Learn to create a resilient home, thriving property, and sustainable lifestyle in this 7-day retreat filled with rich learning, hands-on training, and personal growth.
Whether you're aiming to transform your existing property, hunting to buy property, or looking to create a career in sustainable living, this course is for you. Gain the skills, knowledge, and confidence to make the most of any landscape, optimize a home within it, and create a lifestyle of abundance.
During this course, we have numerous hands-on activities planned including building a rainwater tank system, composting bays, garden beds, and planting an orchard. The course will be facilitated by Academy Founder, Kenton Zerbin, and two featured instructors - a renowned holistic chef and a lifestyle coach.
The Chef is none other than Doris Fin, a local Holistic Chef. Learn efficient prep and kitchen hacks, foraging for wild ingredients for our plates and drinks, and how to eat inspired by the seasons. Prepare to be nourished - body, mind, and soul.
Our lifestyle coach is Deniz Demirel, owner of Straight Fin Farms. Deniz hosts the FAIL Series, a lifestyle coaching group that assists individuals in discovering their purpose, community, and balance through the RISE program. During this course, we will share some of the key concepts and tools used by the RISE program, including fireside chats where we can all share lessons from our own journey.
Immerse yourself in the fundamentals that will prepare you for a future in sustainable living, whether you're looking to consult, teach, or simply create a thriving, self-sufficient property.
NOTE: The Attainable Sustainable 101 program is the first step towards advanced pathways, including Attainable Sustainable 201 (Permaculture Design Certification Course) and Attainable Sustainable 301 (Teacher Training).
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Cost:
The seven-day retreat is $2497 CAN. Read the details below on complimentary amenities, food, and extras. Payment plans are available upon inquiry at "
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OPTION: Upgrade your accommodations - See event page for details.
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WHEN:
This week-long course runs May 25 - June 1, 2025.
Check-in on Sunday, May 25, before 2 PM.
Check-out on Sunday, June 1, by 11 AM.
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WHERE:
The course is being held at "Straight Fin Farm", about 90 minutes northeast of Toronto. It's a beautiful 34-acre property that is 1/3 forested, 1/3 waterfront, and 1/3 homestead with mixed pasture. The farm is also a budding animal sanctuary with resident deer, 3 pond turtles, a local beaver, bee hives, an array of birds, and more. Straight Fin Farms aims to demonstrate healthy and profitable methods of growing food, emphasizing biodiversity. Its mission is to balance nature and offer a retreat for reflection and personal growth.
The nearest town, Bobcaygeon, is 9 minutes away and offers a public beach, food, and all amenities. The closest major airport is Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ).
The address for Straight Fin Farm is:
1091 Kawartha Lakes County Rd 24, Dunsford, ON K0M 1L0
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AMENITIES & FOOD:
Registration includes:
-Complimentary, healthy, delicious, in-house meals made from quality local ingredients. Vegan and omnivore diet options provided. Please let us know at least 2 weeks in advance of any dietary preferences/restrictions so the chef can be prepared to accommodate. Last-minute requests may not be accommodated.
-Complimentary camping space. There are plenty of available spaces to place your tent. There are also Camper / RV parking spots available (No utilities available). Accomodation upgrades available (See event page for details).
-Two outdoor bathroom units equipped with hot showers and composting toilets.
Additional amenities include:
--Water access, floating docks, & kayaks.
--Hot tub - available only at set times
--Sports equipment
--Mowed walking trails around the property.
--Firepit and seating.
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SCHEDULE:
May 25 - Arrival Day
12:00-1:45 PM: Check-in! Set up your tent, relax, and explore.
2:00 PM: Orientation,
5:00 PM: Dinner, then evening recreation.
May 26-May 31 - Class Days
8:00 AM: Breakfast
9:00 AM: Classes begin
12:00 PM: Lunch
1:00 PM: Classes resume
5:00 PM: Dinner
Evening: Optional activities (recreation, yoga, meditation, etc.)
May 31 Evening - Graduation Party & Dinner
5:00 PM: Dinner
6:00 PM: Graduation Ceremony
6:30 PM: Entertainment
10:00 PM: Wind-down
June 1 - Goodbyes, Networking, & Checkout
8:00 AM: Breakfast
9:00 AM: Networking & Community session
10:00 AM: Pack-up & Clean-up
11:00 AM: Check-out
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ADDITIONAL DETAILS:
Upon completion of the course, students are provided with 1-year access to “Attainable Sustainable Academy” ($1500 value). This includes mini-courses and recordings of the core content.
What to Bring: Proper footwear to work and play in, clothes for all weather conditions, sunscreen, hat, work gloves, water bottle, bug repellant, additional snacks and food as wanted, and your tent/sleeping set up. Bio-degradable soap/shampoo (Dr. Brommers) will be provided, please only bring and use natural products if you wish to use your own.
This is a hands-on retreat event with an emphasis on community. This includes assisting (and learning from) the chef, group clean-ups, and other day-to-day tasks for a learning and living retreat to run smoothly.
Sustainable is Attainable!
Sign up now and start your journey towards sustainable living!
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