THE PATH TO WELLBEING :

A BLOG TO INSPIRE EARTH CARE...

 

What is Permaculture Herbalism? Mar 15, 2023

To combine the two words: Permaculture and Herbalism, are to bring healing plants into regenerative landscapes by design. The former is a design science based on ecology utilised to cultivate the land in a way that works with nature, to meet the needs of humans with food, fibre, medicine and...

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The Art and Science of Permaculture art and science of permaculture ecological thinking garden design landscape elements Feb 06, 2023

When I say, "my garden is my beautiful masterpiece", I echo Claude Monet. It’s true; I am proud of my creative endeavour that produces much organic food for my family and extends our living space beyond our home. Yet art is often experienced and interpreted differently by each person, so...

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Elderberry, The Medicine Plant earth wisdom edible plants elderberry permaculture plant medicine recipes Jun 16, 2022

I recently took out all the frozen berries that I had harvested over the last few months and made elderberry cough syrup. It's a yearly kitchen session that I look forward to once I have loaded up a bag in my freezer ready for the colourful experience! 

This time, it was an extra intuitive...

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How to Make Seed Balls aka Seed Bombs for Gorilla Gardening! fun for kids gorilla gardening kids activities kids games kidsinpermaculture seed balls seedbombs May 19, 2022

Making Seed Balls is an activity that has been an all-time favourite activity for kids and I have literally made hundreds of them with children during various workshops at festivals and during our 'Earth Day' school holiday program. It is tactile and relaxing, with hands full of soil,...

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The Placement of Landscape Elements Matters! Are you in the Zone? permaculture design zoning Apr 21, 2022

 Here or there...where and why?

Landscape Zoning

In permaculture design, 'Zoning' is a big part of the design consideration. By bringing awareness to 'zones' or areas based on how often we visit them, we can design elements into suitable locations to create a harmonious flow along access...

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You Can Win Membership To The Nature Kids Permaculture Program! colour-in competition free resources fun for kids kids activities kids games kidsinpermaculture nature play Apr 14, 2022

B O R E D O M   B U S T E R   A L E R T! Win membership to our program (valued at $379) simply by getting creative.

Our program is jammed packed full of value and we want it to be accessible to as many families around the earth, as humanly possible. 

We made something...

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Activities & Games to Learn Permaculture Through Nature Play! change-makers earth wisdom kids activities kids games kidsinpermaculture movement and mindfulness nature play permaculture permaculture principles zero waste Jun 21, 2021

We are passionate about down-to-earth living and teaching permaculture through nature play. The best way to learn and embody skills for sustainability is through fun, hands-on, practical life skills that engage one's heart and mind. 

We also believe that inspiring children (and our own inner...

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Honouring the Wheel of the Year with Seasonal Celebrations earth wisdom free resources nature connection nature kids seasonal celebrations seasonal living wheel of the year May 14, 2021

Honouring the seasons is a beautiful way to tune yourself into nature and connect with Mother Earth. There are eight festivals throughout the Wheel of the Year where we can celebrate and give gratitude for what is provided to us for our health and sustenance throughout the year and...

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Working With the Moon Phases & Lunar Calendar earth wisdom lunar calendar moon phases nature kids working with the moon Feb 08, 2021

Do you want to work with the moon's influences to grow, learn, celebrate, review and let go of aspects of your life so you can flow through your month in tune with nature?

If you do, and you'd love a lunar calendar to assist with this kind of lifestyle, read on...I have a Free 2023...

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The Book of Kin book of kin free resources nature kids Jan 09, 2021

What legacy will you leave for those who come after you? 

I have considered this question a lot throughout my permaculture journey and very much so after holding space for loved ones who have passed.

In this reflective time, I considered the 8 forms of wealth (another blog coming soon)...

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50 Gifts Nature Will Give Your Child! nature kids Dec 20, 2020

I have been living a down-to-earth lifestyle since I was a child. With a home in the dry bushland, hugged by Harveys Range and a family beach house at Black River for weekends and holidays. Between both of these landscapes, I found solace in nature, with hours of play and adventures I still...

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What is Permaculture? design permaculture permaculture principles Dec 17, 2020

I have been teaching Permaculture to groups and 1:1 for over a decade and never cease to be amazed when they learn that it is much more encompassing then growing your own food. 

This blog offers a short and long answer and insight into the domains of life where design strategies...

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