2026 Cascadia Permaculture Teacher Training: Urban Harvest
By Jude Hobbs, Carol Burton
TL;DR: Elevate your permaculture instruction skills and gain confidence to teach diverse audiences in an upcoming online teacher training.
- Become a confident permaculture educator.
- Learn dynamic teaching techniques.
- Develop permaculture curriculum.
- Master online and in-person instruction.
- Connect with experienced instructors.
Why it matters: Effective permaculture education is crucial for wider adoption, fostering regenerative practices, and empowering communities to build sustainable futures.
Do this next: Review the program dates and curriculum, then apply if you meet the prerequisites and align with the program’s goals.
Recommended for: Permaculture Design Course (PDC) graduates looking to develop their teaching skills and share permaculture knowledge effectively.
The 2026 Cascadia Permaculture Teacher Training by Urban Harvest, presented by Jude Hobbs (38+ years experience) and Carol Burton, runs online on Saturdays: January 10, 17, 24; February 7, 14, 28; March 7, with times varying by timezone (e.g., 10-2pm CST). For PDC holders, it builds teaching confidence via on-demand videos, live Zoom check-ins, Q&A, interactive sessions, breakout rooms, action planning, and participant-led presentations. Spaced classes allow preparation time. Focuses on applying permaculture in educational settings toward 'Right Livelihood,' with dynamic techniques for diverse audiences. Practical details include sliding scale $575-$625, application via survey, and emphasis on regenerative sharing. Methods involve co-teaching practice, curriculum development, and paradigm-shifting education. Insights highlight empowering instructors to inspire through accessible, information-rich content. This advanced program provides specific steps for educators to disseminate permaculture effectively, enabling scalable teaching of ethics, principles, and strategies in urban regenerative contexts.