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Forming Formed: 2007
Austin Area Ecovillages
Austin (area), Texas,
United States
 We are a mix of computer professionals, engineers, artists, gardeners, inventors, teachers, developing scientists, etc. We share a desire to live in an intentional community that is environmentally responsible, low-stress, and socially liberal.
We are in the planning stages of developing several ecovillage pods. We welcome new members with experience or interest in harnessing renewable energy sources, building eco-safe homes and water catchments, organic farming and ranching, etc., as well as in developing new eco-technologies.
Several sub-communities have already been established. Some have land already, while others are currently shopping for land near the Austin, Texas, area. Please see our website for more information.
  Status: The group has grown and is breaking off into smaller groups, each with their own vision and land.
Website: http://www.meetup.com/AustinAreaEcovillage/
Contact:
Austin Area EcoVillages
Texas United States
Phone: 512-938-3580
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Community location is placed at the center of the zip/postal code, city/state, or city/country (not based on street addresses)
Former/Other Names: Used to be called Bodhi Tree Ranch
Last Updated:3/26/2009
 
Visitor Process: Please note that there are several small communities that have formed out of this group; some may have a place for visitors to stay while others are not ready yet. However, we do have frequent meetings that are open to all. If interested in meeting with us, please join us at our website by posting a little bit of personal history about yourself and your general philosophies. Let us know why you wish to join our community planning meetings, what you hope to gain from the experience, and what you might be able to teach or share with us (skills, wisdom, eco-technologies, etc.).
Statement of Housing Non-discrimination:
No Answer Provided
Population
Members(adults and children):
70
Non-member Residents:
0
Government
Decision Making:
By consensus
(We are egalitarian & make decisions via round table discussions.)
Identified Leader:
No
Leadership Core Group:
No
Labor and Money
Financial Style:
Other
(Each sub-community has their own system now.)
Open to Members with Pre-existing Debt:
Yes
(Pre-existing debt is the responsibility of each individual member. Community funds will not be used to help repay pre-existing debt.)
Labor Contribution:
Expected
(As needed by the community. Labor will be divided equally, based on skills and abilities.)
Join Fee:
Yes
(Varies by sub-community.)
Regular Fees:
Yes
(Each sub-community has their own set fees.)
Land and Buildings
Other
(Mixed. All communities are in our around the Austin, TX area.)
Land Owned By:
Other
(Varies by sub-community)
Social Factors
Which Spiritual Traditions(s):
Eclectic (integrates pieces from many religions)
Educational Style(s):
Other
(Varies by sub-community)
 
 
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