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Rainbow Ridge Practical Course
5 days
We believe in fostering sustainable living practices that harmonize with nature. Our Permaculture Design Certificate (PDC) Course is just the beginning of your journey towards understanding and implementing regenerative solutions.
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​Join our immersive 5-Day Practical Permaculture Course: immediately following our PDC! Experience firsthand how design merges with hands-on regenerative practice.
Course Overview:
Our experienced instructors will guide you through a series of practical sessions to integrate design skills with effective permaculture strategies and techniques.
Course Topics:
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Carbon pathways – soil food webs
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Integrated Soil Fertility Management (ISFM)
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Integrated Pest and Disease Management (IPM)
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Integrated Water Harvesting and Conservation Techniques (IWCM)
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Organic Soil Nutrients, Nutritional Composition, and Amendments
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Home and Community Gardens – needs of plants.
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Water harvesting and storage.
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Food forest /orchards – tree care
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Agro-food Processing and Value Addition
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Sustainable Chicken Management
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Organic Tissue Culture Techniques, and more.
Further Information
Ready to take the next step towards sustainable living? Join us at Rainbow Ridge for an unforgettable 5-day journey of learning, growth, and transformation. Whether you're a seasoned permaculturist or just beginning your journey, our Practical Permaculture Course offers valuable insights and hands-on experience that will empower you to create positive change in your own life and community.
Rainbow Ridge is a pioneering sustainable village located in the heart of East Africa. Founded on the principles of permaculture and community resilience, Rainbow Ridge serves as a living laboratory for regenerative living practices. Through education, demonstration, and collaboration, we strive to inspire and empower individuals and communities to embrace sustainability and create a brighter future for all.
Secure your spot today! Limited seats available.
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Experiential Learning: Engage in hands-on activities within the picturesque setting of Rainbow Ridge, where every corner tells a story of sustainability.
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Expert Instruction: Learn from seasoned permaculture practitioners with years of experience in designing and implementing sustainable systems.
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Community Connection: Immerse yourself in the vibrant community of Rainbow Ridge and forge lasting connections with like-minded individuals.
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Practical Applications: Gain practical skills and techniques that you can immediately apply in your own projects and communities.
Accommodation and Hospitality
On-Site accommodation. Locally-sourced meals provided throughout the duration of the course.
Meet Your Trainers
Greg Knibbs, a passionate permaculture consultant, designer, and educator from Australia. He is the driving force behind Edge5 Permaculture, a leading organization dedicated to addressing Environmental and Social Responsibilities. Greg's expertise in permaculture design, community engagement, and landscape restoration is fueled by his commitment to addressing hunger and poverty at their core. With a focus on making a positive impact on both the environment and society.
Frank Marwa, a seasoned Agroecological expert and Permaculture Trainer from Tanzania's Kilimanjaro Region. With over seven years of hands-on experience in Organic Farming and a BSc. in Agriculture General, Frank seamlessly blends indigenous knowledge with formal education. As the Permaculture Site Manager at Rainbow Ridge, he spearheads sustainable practices, bridging communities and the environment. Frank's passion and dedication to Ecological Organic Agriculture make him an indispensable figure in the field.
Hosted by Communities Assist (CA) and Edge5 Permaculture
Course Fees
Local African Students $225 USD
International Students $465 USD
Once registered you will receive an email information pack with timetable, course outline and directions to site.
For Local Students (Tanzanians)
You have the option to make payments using either a bank account or Tigo Pesa/M-Pesa. If you choose to pay through a bank account, please use the provided bank account details. Alternatively, you can also make payments using Tigo-Pesa or Vodacom M-Pesa as per your convenience, make sure you keep the receipt or transaction message for reference.
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Exim Bank Tanzania
Account Name: COMMITTEE ASSIST TANZANIA ($ USD ONLY)
Account Number: 0070016242
SWIFT CODE: EXTNTZTZXXX
Tigo Pesa: 0712032206
Vodacom M-Pesa: 0765171609
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Thank you for your cooperation, and if you have any questions or require further assistance, feel free to reach out to our support team.
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FOR INQUIRIES AND REGISTRATION, CONTACT:
idekatunzi@yahoo.com, greg@edge5.com.au.
(+255) 769 228 559, (+255) 765 171 609, (+61) 413 310 717,