Meg, Patrick and twelve-year-old Woody offer their list of ten permaculture neopeasant provocations as a whole family; a huge highlight was hearing Woody share wisdoms from his unconventional upbringing complete with knives and chainsaws and flames and the freedom to learn lessons the hard way.

Raise children who can thrive in an uncertain future — not just survive the education system. This RetroSuburbia chapter by David Holmgren covers practical skills, outdoor competence, home education, taming technology, and the principles that can help children become capable, self-reliant adults.