The gathering of the ever hopeful for saving our Democracy. This one counts!

Offered by Kirsten Rudestam and Tanya Wiser, this is a silent, nature-based Vipasanna meditation retreat centered around understanding the body, heart and mind through the five elements of earth, water, fire, air and space. A foundational practice taught by the Buddha, orienting to the elements as fundamental components of the human experience is found in Indigenous cultures, spiritual practices and religious traditions around the world. We will be camping along the Wind River in the Columbia River Gorge, a beautiful setting to cultivate a deeper connection with the natural world and bring the elements alive in our awareness and direct experience. Practice periods will include silent and guided sitting, walking meditation, and Dharma talks. Our retreat is offered freely as a gift to those who attend—there is no cost. To learn more, email elementsnaturedharma@gmail.com

Our Spring Cleaning Work Weekend. Come enjoy the forest and help with an outdoor spring cleaning!

Timber Framing

Install the 6x12 Douglas Fir Rafters

Bring work shoes, eye protection, gloves

Wall Raising

Raise the final SIPs rear walls. Build and raise the front walls.

Bring work shoes, eye protection, gloves.

Assemble SIP Wall System:

What’s entailed: Installing wall panels and putting them together with caulk and fasteners

Bring work shoes, eye protection, and gloves.

Assemble SIP Floor System:

What’s entailed: Moving and installing large (up to 8’x 20’) floor panels and putting them together with caulk and fasteners.

Bring work shoes, eye protection, and gloves. The panels are large and heavy, but should go together relatively easily.