Why is most of the PDC conducted in outdoor open-air spaces?

We find that people are more alert, and happier, when in open-air spaces.

We strive to get amongst all kinds of permaculture projects and sites as we go, so the learning experience can be auditory, visual, and kinaesthetic.

Why does the course take place over multiple weekends?

We find this works best for our participants, and for us.

Each course weekend is a ‘bite-sized chunk’ of information and experience. The time between teaching weekends allows space to digest and reflect before the next one.  

What facilities are available at Murrnong for camping?

We have unpowered grassed campsites and a compost loo available for self-contained campers.

Is any of the course done online?

No. We feel that kinaesthetic learning on-site, through the whole body and all our senses, amongst the projects and the physical examples, is more powerful and more inclusive for differing learning styles than learning across a screen. 

Can children be at the farm during the PDC?

This is highly variable and dependent on the children’s age, nature, and attention needs. If you are considering this please contact us to discuss further.

If something changes for me can I get a refund?

Refunds are available up to 14 days before the course begins, less a $300 promotion and administration fee.

What have participants said?

I am honestly more excited about my future now, & that of those around me, than I have ever been because of it

Krystelle

…the patterns/details distinction has helped me in everything from planning teaching units, to parenting, to diet, to holidays, to sewing garments. Staying at “pattern” thinking for longer, and not getting lost in details, means I am making more sensible, informed and cohesive decisions.

Michelle

It was great to be given the opportunity to explore the wide range of designs, gardens and projects that different people had going. Each was so varied and I was learning something new every time

Anunaki

Even though I already had broad natural resource management knowledge, undertaking the PDC has led me to the start of the path of a deeper level of thinking … a pivotal life moment for me.

Charlie

Great venue and I’m so pleased that I was able to participate in a PDC that was virtually all outdoors and not in a classroom setting. Also the chance to meet like-minded people and to share information, advice, plant cuttings and seeds, plus the yummy lunches created by innovative cooks with fresh, home grown produce

Robyn

Exciting, challenging, empowering, an absolute journey that reassures, encourages and educates

Jade