Programs

Program Dates: Summer 2013: June 16th – July 27th -Participants in Aprovecho’s other programs (or past programs) receive $500 off their PDC tuition! -Students already enrolled in the 2013 PDC receive $250 off their tuition if they bring a friend…and … Continue reading →

Aprovecho offers learning opportunities in Natural Building and Green Design for both beginning and advanced level students. Take a look at our Sustainable Shelter Workshop Series – Natural Building and Green Design from the ground up – or our Natural Building Practicums. Continue reading →

Appropriate Technology Spring Practicum April 7th – June 15th, 2013 Appropriate Technology (AT) is people-centered technology focused on simple, do-it-yourself solutions for a sustainable future.  Aprovecho has been a leader in the research and development of AT for the past … Continue reading →

Winter Session January 14th – March 8th, 2013 The Transition Technology Series is a two month study in 5 different areas laying technological foundations for those embracing or supporting a homesteading lifestyle. Each week is split between in-class instruction, hands-on … Continue reading →

Advanced Permaculture Course in Optical Surveying August 5th – 10th, 2013 Basic surveying and layout are essential skillsets for every farmer, homesteader, designer, and consultant.  In this 6 day course, Tom Ward will teach the use of many types of … Continue reading →

Water Harvesting May 14 & 15

Plant Propagation September 10th

Forest Gardening November 6th

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Experience the best of Oregon Permaculture… Permaculture Passport Program Southern Willamette Valley August 16 – 25, 2013 The Permaculture Passport Program is a new course offering that goes beyond a PDC at a single institution, as is the norm. It … Continue reading →

K-12 Investigating and Discovering Sustainability (KIDS) Aprovecho is excited to offer programing for youth through our KIDS program. The primary components of our KIDS programs are: