ReskillingReskilling is best thought of as the process of "re-acquiring the capacity to function well on mostly local resources." Although this may in many cases mean "re-acquiring the skills people used to have," we live in a different world than our ancestors of 50 or 100 years ago. The technologies and knowledge at our disposal, as well as the current situation, are different, and it will be up to us to determine what skills are needed to live well in a world of declining energy resources.
Here are some likely examples:
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In Hood River, the Rockford Grange sponsors a Country Living Educational Series through Community Education. Following the ideals of the Grange, that of protecting small farms, promoting country living and a self-sufficient community, classes are geared towards the multitude of skills, knowledge and expertise of community members for the community at large.
www.hrcommunityed.org for more info Check out Rural Craft Revival What other info should be on this page? What is happening in this area in: In The Dalles, In White Salmon In Skamania, |