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Permaculture in Costa Rica

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Posted by Sound Guy on Nov. 3, 2011
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Permaculture course in Costa Rica that explores the core principles of Permaculture Design and applications with the intention of meeting human needs as individuals, within society and community, as well as creating harmony with ecological systems.

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