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Coastal Regeneration Immersion: Permaculture Design Certification in Jalisco, Mexico

Tropical Dry Forest Permaculture Design & Regenerative Stewardship Certification (PDC)12-Day Intensive | 120 Hours | Costalegre, Jalisco, Mexico APPLY AT XOCHIRAIZ.COM Join us for an immersive Permaculture Design Certificate course set in the tropical dry forest bioregion of coastal Jalisco. This 120-hour intensive blends internationally recognized PDC curriculum with hands-on regenerative practice — combining ecological design, agroforestry, natural building, and community stewardship into one integrated learning experience. Lead Faculty Jorge Luis Gtz. Olarte (Arborescencia RedGenerativa) – Regenerative Design, Soil Biology & Agroforestry Ozzy Lusth (Survior & Xochiraíz) – Wilderness Resilience & Survival Skills Dave Collins (Capacha Coastal Conservation Center) – Bioarchitecture & Ecological Development What You’ll LearnThe course moves through six progressive phases: Permaculture & Ecological Literacy – ethics, principles, and reading the tropical dry forest landscape Water & Soil Systems – keyline design, water harvesting, living soils, and compost systems Horticulture – food garden design, propagation, and biological pest control Regenerative Food Systems – tropical agroforestry, food forest design, and guild planting Ecological Infrastructure – bamboo bioarchitecture, bioclimatic farm design, compost toilets, greywater, and rocket stoves Integrated Design Studio – team-based final design projects covering watershed strategy, agroforestry, food forest layout, infrastructure, and phased implementation Daily RhythmMornings begin with optional surf/yoga and journaling, followed by field practicums and hands-on workshops. Afternoons include design studio and construction lab work, with reflection circles, communal dinners, and evening talks, films, or campfire discussions rounding out the day. Final ProjectParticipants work in teams to produce a full regenerative design package — landscape analysis, water plan, agroforestry design, food forest plan, ecological infrastructure, and bioclimatic farm plan — presented to a faculty review panel on the final day, followed by a closing ceremony, certificate delivery, and community feast. CertificationGraduates receive the Tropical Dry Forest Permaculture Design & Regenerative Stewardship Certification (120 contact hours), hosted by Capacha Coastal Conservation Center and Tierralegre, A.C. Curriculum integrates international PDC standards with tropical ecology, agroforestry, ecological restoration, bamboo bioarchitecture, bioclimatic design, GIS/photogrammetry, and regenerative leadership. Highlights Hands-on bamboo construction (temazcal, bathhouses, sculpture) Tropical dry forest silviculture practicum Community mapping and design project for Ekoa Green Community Talent show and sea turtle release
January 10, 2027 00:00 – January 24, 2027 23:59
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Community Matchmaking: Get Help Finding Your Community

Would you like to join an intentional community but don’t know how? Feel overwhelmed by the number of communities out there? Not sure if there is one that’s a fit for you? CommunityFinders is here to support you on your path to community living. You can find your community by: Taking the free Community Types Quiz to learn which of the most common types of community is a fit for you. Booking a 1:1 consultation with a Community Matchmaker to receive recommendations for communities that are a fit for you. Joining the Money and Community Mini-Course to find out which communities are within your budget. Reading the book Intentional Community to help you understand your options and decide whether community living is right for you. Our goal is to help community seekers become community finders — people with confidence that their community match is out there and they will find it. Looking forward to working with you to find your community! Please be in touch, Cynthia Tina Founder communityfinders.com What communitarians are saying: “Cynthia helped me clarify the intentional communities that fit me, better get to know them, and finally choose one that I’m now a member of. I have no doubt anyone on a community journey will find great value in her guidance.” – Alan Stillman “Out of potentially thousands of communities, Cynthia matched me with very similar values revealed on their websites. I am in the process of applying to visit the number one recommendation. I’m excited and thankful for Cynthia‘s skills. Beyond well worth.” – Tommy Teeple “Due to her extensive community experience, she could offer many insights, provide useful tips and present selected communities to me that she had visited herself.” – Antonia Von Hassell
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Searching for cash partners in development

TITLE:Seeking 6 Founding Cash Partners — 20 Deeded Acres in WV (Well & Septic) + 1/8th Debt-Free Farm & Shop ($200k) BODY:We are assembling 8 households (6 cash shareholders + 2 experienced builders) to buy and develop 180 acres in rural West Virginia—closing together so the property is 100% debt-free from Day 1. Our goal is a multi-generational homesteading environment with total freedom on your own land, paired with a well-equipped common hub shared with like-minded neighbors. WHAT YOUR $200,000 BUY-IN INCLUDES:* 20 Private Deeded Acres: Fee-simple 20-acre lot with a private drilled well and 1,250-gallon septic installed during buildout.* 1/8th Ownership of a 20-Acre Shared Commons (Zero Land Mortgage):- Shop & Fleet: 4-car auto shop (2-post lift & 240V welder), equipment barn, band sawmill, log splitter, tracked skid steer, mini excavator, tractor & dump trailer.- Homestead & Kids: Natural creek/stream access, water house with dual cisterns, greenhouse, homeschool/reading room, playground, pavilion & fire pit.- Commons Guest Cabin (Post-Build): Existing cabin converts into a $45-$65/night guest cabin for members’ visiting family, with open dates rented on Airbnb by the association to fund community reserves.* Zero Dues for 5 Years: A $65,000 reserve funded at closing covers all commons taxes, insurance, road gravel, and equipment upkeep for 5 years ($100-$150/mo starting Year 6). SEVEN CORE PRINCIPLES:Earth-friendly stewardship, no discrimination, no religion, no politics, no hunting/wildlife protection, no private commercial businesses, and total freedom on your private 20 acres. WHY THIS BEATS RAW LAND & ECOVILLAGES:Raw 20-acre WV land costs $135k-$250k+ with zero utilities or machinery. Unlike traditional ecovillages, you get a real deed to 20 acres, no 2-year trial gauntlet, and fast builder execution backed by third-party milestone escrow draws. We are locking in our 6 partners via non-binding LOIs before putting our target 180-acre tract under contract so everyone walks the land together. Reply or DM me with a brief intro for our 1-Page Prospectus and Partner Questionnaire
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Beautiful Eco-Friendly Home in Central North Carolina

Welcome home to thoughtful craftsmanship, low-maintenance living, and exceptional energy efficiency across 1,254 square feet of well-designed living space. Step through the front door into a light-flooded sunroom— the perfect setting to sip your morning coffee while taking in serene views of the mature grounds. Inside, the open-concept living and dining room combo centers around a cozy propane fireplace, ready for chilly evenings and effortless entertaining. The heart of the home features a beautifully appointed kitchen boasting custom maple cabinetry with glass-front display accents, durable granite countertops, an undermount sink, and room for stool seating at the counter for casual meals. The bathroom features two space-saving pocket doors—offering direct access from both the main living area and the bedroom—as well as a fully tiled shower enclosure, a handheld showerhead, and a toilet with an upgraded bidet seat. Thoughtful design extends to the back entry, where a secondary covered porch opens directly into a mudroom/laundry room to keep clutter out of sight. An elegant solid oak staircase ascends to an expansive, sunlit loft offering exceptional flexibility: easily convert it into a second bedroom with bath, or enjoy it today as a home office, studio, fitness zone, or guest retreat—complete with generous storage along the knee walls. Built for lasting peace of mind, this ENERGY STAR® qualified home features premium building upgrades, including a durable metal roof, fiber-cement Hardie Plank siding, high-performance Rockwool insulation, and a sealed, climate-controlled crawlspace. Outside, the property is a private sanctuary featuring mature, pollinator-friendly gardens, a tranquil meditation nook, a flourishing passion fruit bush, and a rain barrel for eco-friendly garden watering. For more information on joining the Living Well Community in North Carolina, talk to Harvey at  919-799-6819. To learn more about this beautiful home, talk to Tina at 843-834-6566 or email her at  ti********@*****il.com 
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