Midwinter Agriculture Intensive
BEE, COW, & WORM:
THE INTERCONNECTED
AGRICULTURAL INDIVIDUALITY
At the heart of biodynamics is the image of caring for the earth and her kingdoms, as you would for a living being, that can unfold and develop into an independent, self-sustaining individuality. The animals that live within (the worm), upon (the cow), and above (the bee) the earth will be our focus for this Midwinter’s Agriculture Intensive. Each of these realms have a digestive process within that transforms and creates something new, a gift for the land that is future-bearing. Lectures 4, 7 and 8 in Rudolf Steiner’s course, Agriculture, will be the supporting foundation for our journey together. We hope to deepen our relationship with these visible beings, as well as their unseen counterparts in the elemental world, who play such a vital role in weaving together the farm individuality.
We will spend this festive Midwinter time in lecture, conversation, meal sharing, and artistic and practical activities. And of course, you won’t want to miss our much anticipated annual talent show!
Who is this course for?
This course is most accessible to those who have some familiarity with Rudolf Steiner’s spiritual scientific perspective, but is open to all. Whether you are a farmer, gardener, teacher, eurythmist or just anyone who would like to spend time in community deepening their understanding of the living earth, we welcome you!
Registration Information:
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SCHEDULE: The course begins with a presentation on Friday evening at 7:30 pm and concludes with lunch at 12:30 pm on Monday. The detailed schedule will be posted soon.
CONFERENCE RATE: $445 (Includes lunches/dinners/snacks). Lodging separately available here.
EARLY BIRD SPECIAL: Available through December 31, 2024: 10% savings! Use discount code: midwinter2025earlybird
DISCOUNTED RATE: We are offering a discounted rate of $345 for people who live and/or work within the Threefold and Fellowship Communities. Please email [email protected] letting us know your affiliation, and we’ll give you a discount code.
APPRENTICE RATE: A rate of $245 is available for farm apprentices who were active during the 2024 season or will be apprenticing in 2025. Please send an email to [email protected] with a short description of your apprenticeship and why you feel this course would benefit your continued learning. Once reviewed and approved, you will receive a discount code.
CANCELLATION POLICY: You may cancel your registration any time before December 31, 2024, for a full refund, less a $25 administrative fee. No refunds will be offered after December 31, 2024.
Course Faculty:
Mac Mead
Megan Durney
Marney Blair
Sea-Anna Vasilas
Jennifer Kleinbach
MC Kim Vaughan
Faculty bios can be found here.