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"I have taken over 100 seminars and trainings in my life and this was absolutely, one of the very best.
Just Wonderful." Bill L. - Retired Professor
"I found the personal experience and contributions of Bill and Becky very helpful." Sara A. - Mom and Community Organizer
"This training reinforced the importance of working together as community and of the creative exchange that can lead to new insights." George B. CSA Farmer
We (Becky and Bill Wilson) are hosting some 2-Day Transition Trainings in our hometown of Stelle. Not only is it convenient for us, but we think most people will enjoy visiting our sustainably oriented community.
A big part of the transition process is finding ways to decrease our carbon footprint while building some resilience into our communities, and residents in Stelle have been dabbling in this for decades.
People taking this training in Stelle will receive a quick tour of our community to include the tool co-op, garden co-op, chicken co-op, a windmill, our solar powered telephone company, and more.
"I found the Stelle Community a great place to take this training.
They welcomed us into their homes and fed us real food, some of it
right from their gardens." Zach F. - Stock Market Trader, Chicago
Stelle chicken co-op with water catchment in the foreground.
Meals
As part of the price of tuition, lunch will be served on both days just two-miles down the road at the Greenhouse Bed & Breakfast. Locally raised foods with a vegetarian options are the usual fare.
A continental breakfast will also be available on Sunday morning in Stelle. An optional dinner is being arranged for Saturday evening at a modest price to the student (Under $15).
Lodging in and Around Stelle
Some of our residents are delighted to rent out their guest rooms for a modest fee. Please email Becky (or call 815-256-2215) if you are interested in this option.
We can also highly recommend the Greenhouse Bed & Breakfast for a close, friendly and comfortable place to stay (about $55/night).
There are local area motels (in order of closeness) in Ashkum, Dwight, Pontiac and Kankakee (20-30 miles distance).
Lunchtime at Training
Classroom
What to Bring:
Your favorite travel mug (for coffee, tea) a notebook and your readiness to learn.
Driving Directions to Stelle
Stelle is located in the country about 90 south of downtown Chicago or 60 miles north of Champaign/Urbana. Be sure to follow the driving directions and maps on this page. Because we are so rural, some of the internet map services send folks way out-of-the-way.
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Call Becky to register over the phone at 815-256-2215 with credit card or personal check.
Registration Welcome and Homework
Upon registering, you will receive a welcome email from Becky with more information about your training plus some homework assignments that will prepare you to maximize this learning experience.
