Build it with Straw: A Workshop on Sustainable Building

October 24-26 and October 27 (optional)
Begins on Friday night with an overview lecture open to the public at 7 pm.
Cost: $25.
Saturday and Sunday, 9 am-5 pm.
Cost: $225 (includes lunch and Friday night lecture).
Monday, 9-5 pm. No cost. Lodging: $50 per night (includes breakfast).

Experience the beauty and simplicity of construction with baled straw, while learning its benefits, design principles, construction techniques, and ways of working with building regulations. The workshop includes hands-on experience in building a straw bale structure at Genesis Farm.

Presenter Ron Hornung says "My experience supervising two straw bale construction projects at Genesis Farm has convinced me that it is a realistic, easily understood approach for do-it-yourselfers. In terms of costs and environmental accountability it is a highly desirable, responsible way to build. As pioneers in building with bales in this region, we have resolved many issues that will contribute to the success of others."

Workshop leaders: Ron Hornung teaches and consults after 30 years as a self-employed designer and builder. John Hall's vision for his own company - Barko Building - is constructing 100% green buildings. Bob Wisniewski is an engineering, energy and construction consultant. Jim Weinrich is coordinator of the lands and buildings at Genesis Farm.