Second farm confirmed! If everything pulls together I will be just outside of Lawrence, Kansas at Karlin Family Farms from May 19th-June 6th (after which point is reunion time for my birthday in Chicago!). I've been to Lawrence a couple of times and always really enjoyed it there so it'll be nice to have a little more time to explore the town. During the time I am there Warren Brush of www.quailsprings.org will be hosting a Permaculture [permanent agriculture] Design Series which I've been invited to attend. I like the idea of sitting in on a few lectures but I am more excited about the idea of getting my hands dirty!
I spoke on the phone with Brady Karlin, brother of Troy Karlin (the stewards of the farm which has been in the family since 1985). The Karlin's hope to turn the 10 acre property into a thriving homestead and educational facility, as well as develop a master permaculture plan for the farm which now includes a 225 native fruit and nut tree orchard and 6500sq ft perennial garden. Brady sounded like a really friendly, laid back guy and I'm really looking forward to working with them.
Also: Kansas friends- this is a call to you! Come volunteer with me. It will be fun, I promise!
You can see their facebook group here and their website here!
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