PAUL GAUTSCHI

Paul Gautschi has been an organic gardener for over 55 years and is known locally as a master arborist. In 1979 Paul and his family moved to the Northern Peninsula of Washington from California. As a father to 7 children, he has raised food for his family and friends – never to sell. Paul has given lively tours of his orchards and gardens to international groups from 1 to 450 who have also enjoyed the fruits of his labor. Paul’s generosity, passion and enthusiastic outlook has changed the lives of people in the local region and travelers from afar.

Tour Paul's Home Garden

This is no ordinary experience. Paul Gautschi's home garden is nestled in the shadow of the Olympic National Park on the Olympic Peninsula of Washington. Grow your Back to Eden Gardening knowledge and experience for yourself the incredible results of Back to Eden Gardening. 
Paul gives tours at his home EVERY SUNDAY at 2:30PM (June-September). This is a private residence. Please, be respectful and do not show up at any other day or time, no exceptions! The tour is for adults only; please do not bring children under the age of 18. Paul is extremely generous. Consider giving Paul a donation at the end of the tour. 
GARDEN TOUR
EVERY SUNDAY @ 2:30PM

GARDEN TOUR SEASON
OPEN JUNE - SEPTEMBER

PRUNING DEMO
CALL PAUL FOR OPEN DATES IN JANUARY

Plan Your Visit

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Give Back to Paul

Paul Gautschi gives tours that are 100% FREE. Show your appreciation with a donation.

As organizers of his tours we strongly encourage visitors to give Paul a donation after the tour. Paul gives away TONS of free tastings of his fruits and vegetables every year planted from his own seeds he has saved! Please show Paul gratitude for his generosity and gift whatever amount you feel comfortable with after the tour. 

Tour Rules

1. Do not show up anytime other than the specified tour date. Only arrange your visit on a SUNDAY at 2:30PM (June-September).

2. No children. Paul has kindly asked for tours to be limited to adults only due to incidents of damage to his gardens during tours. 

3. Park only in designated parking area. DESCRIBED HERE
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4. Call Paul to confirm Pruning Demo dates in advance (JANUARY).

Write a Letter to Paul

PAUL DOESN'T USE A COMPUTER! 
Therefore, the best way to contact Paul is to send him a letter via mail. 
NOTE: Please include your phone number in your letter so that Paul has the option to respond to your questions over the phone.
MAILING ADDRESS:
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Paul Gautschi
411 Craig Rd. 
Sequim, WA 98382