Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Big Green Summer schedule like?
What is being offered in 2007?: Click here for an overview of 2007 programs
What are the program facilities like?: Our facilities are a lab for what you will be learning, with th eemphasis on experimentation. Our facilities are simple and rustic. We have
Do you have hot showers?: Yes. Our hot solar showers solar are backed up by fossil fuels if neccessary, so that you can always have a hot shower.
Do you serve vegetarian food?: Yes. Our kitchens are vegetarian,
What is your affiliation with Maharishi University of Management?: Big Green Summer is not affiliated with Maharishi Univeristy of Management (MUM). Some of our faculty are affiliated with MUM. For example, Big Green Summer founder Lonnie Gamble is also a founding faculty member in the four year degree program in sustainable living offered by MUM (see http://www.mum.edu/sustainable_living for more information this program).
I read about international internships on the 2006 web site. What is the status of international internship opportunities?: Other than a few special cases, we've decided not to pursue international internships. There are infintite opportunities here in our own back yard. Check out our sister organization The Wilder Institute (http://www.permaculturenow.com/)for opportunities in Central America.
How can I contact the Big Green Summer faculty and work supervisors?: Here is their contact information.