The Education mission is to develop cold climate permaculture curriculum, provide educational opportunities for all ages and learning styles, and mentor new permaculture teachers.

PRI-Cold Climate's professionally trained and certified instructors are developing and expanding their curriculum, which covers a variety of special topics, including soil health, waterworks, earthworks, energy systems, natural building, guild and polyculture design, and more.

Urban Farming Certification

Our Urban Farming Certification Program is designed to provide hands-on, individualized, comprehensive training and expertise needed to earn an income and produce high-quality, organic food for the expanding local foods market in the Twin Cities.

Introduction to Permaculture Workshops

One-day Introduction to Permaculture Workshops teach basic permaculture concepts and showcase permaculture case studies applied locally. This workshop is a prerequisite for many of our educational and volunteer events, including the "Work and Learn" Workshare Events.

Permaculture Certification Courses

Our Permaculture Certification Courses involve intensive training over seven weekends to give you the skills to become a certified permaculture designer.

Guest Workshops

Guest teachers from around the world share their permaculture expertise.