Join our women facilitated second annual Permaculture Design Course at the Ruby Ranch in Candler, NC (just 20 minutes west of Asheville). Whether you’re new to permaculture or a seasoned practitioner, our space is designed to inspire, connect, and empower.

Learn permaculture with veteran teachers and a group that meets three times in spring and early summer of 2026. Whether you plan to use this knowledge for your career or in your personal life, you’ll acquire the skills to create self-sufficient ecosystems and sustainably manage land while building a social support network. 

You’ll be part of a cohort of permaculture students dedicated to creating a better future. Students can put their new land management skills to good use right away in a critical real-world situation while learning the principles of resilience and community preparedness. 

We believe that sustainable land stewardship thrives on diversity and inclusivity. Our permaculture courses are dedicated to creating equitable learning environments that honor and uplift systemically excluded voices, fostering a community where everyone can connect with the land and each other.

The 2026 course is not yet open for purchase, but if you’d like to join the waitlist to be notified when it goes on sale, contact the Ruby Ranch or email BeatriceNathan@gmail.com.

Session One- Five-day intensive

Wednesday, April 8th-Sunday, April 12th

Session Two

Friday, May 22nd-Sunday, May 24th

Session Three

Friday, June 26th-Sunday, June 28th