About us
Permaculture aims to regenerate healthy, productive landscapes and communities by consciously applying ecological principles to the design of human habitats. It is a theory, a mindset, and a lens for looking at the world in order to create a sustainable and just planet for all. Permaculture’s three ethics - Earth Care, People Care and Fair Share - and its twelve principles are used to design systems that create and foster healthy relationships. Through this discipline, each of us can take greater responsibility for ourselves and our world by developing life skills for sustainable living to become active participants and producers.
“Permaculture gives us a toolkit for moving from a culture of fear and scarcity to one of love and abundance.” -Toby Hemenway (permaculturist & author)
What we do: We build community, share ideas and learn how to move forward mindfully and in tune with the ethics of Earth Care, People Care and Fair Share. Through the Seacoast NH Permaculture Meetup and other partner organizations we bring people together by offering workshops, speakers, movies, discussions, swaps, potluck meals and other events.
"We don't know what details of a truly sustainable future are going to be like, but we need options, we need people experimenting in all kinds of ways and permaculturists are one of the critical gangs that are doing that." -Dr. David Suzuki (geneticist, broadcaster, environmentalist)
Our mission: Seacoast NH Permaculture Group empowers individuals and communities to work together to create resiliency through the use of Permaculture in the NH seacoast area and beyond. We inspire and teach each other by sharing skills, knowledge, and regenerative practices, nurturing our connections and celebrating our work.
“You cannot save the land apart from the people or the people apart from the land.” -Wendell Berry (farmer, environmentalist, author)
Land Acknowledgment: Indigenous cultures, past and present, have been an inspiration to our learning and the development of permaculture. To honor them and to deepen our connection to and understanding of the land we are living on, we share that the Seacoast of NH is the traditional ancestral homeland of the Abenaki, Pennacook and Wabanaki Peoples. We are grateful to them for stewarding this area so beautifully for thousands of years and continuing that work now. They invite us to join their efforts – see indigenousnh.com to learn more.
Upcoming events
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- $10.00
"Journey of an Apprentice: A Biodiversity Story Scenario" Author Conversation
·OnlineOnlineSeacoast Permaculture member, Erling Jorgensen, joins us to discuss this recent publication which he wrote and illustrated.
After taking a “Systems Thinking and Scenario Building” course in 2022, Erling became determined to learn how life processes work and how they can be restored. He also wanted to communicate this in a fun way to people with little training in biology and science. The result is "Journey of An Apprentice." Jim Laurie of Bio4Climate says: "Erling Jorgensen is challenging us to learn from the Elders, the many living things that have learned to deal with the great changes we face on Planet Earth."
You are encouraged to read this before we gather: Journey of an Apprentice: A Biodiversity Story Scenario can be found at:
https://bio4climate.org/2024/06/10/journey-of-an-apprentice/COST: Sliding scale of $10-25 with a $10 nonrefundable deposit due here. Or avoid paypal and the extra charges - send a check to Seacoast Permaculture, 219 France Rd, Barrington NH 03825!
LED BY: Erling Jorgensen has been studying and experimenting with Permaculture for about nine years. He and his wife Karen have an acre in Henniker, NH, where they've tried out various methods. Erling has taken several courses from Jim Laurie of Bio4Climate.
JOINING ONLINE: Our online programs are offered via Zoom. When you rsvp "yes" the Zoom link will be visible to you on this page. Whenever you are logged in to your meetup account and come to this page you will be able to see it, click on it, or cut and paste it. We send you a message with the link through meetup, but your email or meetup settings may stop it from reaching you, so *remember to come to this page for access!*
NEWSFLASH: We launched a Seacoast NH Permaculture monthly newsletter that will NOT go through meetup. Diversifying our communication methods will make the group more resilient. The newsletter covers upcoming events, information and photos. Sign up for the newsletter here!
3 attendees - $10.00
Miyawaki (and other) Miniforests Workshop
·OnlineOnlineThe Miyawaki (mee-ah-WOK-ee) miniforest was developed by Akira Miyawaki as a method of planting to tackle environmental degradation and restore native forests in urban and industrial areas. His approach aimed to accelerate forest growth, enhance biodiversity, and create resilient ecosystems. By densely planting native species and improving soil conditions, Miyawaki mini-forests grow much faster than conventional reforestation efforts, often maturing in 10 to 20 years instead of 100. These forests help combat urban heat islands, improve air quality and provide green spaces for communities. The method has been widely adopted across the world, from Japan to India, Brazil, and already hundreds in the US.
Mark will also discuss other methods that can achieve similar goals: food forests, community gardens, multi-use solar fields, and pollinator gardens/pathways/contiguous habitat.
Please join Mark Haubner for this introductory, interactive discussion about how you can bring one of these life-affirming pocket forests to your community.
COST: Sliding scale of $10-25 with a $10 nonrefundable deposit due here. Or avoid paypal and the extra charges - send a check to Seacoast Permaculture, 219 France Rd, Barrington NH 03825!
LED BY: Mark Haubner, resident of the Peconic Bioregion of NY, has served as president of the North Fork Environmental Council, co-chair of the Town of Riverhead Environmental Advisory Committee and a member of Suffolk County Council on Environmental Quality. He currently volunteers for 10 nonprofit organizations, all of which focus on protecting the environment. He is a passionate advocate working to educate people about how all of the Earth’s natural systems are intertwined and so are the solutions to the ecological problems we face. Mark has participated in many online programs with Seacoast Permaculture and we are thrilled to have him join us as a presenter now as well.
JOINING ONLINE: Our online programs are offered via Zoom. When you rsvp "yes" the Zoom link will be visible to you on this page. Whenever you are logged in to your meetup account and come to this page you will be able to see it, click on it, or cut and paste it. We send you a message with the link through meetup, but your email or meetup settings may stop it from reaching you, so *remember to come to this page for access!*
NEWSFLASH: We launched a Seacoast NH Permaculture monthly newsletter that will NOT go through meetup. Diversifying our communication methods will make the group more resilient. The newsletter covers upcoming events, information and photos. Sign up for the newsletter here!
8 attendees 
Permaculture Team Trivia! An Afternoon of Trivia, Community & Cider
North Country Hard Cider, 38 Littleworth Road, Dover, NH, USJoin us at North Country Hard Cider in Dover for a fun, social afternoon of team trivia focused on permaculture, NH ecology, and the land. Whether you’re deeply into soil science or simply enjoy nature and good company, this event is designed to be welcoming, lighthearted, and engaging. We’ll play in teams of 4–6 - come with a group or arrive on your own and we’ll place you on a team. Expect a mix of ecological knowledge, local flavor, humor, and a bit of friendly competition, all in the warm atmosphere of the cider house.
COST: There is no cost to attend, though optional donations to Seacoast NH Permaculture are deeply appreciated; a collection jar will be available.
Please RSVP so we can plan team numbers and materials—we look forward to seeing you there.
AGE: Because this event is hosted in a cider taproom, attendees must be 21 or older.
REFRESHMENTS: Drinks & snacks will be available for purchase from the venue.
Come enjoy an afternoon of connection, conversation, community learning, and a chance to test your knowledge while sipping some excellent local cider.
NOTE from SP Organizers: Want to stay in the loop beyond our Meetups? Sign up for the monthly Seacoast NH Permaculture email newsletter to get notified about additional local and online events, hands-on projects, and resources. Sign up here. Unsubscribe at any time.
9 attendees- $15.00
Spring Book Study Begins: "Is a River Alive?"
·OnlineOnlineJoin NOFA-NH and Seacoast Permaculture for a 4-part Zoom book discussion of: Is a River Alive? by Robert Macfarlane.
Is a River Alive? is a joyful, mind-expanding exploration of an ancient, urgent idea: that rivers are living beings who should be recognized as such in imagination and law. Macfarlane takes us on three unforgettable journeys with extraordinary people, stories, and places: the cloud-forests of Ecuador, the wounded creeks and lagoons of India, and the spectacular, imperiled wild rivers of Canada. Braiding these journeys is the life story of the fragile chalk stream a mile from Macfarlane's house. With dazzling prose and stories, Is a River Alive? opens hearts, challenges perspectives, and reminds us that our fate always flows with that of rivers.
For our first meeting, please read the Prologue and Introduction. We'll also spend time meeting each other and going over the plan for the series.
SCHEDULE/PLAN: We will meet on Zoom for a facilitated discussion Mondays, March 16, March 30, April 6 & April 20 (4 weeks), 7-8:30pm.
COST: Register here to join us for the first meeting for $15 per person. After that, donations for meetings will be welcomed but not required. You can avoid paypal by sending a check to Seacoast Permaculture, 219 France Rd, Barrington NH 03825 - we both save money this way, too!
In our Permaculture Topics Discussions & Book Studies, we aim to expand our knowledge of topics related to permaculture in an ongoing series where members can connect to build community. This series has a particular focus on "social/societal permaculture."
The series is facilitated by Seacoast Permaculture & NOFA-NH members who are involved in organic growing, education and social justice movements. The facilitators help the conversation move along, and make sure everyone gets a chance to share.
About our cosponsor: NOFA-NH actively promotes organic, regenerative, ecologically sound farming, gardening, eating, and land care practices for healthy communities. We help people build local, just, and sustainable food systems. Learn more at https://www.nofanh.org
NOTE from SP Organizers: Want to stay in the loop beyond our Meetups? Sign up for the monthly Seacoast NH Permaculture email newsletter to get notified about additional local and online events, hands-on projects, and resources. Sign up here. Unsubscribe at any time.
3 attendees
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