Brigid Walsh is certified in Sustainable Design from The Pratt Institute as well as Certified in Permaculture Design from The Center for BioRegional Living.  She is a GC, WMBE and the founder/owner of 100 Miles North. With an instinctual passion for problem-solving, Brigid uses ecological design techniques to add an “earth-first” solution set to every project, whether on a household-scale or a global-scale. Brigid has nurtured a deep commitment to community and the arts. She serves as Chair of the Saugerties Town Ethics Committee, Co-Chair of the Board of Opus 40 Sculpture Park & Museum, and on the Board of Directors of the Permaculture Lands Trust.

Andrew Faust of the Center for BioRegional Living is a leading expert of permaculture and bioregionalism in North America. A world-renowned educator, Andrew has more than 30 years of experience in ecological education and brings his expertise in land analysis, water systems, energy efficiencies, zone-based site plans, to his work in developing market gardens, food forests, orchards, and biodynamic agriculture. He believes that permaculture can play a crucial role in addressing issues such as climate change, food insecurity, and social inequality by promoting sustainable regenerative practices.

Flynne Wiley has over 20 years of corporate leadership experience, with a focus on strategic marketing and planning, partnership development, and organizing operations for success. Passionate about food and sustainability, she is a champion of food recovery and environmental protection. She is certified in Permaculture Design from the Center for BioRegional Living and is a Certified Aging in Place Specialist focused on wellness, safety, and designing the home for a lifetime.

Kimberly Wesson is an interdisciplinary leader, creative director and holds a Permaculture Design Certification. She has led teams and initiatives across clothing design, interior design, visual content and brand development, sales growth and experiential. Known for her subversive lens & unwavering authenticity, she has the ability to work with teams both large and small to develop and execute strategies that foster growth and stand the test of time.

With 30+ years of experience in land conservation and farmland preservation in rural and urbanizing regions, David Harper has raised more than $8 million for conservation planning, land and easement acquisition, sustainable agriculture and local food system development, and ecological restoration projects in the Mid-Atlantic and Southeastern US. He has worked with landowners and land trusts to preserve more than 8,000 acres of farmland, natural areas and historic sites. He is co-chair of the Rural Resource Coalition of South Carolina, which works to promote rural economies favoring healthy land and communities. He is founder of Land In Common, a conservation consulting practice assisting landowners and community organizations with developing and implementing land legacy projects. David is co-founder of Permaculture Living Lands Trust, created to hold land in trust as places for humans to live into our inherent ecological wisdom.

Carly completed her undergraduate work in K-8 Education and English Literature and holds a M. Ed. in Waldorf Early Childood Education. She is the co- founder of the Forest Kindergarten at the Waldorf School in Saratoga Springs and has worked with children in gardens and in the woods for over 20 years. She has a background in biodynamic farming and has completed her training in Permaculture Design from the Center of Bioregional Living.

Jeff Gagnon is one of the premiere natural builders in the north east. Founder of Rondout Natural Builders, Jeff crafts bespoke, one of a kind buildings, cottages, summer kitchens, tent platforms, and barns. Using timbers from onsite of many build locations and specializing in both Hemp Crete & Straw Bale, Jeff’s energy efficient building techniques, create mainstay and increased value.

Brigid & Andrew celebrating the successful completion of this garden build with team members Jeff Gagnon at Rondout Natural Builders and engineer Paul diMartino.