Courses and Events

OFFERED:
September 9, 2008 - May 28, 2009

INSTRUCTORS: Jon Young , Nicole Young , Josh Lane , Molly Myerson, Caitlin Williams, Jay Sliwa, Matt Berry, and other special guests

LOCATION: 15 weeks will be spent exploring the coastside of San Mateo County, CA, and 15 weeks exploring the Bolinas-Point Reyes areas of beautiful Marin County.

DESCRIPTION:
We all had ancestors who were natives to a place. Our indigenous ancestors practiced holistic awareness of the natural world (tracking) and land tending (permaculture) to such a high level that these two practices became biologically entwined and engrained. The ethic that resulted extended far beyond simple care for the earth into care for all of the relationships that our ancestors maintained on a daily basis.

We in the modern world can hardly guess at the true depth of what this relationship to land, creatures, and each other meant to our ancestors. It is our intention to facilitate, through the use of powerful tools of cultural mentoring, the powerful reawakening of this relationship for the participants in this course. This is a training that is being offered nowhere else in the world--because the Bushmen aren’t taking applications!

Join us for this ONCE IN A LIFETIME opportunity!

OFFERED: October 2008 - July 2009

LOCATION: Home study, assignments reviewed via telephone and email

INSTRUCTORS: Phone conference calls with Jon Young; phone coaching and assignment reviews with Shikari Tracking Guild staff

Experience the Shikari Tracker Training Program, an at-home course of study in the core routines of holistic tracking and nature awareness. Develop the power of your curiosity and senses while deeply exploring your favorite tracking spots with the long-term guidance of an experienced tracking mentor.

Students who participate in this 10-month program will be guided through a powerful and proven process of building a deep relationship with the natural world. Be prepared for the journey of a lifetime!

OFFERED: March - November 2008
LOCATION: Commonweal Garden
INSTRUCTOR: Matt Berry

Wild crafting provides a unique bridge between Permaculture and Nature Awareness. Matt Berry, who has been practicing and teaching primitive skills and nature awareness for over a decade, blends his passion and expertise in field biology, primitive skills, horticulture and Permaculture. After spending some time with Matt, you may never look at the weeds in the corner of your garden or the oak trees in your neighborhood the same way again!

This year, we offer a series of seasonal Wild Food Walks, as well as, day long skill intensives. These classes will not only help to build your wildcrafting skills, but also deepen your connection with the natural world.

Classes are intended for adults, however children are welcome at a reduced fee if accompanied by a parent.

LOCATION: Commonweal Garden in Bolinas

COST: $10 per person, kids free. Fee waived for those who are unable to pay.

Here's a great opportunity if you've been interested in visiting Commonweal Garden and learning more about Permaculture.

James Stark will educate and inspire as he takes you through our 17-acre farm nestled on the edge of Pt Reyes National Park. He will guide you through features like our on-contour production garden, cob constructions, chickens and goats, heirloom orchard, grey water systems, passive solar camp showers, production greenhouse, yurt classroom, and more.

As you tour these features, James will highlight how permaculture principals can be applied in your own life to create sustainable and regenerative home and community environments.