Straw Bale Construction
7-Day Hands-On Workshop
Are you excited about living in a straw bale house but unsure how to make your dream a reality (or terrified even to get started)?!
Join us and learn how to build better with bales!
Our workshops are designed to meet the needs of both the novice builder and experienced contractor. Timbo’s grasp of construction technology, with over 18 years as a professional straw bale designer-builder, comes through in his ability to explain each detail in a way that benefits all participants.
Get a truly well-rounded educational experience so that when it is time for your build, you have the confidence to handle anything that comes up, from construction hiccups to personal stress management.
So, come and join us... we would love to have you with us! Our workshops are rewarding, engaging, highly informational, and an absolute blast! Truly, much, much more than just a straw bale construction workshop!!
What we learned will benefit us for years to come.
What we experienced will benefit us for the rest of our lives!Jeff Johnson - Workshop Graduate
2024 Hands-On Workshop Locations
Is This Workshop Right For Me? It Is If…
You don’t want to be that person that says “How hard can it be?” and then becomes the cautionary tale amongst your friends and family.
You want to save money by building your own straw bale house but also want to make certain that you avoid costly mistakes.
You’re an experienced builder but want to learn all the nuances & ins and outs of straw bale construction.
You’ve already designed your home, or even started to build. Now you’re running into a lot of questions and challenges and aren’t sure how to move forward.
You’ve never built anything before and don’t know if you’re insane for even considering building your own straw bale house.
What’s Included In Your Tuition? All workshop participants receive the following with their registration
E-Book
"A Modern Look At Straw Bale Construction"
($24.99 Value)
Instant Download
"Be Your Own Contractor"
Instant Download Videos
($34.99 Value)
Five Step-By-Step Instructional Videos
Instant Download Videos:
Concrete
Framing
Post And Beam
Load Bearing
Lime Plastering
($79.99 Value)
Top Notch Instruction From Timbo (priceless!!!) Plus...
3 Healthy Meals/Day
Camping Space
Shower and Bathroom Facilities
Straw Bale Details
22 Page Instant Download Booklet
($20 Value)
What Will I Learn?
Click HERE For A Detailed Outline of Topics Covered.
Bale Stacking Details
Create strong and durable walls by learning the techniques used by master balers.
Retying And Resizing Bales
Master the fastest knot tying system to save time and money on your project.
Framing Considerations
Our framing system speeds your construction and lowers your budget.
Electrical Details
Learn how to simplify the incorporation of electrical wiring in your bale walls.
Shaping Bales
Create gorgeous curves and sexy transitions to create an inspiring home with the art of bale shaping.
Windows, Doors and HVAC
Keep your house moisture & mold free with proper ventilation and window/door installations.
Creating Niches
Include pockets of beauty in your home with the installation of straw bale niches or “nichos”.
Cabinets And Special Installs
Master effective strategies to install cabinets, partition walls, and other special installations.
Plaster Prep Techiques
Build a strong foundation for your home’s plaster and ensure years of protection for your investment.
Natural Plastering
Learn the art of plastering in order to create a beautiful and durable finish for your home.
Financing And Insurance
Navigate the confusing world of paying for and insuring your straw bale home.
Endless Q & A
Ask me anything related to your personal project or general straw bale construction. ANYTHING!
Your Mentors Are Timbo Scursso & Dainella Nartker
Our workshops are designed to meet the needs of both the novice builder and experienced contractor. Timbo’s grasp of construction technology, with over 20 years as a professional straw bale designer-builder and a lifetime of construction, comes through in his ability to explain each detail in a way that benefits all participants.
Get a truly well-rounded educational experience so that when it is time for your build, you have the confidence to handle anything that comes up from construction hiccups to personal stress management.
Dainella weaves together people, places, and processes to make it easy for you to access the resources you need for building your dream straw bale home. Her background includes a B.S. in Environmental Science & Experiential Education from the University of Oregon, a career in the electrical trade, group facilitation & leadership, and over a decade of business ownership. It is empowering community members like yourself in their learning process that fuels her most!
So, come and join us... we would love to have you with us! Our workshops are rewarding, engaging, highly informational, and an absolute blast! Truly, much, much more than just a workshop!!
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Questions?
Contact your workshop instructors,
Timbo and Dainella, at [email protected].