Join "Power of Permaculture Principles" Online Book Club!

Wilf Richards is offering an online book club focused on "The Power of Permaculture Principles," designed to enrich participants' understanding and application of permaculture concepts. This specialist course, conducted entirely online, aims to facilitate deeper learning, insight sharing, and connection among permaculture enthusiasts and practitioners.

The book club is structured as a series of 25 one-hour Zoom sessions, scheduled for Monday evenings from 7 pm to 8 pm. The program spans from March 9, 2026, to October 26, 2026. Each session is dedicated to exploring a specific chapter of "The Power of Permaculture Principles" book, delving into its key highlights, practical applications, relevant design tools, significant insights, and potential considerations. While owning the book is not a prerequisite for attendance, it is suggested that participants may find it beneficial. A notable aspect of this book club is the anticipated involvement of several collaborators who contributed to the book, who are expected to join the discussions for their respective chapters.

The curriculum is comprehensive, covering a wide array of permaculture principles. The initial sessions in March will focus on foundational concepts such as "Defining Principles," "Using the Principles," and "Adaptation," followed by "Catch and Store." April's topics include "Cooperation," "Diversity," "Edge Optimised," "Energy Efficiency," and "Everything Gardens." June will cover "Functions and Elements," "Integration Optimised," "Least Change," "Limiting Factors," "Observe and Interact," and "Patterns and Details." July's discussions will encompass "Problem is the Solution" and "Produce no Waste." The final set of principles, addressed from September to October, includes "Relative Location," "Renewable Resources," "Resilience," "Self Regulate," "Small and Slow," "Stacking and Succession," "Work with Nature," and "Yield Unlimited."

Regarding participation costs, individual sessions are priced at £10 each. A discounted rate of £200 is available for those who choose to book all 25 sessions, representing a 20% reduction. Further price reductions are offered to specific groups: members of the Permaculture Association Britain (PAB) receive a 25% discount, members of Wilf Richards' personal club are eligible for a 50% discount, and individuals who have already purchased the book may also qualify for additional reductions. Interested parties are advised to contact Wilf Richards directly via email for details on these further discounts.

The course is led by Wilf Richards, who is listed as a certified teacher. There are no apprentice teacher positions available for this particular course. All necessary Zoom details will be provided to participants after their booking is confirmed. The primary contact for inquiries about the course is Wilf Richards, reachable at wilf.abundantearth@gmail.com. This online book club offers a structured and interactive platform for individuals to deepen their engagement with permaculture principles and connect with a broader community of practitioners.