INTRODUCTION TO ECOLOGICAL LAND CARE
Why is it important and what role can you play?
Wednesday nights: December 2, 9, 16
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
South Fork Natural History Museum (SOFO)
377 Bridgehampton-Sag Harbor Turnpike
Bridgehampton, NY 11932
$100/3 sessions
Space is limited.
*Scholarships are available. Email [email protected] to learn more.
Introduction to Ecological Land Care
Perfect Earth Project is pleased to bring back its introductory course on ecological land care and how our knowledge of natural systems is critical to the health of our families and communities. This three-part course will explore what makes a landscape healthy and what causes it harm. We'll show how easy it is to create landscapes that are resilient, biodiverse, and welcoming to all life forms. Hone your observation skills, recognize native vs. invasive plants, and learn how to talk the talk of the ecological movement and how to build community. No prior experience is required. All are welcome.
Session 1: Thinking Ecologically and Why It Matters
In this introduction to the principles guiding nature-based land care, we'll learn about ecological function and why it's vital in natural and human-impacted landscapes. Plus, we'll hear from a landscape professional on how ecological thinking guides their practice.
Session 2: Reading the Landscape
Learn how to become a keen observer of the land. We'll identify ecological functions in the environment by looking closely at different types of landscapes as well as learning practical skills to identify plants. Plus, we'll hear from a landscape professional about how they rely on plant knowledge to build a strong business.
Session 3: Now What? Make Good Decisions and Share Your Knowledge
We'll share how to integrate all the knowledge you've gleaned from the landscape to make good, informed decisions that will support the ecosystem. We'll also help you translate ecological and horticultural knowledge into persuasive, clear ideas that anyone can understand in order to support and build community around positive, nature-based land care decisions.
Instructors:
Edwina von Gal
Founder of Perfect Earth Project and internationally recognized landscape designer, Edwina von Gal's work promotes beautiful, ecological land care and sustainable landscape design.
Tim Wheeler
Director of Living Lands at Perfect Earth Project, Tim Wheeler is an ecologist and environmental educator whose work focuses on helping communities transition to nature-based land care practices.
Location
Share With Others
