Your Hand Maps the Land

The video tutorial explains the structure of landscapes using the analogy of a fist, highlighting the main ridge and primary valleys. It describes the fractal nature of these patterns and their importance in permaculture design. The tutorial contrasts conventional water management with permaculture's approach, which emphasizes water retention and natural resource accumulation. Practical applications of permaculture, such as integrating human settlements and farming into the landscape, are also discussed.

What is the role of the main ridge in a landscape?

• It acts as a barrier to water flow.

• It is the highest point and acts as the spine of the landscape.

• It is a flat area used for agriculture.

• It is the lowest point where water collects.

How does the permaculture approach to water management differ from conventional methods?

• Permaculture focuses on rapid water drainage.

• Permaculture aims to move water quickly from source to sink.

• Permaculture designs for water to pause and meander, enhancing natural resource accumulation.

• Permaculture uses only artificial structures for water management.

What is a key feature of permaculture design in terms of water management?

• Creating straight channels for water flow.

• Building large dams to store water.

• Using only underground pipes for water distribution.

• Designing landscapes to allow water to sink into the ground.

Which of the following is an example of permaculture design?

• Planting forests on hilltops to create spongy soil.

• Building concrete barriers to control water.

• Draining wetlands to prevent flooding.

• Straightening rivers to increase flow speed.

What is the benefit of integrating human settlements into the landscape in permaculture?

• It increases the cost of construction.

• It isolates communities from natural systems.

• It promotes interaction and community by conforming to the land's shape.

• It reduces the need for natural resources.