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Calif. State University Permaculure Design Course
Title: Calif. State University Permaculure Design
Course
SPECIAL OFFERINGS IN EXTENDED EDUCATION
For enrollment, to request a catalog or further information,
please contact the
Extended Education office at (805-756-2053)
Things are blossoming at the Student Farm - Hope to see you there
this summer!
Hunter Francis
Program Coordinator
Sustainable Agriculture Resource Center
Cal Poly State University, SLO
(805)756-5086
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Traditional Wisdom for Health and Healing
Instructor: Craig Lane, Certified Nutritionist and
Herbalist
Dates: Tuesday evenings - July 10, 17 and 24.
6:00 – 8:30 p.m.
This three-part series will cover the basics in health and healing
from a
traditional healing arts perspective. Insightful theories on
healing from
ancient China and India (Oriental philosophy) will be
emphasized. Students
will learn practical ideas for devising a dietary plan (based on
natural foods)
suitable for their needs as well as culinary tips for preparing
healthful,
balanced meals. The Student Farm will provide the opportunity
for students to
witness first-hand the cultivation of many of the foods and herbs
discussed.
Fee: Three part series, $75. Individual Class,
$35.
Market Gardening
Instructor: Dr. Stephen Moore, Biodynamic Farmer / Bio-Ag
Consultant
Dates: Saturday mornings – July 14, 21, 28, August 4 and
11. 9:00 a.m. –
12:00 noon
This five-part class will present and explore a variety of profitable
growing
methods and marketing alternatives for large-scale gardeners and
small
farmers. Special emphasis will be placed on Biodynamic growing
methods and
design and implementation of community supported (CSA) marketing
programs.
Hands-on methods will be explored on the Student Farm site.
Fee: Five part series, $125.
PERMACULTURE DESIGN
SERIES
Instructor: Larry Santoyo, Ecological Designer /
Land Use Planner
Dates: Six weekend sessions. Saturdays and
Sundays, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m July 21/22 and
28/29, August 11/12 and 18/19 and September 1/2 and
8/9
Permaculture is a practical design process modeled on balanced
ecosystems.
This holistic approach to harmonizing human activity with the
natural
environment has been used successfully to enhance air and water
quality,
increase food production, minimize waste, promote biodiversity and
strengthen
community relationships. Through both instructor presentations
and hands-on
projects, students in this 12 session series will learn to interpret
“patterns
in nature” and to apply them with insight and creativity at home,
at work and
in their communities. This course will benefit all people
interested in
sustainable living practices.
Fee: Series, $480. Per class, $50.
State and Federal Organic Certification Requirements
Instructor: Dr. Joseph Montecalvo, Cal Poly Professor of
Food Science and
Nutrition
Dates: Thursday – Saturday, August
23-25. 8:00 am. – 5:00 pm.
This course will focus on requirements for organic certification for
farms and
food and wine processing operations, including the inspection
process and
fees. Information regarding state and regional organic
certifying companies
and agencies will be provided. Models of existing certified
farms and
companies will be reviewed. Legal requirements will be
discussed. A field
trip to certified farms or processing companies will be required.
Fee: Series, $325.
For enrollment and detailed information (including CEU
possibilities), please
contact: Cal Poly Extended Education
www.extendededucation.calpoly.edu
756-2053