BurrOakCenter :: Communities Directory

Forming Formed: 2009 Established: 2010

This page last updated:7/22/2011

BurrOakCenter

Turin, Iowa,

United States

The Burr Oak Center for Durable Culture (BOC) is an intentional community dedicated to the education of the community-at-large on permaculture, sustainable living and alternative energy. Located in western Iowa’s beautiful Loess hills, BOC is committed to the philosophy of community building and sustainable development through peace and green living. As an off-shoot of TRACES, a World War II history educational organization, BOC takes its responsibility to educate to the next level, learning from the mistakes of the past to guide our future. Recurring internship, resident educator and support staff positions are available to interested parties. Call us at 712.353.6661 or email us at admin@traces.org to join efforts for a sustainable future!

Website: http://www.traces.org/green

Contact:

Larry Plein, Project Manager
22996 Larpenteur Memorial Road
Turin, Iowa 51040 United States
Phone: 712.353.6661, 651.646.0400

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This page last updated:7/22/2011

Visitors Accepted

Visitor Process: Please call ahead for available visit appointment.

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.

Comment: We also do not discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation

Population Members(adults and children): 3 Open to new members: Yes	Government Decision Making: By consensus Identified Leader: No Leadership Core Group: No	Labor and Money Financial Style: Other (Members are asked to contribute toward living expenses) Open to Members with Pre-existing Debt: Yes Labor Contribution: Expected Join Fee: No Regular Fees: Yes (For living expenses)
Land and Buildings Rural Area: 1 acres (0.4 hectares) Land Owned By: Another form of Non-profit Number of Residences: 1 Cohousing: Yes	Food, etc. Percentage of Food Grown: over 50% Share Community Meals: Nearly all meals Dietary Choice or Restrictions: Diet is up to each individual Dietary Practice: Omnivorous Alcohol Use: Seldom used (Drunkeness is not tolerated) Tobacco Use: Prohibited	Social Factors Common Spiritual Practices: No Which Spiritual Traditions(s): Eclectic (integrates pieces from many religions) Educational Style(s): Public schooled

Cohousing Details

Cohousing Status:

Forming

Year Completed:

2009

Number of Units:

Housing is available for up to 5 adults and 1-2 children

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