We can apply these principles on a micro scale or a macro scale. It doesn't matter. We just have to do it.
     Geoff Lawton

Geoff Lawton consults to build a dam and swale system on a client's small acre farm. It's like being there with him. We see problems arise and witness the solutions that Geoff devises to maximize 100% water retention on the property--what we all need as water supplies go down and water costs go up..

You will learn and understand many advanced concepts:

• Inspecting at the site with Geoff
   
• Surveying with different instruments
   
• Understanding contours and problem areas
   
• Planning the site using laser and dumpy levels
   
• Connecting swales to maximize Water Harvesting
   
• Briefing excavator drivers and what to look for
   
• Clearing the site, subsoils and problem areas
   
• Establishing the dam keyways, waterline level and freeboard
   
• Building the dam and how not to collapse it
   
• Spillways and diversion channels
   
• and much more

Bonus Extras:

Earthworks around the globe. The techniques you will learn are applicable to many environments around the world.

An interview with Geoff Lawton on Permaculture and its influences