In 2012, as never before, the earth as a living being is calling out

to us for recognition, for healing, for sacred and sustainable

ways of tending her soil, plants, animals, and landscapes...

  

You Won't Want to Miss This

 

Every two years, people from across the continent gather to learn, educate, find inspiration, and connect with each other. The energy at Biodynamic Association conferences is incredible. This year we're gathering from November 14-18 in Madison, WI to explore the theme of Sacred Agriculture and how we can build a sacred relationship with the earth through farming, gardening, and transforming our communities. We'd love to see you there!

 

This will be a rare opportunity to meet and learn from an amazing array of renowned biodynamic practitioners. Learn about the biodynamic preparations with Hugh Courtney of the Josephine Porter Institute, biodynamic and sustainable beekeeping with Gunther Hauk of Spikenard Honeybee Sanctuary, biodynamic orchardry with Hugh Williams of Threshold Farm, biodynamic winegrowing with Paul Dolan of Paul Dolan Vineyards, or the relationship of farms and communities with Farmer John Peterson of Angelic Organics - among many, many others!

 

Scholarship and volunteer applications are due soon! Applying by August 15 allows you to register before the Early Bird discount expires on September 15. Scholarship funds and volunteer discounts are limited, so please apply early. You may apply for both. 

 

Would you like to help those with financial need attend the conference? We have already received many scholarship applications. Please donate to the Biodynamic Scholarship Fund to help meet the need. You may donate online, by phone, or by mail. Please note that your donation is for the Biodynamic Scholarship Fund; if donating online, email margaret@biodynamics.com with this information.

 

The Early Bird Deadline is fast approaching. Register by September 15 to save 10%. Members receive an additional 10% off for a total savings of 20%. (You can become a member when you register and receive the discount immediately.)

 

Please reserve your lodging early. A limited block of discounted hotel rooms is available until October 15. We anticipate that other lodging will sell out or become expensive due to other events in Madison at the same time. See our lodging page for options, whatever your preferences or budget. 

 

Would you help us spread the word? To reach as many people as possible who could benefit from this event, we would be grateful for your help with spreading the word about the conference by, for example, forwarding this message to anyone who might be interested or linking to our online information through social media, websites, or newsletters. Please contact rebecca@biodynamics.com with questions or ideas. 

 

Want to sponsor or exhibit? Know someone who might? Please click here or contact margaret@biodynamics.com for further information. Thank you!

 

We hope to see you at the

2012 Biodynamic Conference! 

 

www.biodynamics.com/conference