Earth Labs Residency
Get ready to practice self and shared sufficiency skills, learn community building, and prepare for a solar punk future.
Oct 9-26 join us for our Earth Labs residency!
EARLY BIRD ENDS SEPTEMBER 16th
Who this is for
We are inviting people of all ages who are interested in practical ecology, regenerative land use, community building, appropriate technologies, and shared sufficiency skills.
You'll be able to immerse in intentional community living for 3 weeks
What's Included
✔ Weekend immersive workshops
✔ Weekday mini-classes
✔ Stay in a San Diego intentional community
✔ Access to community amenities and social events
Important: Accommodation is booked separately, we have guest rooms and camping/vanlife options available
Weekly Rhythm
Saturday — Primary workshop
Morning classroom component
Lunch
Afternoon hands-on work
Evening social gathering
Sunday — Application & Hands On Training
Hands-on implementation
Group projects
Discussion / reflection
Departure for weekend-only participants
Monday–Friday — Residency
Mini-classes
Work-trade opportunities (Property/ecology work)
Independent projects & research
Open studio / workshop access
Community living
NOTE: Full calendar of workshops and mini-classes will be released soon. Expect workshops on natural building, offgrid water systems, herbal first aid, survival skills, community building, and more!
About the Ranch
We’re a sustainable coliving community in nature full of creative entrepreneurs, musicians, filmmakers, and more. Some of our full-time residents will be participating in the retreat with you!
You’ll have 4-acres of enchanted forest to explore, where you’ll find plenty of nooks to enjoy.
Accessibility
We have 2 work trade scholarships available.
If you would like to inquire about a work exchange, fill out this form:
Because of the nature of our rural community, those with physical mobility limitations are at risk of injury. To fully participate in all the workshops, you will need to be able to navigate uneven terrain on your own. We apologize if this limits your ability to join, but please stay tuned for future residencies.