Care to learn the art and science behind high-elevation permaculture? Central Rocky Mountain Permaculture Institute (CRMPI) hosts its ninth annual Permaculture Academy with two immersion intensive courses, totalling nine days. CRMPI’s founder, Jerome Osentowski, will lead the instruction of “Designing and Managing High-Altitude/Low Energy Use Greenhouses” Aug. 11-15 and “Creating Forest Gardens” Aug. 16-20. Participants can camp nearby and will enjoy freshly-harvested, organic meals daily. Learn more and register online (at www.crmpi.org). Courtesy photo