[Sdpg] March events-Peace & Permaculture

[San Diego Economic Conversion & Permaculture Center]

Dear Friends of the San Diego Economic Conversion & Permaculture Center,

Just a short note to invite you to participate in two upcoming events:

Saturday, March 20 - Global Day of Protest:  "The World STILL Says No to War!"
Join the San Diego march starting at 1pm at three locations and converging
for a rally at 6th and Laurel in Balboa Park.  The three locations are
Federal Building (Front & Broadway), City College (Park Blvd), and the
fountain in front of Space Theatre in Balboa Park).
For info:  San Diego Coaltion for Peace & Justice, (619) 263-9301 or
www.sdcpj.org

Saturday, March 27 - FOOD FORESTRY -A Hands On Workshop presented by Open
Circle LLC and The Center of Natural Design.  I learned about Permaculture
from one of the presenters, Larry Santoyo, and I highly recommend his
workshops!  Learn how to live sustainably and reduce our dependence on oil!
This workshop was cancelled last month due to rain, but they expect to
begin offering programs on a regular basis.  Starts at  10:00am to 5:00pm,
De Luz Heights, California (N. San Diego County). Registration &
Information: info at earthflow.com  805.528.3763  (more details below)

Peace,
Marcia Boruta
(619) 255-6111

------details on Food Forestry Workshop-----

FOOD FORESTRY -A Hands On Workshop
Presented by Open Circle LLC and The Center of Natural Design...

March 27th, 2004 10:00am - 5:00pm
De Luz Heights, California (N. San Diego County)

Registration & Information:
info at earthflow.com  805.528.3763

Learn about the hundreds of varieties of temperate, tropical and
subtropical fruits, as well as, timber, fiber and medicinal crops
growing on this Southern California treasure...

A unique opportunity to explore one of the most mature food forest
ecosystems on the west coast, with Premier Food Forester, Jerry Price
and renowned Permaculture Designer, Larry Santoyo...

Food Forestry Workshop includes:
* READING THE PATTERNS OF THE LANDSCAPE
        Site Planning; Deciding where to plant and why...
        Species Selection; Deciding what to plant and when...
        Understory; Plant guilds and companions
* TREE CARE
        Art and Science of Tree Pruning
        Maintaining Optimal Health
        Maximizing Fruit Production
* EARTH STEWARDSHIP
        Erosion Control
        Water Harvesting
        Earth Works
* FRUIT TASTING & MORE

Space is Limited -Pre-Registration Required...
Cost: $28 Suggested Donation (no one will be turned away for lack of funds)

Bring: Friends, Bag Lunch, Pruning tools, Water bottle, Gloves,
Sturdy Footwear.

Stay for Campfire and Potluck Dinner...
Camping available by prior arrangement.

Rain will cancel

RSVP for Directions and Registration Information 805.528.3763


UPCOMING WORKSHOPS at OPEN CIRCLE:
The teaching team of The Center of Natural Design is among the
world's most experienced groups of Permaculture Designers and
Teachers.  Guest lecturers include internationally acclaimed
educators and leaders in the world-wide sustainability movement.

More Food Forestry...
Pond Building and Maintenance...
Irrigation Systems for Food Forests...
Micro-Housing...

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