— October 1–4, 2026 | Forest Garden Permaculture Course | with Cristina Colis | 4 days | Fee starting from 1000 RON —
Do you dream of a garden that provides food, beauty, biodiversity and resilience almost by itself? Then a forest garden may be exactly what you are looking for.
Over 4 days, we will explore the principles and practices needed to create a productive ecosystem inspired by the forest. The course combines theoretical input, concrete examples, a design exercise and hands-on implementation in the field.
What you will learn
- Understanding the vegetation layers of a forest garden
- Selecting suitable woody and herbaceous species
- Designing plant guilds and beneficial associations
- Reading the site as the foundation of design
- Planning implementation
- Managing long-term evolution and maintenance
Programme
Thursday, October 1
Arrival from 2:00 PM.
Introduction to the place and course overview.
Friday, October 2
Introduction to permaculture and forest gardens.
Types of forest gardens.
Key species.
Implementation principles.
Saturday, October 3
Plant associations.
Site analysis.
Design process.
Practical design exercise and presentations.
Sunday, October 4
Hands-on implementation.
Closing circle and feedback session.
Indicative Schedule
07:15 – 08:30 Breakfast
08:45 Morning circle
09:00 Session 1
10:30 Break
11:00 Session 2
12:30 Lunch
14:30 Session 3
16:00 Break
16:30 Session 4
18:00 End of sessions
19:00 Dinner
The programme may be slightly adjusted depending on group dynamics and weather conditions.
Practical Information & Fees
The contribution system is based on monthly household income. The Early Bird discount (10%) applies to registrations made at least two months before the course.
| Monthly household income | Standard fee | Early Bird |
|---|---|---|
| < 2500 lei (500 €) | 1100 RON | 1000 RON |
| 2500–6000 lei (500–1500 €) | 1300 RON | 1170 RON |
| 6000–12000 lei (1500–2400 €) | 1500 RON | 1350 RON |
| > 12000 lei (2400 €) | 1700 RON | 1530 RON |
The price includes the course, learning materials, meals and snacks.
Before attending, please read the registration process and internal regulations. Learn more about Ermitaj Malin.
Accommodation
At Ermitaj: limited heated rooms and camping options. In the village: guesthouses depending on availability. Practical details are shared after registration.
Location
The course takes place at Ermitaj Malin, an off-grid learning space rooted in permaculture, ecological building and regenerative living.