Introduction to Permaculture Workshop

3pm - 5pm: Arrive at Chikhali - Mahabaleshwar by 5 pm and settle in. // We are in a remote area so we advise you to travel during the day as far as possible. 6pm - 7pm: Introductions + Orientation 7:30pm - 8:30pm: Dinner 8:30 - 9:30pm: Star Gazing / Ice breakers 9:30pm: Lights Out

7am - 8am: Morning green juice, fruits and hot beverage. Get Ready for the day! 8am - 9am: Forest trail walk. 9am - 10am: Breakfast 10am - 10:30am: Shuttle from chikhali gaon to N&M farm. 10:30am - 11:45am: What is Nature / Ecology Part 1? 11:45am: Break (15 mins) 11:45am - 1pm: What is Nature / Ecology Part 2? 1pm - 2pm: Lunch 2pm - 2:30pm: Relax 2:30pm - 3:30pm: Permaculture Ethics and Principles Part 1 3:30pm - 3:45pm: Break (15 mins) 3:45pm - 5pm: Permaculture Ethics and Principles Part 2 5pm - 5:30pm: Tea and Snacks 5:30pm - 6:30pm: Starting off seeds 6pm - 6:30pm: Wind Down and Meditation 6:30pm - 7:30pm: Back to chikhali and Relax 7:30pm - 8:30pm: Dinner 8:30pm - 10pm: Review / Movie time: The Queen of trees 10pm: Lights out

7am - 7:30am: Morning green juice, fruits and hot beverage 8am - 8:15am: Shuttle from chikhali gaon to N&M farms 8:15am - 9:30am: Contour Mapping on site with A frame and stakes. Planting trees. 9:30am - 10:30 am: Breakfast 10:30am - 11:45am: Embodied Energy / True Cost Economics 11:45am: Break (15 mins) 11:45am - 1pm: Site Analysis - Ecological Survey and Sectors 1pm - 2pm: Lunch 2pm - 2:30pm: Relax 2:30pm - 4:30pm: Interconnection Mapping and Zones + Team Presentations 4:30pm - 5pm: Tea and Snacks 5pm - 6pm: N&M - Sector Analysis and Disaster Management 6pm - 6:30pm: Meditation with Sunset 6:30pm - 7:30pm: Back to chikhali and Relax 7:30pm - 8:30pm: Dinner 8:30pm - 10pm: Review / Storytelling, Song and Dance around bonfire 10pm: Lights out

8am - 8.30am: Breakfast 9am - 10:30am: Certificate Distribution + Sharing personal takeaways and goals 10:30am: Farewell

Permaculture is a combination of 2 words, Permanent and Agriculture. It is a design approach for creating sustainable and self-sufficient systems that work with nature, not against it. It focuses on using natural resources wisely, building resilient ecosystems, and creating harmonious relationships between people, plants, animals, and the environment. We have adopted Permaculture as our way of life and we are here to help you do the same.

- A Welcome Kit to start your journey towards sustainable living. - Holistic Knowledge about Permaculture Design Frameworks with Swapnil's insight. - Hands on training and group activities. - Accommodation and delicious meals amidst nature and like-minded people. - Introduction to Permaculture Course Certificate. - Lifetime access to a community of permaculture enthusiasts and Resources. - A free virtual session with Swapnil for designing your own farm. - Last but not the least, a happy smile on your face.😄

If you are interested to learn, you are eligible.😁 You need to be over 15 years of age to participate.

- One Room with attached toilet and bathroom will be shared by 3 people. - The participants will be assigned random rooms using good old chit and lucky draw system. - Kindly inform us well in advance if you require a twin sharing room. Additional charges will be incurred in this case.

We serve delicious and fresh vegetarian meals as part of the workshop package. If you wish to make a special meal request, you may ask Swapnil a day prior.

2 water bottles (1 litre each) per individual Notepad and basic stationary Torch Boots/shoes for farm work Umbrella A Full Sleeve shirt and hats/caps for sun protection during practicals. Trousers/ full pants/ lowers for farm work Jerkin/ sweater, monkey cap and socks. (It can suddenly get very cold at night.) Chappals/flip flops for indoor use Toiletries and towels Please pack Easy to carry backpacks, ** please avoid suitcases (especially the wheel ones) Shoulder bags (day packs) for ease of carrying A glass to drink beverages hot and cold Magnifying glass (optional) Binoculars (optional) Gloves and sunglasses (optional) Coconut Oil or other moisturiser Natural Bug repellent spray (just in case) Any medication that you are taking regularly. Simple snacking items in case you get hunger pangs between lecturers :) (get some extra for us :)) ** Any non - biodegradable item should be carried back with you when you leave the farm. Please respect the sanctity of our Home. Thank You!

While we're unable to offer discounts, we assure you that the value you receive will far exceed the cost.

Keep these files handy for quick reference regarding the details of the workshop:

Your rooms are allocated randomly using a chit system to keep things fair. You can trade your bed with your fellow participants based on your negotiation and convincing skills 😁 Once allotted, we will not be able to reassign you other beds.

We have a strict NO REFUND policy. Please register only if you are really sure you can make it!

Any use of alcohol or drugs is prohibited during the workshop.