The mission of biodynamics has always been one of fostering health for the purpose of universal human freedom.

The goal of the “farm organism” is so that every farm might source from within its own boundaries, all its own fertility needs that stream in from the cosmos.

One of the most transformative effects of the biodynamic preparations is not just on the soil, but on the imaginations of those who practice making the preparations. New possibilities open up when you practice creating with your own hands the fruits of a remarkable intuition.

Join us at the Josephine Porter Institute for a hands-on practical experience learning some of the subtle aspects of making biodynamic preparations.

Join us from Friday evening May 29, 30, 31 for food, fellowship, and inspiration!

Lodging may be procured in local Onancock, VA. Free camping is available at Perennial Roots Farm as well. Please email us if you are planning on camping on the property. 

Ticket prices cover food costs and relevant overhead costs. 

 

Tentative Schedule (subject to change)

 

SCHEDULE

Thursday, May 28th (pre-conference)

10:00-1:30 Earlybirds arrive

Pre-conference begins 

1:30-4:30 Introduction to Biodynamics

Stewart Lundy

+Prepping herbs

4:30-5:30 Folks arrive for regular conference

Campers check in and set up

5:30-6:00 Invocation

All PLEASE be present for our opening ceremonies!

Teresa O'Shaughnessy 

6:00-6:30 Break

6:30-7:30 Dinner

7:30 — Bonfire

             Stewart Lundy Cosmic Considerations at Bonfire

Friday, May 29th

8:30-9:30 Light breakfast and coffee

Teresa O’Shaughnessy Morning Remarks

9:30-10:00 Gratitude for Animals

Austin Perle-Ojala

Feeding Animals

10:00-11:00 Farm Tour

Natalie McGill and Stewart Lundy Living in a Biodynamic Farm Organism

11:00-12:30 Burying Fall Preparations

502 Yarrow

503 Chamomile

506 Dandelion

12:30-1:00 Break

1:00-2:00 Lunch 

2:00-3:00 Siesta

Rest, meditate, take a nap, observe the animals or a plant,
or have a quiet conversation

3:00-4:00 Biodynamic Q&A Session

Stewart Lundy and Natalie McGill

+Continuing 500 Horn Manure

4:00-6:00 Making Barrel Compound 

Stewart Lundy Introductory Remarks 

Patrick Dodson

Making Barrel Compound (two different ways)

6:00-6:30 Break

6:30-7:30 Dinner

7:30 — Bonfire

      Natalie McGill and Stewart Lundy Cosmic Considerations

Saturday, May 30th

8:30-9:30 AM Coffee and breakfast snacks

         Teresa O’Shaughnessy Morning Remarks

9:30-10:00 Gratitude for Animals

Austin Perle-Ojala

Feeding Animals

10:00-12:30 New Frontiers in Biodynamics

Stewart Lundy

+Making 500 Horn Manure

12:30-1:00 Break

1:00-2:00 Lunch 

2:00-3:00 Siesta

Rest, meditate, take a nap, observe the animals or a plant,
or have a quiet conversation

3:00-4:00 Biodynamic Q&A Session

Stewart Lundy and Natalie McGill

+Continuing 500 Horn Manure

4:00-5:30 Festival Craft Activity

Teresa O’Shaughnessy Introductory Remarks

5:30-6:00 Prepping Biodynamic Compost Ceremony

+Group Photo!

6:00-6:30 Break

6:30-7:30 Dinner 

7:30-8:00 Break

8:00— Bonfire

Sunday, May 31st

8:30-9:30 Brunch and coffee

9:30-10:00 Gratitude for Animals

Austin Perle-Ojala

Feeding Animals

10:00-10:30 Closing Ceremonies

Teresa O’Shaughnessy 

10:30-12:30 Burying 500 Horn Manure

12:30-1:00 Break

1 pm — Goodbyes & cleanup 

Many hands make light work. If you are able and willing to EITHER show up a day early to help unearth horns OR stay an extra day to work Sunday afternoon through midday Monday, we will give you a 50% refund.

For questions, please contact the office at:  (540) 745-7030