About

As a Cape Cod native, then receiving my undergrad in Vermont I’ve enjoyed watching seasons come and go in New England.  My love for nature grew, guiding me deeper into the elements.

I moved West into Washington, Montana and Wyoming, digressing my studious career and focusing on ski mountaineering. I studied weather patterns and climate effects primarily to make life/death decisions in the mountains.  Not knowing that this self-taught permaculture technique of PATO (Protracted And Thoughtful Observation) would be a skill I now apply in designing garden spaces.  

After 10 years of striving as a ski bum, I realized I wanted to practice a more sustainable lifestyle. I wanted to find my roots of simplicity and function by growing my own food and sustaining myself while sharing with others.

In 2011, I moved to California and received my PDC (Permaculture Design Certificate) from Occidental Arts and Ecology. I studied, and practiced as an apprentice on farms, managed farms, and designed gardens for clients. I’ve completed Penny Livingston’s Regenerative Agroforestry course with on going mentorship, as well as Erik Olsen’s Eco Landscape Mastery course and mentorship. My passion is designing and creating edible spaces and microclimates to grow food systems that expand the realm of possibilities for any given climate zone or space.

I also received my 200 hour yoga teacher certificate in December 2012.  I feel that a strong connection to oneself creates a stronger connection to the earth. By deepening my yoga practice and inviting others in, a collective energy can harbor a comforting space to share knowledge and approach new ideas.

In 2013 I moved back East and began designing and creating a farm on my land in Cape Cod, MA.  My dedication was to create a sustainable homestead using the attributes of a diverse landscape.  I grew annual veggies and fruit for local restaurants, and farmers markets.

After 4 years for designing, building, and managing my own farm, I moved to Martha’s Vineyard in 2017 to be with my husband who is a general contractor and natural pool builder. Together we are raising our family and running our companies while loving every part of living on this beautiful Island!

I have been mainly a designer and manager of farms, but have designed small homestead gardens and enjoy every challenge and new opportunity.

*Permaculture: Ecologically based design methodology for creating regenerative, sustainable human settlement through pattern, process and time.  In other words: Applying patterns from Nature’s example to great a self-sufficient system that benefits all that are involved.

Mission

My mission is to offer services of design, building, and consulting on any garden. I can answer any questions regarding permaculture and farming, as well as give lectures and learning seminars. I want to share ideas and be available to support anyone practicing or wanting to practice permaculture.

Goals

My goal with this site is to offer resources on permaculture.