Bio Construction / Natural Building Workshop in Mexico!
A New Earth Knack International Learning Adventure November 2022
8 days November 7 – 14 (Monday – Monday) limit: 15 students
Join us in Ajusco , Mexico for this adventurous offering. Hands on learning from foundation to roof! Use naturally sourced local materials and earth centered design concepts. Be part of the building team and learn how to create an affordable, natural home. You will learn traditional, long lasting building methods, wall and floor adobe recipes, efficient and affordable processes of
construction, alternative home energy choices, repurposing of recycled materials, how to create a living roof, and so much more. Breakfasts and dinners will be provided each day. We will be hosted on Giselle Beltan’s Rancho El Aile, a historic family therapeutic horse ranch on the outer southern edge of Mexico City at 9,000 feet. Volcanic Pico de Aguila Mountain towers 15,100 above, ready for the adventurous climbers. Horseback riding through the colorful village of Ajusco and the surrounding woodlands that skirt the mountain are available. A lively, bustling market is just down the road, offering an amazing variety of produce and supplies.
$495 breakfast and dinner meals, camping, classes, materials, and bath facilities.
Transportation from (Nov. 6th by 2pm) and return (Nov 15) to Benito Juarez International Airport provided for additional shuttle and driver costs