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BING's Facebook group is growing...
 Are you wondering who else is part of the next generation inspired by biodynamics? Then come join BING's facebook group and introduce yourself. Since we started the group last month, more people have been joining daily, and we'd love to have you too!
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Join our team - become a BING intern!
We are still looking for several people to join Christopher on our BING intern team. If you've been dreaming of a gathering of like-minded folks in your community, now is the time to step up! Learn more about this opportunity...
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Thanks for subscribing to the BING e-newsletter! Have something you'd like to share with others? Send it along to me at bing@biodynamics.com and I will include it in a future issue.
- Thea Maria Carlson, BING Coordinator |
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 Young Farmer Gathering sparks new connections
 BING is all about connecting the next generation of people inspired by biodynamics, so we are thrilled that over 70 people came together -- many traveling great distances -- for our Young Farmer Gathering at Angelic Organics Farm and Learning Center. The two-day event included a farm tour, young farmer panels, a delectable potluck dinner, a screening of the Greenhorns, two fantastic musical performances, and many fruitful conversations, as well as dramatic thunderstorms and a full moon! The greatest gift was meeting other enthusiastic young people and sharing our successes, challenges and inspiration. Read the full account on our blog...
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BING welcomes our first intern! We are happy to introduce Christopher Chemsak, BING's first intern. Christopher will be working with us over the coming months to build on the success of our Young Farmer Gathering in the Midwest and organize a BING event in Oregon.  Born and raised in Pennsylvania, Christopher now resides in Oregon and is working in Salem as a school garden coordinator through FoodCorps, a brand new initiative of AmeriCorps and the National Farm to School Network. A recent graduate of University of North Carolina at Asheville, Christopher has a B.S. in Environmental Studies with a concentration in Human Ecology. Two years ago, he was introduced to Biodynamics and was immediately drawn to the broadening of our understanding of the farm as an ecosystem. Since then, he has been motivated to combine his interests in sustainable human habitats with his passion for teaching and mentoring children and he is extremely excited about the opportunity to do so regionally by working with BING.
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Resources 
Did you know you can listen to Rudolf Steiner's Agriculture Course on mp3? On his site Rudolf Steiner Audio, Dale Brunsvold has posted recordings of himself reading "Spiritual Foundations for the Renewal of Agriculture" as well as many of Steiner's other lectures and written work, all available to download free of charge. Thanks to Ben Wilson for the tip! Another great resource for newcomers to biodynamics (or anyone who wants to deepen their understanding) is the Oregon Biodynamic Group's online introduction to biodynamics class, which features seven chapters complete with illustrations. |
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Upcoming Events
The following is a sample of upcoming events listed on our website. For full details on these and many more events, please visit our calendar. To share events, please email bing@biodynamics.com. Sept. 9: Michaelmas Workshop: Making Horn Manure (BD#500) and Stinging Nettle (BD #504) Preparations, Josephine Porter Institute, Woolwine, VA Sept. 10: Introduction to Biodynamics, Rudolf Steiner College, Fair Oaks, CA Sept. 17: Big Picture and Practical Application of Biodynamic Practices, Foxhollow Farm, Crestwood, KY Sept. 24: Biodynamic Association of Northern California (BDANC) Fall Meeting, Live Power Community Farm, Covelo, CA Sept. 25 - Oct. 1: Permaculture Design Course from the Biodynamic Perspective, Miel Farm and Apiary, Auburne, ME Sept. 30 - Oct. 2: Harvest Festival and Biodynamic Conference, Long Hungry Creek Farm, Red Boiling Springs, TN Sept. 30 - Oct. 3: Living Questions: Exploring the Role of Individual and Community in Spiritual Scientific Research, Threefold Educational Center, Chestnut Ridge, NY Oct. 3-4: Oregon Biodynamic Group Fall Meeting, Wintergreen Farm, Noti, OR Oct. 19-23: JPI Annual Fall Workshop - Session 1, Josephine Porter Institute, Woolwine, VA Oct. 23: Introductory Workshop: What Is Biodynamics?, Hawthorne Valley Farm, Ghent, NY
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Opportunities
The following is a sample of opportunities posted on our website. For a full and current list of opportunities available, please visit our forums. To share employment, internship, or other opportunities, please email bing@biodynamics.com. Raphael Garden at Rudolf Steiner College Seeks Apprentice - CA The Apprenticeship Program at Rudolf Steiner College is held in conjunction with NABDAP (the North American Biodynamic Apprenticeship Program) and applicants who are, or will be, participating in the NABDAP program will be given preference. Training is both practical and theoretical, intended for people looking for a vocation as small-scale farmers or as garden teachers. Ranch Steward for Slide Ranch - CA The Ranch Steward is responsible for managing all livestock at Slide Ranch in a manner consistent with our mission. Slide Ranch is hoping to find someone with biodynamic experience for this position. Intern or Farm Assistant - Granja Valle Pintado - Argentina Granja Comunitaria Valle Pintado (Painted Valley Community Farm) is located 6 kilometers outside of the lively artisan town of El Bolsón, Argentina among the Patagonian Andean mountains on the 42nd latitude, and along the banks of the pristine Río Azul river. We work the land through manual-style, low-till, organic agricultural practices, inspired by the principles of Steiner's biodynamics, the natural farming of Fukuoka, and permaculture. Finca Luna Nueva seeks intern - Costa Rica Located near the Arenal Volcano in northern Costa Rica, this farm focuses on growing ginger and turmeric on rotating plots of our agriculture land. Bordering Costa Rica's Bosque Eterno de los Ninos, the Finca encompasses both primary and secondary forest with hiking trails and habitat walks for those interested in learning more about rainforest ecosystems.
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Biodynamic Initiative for the Next Generation
www.biodynamics.com/bing
BING is a program of the Biodynamic Farming & Gardening Association
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