PCGS Internship Blog

KAYLA SINOTTE

Salt River Bay National Historic Park

First Permaculture Client

The other day we were able to experience our first real life permaculture design project.  The Salt River Bay National Historic Park, also commonly known as Columbus Landing, was created in 1992 by Congress to preserve, protect, and tell the story of its rich contributions to [...]

River Access

During my time here I have taken time apart from the office to look around and notice the various sustainable features in the city, as well as the potential.  This is a diverse and vibrant community with a strong economy and effective government, so a great deal is possible.

Historic Main Street, Unionville

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While the aquaponics project did not receive much traction here, I have spent some time on food security.  The City of Markham is considering building an allotment garden at a planned park.  Unlike community gardens, the allotment model is city-owned and rents plots on an annual/seasonal basis to residents.  This model is more practical in [...]

KAYLA SINOTTE

Ridge to Reef Farm

This week at the Ridge to Reef Sustainable Farm Institute, I have been recognized as farmer of the week!  The farm also presents a weekly newsletter for the public which I was mentioned in for my first experience on the property.  Here is the link if you would like to check [...]

A Story of Indigenous Knowledge

Snorkeling with kids from the Summer Camp

It was time for the preschoolers from the Summer Camp from the Asociación Educativa pro Desarrollo Humano de Culebra to enjoy the beautiful and calm waters of Muellecito while learning the basics of snorkeling. Together with the team at CORALations we help the kids learn how to securely [...]

KAYLA SINOTTE

Ridge to Reef

Path of the Natural Mentor

The Sustainable Farm Institute hold several different programs throughout the year.  While I am taking the Ridge to Reef (R2R) Permaculture program, there is also a kids summer camp.  For six weeks, we will have a different group of children each week staying on the farm with us.  [...]