For anyone who would like more ideas, technical help, etc. with their operation in Washington State but can't afford to hire a permaculture designer, here is an opportunity. NRCS WA is offering free whole-property conservation planning. This opportunity is being piloted by NRCS WA to see what level of demand is out there for this kind of assistance. See link below for more information, or stop by your local USDA service center.
Application period is January 1 - March 30, 2015.
http://www.nrcs.usda.gov/wps/portal/nrcs/main/wa/technical/cp/
