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ANNOUNCEMENTS
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Denver's First PDC featuring Toby Hemenway starts Oct 1! See the syllabus and register.
Also, plans for the Colorado Permaculture Convergence
on Sept 25 at the GrowHaus are feverishly underway and
the schedule includes a balance of open discussion and hands-on workshops.
Register now for a discount!
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The Benefits of Perennial Vegetables
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Think about how much work your perennial flower beds take compared to your annual vegetable garden.
In a busy year, your perennial garden largely sails through despite neglect. Once your perennials are
established, and if they are suited to your climate and site conditions, they can be virtually indestructible.
read more
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Boulder County Open Space Cropland Policy
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The Cropland Policy that is administered through Boulder County Open Space (BCOS) Agricultural Division is up for revision.
By developing an advisory board to help in the revision of the policy and allowing the public in on what's happening through
open forums and a large attendance, the BCOS is hoping for an ongoing dialog amongst the local farmers and the public about
moving forward with agriculture in Boulder County.
read more
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Upcoming Events (see full calendar)
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Around The Web
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The Big Boulder Shut Down (Boulder Daily Camera)
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Toby Hemenway, Gardens and Permaculture (YouTube)
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The Permaculture Movement Grows From Underground
(NY Times)
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Reet's Garden & Design Practices Permaculture
(Vail Valley Bizwatch)
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Paul Andersen: Fair Game (Aspen Times)
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Tip of the Month
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Free Range Chicken Eggs:
- have 1/3 less cholesterol
- 1/4 less saturated fat
- 2/3 more Vitamin A
- 2 times more Omega-3 Fatty Acids
- 3 times more Vitamin E
- 7 times more Beta Carotena
- 4 to 6 times more Vitamin D
than commercially produced eggs! From Maggie Rice's article about her recent
Denver City Council hearing.
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From The Prez
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Classes I want to take:
- The Coffee, Cocoa and Vanilla Guild for that Perfect Mocha
- Aquaculture in the Spare Bathroom
- Sheet Mulch your Roof for Extra Gardening Space
- Lessons from Spiders: Build the Best Social Web
- Bungee Permaculture for Beginners
- Maximize your Cubicle Food Forest (see photo)
More ideas?
Let us know about actual classes so we can get them up on the calendar and in the next newsletter!
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Click here to submit a question to the expert staff at the Guild.
You'll find the "Ask the Experts" form in the right column.
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