[Humanpowered] Our Future lies in the Youth...

[Dave Olsen]

(This can also be read at cob.lasqueti.ca/blog <http://cob.lasqueti.ca/blog> and 
you are welcome to forward this widely.  Thanks, Dave)

I've been honoured to show you with real numbers how it is possible to build 
your dream home and NOT go into debt, NOT harm the planet AND create lasting 
Beauty and Health in your very own home.

If you missed these messages, feel free to check them out here: 
cob.lasqueti.ca/blog <http://cob.lasqueti.ca/blog>

Now I want to talk about how I can help you achieve your dreams.

Of course, if you are ready and able to just get out there and start on your 
own, go for it and let me know about it so I can support and help you as much as 
I can.

But if you need some inspiration and guidance, I know I can help. I've been 
hosting workshops since 2007 and since 2009 have developed a hands-on intensive 
week of workshoping that will give you all you need to build your own dream.  
And if you sit tight for a bit, you'll be the first to know about this year's 
special offers.

But first, let's talk about someone (you?  A friend?  Your child?) in your 
twenties or teens.  You're already dreaming of building your own healthy, 
affordable, gorgeous home and of living joyfully in every moment.

Sound unrealistic?  Well, let me share with you the words of the mother of one 
Apprentice who came for a month last year:

"We want to thank you for all that you've done for Jackson.  He came to you to 
learn how to build with cob and he came back with so much more than any of us 
anticipated.  He learned about himself in a way he never could have here at 
home.  You challenged him to examine his thoughts, beliefs, heart, and life 
path. You taught him about mindfulness and finding peace within himself and 
within the natural world.  You showed him that it's truly possible to live 
outside the box. We sense in him a profound shift.  He has told many stories 
about your adventures together, and I can hear the affection and respect that he 
has for you in his tone and in the way he describes you. It's very moving to 
me.  You were not just a teacher to Jackson, but a mentor and a friend. For 
that, my husband and I will always be grateful."

Living and Building Naturally inspires us to be who we really are, passionate 
people who want to be happy and find peace in our worlds.

I've been given so many gifts in my life, I couldn't begin to list them, but I 
do want to share them.  I know from growing up in our civilized world that 
health and happiness are not givens, that they are often difficult to achieve, 
even on a small scale.

It simply doesn't have to be that way; in fact, for millions of years, it wasn't.

We don't do anything "new" here.  We simply recreate the healthy, sustainable 
ways that our ancestors lived before our modern world took us off that path.  
Sure, we take advantage of some of the fancy gadgets and what-not, but we only 
choose what is best for us, after consciously thinking it through.  Living on a 
remote island helps ensure the conscious part!

I'm constantly inspired by the innate desires of younger folks. Sure some have 
been led down the electronic garden path, but deep inside everyone is that spark 
that wants to live healthy and happy. And some know that their current life is 
not what they want but have been frustrated so far in finding that fulfilling 
alternative.

We could be that fulfilling alternative.

To kick off our 2015 season of Apprenticeships, I'm both opening up applications 
and setting a special price for the next week only.

If you, or someone you know, is interested in our Apprenticeship Programme, I 
urge you to act quickly, because...

This year, we have openings for /at most/ 6 people.  These Apprenticeships run 
for 1 month, with a 2nd month available if we mutually agree to continue after 
the first month.  During this time, you'll stay in our Guest (Prospector's) tent 
and live and breathe cob everyday.  We'll share meals 3 times a day and mutually 
plan our days together to maximize your learning.  Our weekly schedule usually 
consists of 5 full days of learning and sharing together, from breakfast to 
dinnertime.

Our May apprenticeship will have first dibs on building a small foundation.  
Installing tongue-n-groove flooring on an upper floor is another option/bonus.

In June, our apprentice will have the bonus of reverse engineering a mega tarp 
over the building site.  Unless you will build in a dry or very, very sheltered 
place, this experience will help you ensure that any building you design will be 
safe in the worst of weather.

July will see one roof go on while August will see the another roof installed.  
Both months will see us putting beams into cob, installing the tongue-n-groove 
ceiling, natural fibre for insulation, and metal roofing to cover it all.

September and October will see us finishing inside and outside cob walls...and 
using a gorgeous natural plaster to cover it all.  Not to mention celebrating 
with a housewarming party!  If it gets cold enough, you'll also be part of the 
first firing of the Ondal Korean underfloor heating system.

Of course, Natural Building will be the main focus, as you absorb the way our 
cob buildings are designed - to work with Nature rather than against her.  
You'll have as many hands-on opportunities as you'll want to learn and perfect 
your own version of Fast Cob!  And depending on your time here, you may be part 
of a Fast Cob! workshop, when a special and magical week bonds a small group of 
keen Cobbers.

You'll also be immersed in our way of Natural Living, using the Sun to cook, 
gravity to feed our water, and our natural inclinations to have fun and enjoy 
whatever we choose to learn and do.  Our happy hens provide crazy-delicious 
organic, free-range eggs, and our garden can also be abundant at times.  Wild 
foods will also be foraged if our timing is right.

Again, I'm opening up our Apprenticeship Programme 
<http://cob.lasqueti.ca/apprenticeships.html> for the next week.  If you'd like 
to apply <http://cob.lasqueti.ca/apprenticeships.html>, please do so during this 
week so you'll have the best chance of being one of those 6 people that 
transform their lives into the joyful, natural state that all humans once enjoyed.

If you apply this week, you'll also have access to our early bird discount.  It 
includes all meals, snacks, accommodation and instruction/inspiration for an 
entire month (and a bike if you don't bring your own).

To apply, simply visit cob.lasqueti.ca/apprenticeships 
<http://cob.lasqueti.ca/apprenticeships.html>, read through all the details, and 
fill in the form at the bottom.

I truly hope each of us achieve our dreams...sooner than later!

PS. Remember, the sooner you apply to our Apprenticeship Programme 
<http://cob.lasqueti.ca/apprenticeships.html>, the greater your chance of 
getting in /and/ getting your preferred timeslot...there are only 6 available 
for 2015 and they will fill up quickly...
-- 


Dave Olsen

web: cob.lasqueti.ca 
<http://cob.lasqueti.ca/join-our-mailing-list-for-free-access-to-our-training-videos.html>email: 
cob at lasqueti.ca <mailto:cob at lasqueti.ca>phone: 877.873.1797 or 604.216.6700


Build your dream...easier, faster, and more affordably with Cob!


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