Sharon Joy

Earthworks and Rainwater Harvesting Implementation:
Hands On Practicum
July 23th – August 1st 2011 (10 Days)

Water is life. This is an excellent opportunity to learn and implement water harvesting strategies. The course will cover theory and practice of water harvesting & storage from a permaculture perspective including: key strategies for the tropics, calculations for and design of water harvesting systems, earthworks for water harvesting, and water use efficiency. The 10-day course includes approximately 3.5 days of theory and 6.5 days of practical application including swale and pond construction.

In addition participants will be involved in our ongoing project which include biochar and soil building, planting, pest management, and any other daily priorities we encounter in the development of our center. Be ready to get dirty daily!

Topics covered will include:

Permaculture Overview / Key Principles / Theory (3.5 days)
Water Strategies for the Tropics
Whole Property Design – Keyline Principles
Passive Rainwater harvesting
Calculating rainwater harvest potential – roofs & landscape
Wells for water harvest
Earthworks
Survey methods
Earthworks for rainwater harvesting – Swales & ponds
Roof capture & tank storage – first flush systems and tank material options
Water Use Efficiency
Home: Low flow fittings, Greywater re-use
Farm/Garden: Efficient water delivery Drip irrigation, tree tubes etc.
Soil protection – Mulch & shelterbelts

Practicum (6.5 days)
Reviewing and correcting for water harvesting challenges
Surveying for the swales & ponds
Swale & pond Construction
Managing machinery
Pond repair/construction
Revegetation Process



Price:
For Participants in our Shamanic Permaculture Course (July 5th -20th): $600

For Non Shamanic Permaculture Participants: $1000
(Previous Permaculture Design Course work is recommended but not required.)

Price includes: Food, transportation from the airport, lodging, instruction and one indigenous Medicine Ceremony


Indigenous Medicine Ceremonies:
There will be multiple opportunities for Shamanic Permaculture students to continue to work with the sacred plants of the Amazon and ceremonies of Ayahuasca and San Pedro during this time. One ceremony is included in the above price, additional ceremonies will be available for $50 per ceremony.

For more information on the sacred ceremonies visit our Shamanic Permaculture listing: http://www.planetpeoplepassion.com/?page_id=428


To Register Send the following registration form to info@paititi-institute.org
Download the Registration Form: http://www.planetpeoplepassion.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/SP_July_registration.pdf
Download the Travel Prep Info and FAQ: http://www.planetpeoplepassion.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/SP_July_TravelPrep.pdf

Shamanic Permaculture: Healing Our Inner And Outer Landscapes
July 5  - July 20, 2011
The Paititi Institute / 61 km outside of Iquitos, Peru

This 17 day intensive will impart practical tools on how we can live in a sustainable and harmonious relationship with nature while creating a supportive, self-sufficient and nurturing community around us. Weaving together the teachings of permaculture design and the indigenous shamans of the Peruvian Amazon rainforest, we will immerse ourselves into a deep exploration of nature and ways we can co-evolve and heal together.

The course will intertwine three main areas of exploration:

•PERMACULTURE CERTIFICATION: Designing sustainable communities in co-creation with nature. Participants will receive a Permaculture Design Certification upon completion of the course.

• NUTRITION & WELLNESS: Exploring the symbiotic relationship between nurturing the land and nurturing our own bodies and spirits. The course will incorporate daily yoga, meditation, chi gong, nutrition and more.

•PLANT MEDICINE & INDIGENOUS SHAMANIC HEALING OF THE AMAZON: An introduction into the magnificent realm of Mother Nature through indigenous initiation rites and sacred healing ceremonies while establishing intercultural bridges for seeing the emergence of awakened consciousness in all beings everywhere.

CHECK OUT SOME PHOTOS FROM PREVIOUS COURSES:
http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=28714&id=112233018786820

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For the full description and to register visit:
http://www.planetpeoplepassion.com/?page_id=428

Download the registration form:
http://www.planetpeoplepassion.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/SP_July_registration.pdf

Download the travel prep info and FAQ:
http://www.planetpeoplepassion.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/SP_July_TravelPrep.pdf

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Minimum Contribution:
$2200 (with three traditional ceremonies)
$2000 (w/out ceremonies)

Discounts:
10% early bird discount if registered in full by May 15th
15% student discount (early bird discount does not apply)
Couples and group discounts available
1/3 of the course contribution is due upon registration

Covers: Food, accommodation, permaculture course work, three ceremonies, and transportation to and from Iquitos airport. Airfare not included.

Questions: info@paititi-institute.org

Now is your last chance to register for our upcoming Permaculture Design Course in the Peruvian Amazon with the Paititi Institute...

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Permaculture Design & Shamanic Healing
Healing Our Inner and Outer Landscapes

WHERE: The Paititi Institute, Amazon Rainforest, Peru
WHEN: February 11th – 27th 2011
(next course June 22 – July 9th)

VIEW PHOTOS FROM OUR LAST COURSE >  http://www.flickr.com/photos/planetpeoplepassion/sets/72157624683361251/%0A

This 17 day intensive will impart practical tools on how we can live in a sustainable and harmonious relationship with nature while creating a supportive, self sufficient and nurturing community around us. Weaving the teachings of Permaculture Design and the Indigenous Shamans of the Peruvian Amazon Rainforest, we will immerse ourselves into a deep exploration of nature and how we can co-evolve and heal together.

The course will intertwine three main areas of exploration…
• Permaculture Certification: designing sustainable communities in co-creation with nature. Participants will receive a Permaculture Design Certification upon completion of the course.
• Nutrition & Wellness: Exploring the symbiotic relationship between nurturing the land and nurturing our own bodies and spirits. The course will incorporate daily yoga, meditation, chi gong, nutrition and more.
• Plant Medicine and Indigenous Shamanic Healing of the Amazon: An introduction into the magnificent realm of Mother Nature through the native indigenous initiation rites and sacred healing ceremonies while establishing intercultural bridges of seeing the emergence of awakened consciousness in all beings everywhere.

Read More >   http://www.planetpeoplepassion.com/?page_id=272

Download the Registration Form >   http://www.planetpeoplepassion.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/PDC_FEB_registration.pdf
Download the Travel Prep Info and FAQ >  http://www.planetpeoplepassion.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/TravelPrep_Feb_PDC.pdf

Questions email: info@Paititi-Institute.org
If you can’t make it this time, we will be holding this course again June 22 – June 9th

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The Paititi Institute, is dedicated to creating a space where we can live in symbiotic relationship within our inner and outer nature — building intercultural bridges for the healing of people and planet. In this space all can discover and implement a life lived under the light of the True Self.

The objective of the Permaculture Center at the Paititi Institute is to establish a Permaculture education and information base that will empower the community and provide a living model for sustainable agriculture alternatives to slash and burn practices, soil remediation, reforestation, effective use of water resources, recycling and waste management as well as preservation of indigenous traditions.