Re: [GBlist] Strawbale raising 6/22 Northern Cal

[Ron Byrd <byrdelc@directcon.net>]

It looks like you have a building integrated solar electric system. Can you
tell us a little about it?

Barbara Linn wrote:

> Please see the following information on the fundraiser/baleraiser on
> Saturday June 22 in Grass Valley, Ca.
> I am the architect on the project and I wish I could be there to learn
> more from Keith Robertson (chief).
> I will be on vacation during this date, but will be there in spirit.
>
> Brenda and Chuck are very well organized and will ensure an enjoyable
> time by all.  The site is incredible.
> Go look at the project website for more info:
>
> www.hware.com/sb
>
> Hope you can make it! You will learn, you will enjoy and most
> importantly you will be helping others.
>
> Barbara Linn
> Portland, OR  architect of Bella Vista
>
> ANNOUNCEMENT
> Come Learn about Straw Bale Construction and sustainable living
> (Hands-on training) on 28 beautiful acres in Grass Valley, California.
>
> OWNERS:
>  Meet Chuck and Brenda Horton, whose straw bale home is currently under
> construction.
> BUILDER:
>   Keith Robertson, of Sons building and development Co. will lead this
> fascinating workshop on healthy building methods.
>
> You will see and learn from experts about the use of the following:
> 1) Passive and active solar, an energy efficient resource- photovoltaics
>
> 2) Radiant floor heating, a non-contaminant method to heat your home
>
> 3) Prestowall strawboard, a non-toxic resource for interior framing.
> (The Horton home will be the first home in the state of California to
> use this material.)
>
> 4)  Natural cotton fiber insulation, an earth friendly insulation
> material
>
>  5) Green building techniques and materials and much more. There will be
>
> plenty of time for questions and answers.
>
> COST is $75.00 a person, which includes continental breakfast, lunch and
>
> beverages.  We will also have a barbecue dinner afterwards
> for an extra $10.00 if you want to stay and enjoy these stunning
> surroundings.
>
> Funds raised will go to Sierra Adoption Services (Tax I.D. # 68-0002878)
>
> to place a foster child into a permanent adoptive family.
>
> For more information and registration please e-mail brendah@hware.com
> Or  call Brenda Horton at 916/ 201- 4000.
> TELL HER WHERE YOU HEARD ABOUT IT.
>
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Ron Byrd
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