pound tyres with mike reynolds!
22 OCTOBER 2017 12:30PM - 6PM - WITH MICHAEL REYNOLDS THE "GARBAGE WARRIOR"!!!!!
This is an extra special workshop - Michael Reynolds, principal of Earthship Biotecture will be conducting this workshop. Don't miss this opportunity to pound some tyres with this sustainable architecture legend.
This workshop is designed to introduce you to the Earthship design principles and construction techniques using Earthship Ironbank as a teaching venue. AND YOU WILL GET TO MEET MIKE REYNOLDS!
In just one afternoon you will learn about the basics of tyre wall construction and learn about the Earthship design principles - you'll also see and feel them in action when you step inside "the ship". Chances are you'll also meet some like minded people who might even help you build your Earthship one day!
If you are interested in Earthships, natural building, permaculture, sustainable architecture, or sustainable living, then these workshops are for you.
Earthship Ironbank is Australia's first council approved Earthship project which has demonstrated that this type of construction method is compliant with the National Construction Code and is therefore valid right across Australia. As it is a Bed and Breakfast it has been through a more stringent assessment and approval process than a regular home, therefore Earthship homes right across Australia are now a possibility thanks to this pioneering project.
This workshop is designed to introduce you to the Earthship design principles and construction techniques using Earthship Ironbank as a teaching venue. AND YOU WILL GET TO MEET MIKE REYNOLDS!
In just one afternoon you will learn about the basics of tyre wall construction and learn about the Earthship design principles - you'll also see and feel them in action when you step inside "the ship". Chances are you'll also meet some like minded people who might even help you build your Earthship one day!
If you are interested in Earthships, natural building, permaculture, sustainable architecture, or sustainable living, then these workshops are for you.
Earthship Ironbank is Australia's first council approved Earthship project which has demonstrated that this type of construction method is compliant with the National Construction Code and is therefore valid right across Australia. As it is a Bed and Breakfast it has been through a more stringent assessment and approval process than a regular home, therefore Earthship homes right across Australia are now a possibility thanks to this pioneering project.
venue and how to get there
Earthship Ironbank is located at the Freney Family's property at 462 Ironbank Road, Ironbank (50m east of Cherry Gardens Road intersection). It's about a 30-40min drive from the Adelaide CBD. On google maps search for "Earthship Ironbank" and that will accurately find our block. Our street sign says 462 Ironbank Road, Ironbank.
It's four acres, half cleared, half heritage listed native bush land full of Aussie wildlife: koalas, kangaroos, bandicoots, snakes, spiders, wedge tail eagles, possums, fairy wrens, black cockatoo... and on that note, please leave your pets at home. We have two alpacas (part of our weed and bushfire management system), two toy poodles (part of Zoe's entertainment system) and a flock of chooks, all of which don't respond well to other pets on site.
There is no public transport so see if you can organise a ride via the Facebook event site for this workshop.
It's four acres, half cleared, half heritage listed native bush land full of Aussie wildlife: koalas, kangaroos, bandicoots, snakes, spiders, wedge tail eagles, possums, fairy wrens, black cockatoo... and on that note, please leave your pets at home. We have two alpacas (part of our weed and bushfire management system), two toy poodles (part of Zoe's entertainment system) and a flock of chooks, all of which don't respond well to other pets on site.
There is no public transport so see if you can organise a ride via the Facebook event site for this workshop.
what's happening when?
SUNDAY 22 OCTOBER 2017
12:30PM Arrive and limber up - have some lunch before you arrive
1PM Tour of the ship
2PM Tyre pounding!
5PM drinks, nibbles Q&A
6pm end of workshop
12:30PM Arrive and limber up - have some lunch before you arrive
1PM Tour of the ship
2PM Tyre pounding!
5PM drinks, nibbles Q&A
6pm end of workshop
prices & tickets
AU$125 + $0.30 booking fee
This covers insurance, materials, tools, drinks, nibbles, and tuition.
IMPORTANT INFO
TICKET SALES
HERE IS THE LINK TO TRYBOOKING TICKET SALES. PLEASE PRINT YOUR TICKET AND BRING IT TO THE WORKSHOP.
This covers insurance, materials, tools, drinks, nibbles, and tuition.
IMPORTANT INFO
- Your place in the workshop is transferable to another person, but is NOT refundable.
- Please read the Terms and Conditions and Release of Liability below prior to making payment.
TICKET SALES
HERE IS THE LINK TO TRYBOOKING TICKET SALES. PLEASE PRINT YOUR TICKET AND BRING IT TO THE WORKSHOP.
projects
Earthship Ironbank itself is finished, however there are other projects in the pipeline that provide opportunities to learn the fundamental Earthship construction techniques and design principles. During this workshop we will be working on some garden retaining walls made with tyres.
- garden retaining walls - tyre pounding and rendering
- "Chookship" (mini ship) - bond beam, bottle bricks, and roof
- outdoor bath made from tyres - needs packout and rendering
- outdoor shower made from bottle bricks
- rendering of various tyre walls
teachers
Michael Reynolds is the originator of the Earthship concept and head honcho of Earthship Biotecture an architecture and construction company in the USA. Mike has been experimenting with radically sustainable housing for over four decades. Come and learn from the guy who started it all! He is in Adelaide for the weekend as part of his national speaking tour.
Martin Freney is the designer/owner-builder of Earthship Ironbank. He teaches design at the University of South Australia and recently completed his PhD which investigated the thermal performance and environmental impacts of Earthships compared to other housing types. He has traveled to Taos New Mexico USA, the home of Earthships, twice, first in 2008 to do the Earthship Biotecture Internship and again in 2011 to install temperature/humidity logging devices in six Earthships and interview Earthship occupants as part of his PhD. Earthship Ironbank is credited as the first Earthship in Australia "sanctioned" by Michael Reynolds of Earthship Biotecture USA and also the first approved by a council in Australia. His business, Earthship Eco Homes, is a consultancy for Earthship design; assisting people with plans and advice to make their Earthship dreams become a reality.
what's provided
- Hands on experience
- Q&A
- Drinks and nibbles at 5pm
- Drinking water - bring your own water bottle to refill
- Toilet
what to bring
- work gloves for handling tyres and hand tools
- sturdy shoes (preferably with reinforced toe),
- safety and/or sun glasses
- water bottle
- any special medication you need for bee stings (bee hive on site), asthma, etc
- spare pair of clean shoes (optional)
- rain jacket just in case it rains (optional)
terms & conditions
PAYMENT
Full payment must be made via TryBooking.com website, link here: https://www.trybooking.com/book/event?eid=306092
REFUNDS
NO REFUNDS IF YOU CHANGE YOUR MIND OR CAN'T MAKE IT FOR SOME REASON - SORRY!
However, your ticket is transferable to another person. Please let me know who's replacing you.
A full refund will be given in the unlikely event that the workshop is cancelled.
SAFETY
Participants MUST provide their own basic personal safety gear (see list above), dress appropriately and follow all reasonable directions regarding safe conduct on site.
OTHER
Children, spouses, friends, pets, etc will NOT be permitted on-site.
RELEASE OF LIABILITY
You must agree with the Release of Liability detailed below.
Full payment must be made via TryBooking.com website, link here: https://www.trybooking.com/book/event?eid=306092
REFUNDS
NO REFUNDS IF YOU CHANGE YOUR MIND OR CAN'T MAKE IT FOR SOME REASON - SORRY!
However, your ticket is transferable to another person. Please let me know who's replacing you.
A full refund will be given in the unlikely event that the workshop is cancelled.
SAFETY
Participants MUST provide their own basic personal safety gear (see list above), dress appropriately and follow all reasonable directions regarding safe conduct on site.
OTHER
Children, spouses, friends, pets, etc will NOT be permitted on-site.
RELEASE OF LIABILITY
You must agree with the Release of Liability detailed below.
RELEASE OF LIABILITY
I understand that my attendance and participation at the above workshop is at my own entire risk.
I acknowledge and agree that Martin Freney/Zoe Freney/Earthship Ironbank will not be responsible for any personal injury, loss and/or damage to property which I may suffer during or as a result of my attendance and/or participation at the workshop.
I agree that I will not make any claim against and hereby irrevocably release Martin Freney/Zoe Freney/Earthship Ironbank from any and all liability arising out of or in any way connected with the workshop and not arising directly from the gross negligence of Martin and Zoe Freney which I may incur.
I agree to comply with all reasonable directions given by the site supervisor (Martin Freney) including, but not limited to, mandatory use of safety equipment/clothing (i.e. sturdy work boots, work gloves, safety glasses/sun glasses) and safe operation of all tools and machinery. I understand and accept that failure to cooperate with the site supervisor may result in my immediate expulsion from the workshop without a refund.
I acknowledge and agree that Martin Freney/Zoe Freney/Earthship Ironbank will not be responsible for any personal injury, loss and/or damage to property which I may suffer during or as a result of my attendance and/or participation at the workshop.
I agree that I will not make any claim against and hereby irrevocably release Martin Freney/Zoe Freney/Earthship Ironbank from any and all liability arising out of or in any way connected with the workshop and not arising directly from the gross negligence of Martin and Zoe Freney which I may incur.
I agree to comply with all reasonable directions given by the site supervisor (Martin Freney) including, but not limited to, mandatory use of safety equipment/clothing (i.e. sturdy work boots, work gloves, safety glasses/sun glasses) and safe operation of all tools and machinery. I understand and accept that failure to cooperate with the site supervisor may result in my immediate expulsion from the workshop without a refund.
finally
The workshops are a rare opportunity to visit an Earthship, meet an Earthship designer/owner/builder, meet people involved in the Earthship industry, and gain some experience with Earthship construction techniques. You will also meet like-minded people and become immersed in the wonderful world of Earthships for a while... and maybe go on to build your own. Are you keen?