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Worried about the planet? Change can start in your backyard!

Instead of pointing to the inaction of others, we can take action into our own hands, one yard or garden at the time. In this process, we may discover the joy and empowerment that comes from tuning ourselves into the great symphony of our symbiotic earth.

In this presentation we will examine a number of key ecosystem functions essential for the regeneration of our local landscape.

Recommended reading: Nature’s Best Hope by Douglas W. Tallamy

About Jan

Jan Enthoven, Master Gardener, descends from a long line of Dutch fruit and vegetable growers. Interested in organic farming since childhood, Mr. Enthoven visited renowned Buddhist farmer-philosopher, Masanobu Fukuoka during his travels through Asia in 1982. Inspired by Mr. Fukuoka’s approach, Jan embraced ecological farming methods, and his farm became organically certified in 1983.

Drawn to the Shambhala teachings, Jan visited Karmê Chöling in 1988. Delighted by the people and landscape of Vermont, he agreed to be Karmê Chöling’s master gardener. Since that time, Jan’s organic garden has drawn thousands of visitors, and Jan has mentored many garden enthusiasts. He teaches garden internships for new and experienced gardeners and has written articles for newspapers and magazines.