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32nd Annual Provender Alliance Educational Conference Community Food Security Coalition 12th Annual Conference Natural Products Expo East Natural Products Northwest Tilth Producers of Washington Annual Conference Organicology Natural Products Expo West 33rd Provender Alliance Annual Educational Conference Ecovillage and Permaculture Institute upcoming courses in sustainable living at Lost Valley Educational Center NEW! Eco-Homes: An Introduction to Ecological Building and Appropriate Technology Have you ever wondered how to create a home that is energy efficient, environmentally friendly and designed for both human comfort and integration into the natural surroundings? This three-week intensive offers a broad overview of the elements of home building and design with a focus on Permaculture principles. Participants will have direct involvement in hands-on practice sessions and ongoing building projects in various stages of construction. Find out more about appropriate technologies you could be using in your home today. Aug. 11 – 29, 2008 Ecovillage and Permaculture Certification Program Immerse yourself in ecovillage living while learning about sustainable agriculture, natural building, agro-forestry, creek restoration, bee keeping, mushroom cultivation, appropriate technology, non-violent communication, ecovillage design and implementation, earth-based crafts, and much more. Instructors: Rick Valley, Jude Hobbs, Marc Tobin, and many exciting guests. 8-week summer course: June 16 - Aug. 8, 2008 4-week fall course: Sept. 29 - Oct. 24, 2008 Students may be able to arrange to receive college credit at their home institutions for EPI courses. See our website for details. Learn more and register at www.lostvalley.org/EPI (541) 937-3351 x112, epcp@lostvalley.org Lost Valley is an intentional community and educational center located on 87 beautiful acres 18 miles southwest of Eugene, Oregon. There are forests, meadows, streams, and gardens on the land. Nearby attractions include old growth forests, hot springs, and mountains.
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