This is a badge bit (BB) that is part of the
PEP curriculum. Completing this BB is part of getting the iron badge in
earthworks.
For this BB, you will build a large natural swimming pool with a level spot next to it!
(source: Permaculture Voices)
For more information:
Organic Pools
Natural Swimming Pools by David Pagan Butler
Minimum Requirements:
- swimming area is at least 400 square feet and 8 feet deep
- water cleaning area is at least 400 square feet, fully planted
- level spot is at least 400 square feet
- water circulation is David Pagan Butler style (water bubble)
To get certified for this BB, post pictures or a video (2 minutes or shorter) that demonstrate the following:
- the site you are starting with
- equipment and materials at the build site
- partway through the build
- details of the water circulation system
- completed large natural swimming pool with a level spot next to it that meets the above minimum requirements