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Inland Northwest Permaculture Guild
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INPG Membership
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Members may attend the annual convergence.
Thank you to everyone that came out and supported the 14th annual Inland Northwest Permaculture Convergence at Uhuru Intentional Community this last weekend!
There were so many high vibes and helpful and knowledgeable people from throughout Washington, Idaho and Montana come out to share their skills and knowledge with us on how we can all do our part to live more sustainable lives and to practice Earth Care, People Care and Fair Share principles of permaculture.
We ended the convergence on the Autumnal Equinox on Sunday, honored the Four Directions, the plants and animals that fed us throughout the weekend and the people and spirit of community while we feasted on natural and deliciously prepared potluck meals.
Special thanks to all of our workshop presenters and everyone that participated in the hands-on activities throughout the weekend.
We learned about Companion Planting, Mushrooms and Food Forests from Gabriel Gaul.
We watched a fantastic puppet exhibition from the hand made puppets that Jason Smith made, as well as learned a plethora of information from him on many subjects such as mushrooms, foraging, plant identification and many other topics.
Indigo Sutra took us on a plant walk on her birthday where we all learned about the magic and medicine of our allies in the plant kingdom.
Tom Aeschleman lead us in a cabbage fermentation workshop where many people brought home their goodies.
Thanks to Chrys Ostrander and BZ also for all of the knowledge they shared about farming, building a root cellar and bringing out the apple press so that we can all press and enjoy cider together.
Many thanks to Brad Ananda for the wisdom and methods he shared about JADAM and Korean Natural Farming, making castile soap and how to garden and farm more productively and efficiently.
Tree Sol shared with us how to make solar hot water and
Kenny showed us how to butcher a ram that sacrificed himself to feed us.
On the last day, Frog and Star Mulder taught us about Vermiculture and Vermicomposting and Dianna Michaels shared with us some beautiful recipes and demonstrations of great natural cleaning products that are healthier and more affordable than anything commercial.
As always, there were a lot of children at the convergence and a special thanks goes out to them for their help and participation in so many projects such as cobb-making and mudding, apple pressing and the joy and youthful energy they add. Thanks also to Bridgette Lambson and Mark Gordon who lead the children in some entertaining and educational playshops as well.
We are delighted and dedicated to continue to gather and share knowledge, information and love with all of life and are grateful for the opportunity to gather once again with kindred spirits that support equality, community, harmony, cooperation and oneness.
For anyone interested in finding out more about future events and joining the
Inland Northwest Permaculture Guild and/or the more local
Northeast Washington Permaculture Guild, please send us a message or visit
https://www.InlandNorthwestPermaculture.com.
Here are some photos from this weekend and more will be added later as well!
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14TH ANNUAL INLAND NORTHWEST PERMACULTURE CONVERGENCE - REGISTER HERE
The Northeast Washington Permaculture Guild looks forward to hosting the 14th annual Inland Northwest Permaculture Convergence in Rice, WA next weekend!
Have a look at the tentative schedule of events which is subject to change. HERE
This gathering features several workshops and facilitators from permaculturists and experts from the Inland Northwest and further regions. Permaculture focuses on restoring local economies and local ecosystems, natural building, renewable energy, water harvesting, resilient communities, sharing information and having fun.
Some of the workshop facilitators and topics at the 2024 convergence include:
• Jason Smith - Mushrooms, Fungi and Mycelium
• Chrys Ostrander - Gardening A-Z
• Brad Ananda - JADAM Fermentation
• Gabriel Gaul – Companion Planting
• Kevin Froggiey and Starla Mulder – Vermiculture
• Joe Bass - Xeritypic High-Latitude Permaculture
• Jessica Spurr - Plant Walk and Discussion
• Tom Aeschleman - Fermentation Demonstration
• Dianna Michaels - Green Cleaning
• Panel discussion on Electroculture
• Several children's activities with Bridgette, Marc, Mark, Jason, Caite and more
• Cobb-making and other hands-on activities
• Trade circles, Equinox ceremony, potluck meals, live music, drum circles and more!
Primitive camping is available and car camping is available but limited. Limited space for camping in sheltered buildings is available. Water and electricity are also available but limited.
We will be sharing food for meals so please bring something pre-made to share or you can prepare it before the meal.
If you have any information or skills to share with the group, bring it and we'll provide a space for sharing.
PRICES:
- $35 annual INPG Membership fee (INPG Members attend the convergence for free)
- $50 for all 3 days, includes shared meals and camping
- $15 Day Fee
- $20 Camping for weekend
- Children are free
WHAT TO BRING:
Chair
Plate/Bowl/Utensils/Water bottle
Apples to press and clean jugs to take some cider home in
Primitive camping supplies
Food for self and for meal sharing
Information/Skills to share
Location is at 2332A Scott Rd. Rice, WA 99167
Call Gabe for questions and arrangements at (509)738-2087
REGISTER HERE
View all the photos from the 2023 Northeast Washington Mushroom Festival.
Other News and Past Events
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2ND ANNUAL NORTHEAST WASHINGTON MUSHROOM FESTIVAL
The 2nd annual Northeast Washington Mushroom Festival is a free family-friendly event to celebrate the life of fungi on May 11th, 2024 at the Happy Dell Park in Kettle Falls, WA from 9am - 8pm . This fun and educational event will have many activities such as a mushroom foray hunt and contest, mushroom culinary contest, mushroom and fungi identification table, presentations, demonstrations, expert mycologists, children's activities, over 40 vendors, live music, art and costume contests and much more! More information and registration is available at www.childrenofearthcoalition.com/new-mushroom-festival.html#/
Have a Look at the MUSHROOM FESTIVAL SCHEDULE
9TH ANNUAL SASQUATCH FAMILY REUNION
The ninth annual Sasquatch Family Reunion camp-out is a four-day global gathering for people of all ages, races and creeds. The earthkeepers that host this gathering support a spiritual and ecological approach to healing ourselves, our planet and our collective consciousness. This event includes sharing circles, workshops, ceremonies and meditations, music/song circles, swap shops and trade circles, community meals, and many opportunities to learn and socialize with nature and kindred spirits. More information and registration is available at www.sasquatchfamilyreunion.com
SPOKANE HERBAL FAIRE
The Spokane Herbal Faire is June 29 - 30, 2024 from 10am - 4pm at the West Central Mission in Spokane, WA. The herbal faire support home herbalists, promotes the culture of herbalism to the Spokane community via education, vendors and a socially engaging platform. More information is available at https://www.spokaneherbalfaire.org/
Montana Herbal Festival
August 17-18, 2024
Gerald W. Marks Exploration Center & Rocky Mountain Gardens
in Missoula, Montana
ᐧ Classes ᐧ Demos ᐧ Plant Walks ᐧ Music ᐧ Art ᐧ Marketplace
The Montana Herbal Festival is an annual gathering in Missoula, Montana dedicated to the exchange of herbal knowledge, fostering connections with native plant medicines, and promoting respectful stewardship of our environment.
For more Info: https://mtherbalfest.org/
Seed Swaps!
Hopefully by now you've had a chance to think about what seeds you'll be sowing this year, whether literally or figuratively. Seed swaps are a great way to connect and share with your neighbors far and wide and come away with some interesting varieties of seeds!
We have held several seed swaps throughout the inland northwest, from Colville Washington to Hot Springs Montana, repeating and creating annual traditions.
So many seeds were shared and new friends were made. Look out for more seed swaps coming up, including...
The Plant, Seed and Root Exchange
Happening in Kettle Falls, WA in April 1st. FOR FREE, COME JOIN THE FUN!!
Rocket Mass Heater workshop
Location: Uhuru friday, March 31st hands on prep 10-6
sat. April 1st, 2-6 potluck, 6ish
sun. April 2nd 11-4 potluck 2ish
Workshop is $50 per day or bring some one $40.00 per person/ already a annual member $25.00 per day. We also have work trade and scholarships available.
Stevens County Farm Barter Faire
Check out this drop tailgate family friendly event. Come network and trade with locals who are interested in the same things as you.
Check out their Facebook Group
Northwest Wildcrafters Rendezvous
May 26-28
Mazama, Washington
Methow Valley, North Cascades
Contact Skeeter at friendsofthetrees@yahoo.com
INPG Permaculture Design Course JULY 17th-31st
Your Board and friends are working hard to bring you a high quality PDC this summer. Organizing this two-week educational retreat is well under way. Check out the website for more information and please help us spread the word by telling your friends and printing the PDC posters (link) and hanging them around your community.
Convergence 2023!
Planning for our next convergence is also still in the works! This year the convergence will be held in Rice, WA at Uhuru, an off-grid permaculture community and homestead. Stay tuned for more details, print our poster and share with your community.
Work Parties!
Help us get Uhuru ready for all of these great upcoming events! We will be having work parties April 7th thru 9th, May 25th and 26th and June 9th and 10th. Contact us if you're interested. zone1@inlandnorthwestpermaculture.com
Permaculture Law
INPG is seeking attorneys willing to help with permaculture matters, anything from family law, land tenure, environmental law and anything in between. If you or someone you know practices law or is familiar with the legal world and wants to be involved please let us know! zone1@inlandnorthwestpermaculture.com
Interns, Apprentices, Prospective Members Wanted
1) Uhuru is looking for an intern or apprentice. Come learn about permaculture while doing the work! Uhuru is an off-grid permaculture homestead in Rice, WA. Contact Gabe Gaul for inquiries, fungipermastead@
2) Bezaleel Israel Eco-Village - "Come Visit, Maybe Stay."
The Bezaleel Israel Eco-Village in northeast Washington is open to new members-- folks who want to do permaculture short or long term and help establish a permanent permaculture land trust or folks who just want to visit and lend a hand. More details at bzfarm.org
3) Casler Farm West (A Wanna-Be Permaculture Center ) Is seeking a property manager. Application form here: https://forms.gle/HG9QFS4MXhqzLeAt8
OTHER EVENTS COMING UP:
Spokane Garden Expo
May 13
Skeeter (Michael Pilarski) and Jessica Spurr are having a booth at the Expo to promote permaculture and Skeeter is giving a talk on Landscaping with Fragrant, Multi-Purpose Plants.
Northwest Herbal Fair
June 8 - 11, Skalitude Retreat Center in the Methow Valley.
https://www.nwherbalfair.com/
Spokane Herbal Faire
June 24 & 25
7th Annual Spokane Herbal Faire! Fundraiser for Herbalists Without Borders International
https://www.fourseasonsguild.
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Are there any other events we need to know about in our communities? Let us know! As always, we invite and welcome you to join our team and become more involved in whatever unique ways you feel called to contribute. Thank you!
Happy gardening from the I.N.P.G.
The Inland Northwest Permaculture Guild is a network of permaculture practitioners who inhabit a region of the northwestern U.S. between the Cascade Mountain Range and the Rocky Mountain Range. We host annual gatherings and operate this interactive website to facilitate communication among Guild members and between the Guild and the greater community to inform ourselves and others about the promise of permaculture.
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