We are passionate about innovation and creativity. We believe that if people are given the space, support and resources, that human ingenuity can thrive. This is why we have created the Ingenuity Innovation Center located in St. Helens, Oregon. We are are a group of "Ingenuers" who are committed to building and sharing sustainable solutions through igniting imaginations. Our 20 acre parcel is dedicated to bringing artists, builders, inventors, gardeners, dreamers and humanitarians together to cr …

Permaculture is a design system for creating sustainable human habitats, in harmony with the larger ecosystems of which they are a part. Anyone can use it: starting where they are, with what they have. This group is a great place to learn about regenerative design, urban agriculture, animal husbandry, edible fungi, bioremediation, aquaculture, rainwater harvesting, local food systems, alternative economics, community living, soil-building, and much much more...

"Homesteading" is the act of making things from scratch. This includes a wide range of fun activities like gardening, preserving food, making home brews, raising chickens and bees, and making homemade beauty and cleaning products. "Homesteaders" want to know where their food comes from and what is in their products. Making things from scratch is the best way to educate yourself and save some money in the process! Join us for DIY classes and to meet other urban homesteaders in your community. Ple …