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Upcoming Workshop — Gathering Prairie Seeds, Sep. 21, 1–3(ish) p.m., Free (Space is Limited)

September 6, 2024

We’ll start by visiting a “baby” prairie, established just this last year, across the commons from the institute. Then we’ll head just down the road to the Danky-Schelshorn Prairie. Until 2003, this land was under agricultural cultivation, but Jim and Christine decided to turn it back into a prairie habitat. The Danky-Schelshorn Prairie was established … More Upcoming Workshop — Gathering Prairie Seeds, Sep. 21, 1–3(ish) p.m., Free (Space is Limited)

Help us spiff up before the Convergence: Saturday LTI Workday

August 12, 2024

In two short weeks we’ll be hosting the Wisconsin Permaculture Convergence (see info at end of post). We are excited but also hustling to get our space ready for 50-100 people to descend on our space and village. We have a to-do list of things to “spiff up” the institute grounds and environs — and … More Help us spiff up before the Convergence: Saturday LTI Workday

WPC Spotlight: Flax to Linen, Unlocking Fiber from Straw — Register today!

August 6, 2024

At the end of August, the Wisconsin Permaculture Convergence will be held at LTI. The heart of this event is sessions led by a group of facilitators on topics ranging from saving seeds to raising rabbits. Today, we’re highlighting “Flax to Linen: Unlocking Fiber from Straw,” facilitated by Leslie Schroeder. Flax to Linen, Unlocking Fiber … More WPC Spotlight: Flax to Linen, Unlocking Fiber from Straw — Register today!

WPC Spotlight: Permaculture Merit Badges — Register today!

August 5, 2024

At the end of August, the Wisconsin Permaculture Convergence will be held at LTI. The heart of this event is sessions led by a group of facilitators on topics ranging from basket-making to agroforestry. Today, we’re highlighting “Permaculture Merit Badges,” facilitated by Mike Haasl. Permaculture Merit Badges This session will introduce a merit badge program … More WPC Spotlight: Permaculture Merit Badges — Register today!

Wisconsin Permaculture Convergence at LTI

July 16, 2024

We are excited to announce that the Low Technology Institute will be hosting the 2024 Wisconsin Permaculture Convergence, August 23–25. This weekend event will bring together people from around the region for classes, discussions, socializing, good food, and more. Sessions Sessions are the core of the weekend. This year, topics range widely, from hands-on classes … More Wisconsin Permaculture Convergence at LTI

Upcoming Workday — Hand-Harvesting Wheat and Rye, Jul. 13, 9 a.m.–12 p.m., Free (donations welcome)

July 9, 2024

We’ve been growing and processing wheat and rye by hand for a few years. This weekend, we will harvest it using scythes and sickles.  Then it has to get tied into sheaves and stood up in shocks to dry. Once dry, it has to be threshed to remove the grains from the heads, and then … More Upcoming Workday — Hand-Harvesting Wheat and Rye, Jul. 13, 9 a.m.–12 p.m., Free (donations welcome)

Build Birdhouse for Fewer Garden Insects — Open Workshop, April 6, Prices Vary (Register by Mar. 31)

March 18, 2024

One way to reduce the insect load in your garden is to attract birds that eat them (subscribe to our blog, below, and keep an eye out for our species-by-species breakdown). We will be holding an open workshop for folks to come and build take-home birdhouses for finch, wren, chickadee, nuthatch, house wrens, blue birds, … More Build Birdhouse for Fewer Garden Insects — Open Workshop, April 6, Prices Vary (Register by Mar. 31)

Slides from WI Garden Expo Presentations

February 12, 2024

This weekend Scott gave three presentations at the Wisconsin Garden Expo. This event, attended by thousands, brings together gardeners, educators, entertainers, and vendors for a fun weekend centered around gardening. Below are the slides for each presentation with a short description. The audio of the first two presentations will be available through our podcast in … More Slides from WI Garden Expo Presentations

Visit Us at the Garden Expo this Weekend

February 9, 2024

The institute will be tabling at the Wisconsin Garden Expo from Friday, February 9th to Sunday, February 11th in Madison. The event has workshops, seminars, demonstrations, and hundreds of vendors. Stop by and say “hi” to us at booth 527/610. Items for Sale At the booth, we’ll be selling “Low Tech Porridge” as a fundraiser … More Visit Us at the Garden Expo this Weekend

Volunteer with Us and Visit the WI Garden Expo for Free

January 25, 2024

We’re back at the Wisconsin Garden Expo this year, February 9–11, we’ll be there and so can you! Every year this event draws thousands from the southern Wisconsin area to see presentations, demonstrations, and vendors all focused on gardening. We’ll be there this year, but you can see previous presentations on YouTube: Volunteer with Us … More Volunteer with Us and Visit the WI Garden Expo for Free