Earth is Our Home – A Conversation Series

The Facilitators: Larry Santoyo – Founder of the Permaculture Academy Larry spent over a decade studying and teaching with Bill Mollison. Larry has taught environmental design at colleges and universities nationwide, including UC Berkeley, UC Santa Cruz, Evergreen College, CSU Northridge, and Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. Andrew Faust – One of the premier Permaculture Teachers and Designers in North America, with over two decades of experience in the field. His passionate and mind expanding talks and curriculum have motivated both teachers & students over the course of his decade long career as a H.S. instructor at Upattina’s, an open community free school in Glenmoore, PA. Brigid Walsh – Brigid Walsh, founder of Regenerative Design Studio 100 Miles North, is certified in Sustainable Design from the Pratt Institute, and certified in Permaculture Design from The Center of BioRegional Living. Specializing in Earth First design solutions for homes, businesses and municipalities, 100 Miles North offers simple, practical and regenerative designs that build healthier living environments for our community. Brigid is Co-Chair of the Board of Opus 40, and serves on the Board of the Permaculture Land Trust, as well as the Ulster County Planning and Ethics Boards.