be built in various shapes and sizes, using a variety of wood materials, from twigs and branches to logs and even whole trees. The wood, buried under a layer of soil, acts "like a sponge to hold water," creating "parking spaces for water and nutrients," and reducing the need for irrigation. The decomposing wood attracts beneficial microorganisms and releases nutrients, resulting in a rich "soil on wood" environment that reduces or eliminates the need for fertilizers. Over time, the wood shrinks, creating air pockets, making hugelkultur beds "self-tilling". The decomposition process also slightly warms the soil in the first few years, extending the growing season. This technique, which works in diverse climates, allows gardeners to harness natural processes to create thriving, self-sufficient garden ecosystems, embodying permaculture principles

Dry outhouses offer a multitude of positive environmental impacts, aligning perfectly with the core principles of permaculture and sustainable living. Unlike conventional flush toilets that waste gallons of clean water and contribute to pollution, dry outhouses conserve water and prevent contamination. The "no pee" policy, combined with effective urine diversion systems, further minimizes the volume of waste and potential for groundwater pollution. The use of sawdust not only controls odors but also facilitates a dry composting process, essentially mummifying the waste over time and reducing it to poop-jerky after two years. This aged material is then safely used as a nutrient-rich fertilizer for "poop beast" trees like willows, poplars, and cottonwoods. This willow feeder system not only prevents harmful waste from entering the environment but also actively enriches the soil, promoting the growth of beneficial plants and trees. By avoiding chemical fertilizers and promoting natural decomposition, dry outhouses contribute to a healthier ecosystem, aligning with the HUSP (Horticulture of the United States of Pocahontas) concept that emphasizes sustainable land management practices. Furthermore, the absence of a water-intensive septic system eliminates the risk of leaks and contamination, safeguarding groundwater and promoting ecological balance. Therefore, dry outhouses offer a compelling example of how simple, well-designed systems can have a profound positive impact on the environment.

SKIP, or Skills to Inherit Property, is a free program designed to connect aspiring homesteaders, called "Skippers," with aging landowners, known as "Otisies," seeking successors for their properties. The program's core is a curriculum of over 1,400 practical projects, each referred to as a "Badge Bit" (BB). These BBs span a wide range of skills essential for sustainable living, including gardening, natural building, animal care, food preservation, and tool maintenance. Skippers choose and complete these BBs at their own pace, documenting their progress with pictures and videos as evidence of their skills and dedication. The program utilizes a tiered certification system. PEP (Permaculture Experience according to Paul) is the primary certification track within SKIP, with levels ranging from PEP1 to PEP4, representing increasing levels of expertise. Each PEP level requires the completion of a specific number of BBs, starting with approximately 80 BBs for PEP1. The documentation submitted for each BB is reviewed and verified by other members of the SKIP community. While the program encourages individual effort, tasks requiring assistance, such as lifting heavy objects, can be completed with help, but the Skipper must still perform the primary skill being assessed. SKIP is entirely free to participate in, and Skippers can engage with the program at their own pace and location.