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Forming Formed: 2001 Established: 2003

This page last updated:10/16/2010

Dragonvale

New Sweden, Maine,

United States

Have you ever wanted to live in a place where everyone supports one another? Do you want to wake up in the morning without stress, and eager to start the day? Do you want to truly enjoy the way you make a living? Do you want to live a life full of magic, wonder, and joy?

If you answered yes to any or all of these questions, then perhaps Dragonvale is what you seek.

We are a growing intentional community in New Sweden, Maine, with the goal of becoming completely self-sufficient and sustainable. We have a deep spiritual connection to the Earth, believe in making a living in common, and sharing in each others' lives. We are building a family (or tribe) based on the principles of mutual love and support. This doesn't mean that we'll never have disagreements or get annoyed with each other. In fact, being human, it would be unrealistic to think that is possible, but by living in an environment of trust, commitment and love, we can more easily deal with the inevitable issues that arise between even the most well-adjusted folks.

Our goal here is not to set up hard and fast rules, but rather introduce the concept in a clear form while hopefully inspiring those who read it to become involved in its creation. Dragonvale will continue to evolve over time, while remaining rooted in our core principles.

Website: http://www.Dragonvale.org

Contact:

269 Rista Rd
New Sweden, Maine 04762 United States
Phone: 207-896-3393

Links:

Sacred Lands: Sacred Lands is the nonprofit organization that we founded a number of years ago to remind people about our relationship to the Earth.

Community location is placed at the center of the zip/postal code, city/state, or city/country (not based on street addresses)

This page last updated:10/16/2010

Visitors Accepted

Visitor Process: Please call or email for details. Winter visits are not recommended unless you have plans to stay at a nearby motel or bed and breakfast (we can recommend a couple clean, affordable ones). We have no guest accommodations currently, but rustic camping and water are available. An outdoor solar shower might be available depending on the season. We would want to communicate back and forth for a bit before a visit would be considered.

Affiliations: Dancing Bones

Statement of Housing Non-discrimination:

Our community does not discriminate in regards to housing based on race/color, national origin, religion, sex/gender, family status (i.e. having children, not having children, or being pregnant), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, ancestry, source of income, age, creed, personal appearance, political affiliation, HIV infection, military/veteran status, unfavorable military discharge, gender identity or expression, receiving public assistance, or being the victim of domestic abuse.

Our community is a legally sanctioned church or religious organization and living in our community is restricted to members of that religion as allowed by law. Our religion does not discriminate based on race, color, or national origin. Housing in our community is non-commercial (i.e. not intended to make a profit).

Housing in our community is incidental to employment and therefore fair housing laws do not apply (though employment discrimination laws may).

Comment: We do not require that someone be of a specific religion to become part of the community, but that they share a common spiritual connection to the Earth, and are accepting of the spirtual views of others.

Population Members(adults and children): 8 Open to new members: Yes (There is a minimum trial period of a year and a day before full membership would be considered.)	Government Decision Making: By consensus Leadership Core Group: Yes	Labor and Money Financial Style: Partial income sharing (We all try to share common expenses.) Open to Members with Pre-existing Debt: No Answer (This would depend on the specific situation and level of debt.) Labor Contribution: Expected (Everyone is expected to contribute to any farm related chores and offer mutual support for day-to-day living. Everyone would also likely pitch in with construction projects -- whether directly (doing the actual building) or indirectly (bringing water, food and so on).) Join Fee: Yes (New members are responsible for their own dwelling construction and moving expenses.) Regular Fees: No Answer (Everyone would be expected to pay their share of the common expenses such as land tax, utilities, animal feed and so on. Exceptions would be agreed to ahead of time.)
Land and Buildings Rural (We are in a very rural location, but have reasonable access to a hospital (15 minutes away). We are only about 20 minutes outside of Caribou, ME, so we also have easy access to groceries, building supplies, library and so on.) Area: 104 acres (42.1 hectares) Land Owned By: The community (The land is currently owned by two members of the community, but we are working on transferring the land to the community.) Number of Residences: 2 (There will likely be a third home by the summer of 2011.) Cohousing: No	Food, etc. Percentage of Food Grown: 6-20% (Our goal is to follow a permaculture model. We want to be growing 100% of our required food, though of course this will tale some time to achieve.) Share Community Meals: 2-5 times/week (This will increase as more common community space becomes available.) Dietary Choice or Restrictions: Diet is up to each individual (We do not have strict dietary rules, but we do raise and kill animals for food, and although this is done in a sacred and respectful manner, new community members should be aware of this. Any particularly expensive dietary requirements would be the responsibility of the individual.) Dietary Practice: Omnivorous Alcohol Use: Used occasionally (We have no restrictions on alcohol use, though abuse of any kind could become a problem for the community as a whole and would not be tolerated.) Tobacco Use: Seldom used (We currently have no smokers. Anyone who smokes would be expected to be respectful of others. Common areas will likely be smoke-free.)	Social Factors Common Spiritual Practices: Yes (We have a spiritual connection to the Earth, and although we have no specific religious traditions, it is important that all community members hold the Earth and all life as sacred. Acceptance of other religious and spiritual paths is expected.) Which Spiritual Traditions(s): Eclectic (integrates pieces from many religions) (Although we are quite eclectic, most of us lean towards Paganism/Earth Religions.) Educational Style(s): Home schooling (There is a very good public school in town for those who would prefer that option.)

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