Hello everyone!
It’s already been more than a month since spring landed in force at the Ermitaj: sun, days already (too?) hot, and rain already too rare.
After a big cleaning of the buildings and their surroundings (which never ends, of course), our days are very busy in the garden: to prepare new plots, to mow, to cross, to weed, to sow, to plant, and especially… to mulch a lot!
This year we are experimenting with 4 different ways of growing potatoes. We observe this very closely, and you’ll know more in a few months after the harvest 🙂
We had the pleasure of welcoming Alan for 2 weeks for his internship, who studied the composition of the soil on different parts of the land. Thanks to him for his precious help!
We visited the Provision Transylvania project during their “open house” day: the opportunity to meet beautiful people in an inspiring place!
Last week we were also invited to make a presentation about Ermitaj project as part of one of the “Da mai departe” days in Targu Mures, another great opportunity to meet interesting people and projects!
We spend as much time as possible with our donkeys, to prepare them for the long hike scheduled for July.
And the agenda of this summer begins to take shape! We are already pleased to announce two courses about permaculture:
– On the 31st of June and the 1st of July there will be a weekend of introduction to permaculture, in Romanian language, with Tudor Petrutiu from the Romanian Association of Permaculture.
– From September 1st to 16th, we have the great honor to welcome Graham Bell for a certified permaculture design course, a unique opportunity in Romania!
Do not hesitate to contact us as soon as possible to register, because both courses begin to fill 🙂
On Saturday August 11, we will also hold an open day at the Ermitaj. On the program: a presentation of the project, a visit of the place, meetings, a festive evening, and a night to watch the shooting stars. Welcome to all!
We are also looking for volunteers to help us to lead this busy season. Go to the page about volunteering and / or our WWOOF and HelpX profiles, and contact us if you are interested!
Another way to help us to face this year: become member of “Ermitaj pe Vale” association!
Thank you very much for your precious help and support 🙂
Regarding the construction sites: we have drilled a direct entrance to the room on the west side, to allow easy passage for a wheelchair. We are waiting for the door!
Next, we plan to: change the wooden staircase that leads to the attic, build a new solar shower and a second dry toilet.
We leave you with some pictures of this beginning of the season.
Nice spring to all, and see you soon!
