2025 Wisconsin Permaculture Convergence

The Wisconsin Permaculture Convergence is a grassroots gathering to bring permaculture education, networking, community building and skill sharing to permaculture enthusiasts, practitioners and those new to permaculture.

The first Wisconsin Permaculture Convergence was held in 2014 at the farm and homestead of the convergence founder, Drew Carlson in Rio, Wisconsin. From 2015-2017 the event was hosted at different locations throughout the state and returned to Rio in 2018. Organizers took a break during the following three years. The 2022 event returned to Rio. In 2024, we partnered with the Low Tech Institute in Cooksville, and now for 2025, we're excited to explore Wisconsin's beautiful Northwoods region at Holiday Acres Resort in Rhinelander.

We believe that by gathering, teaching, sharing, and networking we build a diverse, resilient community of people working toward building a better Wisconsin, region, country, and world.

Welcome to the 8th Annual Wisconsin Permaculture Convergence, taking place from September 5th to September 7th, 2025. This year's convergence begins on Friday evening and extends through Sunday afternoon, offering participants the flexibility to join for any part of or the entire weekend.

The event kicks off with an informal gathering on Friday evening. Dinner is not provided, feel free to bring your own or join a pot luck. Throughout Saturday and Sunday, attendees can immerse themselves in a variety of workshops led by dynamic presenters, educators, homesteaders, activists, and resilience-builders. Saturday night features evening socializing and networking opportunities.

We warmly invite permaculture practitioners, enthusiasts, and newcomers from Wisconsin and neighboring states to join us for this extraordinary event. The Wisconsin Permaculture Convergence is more than just a gathering; it's an opportunity to touch your heart, expand your horizons, and leave feeling inspired and energized.

For additional information about the event, please visit our website: http://www.wisconsinpermacultureconvergence.com

We look forward to welcoming you to this transformative weekend of community, learning, and growth.

The Wisconsin Permaculture Convergence prides itself on moving around our great state to be both inclusive in terms of driving distances for participants, and to witness the broad diversity of our state's geographic, biological and ecological differences.

We've spent time on the east side, where the land and climate are moderated by Lake Michigan. We've spent time on the west side of the state, high up on karst and limestone bluffs. We've been in south central Wisconsin several times, enjoying the Madison microclimate and rural areas north and south of the capitol city.

It's time to venture north, into an entirely new USDA zone, and see what they're growing up there. But as if you needed more persuasion, this year's location is something else. The proprietors of Holiday Acres Resort are themselves permaculture practitioners, and are working to include permaculture design thinking into their resort operations.

The 2025 Wisconsin Permaculture Convergence will be held Friday, September 5-7 at Holiday Acres Resort in Rhinelander, Wisconsin.

Address: 4060 South Shore Drive, Rhinelander, WI 54501

Participants may arrive Friday afternoon (registration starts at 5 p.m.), and the last sessions will be after Sunday lunch, followed by a community-style clean-up.

Bring a tent and camp in the north woods

The resort offers plenty of space for ten camping in a number of specified areas. Truck campers and tiny (teardrop style) campers also can camp for free on the grounds during the event. For larger RVs, camping is available at the resort’s campground (http://westbaycampingresort.com/) 1.5 miles west of the resort proper.

TK are RVs allowed?

Rent a room or a cabin

Holiday Acres Resort offers comfortable on-site accommodations! Make yourself at home in one of the 28 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. 32-inch flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Bathrooms have shower/tub combinations and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Resort Amenities Include:

• Indoor pool and sauna
• Outdoor tennis courts
• Arcade/game room
• Gift shops/newsstands
• Three Coins Restaurant with bar/lounge
• ATM/banking services
• Free self parking
• Pet-friendly rooms available (restrictions and surcharges apply)
• Contactless check-in and check-out available
• Hodag Pete’s coffee shop

Located on beautiful Lake Thompson, Holiday Acres Resort is within a 10-minute drive of Ascension St. Mary's Hospital and just 4.2 miles from the Rhinelander Logging Museum.

For those preferring alternative accommodations, there are additional hotels and camping options in the Rhinelander area.

Three meals are included with your registration fee: Saturday breakfast, lunch and dinner.

• Friday evening: Welcome gathering, BYO/shared dinner
• Saturday breakfast: A combo BYO and shared breakfast, TK coffee provided
• Saturday lunch: provided
• Saturday dinner: provided
• Sunday breakfast:  A combo BYO and shared breakfast, TK coffee provided
• Sunday lunch: provided

Please let us know about any dietary restrictions when you register.

We expect around 75-125 participants from throughout the Midwest and beyond. You can review the list of session leaders on our website. More will be added as we approach the weekend.

Join engaging and interactive indoor and outdoor sessions by permaculture practitioners and enthusiasts to explore, learn, share, and grow! The Convergence fosters a vibrant community of like-minded individuals, passionate about sustainable living and ecological harmony.

Experience a dynamic blend of classroom-style learning and hands-on participatory sessions, where you can dive deep into basic or more advanced principles of permaculture, exchange innovative ideas, and connect with fellow earth stewards. Whether you're a seasoned permaculturist or just beginning your journey, this gathering is the perfect opportunity to expand your knowledge, build meaningful relationships, and be inspired to create positive change in your own backyard and beyond.

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