Quail Springs' March 2008 Newsletter

 

 

Spring is nearly here and it certainly can be felt at Quail Springs as the lower fields are being prepared and planted and our greenhouse is being raised.

 

Learning spinning and felting with Andrea last week was awesome. Thank you, Andrea! The felted creations from the workshop are turning heads, and warming heads as well J

 

We are happy to announce a FREE 1-day workshop introducing The Ecology of Leadership Program to the extended Southern California community.  This program was developed at the Regenerative Design Institute. See below for more info, or go to http://regenerativedesign.org/courses-events/leadership.

 

The next community event at Quail Springs is the April Garden Service Learning weekend which is a FREE weekend to come out and play in the garden. We're excited to have Geoff Lawton back for Quail Springs' third Permaculture Design Certification course this August! FYI, PDC graduates - we cancelled the Advanced Permaculture Workshop because we want to focus our energy on the So Cal Permaculture Convergence and helping to develop a regional identity and vital network of cooperation in the So Cal permaculture world. We hope you will participate. We're super excited to bring new folks to learn and work on the land through the Integrative Service Learning program this year (and in July for the True Nature Intensive) and are having fun developing those offerings.

 

While we'll miss our dear friend Monica, who has been an integral part of Quail Springs as an intern for the last year, we're excited to see her grow in her journey as she prepares to intern at a great farm up north near where she will also be able to play her favorite sport, field hockey. Monica will always be part of the Quail Springs family and this shift makes it more fun to anticipate visits!

 

We are grateful for all the people in the local community and around the world that are growing health and abundance and are touching the earth and one another kindly.

-          Blessings from all of us at Quail Springs.

 

 

EVENTS and COURSES

 

"Hands and Hearts" Skill Builder Series

This series of workshops focus on various hands-on skills, taught by the Quail Springs teaching team and special guest teachers, all with the intention of using our hands and hearts to regenerate healthy community life, meet our human needs, and honor the natural world.

 

Building a Cob Oven and Baking Bread

with Quail Springs' teaching team

May 24-25, Saturday and Sunday

 

Moccasins and Leather Work

with Warren Brush, co-founder of Quail Springs

October 4-5, Saturday and Sunday

 

$100 for each 2 day Skill Builder workshop, includes camping.

Optional materials fee may apply for each workshop. Meals will be organized potluck.

Contact info@quailsprings.org for more information or to register.

 

 

Ecology of Leadership Program for Santa Barbara

FREE 1 day introduction

Developed at the Regenerative Design Institute by James Stark and Christopher Kuntzsch

April 5th, Sunday 9am-5:30pm at the Unitarian Society 1535 Santa Barbara St. in Santa Barbara

Free of charge with online registration, $25 at the door

 

To register or to learn more http://regenerativedesign.org/courses-events/leadership

 

The program offers a project and community-based leadership development journey which blends inquiry and skill development, as well as connection to self and the natural world, with principles of systems thinking and Permaculture.  What emerges is a unique and regenerative model of leadership that supports those seeking to make a difference in their lives and their communities in stepping more fully into their gifts and passions, and onto their paths of service in the world.  The program prepares the soil for the formation of a vibrant, local leadership circle that supports program participants in continuing to evolve themselves and their leadership work in the greater Santa Barbara community.

 

As we face the challenges of our changing world, many people are searching for avenues to make a difference - to play a part in transforming our families, communities, and the greater world in which we live. Each one of us has the potential to bring forth our gifts, develop the tools we need to make a difference, and live up to our own leadership potential so we can be of service.

Whether you have prior experience and training, or if have recently felt called to step onto a path of leadership for the first time, this program provides a unique opportunity to deeply explore who you are, who you wish to be, and how you will contribute to others. You will articulate your vision, get in deeper touch with your gifts and develop new tools, routines, mindsets and skills to be more effective in manifesting what you see for yourself and the world.

 

"Never doubt that a small group of concerned citizens can change the world. Indeed it's the only thing that ever has." - Margaret Mead

 

 

Spring Gardening Service Learning Weekend

April 26-27, Saturday and Sunday - FREE

 

Join Quail Springs as we plant and prepare our gardens this spring! This is also a time for interested people to receive a tour of the site and learn about site design, and enjoy the company of community. This event is free of cost, with community potluck meals and camping nearby. All ages are welcome and no experience is needed. RSVP to info@quailsprings.org to receive current gate combos, potluck ideas, and tools/materials to bring.

 

 

 

Integrative Service Learning Journey

 

Offered from April through June, and again mid-September through November

Stays of 2 weeks to 3 months

 

The Integrative Service Learning Journey is an individually designed opportunity, including 25 hours per week dedicated service on the farm, with an optional emphasis in natural building or farming/gardening. Participants will have opportunity to learn through side by side mentoring with Quail Springs caretakers in a wide variety of areas, including: natural building, permaculture design, food systems, renewable energy, composting, watershed restoration, drylands water harvesting, consensus decision making and community organization, beekeeping, cooking, pottery, and much more! In addition to the service learning focus, one will have time to pursue independent study or research in your area of interest with support of Quail Springs' diverse team of resident caretakers, as well as personal development, exploration of the land and enjoyment of community life. Participants will have the opportunity to participate and support concurrent events on-site at no extra cost, such as the Heart and Hands Skill Builders (Cob Oven Building and Bread Baking, May 24-25. Moccasins and Leather Work, October 4-5. Others TBA.)

 

Cost includes nutritious meals and camping nearby: $280 for 2 week session, $80-140 per week (sliding scale) thereafter for up to 3 months.

 

Contact to apply: info@quailsprings.org or 805-886-7239

 

 

 

True Nature Intensive in Permaculture, Nature Awareness and Community

 

Offered for the full month of July 2008

 

The True Nature Intensive gives the participant a practical understanding of the diverse wefts and weaves of the Permaculture and community living basket through experiential learning opportunities, workshops, facilitated nature awareness, and immersion in a supportive community. This course will be supported by Quail Springs' diverse teaching team, as well as guest teachers.

 

Be a part of the healing change that is rooting itself in the earth....

 

The intensive curriculum is delivered in a balance of hands-on application and supportive presentat



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