Haven Earth Hub Updates + More!

Sep 01, 2022 4:58 pm

Howdy

We are busy bees 🐝 🐝 🐝 working behind the scenes to lay strong foundations for the Haven Earth Hubs in Maine and Texas by establishing powerful partnerships with others who GSD (get shit done 😜) to launch our New Earth Trade School 🏡🧱⛏ which is designed to teach others through both hands-on learning and online courses. We had a productive few weeks activating our Hub in Jackson, Maine with Land Steward Shelby Heritage. Several of our certified Hemp Builders, five of our Seed Starter Members and many local community members and neighbors joined us to clear the land, build a chicken coop 🐓🌈start our Mittleider Garden Beds 🐐💦🌿 and learn about HEMP of course!

Much like Texas, we noticed a resiliency in the Mainers we connected with. They are way ahead in their preparation for the coming shifts back to the land. We identified several "Salt of the Earth Old Timers" willing to share their wisdom around homesteading and food sovereignty as well as the freedom lovers right in our neighborhood who are mobilizing and excited to link arms to strengthen our efforts. Look for upcoming videos on the HEN platform as well as sharings from our Seed Starter Members that joined us on the land!

🌱Get Involved - Become A Seed Starter 🌿

For those looking to be involved with the devlopment of the Haven Earth Hubs we encourage you to become a Seed Starter Member. Get the inside scoop, timelines, secure a residential spot and get an additional 20% off our upcoming Hemp Building Training at our Texas Hub this Fall ($400 savings)!

The Haven Earth Natural Building with Hemp Certification Training is for both novice and more advanced builders. designed to inspire other designers, contractors, builders and trainers to participate in the emerging hemp building industry while providing a pathway into this ecological building technology that is on the verge of changing the way we build our homes in natural and regenerative ways that honor the earth and those who dwell inside of them. The intention is to give people the knowledge and skills to build their own structure or potentially embark on a career in hemp building. We are also actively growing our team of certified Hemp Builders to meet the increased demand for hemp homes in various regions.

If you’re looking to either build your own Healthy Hemp Home or embark on a business in Hemp Building this intensive will give you what you need. Not only will you gain a full overview for the entire build, from foundation to finishing, this training will dive deep into the intricacy and details of the hemping aspect for this beautiful 500-square-foot Hemp Casita, and you will come away feeling empowered and confident to build with this revolutionary ‘healthy’ building material. The Training includes a full set of blueprints for the project build, resources for Hemp Hurd, Mineral Binder and specialty equipment necessary for a successful build as well as access to our online Hemp Building Course, not to mention all the amazing connections you’re going to make.

What You Will Learn in 2 Weeks:

✅ The amazing benefits of this Bio-Building material, it’s unique characteristics

✅ The principles of Designing and Permitting a Hemp Structure

✅ Safety and site management best practices overview

✅ Sourcing materials, specialty equipment and tools

✅ Principles of Foundation footings and leveling

✅ Framing specific to Hemp-Crete construction

✅ Roof framing and ceiling installation

✅ Electrical Wiring & Plumbing Overview

✅ Wall supports and fixings in Hemp-Crete walls

✅ Principles and best practices of formwork design

✅ Practicalities of, and construction of formwork

✅ Fixing forms and operations of movable forms

✅ Mix Ratios and Hands0on Hemp-Crete mixing

✅ Installing Hemp-Crete and tamping techniques

✅ Completing Hemp-crete walls

✅ Curing the walls, plus care and maintenance

✅ Window and Door Installation

INVESTMENT: $2222 + accommodations

Early Bird Pricing $1999 before October 7th

Includes Lunch on all Workshop Days. Glamping accommodations next door at Son’s River Ranch available for $50 per night. Cabins are located on the river and have 2 queen beds, shared bathroom/showers, hot plates, mini-fridge, a/c and heat. We will be helping to coordinate room sharing for those interested. We are still working on a discounted group rate and will have a promo code for those looking to book reservations. Check them out at sonsriverranch.com

In addition to the hands-on training, you will also receive the online Hemp Building Course ($399 value) and have access to resources for Hemp Hurd, Mineral Binder and specialty equipment necessary for a successful build. Limited to 20 students. Check out the course below ⬇️ ⬇️ ⬇️

Maine Hub Masterplan

Here's a snippet of the Maine Masterplan focused on the food growing section that River developed while we were on site. We are excited to document the process of building our showcase Mittledider Garden with the help of Lucinda from Texas Ready that will be offered in an in depth online course.