The work of restoring damaged landscapes is a hopeful attempt to bring healing to the fundamental ecological processes that all life depends on. It also opens a gateway for us civilized humans to remember how to participate in these ecological processes with the earth and so return to a healthier, reciprocal relationship with nature. 

We will start with a classroom style lecture/discussion exploring the science, art, and philosophy of this important discipline. The foundational questions of "why?" and "how?" and "what to?" will be asked as we examine the various theories of restoration, a brief overview of its history, a review of the most significant literature on the topic, and examples of some successful projects. All of this will be put together to share a little bit of the personal philosophy that is used on a daily basis by the work crew of the Iron Creek Land Community here in this neighborhood.

 Then we will get out in the land to observe real examples of how these ideas have been put into practice, and suggest ways in which anyone could get involved in restoring native habitat for the benefit of all species.