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  Mischa O'Reilly December 24, 2011 at 3:54pm

  Hi Gaile!  The classes typically talk about raised bed, container, and below ground.  There are arguments for each type.  It really depends on your needs.  Classes are very informal and the instructors do a great job of allowing time for lots of questions.   I really recommend attending a couple of classes.  I've found them to be incredibly helpful.  

  The forum is a wonderful place to get your questions answered by people with various experiences.  I've learned a ton just by reading through posts.   

  Mischa
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  Mischa O'Reilly December 20, 2011 at 8:10am

  Welcome to the Valley Permaculture Alliance, a local 501C3 non-profit education organization that offers classes, training, activities, tours, events and demonstrations on various aspects of sustainable living around the Greater Phoenix Valley. You can read more about the VPA on the ‘About Us’ page, and explore the many groups and resources this Ning “social networking site” has to offer, as well as customize your own Profile Page and connect with new like-minded friends.

  
  We encourage you to browse the discussions, blogs, videos, comments to get a feel for our incredibly resourceful community, and to share your interests as well. There are many volunteer opportunities to assist with classes and events, so please let me know if you are interested in helping out when available.
  
  We offer a variety of classes to our members on a donation basis (usually $10 to $25) that goes toward venue hard-costs, also to our experienced and knowledgeable instructors, as well as to support the non-profit in providing quality education for improving our health, our communities and environment. See what classes you may be interested in attending atwww.phoenixpermaculture.org/events - and feel free to contact us with any questions.

   

  Thanks!

  Mischa 

  Valley Permaculture Alliance