Testimonials

I have been working to become balanced in body, mind, and spirit. In  the process I came up against a wall of deep-seated old fear that I was unable to source on my own. I contacted Russell Scott to assist me. Over a weekend I had five mind clearing sessions with him. Russell helped me get to the root of my blocks. I was impressed by his ability to work intuitively and gently to help me understand the fear that I was allowing to keep me frozen in time. Thank you, Russell for helping me move on with my life and live my passion.

Deborah Eikle Thompson, Life Facilitator,
Lapland, Nova Scotia

 

“This is truly a powerful technique... My, my, my - how does one find the words? The full realization of it (my enlightenment) did not come until the second to the last dyad on the third day. My question was... What Is Life? … Well...as I try to type the words, to share the experience, I feel myself holding back the words because no words can convey the Sacredness of it... “Life is the face of God!”

Kamakshi - Massage Therapist,
Michigan, USA

 

“Russell and the staff were so supportive and were absolutely sure that a direct experience with the truth was possible for each of us. Knowing that they were available whenever I needed them really helped see me through my fears. I cannot say enough about how vital this love and support was. It reminds me of how encouraging it is to feel safe, accepted and understood”

Brenda McMorrow - Singer/Songwriter, Guelph, Ontario

 

“It’s like I did 5 years of meditation in one weekend!”

Beth Clark, Yoga and Meditation Teacher,
Kingston, Ontario

 

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Strawbale

Discover the Ecological Benefits of Strawbale Construction and Learn About Eco-Building, Green Building and Sustainable Natural Building

straw-wall-150With increasing concern about reducing our energy consumption and our ecological footprint and growing interest in sustainable living, Strawbale homes are seen as the natural alternative to mass-produced big box homes.

Homes and buildings that are built with straw-bale walls in combination with conventional building methods have proven to be very strong, durable, extremely economical to heat (with a high R-value), cool in the summer, acoustically quiet, aesthetically appealing, ecologically friendly and easy to construct!

In this 2 1/2 day "Hands-on" workshop you will learn all the theory, techniques and skills that will enable you to plan and build Straw-Bale buildings. The workshop leader will lead you through a step-by-step instruction on how to build a home from the slab to the roof and you will actually construct a small Straw-Bale structure on the workshop site.

Through an integrated blend of audio-visual aids, architectural drawings, pictures, lectures, question and answer periods, demonstrations, hands-on experience, lots of fun and a visit to an actual Straw bale home you will leave the workshop with enough thorough knowledge and experience to build your own Strawbale structure!

Workshop leader

teachingAndrew McKay: For the past nine years, Andrew Mckay has helped over 30 owners build their ecological dream homes, working on every detail from the footings to the roofs. He has extensive experience with straw bale and recycled foam wall systems, finished inside and out with thick sand-cement plaster.  His intent is to empower inspired Do-It-Yourselfers, by sharing his expertise, knowledge and his experience of the strengths and struggles of many builders who have spent their energy working toward self-reliance.

teamworkYou will leave the workshop understanding:

  • The different types of Strawbale Construction and their advantages
  • Design basics and considerations
  • How to secure building permits, mortgages and insurance

You will learn how to:

  • Avoid moisture, insect and pest problems.
  • Build and insulate the appropriate type of slab or foundation.
  • Place bottom and top plates, door and window frames, rafters, joists and walls.
  • Pre-compress load-bearing walls
  • Construct a modified post and beam wall system
  • Trim, size and level the bales and apply reinforcing mesh
  • Stucco the walls
  • Incorporate electrical, plumbing and heating systems.

 

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Do you dream of living in a beautiful earth-friendly, energy efficient home?

Call now to find out more about this workshop. Space is limited to 20 participants.

Retreat Name Strawbale Construction Eco-Workshop
Dates June 18-20, 2010
Fri eve 6:00 pm to Sunday 4 pm
Duration 2 ½ days – 2 nights
Overnight Stay Recommended but not required
Other This Eco-Workshop is limited to 20 participants

 

Workshop Tuition Includes Hospitality Fee 1 Includes Hospitality Fee 2 Includes
  • Instruction and support of Workshop Leader
  • Use of building materials

 

Excludes:
• Tools •

 

  • 2 nights shared accommodations
  • All meals and beverages (buffet-style) from Friday supper to Sunday lunch
  • Meeting space rental
  • Bed linens, towel and face cloth
  • Meals (buffet-style): Friday supper, Saturday lunch and supper. Sunday lunch
  • Meeting space rental
  • (Breakfasts can be added @ $8.50 each)
  • Use of amenities of site (e.g. hiking trails, labyrinth and outdoor swimming pool if available, etc)

Special diets can be prepared for $2 to $5.00 per meal depending on ingredients and extra labour.

Excludes

  • Items of a purely personal nature
  • Laundry & housekeeping •

 

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** Cancellation policy True Source programs require advance commitment of time and finances to venues, suppliers and assistants, which are not recoverable within certain time periods before the events. For this reason our cancellation policy offers these options:

Cancellation Period Refund - Credit towards another True Source Event
90 days before Full refund or credit
30 to 90 days before Refund or credit minus 30% of the tuition
1 to 30 days before Credit of 50% of the tuition

Note: There is no refund or credit after the workshop begins.

 

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