Keystone Programs

Our keystone programs have been the foundation of RDI since 2005 when we moved to Commonweal Garden in Bolinas.  These programs weave together nature awareness, regenerative skills and pathways for reaching your full potential as a leader in your life and the world.

Permaculture Design Certification	Ecology of Leadership	Regenerative Design and Nature Awareness

We extend an invitation to you, your family and friends to visit our beautiful coastal organic farm
and participate in our programs, courses and events – and to explore our website
for an overview of our course offerings for 2012.

We hope to see you soon. 

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2012 Courses & Events

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Permaculture Design Courses

We offer the internationally recognized permaculture design course in two formats: 
a 2-week intensive course and a year-long course that meets once each month.

2-Week Intensives 
Early Summer: May 25 – June 9
Fall: August 31 – Sept 15

Four Seasons Permaculture Bolinas, 12-month course:
Fall 2012: October 2012 – Sep 2013
Starts with a 2-day introductory weekend, October 27-28
and continues one Saturday per month

Four Seasons Santa Cruz, 12-month course:
Fall 2012: November 2012 – October 2013

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N E W   P R O G R A M

Ecology of Awakening

Offered: October 2012 - July 2013

The Ecology of Awakening is an invitation to remember our natural inheritance as an intricate part of the larger unfolding web of life. The opportunity is to begin to shift our center of gravity: out of what is conditioned and separate into what is ever becoming and connected to all life. Read more...

Interested in learning more about the program?
Join us for a free conference call, 7-8:30pm:

May 15 • June 20 • July 24 • Aug 21 • Sept 19

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Re-skilling Series

The Re-Skilling Series at RDI was inspired by our greater community's interest in learning more craftsmanship skills. Beyond growing our own vegetables, we can start re-skilling around food preservation, clothing, personal care products, furniture, and other needs of daily life. Read more...

Upcoming Spring 2012 Classes

June 2
Herbal Skin Care: Creams, Toners, Scrubs & More

June 2
The Wild Forager: Gathering the Abundance of Nature

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Ecology of Leadership

Offered: October 2012 – March 2013

Whether you already serve as a leader, feel called to lead for the first time, or simply want to expand your leadership skills, the Ecology of Leadership (EOL) will help you navigate your path. Through original, nature-sourced practices and inquiries, EOL nourishes the seeds of passion, leadership and service that lay within all of us. Read more...

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N E W   P R O G R A M

Medicinal Botany

3-class Series offered: Fall dates to be announced soon  
Instructor: Tellur Fenner

This interdisciplinary program will engage participants on all levels through a combination of classroom lecture, field exploration, and a variety of hands-on exercises. Topics will include botany basics, plant identification in the field, medicinal/edible/utilitarian uses and much more. This course is a wonderful opportunity for those who have completed a permaculture design course to deepen their knowledge of plants. Read more...

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Tracking and Nature Connection

Awaken your senses and explore the stories of the landscape through the Tracking and Nature Connection Series. Tracking powerfully expands your awareness and sharpens your ability to see nature--benefits that create connection and enrich your everyday life. Read more...

4-part Tracking Series
Sept 22 • Oct 13 • Nov 3 • Nov 17

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Commonweal Garden Tours

We open the gates to Commonweal Garden once a month for tour led by co-founder and co-director of RDI, James Stark. If you've been interested in visiting Commonweal Garden and learning more about Permaculture, these tours are a great opportunity to do so. Read more...

Offered:
May 27 • June 24 • July 29 • Aug 26 • Sep 30 • Oct 28 • Nov 18

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