• Global Earth Repair pic
    Education,  EVENT

    Ecosystem Restoration Course

    June 7-17, 2022 Atlan Community, 37 Nestor Peak Road White Salmon, WA Taught by Michael “Skeeter” Pilarski, Marisha Auerbach, and Special Guest Teachers A hands-on, in-person course, blending ecosystem restoration, permaculture, regenerative agriculture, and ethno-ecology. Will take last-minute sign-ups Work trade and partial scholarships are available! Healthy ecosystems provide clean air, clean water, ecological services, habitat, and food for wildlife as well as yields to support humanity.  As we face increased natural disasters, a global pandemic, supply chain disruptions, and social instability, now is the time to enhance our abilities to come together to practice ecosystem restoration. This course is for land-stewards, land managers, landscapers, and anyone concerned about ecosystem health as…

  • Girl signals enough
    Education,  Reduce,  Think Piece

    Enough

    “Only when all contribute their firewood can they build up a strong fire.”Chinese proverb. It was a beautiful, sunny fall day today, and I was out for my walk, reveling in the colors of the leaves and the crispness of the air, this being my favorite season. As I passed the neighborhood elementary school, I noticed that some classes were sitting outside, having lunch under a shelter. The kids were sitting on mats, all spread out per COVID guidelines, and appeared to be enjoying themselves. Observing this made me think once again about how adaptable and flexible we need to be to cope with the multitude of challenges, large and…

  • Herbal Display
    Community Projects,  Education,  Herbs

    Build an Herbal Community

    In times past, herbalism was a communal practice, especially for women of any group. Traditionally, they were the keepers of the home, midwives, and family healers. Hence, community members came to them when it came to the health and vitality of their families and neighbors. Herbal knowledge was gathered, collected, and held together in circles, where there was support and encouragement to ensure the learning was maintained throughout generations. However, as those who practiced herbal healing were persecuted and separated from their herbal community, the knowledge became isolated. Those who held the knowledge were less apt to share it, so much was not passed on. In the past decade, there…

  • Recycle or Not
    Education,  Recycle

    Recycle Or Not

    This Portland-area campaign wants to reduce waste and make a big difference for the environment. Many of us are getting more packages in the mail these days. More packages mean more packing materials—and more confusion about what belongs in your trash can and what can go in your recycling bin. You can’t recycle plastic-padded envelopes at home or at work, but there are steps you can take to reduce your waste. When online shopping, consider bundling your orders, so items come in just one package. Or reuse them for shipping — be sure to remove old mailing addresses or barcodes and reseal them with packaging tape. You can also use…

  • OSSIA Conference
    Education,  EVENT,  Solar

    Oregon Solar +Storage Conference

    Portland Crowne Plaza 1441 NE 2nd Ave, Portland, ORNovember 2 – 4, 2021 Earn NABCEP CEUs, visit engaging exhibits, hear from industry leaders about solar policy, storage, business development, land use, large-scale development, and more. Join OSSIA for one of the most comprehensive solar + storage conferences in the nation! Solar Career Expo at OSSC will be a featured part of the Energy Trust of Oregon Contractor Day at the Oregon Solar + Storage Conference. The event will commence with a Keynote Delivery (TBA) and be followed by various breakout sessions that include resources for job seekers and providers. Our Speed-networking sessions can assist you as you expand opportunities for…

  • Sage Center
    Education,  EVENT,  FOOD

    EIGHTH ANNUAL MORROW COUNTY HARVEST FESTIVAL

    FREE COMMUNITY EVENT CELEBRATING LOCAL ARTISANS, PRODUCE, AND FAMILY FUN October 2, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm101 Olson Road, Boardman, OR SAVE THE DATE! We’re so glad to be back in any fashion for the 8th annual Morrow County Harvest Festival presented by the SAGE Center. The Morrow County Harvest Festival will be exclusively outdoors. It will feature a variety of vendors with high-quality, regionally produced agricultural goods, and handmade artisan crafts. Returning this year, Threemile Canyon Farms will provide an opportunity for attendees to “fill-a-bag” full of locally grown produce in exchange for a small donation to a local 4-H program. Pack a grocery bag full of traditionally…

  • Living Wisdom School
    COMMUNITY,  Education

    Conscious Living Principles at Living Wisdom School

    The Portland Living Wisdom School is a non-profit school serving preschool & kindergarten/1stgrade. LWS offers a heart-centered holistic education focused on a balanced curriculum that prepares them to be creative, solution-oriented, and self-aware.  The school is based on Education for Life, an educational philosophy that balances mind and heart, body and spirit. The roots of the system lie in the philosophy of Paramhansa Yogananda, author of Autobiography of a Yogi. LWS emphasizes universal principles that bring happiness, such as kindness, generosity, courage, and optimism while supporting a learning environment where students thrive.  At Living Wisdom School, students experience  Joy in learning  Academic excellence without stress  Small classes  Individualized approach  Self-understanding …

  • American College of Heathcare Sciences
    Education,  EVENT

    Share the Knowledge

    Free Online Continuing Education Classes from ACHS American College of Healthcare Sciences wants to do all it can to help during these difficult times and has made a selection of its online Continuing Education classes free forever. These include classes on essential oil safety, herbal safety, traditional healing in the kitchen, and more. Together we are amazingly strong, resilient, and educated!  American College of Healthcare Sciences is a world-renowned accredited online college. Their mission is driven by the principles and vision of their president, Dorene Petersen, who founded the college in 1978 as a pioneer in holistic health education. They believe that knowledge should be available to everyone, and free…

  • provender logo
    Education,  EVENT

    Provender Alliance 44th Annual Conference

    Online – October 21 – 23, 2020 Independent Integrity: Principles In Action The conference workshops provide a cooperative atmosphere for trade members to teach and learn from one another and network about the natural products trade. For more info: https://provender.org/conference/

  • Pacific Women's Herbal Conference
    COMMUNITY,  Education,  EVENT,  Herbs

    Pacific Women’s Herbal Conference 2020

    6th Annual Pacific Women’s Herbal Conference on Vashon Island, WA  An inter-generational, nourishing, engaging, integrated weekend for women.   Coming to the Table September 25-27, 2020 Over 30 Hands-On Workshops, 20 Experienced Teachers, HerbWalks, Opening & Closing Spirals, Story Telling at the Fire Circle, Talent Show, A Lively MarketPlace, 400 Acre Forest Reserve, 1.5 miles of beach on the Salish Sea, Hiking, Walking, Gigong, Engaging Social Time at a Distance Pre-Conference Intensives & Workshops September 24-25, 2020 Thursday 9/24/20: Pre-Conference Intensive with Susun Weed: A Cancer Diagnosis: Help Yourself the Wise Woman Way Friday, 9/25/20: Pre-Conference Hands-On Workshops with EagleSong Gardener: Health From the Ground Up & Keya Kai Guimaraes: Healing Hawaiian Lei…