Valley Permaculture Alliance

Who we are

Inspiring sustainable urban living in the desert southwest.

Originally the Phoenix Permaculture Guild, we became the VPA in 2011 reflecting the reach of this growing community.

The term “permaculture” combines "permanent" + "(agri)culture" and addresses sustainability and interdependence of human and natural ecosystems.
Contact Us: info@vpaaz.org

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Blog Posts

Dangers of tires / pallets

Posted by Jason Navarro on May 24, 2013 at 10:47am

Does any one have ducks, geese, goats, sheep or other small animals that they would like to share at at a Vacation Bible School. We want to display them during a week long evening event beginning ne…

Posted by Robert Brown on May 23, 2013 at 6:24am

Looking for a bungalow rental

Posted by Eagle Spirit on May 23, 2013 at 5:00am — 1 Comment

#3: Surviving my own grand plans for the yard

Posted by Lisa Schoop on May 22, 2013 at 10:58am

Garden of your mind

Posted by Jason Navarro on May 21, 2013 at 12:59pm

#2: The Saga Begins

Posted by Lisa Schoop on May 20, 2013 at 3:12pm — 1 Comment

1st Crop - 1st post

Posted by Lisa Schoop on May 18, 2013 at 9:20am — 5 Comments

Garlic harvest

Posted by Torrie B on May 17, 2013 at 9:54pm — 2 Comments

tomato jail

Posted by Michele on May 14, 2013 at 7:57pm — 1 Comment

Interesting Article on Maggot Composting

Posted by Heather Green on May 12, 2013 at 12:30pm — 10 Comments

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Join the VPA's FIFTH ANNUAL "TOUR de COOPS"!

Do you have the cutest chicken coop on the block?

Is your flock part of an eco-friendly backyard? The VPA wants to hear from you! Inspire and educate by hosting a stop on the VPA’s fifth annual “Tour De Coops”. Whether yours is a thrifty coop cleverly made of found materials, or an elaborate poultry mansion, the VPA wants visitors to see them all. Share your passion for poultry and green living in Arizona’s most unique backyard tour! Apply today to be featured on the tour. Click here to apply.

Join us Saturday, JUNE 1st for a discussion with Larry Santoyo!

The Garden Becomes the Metaphor...
An additional focus of the permaculture design course curriculum is in Community. Permaculture Design is critical to any collaborative community's efforts and one of permaculture's most important applications lies within business and community development.

This section, described as "invisible structures" will help students form a familiarity with a participatory approach to permaculture design as we move from techniques and technologies of the natural landscape to include strategies for the landscape of culture.

Students will learn a cohesive approach that ties permaculture principles directly to economic and community development. Learning modules include Communication & Human Dynamics, Creating Business Guilds, Finding your Right-Livelihood and EcoVillage Design.

Larry Santoyo, Senior Planner, EarthFlow Design Works

Larry Santoyo leads the team of veteran Permaculture Designers & recognized leaders in the world-wide sustainability movement. Larry brings over twenty-five years experience to sustainable design and experiential education. Santoyo provides Consulting, Design & Project Management services for businesses as well as, residential, ranch and retreat projects. Santoyo's planning firm, EarthFlow Design Works, combines Artistry & Ecology to create functional works of art, architecture & living environments...

Click here for more info.