WHAT IS PERMACULTURE?

Permaculture is a system of checks-and-balances which are comprised of ethics and design principles to guide humanity along a path of generational prosperity of the mind, body and soul, naturally. 

Earth Care- Our forests and rivers are the lungs and veins of our planet, that help the Earth live and breathe, supporting many diverse life forms. All life forms have their own intrinsic value, and need to be respected for the functions that they perform – even if we don’t see them as useful to our needs.

People Care- People Care begins with ourselves and expands to include our families, neighbors and wider communities. The challenge is to grow through self-reliance and personal responsibility. By accepting personal responsibility for our situation as far as possible, rather than blaming others, we empower ourselves. If we can recognize that a greater wisdom lies within a group of people, we can work with others to bring about the best outcomes for all involved.

Fair Share- Learning to honor the ever-occurring ebb and flow of natures restorative cycles is paramount to supporting the long-term sustainability life-giving ecosystems around the globe. As we collectively shift away from a scarcity mindset and into a paradigm of abundance, the fear-driven perception of a need to hoard valuable goods begins to naturally fall away. 

1. Observe and Interact
2. Catch and Store Energy
3. Obtain a Yield
4. Apply Self-Regulation & Accept Feedback
5. Use & Value Renewable Resources & Services
6. Produce No Waste
7. Design From Patterns to Details
8. Integrate Rather than Segregate
9. Use Small and Slow Solutions
10. Use and Value Diversity 
11. Use Edges and Value the Marginal
12. Creatively Use and Respond to Change