148: Before You Hire a Landscaper

148: Before You Hire a Landscaper

From Peak Environment by Dave Gardner

January 28, 2026 · 1h 27m · Episode 148

About this episode

The episode discusses the transformative experience of a permaculture design course and its impact on landscaping decisions.

What if ten weekends could change the way you see your land, your home, and your future? Host Ally Richardson interviews three recent graduates of the 2025 Permaculture Design Certification Course where they share the moments that surprised them, the skills that reshaped their thinking, and the unexpected community they found along the way. Before you hire a landscaper, hear what a PDC can unlock. Step into your power and shape the land for good! Mentioned in this episode: 2026 Permaculture Design Course Register here: https://www.pikespeakpermaculture.org/2025-permaculture-design-course/ Pikes Peak Permaculture’s PDC follows the Permaculture Institute of North America curriculum and meets the 72 hour certification standard. The course emphasizes ethics, principles, whole systems thinking, and collaborative site design. The program runs 10 weekends from February to August across Southern Colorado, with a few regional field trips. Lunches are prepared by students on rotation, with snacks provided. Children may attend with prior discussion. Work trade options and financial aid are available. Few spots left, so sign-up today! This episode was produced by Pikes Peak Permaculture, a…

People in this episode

Guest: Recent Graduates Of The 2025 Permaculture Design Certification Course

Topics covered

  • landscaping
  • permaculture
  • community
  • education

Keywords

  • land
  • home
  • future
  • skills
  • community
  • PDC

Mentioned in this episode

Products: 2026 Permaculture Design Course

Places: Southern Colorado, Pikes Peak, the Pikes Peak Region

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