High Valley Dawn Permaculture Farm Yeppoon

28/11/2024

Six spots subsist to see Suvi's spectacular symposium
We're super stoked to suppose a super special sellout showcase schedule next Saturday and Sunday...

Ok, sorry we'll stop with the alliteration. It might make it a little difficult to accurately portray the message that WE ARE ONLY A LITTLE OVER A WEEK OUT FROM OUR FOOD FORESTRY DEEP DIVE AND 9 OUT OF THE 15 SPOTS HAVE BEEN SNAPPED UP!

So, if you've been sitting on the fence and waiting till the last minute to book, make sure you grab a ticket quickly because this one will probably sell out.

If you missed our previous email, we are honoured to be once again hosting international man of mystery, Suveran Dewsnap for our inaugural quarterly 2 day deep dive course.

In this series, we aim to take you from permaculture zero to permaculture hero by teaching you the practical, hands-on skills through practical experience of what is happening on an established, working, off-grid permaculture farm from season to season.

This deep dive is all about summer in the food forest which includes a lot of understory, pruning and support species management as well as an introduction to Food Forestry and some theory and Q & A time with a master who has been in the game for over 30 years.

Schedule

Saturday 7th December

8:00am - 8:30am: Welcome circle
8:30am - 9:00am: An introduction to food forestry, visioning your dreams, food forest history/planning/implementation, the design and benefits of swales and the 7 layers of a food forest with farm Owner Ross O'Reilly
9:00am - 11:00am: An overview of food forests, the elements of a food forest and banana management with Suvi
11:00am - 12:00pm: Lunch
12:00pm - 2:00pm: Food forest pruning and maintenance theory (indoor session)
2:00pm - 2:30pm: Afternoon tea
2:30pm - 5:00pm: Hands-on pruning and maintenance experience in the food forest
5:00pm - 6:00pm: Down time
6:00pm - 7:00pm: Dinner
7:00pm - late: Fire side chats and jam session or movie night

Sunday 8th December

6:00am - 7:00am: Breakfast
7:00am - 9:30am: Management of support species and canopy balance according to climate
9:30am - 11am: Hands-on food forestry maintenance session 2
11:00am - 12:00pm: Lunch
12:00pm - 2:00pm: Understory plants and perennial vegetable crops
2:00pm - 2:30pm: Afternoon tea
2:30pm - 4:00pm: Understory planting
4:00pm - 4:30pm: Closing circle and good bye

Please note: Course guests are welcome to stay on the farm Friday, Saturday or Sunday in one of our glamping tents, tiny homes or they are welcome to camp for free but only the meals on the schedule are included with the course cost so it is advised to bring some food depending on your own schedule. We really invite you to come and experience living on a working permaculture farm for the weekend and we have great camping and cooking facilities on site.

Tickets available by clicking this link https://www.highvalleydawn.com.au/shop?utm_campaign=8b068f62-11d6-4803-8cd4-45c995c076a1&utm_source=so&utm_medium=lp

Hailing from New Zealand, our special guest presenter Suveran Dewsnap (Suvi) will be showcasing the knowledge he has accumulated over 30 years of travelling and planting exotic trees. Suvi's wealth of knowledge will be showcased using the working example of the masterpiece food forest he planted out...

07/11/2024

December Food Forestry Deep Dive with Suveran Dewsnap

We are super excited to introduce the first in a series of short deep dive courses that are aimed at giving you the practical skills you require to go from Permaculture zero to Permaculture hero.

2 Day Food Forestry Deep Dive

Saturday 7th December and Sunday the 8th December

Hailing from New Zealand, our special guest presenter Suveran Dewsnap (Suvi) will be showcasing the knowledge he has accumulated over 30 years of travelling and planting exotic trees.

Suvi's wealth of knowledge will be showcased using the working example of the masterpiece food forest he planted out around 5 years ago at High Valley Dawn.

Because Suvi's knowledge goes so deep, we have decided to split these courses up into easy-to-digest 2 day chunks that will focus on the specific hands-on work that is being done and the changes in management as the seasons change.

In this special Summer installation, we will be teaching you:
• An introduction to food forestry, visioning your dreams, food forest history/planning/implementation, the design and benefits of swales and the 7 layers of a food forest with farm Owner Ross O'Reilly
• How and when to prune fruit trees for production and ease of picking with Suvi
• How and when to manage a food forest as it grows in relation to spacings Suvi
• How and when to manage support species to understand the balance between sun and shade (i.e. canopy regulation)
• Effective chemical-free management of bananas

Ready to take the next step on your self-sufficiency journey?

Full 2 day deep dive course including all meals, classes and BYO camping $195

(Tiny Homes and Glamping Tents available at an extra cost)

Course limited to 15 students to make sure everyone gets a personalised experience and gets their specific questions answered.

We're only about 12 minutes from Yeppoon for those who live locally but are offering the immersive experience of 3 nights camping on site included in the course price for those who want to have the full experience, are travelling from out of town or are looking to dive a little deeper into living in a real off-grid Permaculture community!

Email [email protected] for more details.

Tickets available from our website

Hailing from New Zealand, our special guest presenter Suveran Dewsnap (Suvi) will be showcasing the knowledge he has accumulated over 30 years of travelling and planting exotic trees. Suvi's wealth of knowledge will be showcased using the working example of the masterpiece food forest he planted out...

24/10/2024

✨ Located at the heart of the Visit Capricorn Coast, Queensland, our new Tiny Home accommodation is the perfect R&R for your next coastal escape 💛

🍍🍌 As an operational permaculture farm, our team has been welcoming visitors during our Sunday morning farm tours for a little while now, showcasing the story of permaculture ethics and talking all things sustainable farming.

🤸 We are SO excited to add the piece de resistance, four new tiny homes are now available for your very own Capricorn Coast farm stay 🏞️

For more info, or online bookings please head to our website: https://bit.ly/3BWc3tX

21/09/2024

💫 Having Harvestival fomo? Not to worry - ticket sales are open all weekend!

👉 Come and join the fun, we’d love to see you! Grab your tickets here: https://www.harvestival.com.au/tickets.html

🕺This weekend is chock full of events - living off grid workshop, ice bath and sauna, body art, food forestry deep dive, ecstatic dance and so much more!

🫡 See you on the farm!

20/09/2024

🤩 Today is the day! We can’t wait to kick off Harvestival 2024!!

🎸 Here's a sneak peak of what's going on this weekend. We have a jam packed schedule!

👉 Limited tickets are available! Get in quick: https://www.harvestival.com.au/tickets.html

👋 We'll see you very soon

17/09/2024

🤩 Only two more sleeps until the Harvestival festivities begin! Are you as excited as we are?!

👉 Limited tickets are available. Secure yours now: https://www.harvestival.com.au/tickets.html

🧘‍♀️ Get ready to dive into an action packed weekend - permaculture workshops, yoga, wellbeing, music and more.

17/09/2024

🤔 Need a boost? Seeking relaxation? Feeling adventurous? The Harvestival Dawn Cafe has got you covered with plant-powered elixirs and drinks. Enjoy organic offerings, with something for every taste.

🫖 If you’re in need of a pick-me-up the Blue Hot Turmeric is perfect to energise your day. Sit back and relax while you sip on a soothing floral tea before your massage. Enjoy a zesty kombucha and get ready to dance the night away!

🫶 At the Dawn Cafe, we share Mother Earth’s commitment to community wellbeing, taking pride in ethical craft and use organic ingredients - that taste delicious too! Come, sip, and savour!

Grab your tickets now: https://www.harvestival.com.au/tickets.html

16/09/2024

😁 Two more sleeps until the Harvestival Permaculture Retreat kicks off! Get ready to recharge your mind, body, and spirit.

👉 Tickets are still available: https://www.harvestival.com.au/retreat.html

Join 9 expert presenters from Australia and beyond and immerse yourself in hands-on learning and transformative workshops.

🌱 Sessions include morning yoga, market gardening and composting, biodynamics, soil health, food forestry, building community, cooking classes, mainframe design, kitchen garden design, pioneer and preparation, the evolution of human consciousness, and a graduation and tree planting ceremony.

Plus, retreat participants will receive a complimentary weekend pass to the Harvestival festivities. How good?!

We are a 140 acre Permaculture Farm located in Rosslyn Bay, Queensland. We are creating a self-sustaining community and supplying our nearby Farm to Table restaurant Beaches Restaurant Rosslyn Bay. Go to www.highvalleydawn.com.au to stay or work with us.

15/09/2024

🍎 Feeling peckish? The Harvestival Dawn Cafe will be open all weekend to fuel the festivities. It’s the perfect spot to relax, enjoy delicious organic food, and absorb top-notch educational insights.

🎼 Featuring workshops in singing/songwriting, biodynamics, jammin’ with the plants, harmonica, and holistic animal and land health.

👨‍🍳 International Chef Jan Kovak will be leading the charge to bring you the very best offerings.

We’ll see you there! To secure your tickets visit: https://www.harvestival.com.au/line-up.html

14/09/2024

💃 Are you excited to dance the days away? 18 talented musicians and DJs will keep the Harvestival sound alive all weekend long.

For more information and tickets visit: https://www.harvestival.com.au/tickets.html

❤️‍🔥 The heartbeat of Harvestival pulses through the Tranquility Stage and dance floor, where the sacred fire flickers, and the world-renowned Funktion-One speakers promise an auditory experience like no other. Here, beneath the stars, song and dance become the language of the soul.

🎸 Featuring the Friday night funk welcome party (rock, funk, and blues), singing bowl harmonics, flow arts, contact improv dance, live soloists, live dub/electronica bands, DJ’s and sound healing.

13/09/2024

🥶 Are you game for an ice bath? Join us at the Harvestival Synergy Healing Hub - the epicentre of wellness for this transformative and nourishing weekend.

🧘‍♀️ Featuring sessions in yoga, breathwork, ice bath, sauna, conscious combat, meditation, cacao ceremony, body art, laughter yoga, Qi Gong, and Zenthai.

For more information and to book your Harvestival tickets visit: https://www.harvestival.com.au/tickets.html

12/09/2024

😄 Exciting news… High Valley Dawn Harvestival 2024 offers FREE admission for kids under 18! Our friends at Nature Play are hosting the Bush ‘Un’ School, a world of wonder and a weekend full of fun, where children can play the days away. Held in a secluded wild space, set aside from the festival, to inspire and empower our youngest Harvestival goers.

🕺Featuring wild and free dance, lawn games, campfire dinner, twilight cinema, ‘playcosystem’ adventure playground, eco art fest, flow arts play session, and a scavenger hunt.

The passionate homegrown team is excited to welcome you! For more details about the Bush ‘Un’ School and to purchase tickets visit: https://www.harvestival.com.au/tickets.html

11/09/2024

🌏 Ready to embrace the rhythm of the Earth? At Harvestival, we honour the Spring Equinox in the Southern Hemisphere, a time of balance, renewal, and the awakening of the natural world.

💫 As we celebrate the magic of this season, step into the Heart Space Teepee. This workshop hub offers space to ground and connect with the land. Join Wonderbloom weaving, street art, discussion panels, body percussion, song circles, making nature art, and conscious communication.

To learn more about the Harvestival visit: https://www.harvestival.com.au/tickets.html

10/09/2024

🥕 Got a knack for gardening? The Harvestival Garden Gatheringz Hub offers an immersive garden experience. Enjoy interactive workshops, insightful talks from guest speakers, guided tours, and animal feedings.

💩 Join sessions on bush regen planting, humanure composting, intro to permaculture principles, food forestry, market gardening, regenerative grazing systems, living off grid, and feeding the animals.

To learn more about the Harvestival and view the full line up visit: https://www.harvestival.com.au/tickets.html

09/09/2024

Did you know that at the Harvestival, we’re hosting over 65 events across our seven workshop hubs? There’s something for everyone!

🍌The Homesteading Hub, run by The Permalchemist, allows you to discover the art of utilising your harvest, emphasising the value of not just growing but cherishing our food.

🌻Featuring garden remedies, herbal steam blends, sourdough starters, fermenting, kombucha flavours, seed saving, DIY seed cards, and candle making.

To learn more about the Harvestival and purchase tickets visit: https://www.harvestival.com.au/tickets.html

09/09/2024

Hi there,
We have lost our beautiful female Meremma Pixie who went missing from our friends property at the Caves just north of Rockhampton. If you know of anyone who lives in that area could you get them to keep an eye out for her and phone 0418 757097 if they know of her whereabouts please. 🙏💜

06/09/2024

🤩 We are super excited to announce that this year, we will be hosting a 3 day retreat leading up to the Harvestival for those who want to dive a little deeper into their Harvestival experience.

🌱 We’ll be joined by 9 expert presenters from Australia and beyond, offering you invaluable insights and practical tips on various topics to kickstart your own permaculture project.

🧘‍♀️ From Wednesday 18th September to Friday 20th September, immerse yourself in hands-on learning and transformative experiences - including morning yoga sessions with farm guru Ryko Kalinko, and paddock to plate cooking classes with international chef Jan Kovac.

Enjoy comfortable camping accommodations and delicious gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan meals throughout your stay. Plus, retreat participants will receive a complimentary weekend pass to the Harvestival festivities.

Reconnect with yourself and the world around you. We can’t wait to welcome you to an unforgettable retreat experience! To book your deep dive now visit: https://www.harvestival.com.au/retreat.html

Early Bird and Retreat passes are available now - General passes will begin March 20th at 8.00am EST Long Weekend Pass (3 Nights) allows access to the venue from 12.00pm Friday 20th September...

04/09/2024

🌟 Did you know that admission is FREE for kids under 18 at High Valley Dawn Harvestival 2024? How awesome is that!

🎤 This year, we’re offering a variety of youth-focused workshops, including a DJ’ing session with Watasuni, graffiti art with Luke Gannon, singing and songwriting with Kate Mahood, and a fun scavenger hunt, among others.

💡Plus, there are plenty of other festival activities designed to spark creativity and help kids explore new interests.

🌱 For more information on our youth programme and to view to full Harvestival line up, visit: https://www.harvestival.com.au/line-up.html