A weekend of Deep Ecology

Human identity exists at the intersection of the ancient cycles of air, water and soil. In spite of the pervasive illusion of separation, in reality no separation is possible between nature and ourselves. By acknowledging our interconnectedness we invite the spontaneous healing of the psyche. Using personal sharing, experiential deep ecology and creative exercises, we...

Resilience and Nutrition

With Kama Burwell and Ruth Cohen. Seasonal and local food, ferments, preserving. Maximise nutrition and cope with natural disasters. Taranaki Permaculture courses New Plymouth. Contact www.greenbridge.co.nz, or 022 081 6150.

Introduction to Biodynamics

Steiner House, Ellerslie, Auckland Thursday pm and Friday am. For home gardeners and small block holders. Led by Rachel Pomeroy and Colin Ross. Register via www.biodynamic.org.nz.

Lime Plaster Workshop

Natural Building Workshops Geraldine Register via www.soldesign.co.nz See also: Earthen Floor Workshop on 27–28 May  

Earthen Floor Workshop

Natural Building Workshops Geraldine Register via www.soldesign.co.nz   See also: Lime Plaster Workshop on 20–21 May

Seriously Sausages

Make sausages and salami from organic lamb, beef, pork and venison. By arrangement stay on to visit the Fielddays. Learn About Living Sustainably Workshops Tirau, Waikato www.LaLS.nz, 07 883 1898

Midwinter Foodie Weekend

Turn homegrown ingredients into a midwinter feast. Learn About Living Sustainably Workshops Tirau, Waikato www.LaLS.nz, 07 883 1898

Fermentation Workshop

Ferment vegetables; activate grain, seeds and nuts; prepare legumes and yummy family food using these techniques. Contact for workshop start time. KoruKai Herb Farm Workshops Banks Peninsula, www.korukai.co.nz, Also, see listing for Composting Workshop