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Re-Forming Formed: 2007 Established: 2008
Gaiam One
Chimirol De Rivas, San Jose,
Costa Rica
 This community is one and one half years old. It is based in the Talamanca mountains of Costa Rica. The 10 acres is bordered by the Rio Chirripo (land of eternal waters in indigenous language). The temperatures range from 60-85 deg F (16-28 deg C) all year round. We enliven the land with Biodynamic agriculture and some Permaculture principles. We work with nature spirits.
We seek others to join an eventual land trust structure to share in sustainable living in a beautiful tranquil site of eternal springtime.
We live an embodiment of awareness of the unity of all of life. This is of paramount importance. Respect for all life everywhere is critical for the unfolding of conscious awareness.
There are currently 6 residents, with eventual population of about 15-20 seen as maximum.
Be guided by your heart rather than mind.
Please see website for more details. It should be fully operational by Jan 29.
 
Contact:
Gaiam One, Chimirol de Rivas, Costa Rica
Phone: 506-2742-5310
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Last Updated:1/27/2010
 
Visitors Accepted
Visitor Process: Arrange through email or phone.
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.

Population
Members(adults and children):
6
Open to new members:
Yes
Government
Decision Making:
Other
Identified Leader:
No Answer
(Status in change from One to group decisions)
Leadership Core Group:
No Answer
(In evolution)
Labor and Money
Financial Style:
Members have independent finances
Labor Contribution:
Expected
(Contingent upon qualifications)
Join Fee:
No
Regular Fees:
No Answer
(Not decided yet)
Land and Buildings
Rural
Area:
10 acres (4.0 hectares)
Land Owned By:
Other
(Corporation but moving to land trust)
Number of Residences:
6
Food, etc.
Percentage of Food Grown:
21-50%
(aiming for 90%. The rest is purchased (organic))
Share Community Meals:
Nearly all dinners
(There is nothing fixed about this.)
Dietary Choice or Restrictions:
Diet is up to each individual
Dietary Practice:
Other
(Some are vegetarians, some are not.)
Alcohol Use:
Seldom used
(Occasional beer by younger members)
Tobacco Use:
Seldom used
(Sometimes used in ceremonies)
Social Factors
Common Spiritual Practices:
Yes
(Evolving)
Which Spiritual Traditions(s):
Other
(The focus here is not on 'religions' but on truth, oneness, unity, wholeness)
Educational Style(s):
(No children here now, but home schooling somewhat preferred)
 
 


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