Permaculture & self-sufficiency – Sustainable alternatives in - Wermelskirchen

Right in the middle of the countryside, in the heart of the Bergisches Land, lies the “Gut Alte Heide” seminar house. Throughout the year, various seminars and workshops on a range of topics are held here, such as herbal walks, yoga, mindfulness, family breaks, dancing and music. The surroundings are beautiful – the seminar house is surrounded by meadows and forests. With your help, we would like to develop a permaculture garden on the grounds of the house. Permaculture is a culture in which sustainable lifeforms and habitats are supported, designed and set up. These are intended to secure a basic livelihood for both humans and nature: ecologically, economically and socially. Alongside an introduction to the background and design principles of permaculture, and discussions around the topic of living in a way to reduce consumption and conserve natural resources, you will of course be able to get hands-on and work on the permaculture garden itself. Tasks include laying down terraces, moving soil, setting out plants and boundaries, defining zones, and creating flowerbeds. The permaculture garden is also intended as a display garden, an educational garden and an overall experience for seminar participants, school pupils and young children alike. At the end of your workcamp there will be a public presentation of the outcomes of your work. https://www.querwaldein.de/ There is an additional administration fee of 50€ for participants who are not from Germany.