Hannah Elshorst

May 15–24, 2027 | Portugal Discover one of Europe’s most vibrant hubs for intentional and regenerative living Spend 10 days exploring more than six inspiring ecovillages and rural initiatives across Portugal, a country that has become a global hotspot for people experimenting with new approaches to community, sustainability and regenerative living. Visit projects including the internationally renowned Tamera peace research village, Traditional Dream Factory, Ananda Kalyani, Spirala Ecological Village, SerVivo and other innovative initiatives working to regenerate both land and community. Meet residents, founders and regenerative leaders and experience a wide variety of approaches to intentional living—from permaculture, regenerative agriculture and ecological restoration to natural building, cooperative economics, alternative social structures and the revitalization of rural villages. Through community visits, hands-on experiences and meaningful conversations, you’ll gain an inside look at both the ecological and human sides of building thriving communities. Along the way, experience Portugal’s beautiful landscapes and culture, from the sun-drenched Alentejo region to the green valleys of Serra da Estrela, while enjoying local food and the connections that naturally develop when traveling with a small group. A great fit for: Prospective community members, aspiring community founders, people interested in regenerative and sustainable living, and travelers who want to experience Portugal through the lens of community, connection and ecological regeneration. Learn more about this tour: https://www.ecovillagetours.com/portugal

Ananda Festival of Bliss is a festival for those who believe in and work towards making the world a better place. It’s an adventure through art and nature, a dive for activists and dreamers, young people and families, lovers of ecology and warriors of light.

TALLER de CARPINTERÏA DE ARMAR Fechas: 1-13 Agosto 2016 Lugar: Ecoaldea Los Guindales Dirigido a: estudiantes, constructores, arquitectos, amantes de los oficios tradicionales. Desarrollo: Se alternarán parte teórica y práctica tomando en cuenta que la teórica será un 20-30 % del total Cada día habrá ocho-nueve horas de taller Teórica: Dibujo, calculo, teoría de trazado,estudio de las armaduras de cubierta más comunes. Práctica: Trazado, cortes y escoplos, montaje varias estructuras de madera maciza. Al comenzar el taller cada alumno dispondrá de un pequeño libro con artículos y apuntes útiles recopilados en estos años, para seguir su aprendizaje y para tomar notas. Habrá a disposición del alumnado una pequeña biblioteca con libro sobre carpintería de armar y bioconstrucción en varios idiomas. Objetivos del Taller: La idea es que cada alumn@ al terminar el taller tenga una formación básica sobre el aprovechamiento y utilización de madera maciza para el diseño, calculo y realización de una armadura. Trabajaremos en la terminación de la planta baja de una casa de madera, cuyas paredes se realzarán con balas de paja (ver taller de balas de paja). Estructuras a realizar : – 2 pórticos con caja-espiga y clavos de madera para reforzar la estructura existente – Habitación de entramado vertical Docencia: – Loris Carboni: carpintero de armar y bioconstructor desde hace 20años. – Olivier Desguers: ingeniero civil y estudiante en prácticas en Los Guindales. Matrícula Taller: 400 Euros Comida: 325 Euros (incluye infusión o café, desayuno y dos comidas para los 13 días) Alojamiento: 50 Euros para derecho a acampada (Hay posibilidad de reservar cama en albergue o yurta, solicitar a la hora de inscribirse, 10 Euros por noche).

This 2 day meditation retreat is set in the stunning rugged mountainside of Southern Andalucia in an Eco-Education centre. We will be focusing on how to find deeper connections with others, but also with ourselves and our surroundings. The retreat will consist of silent meditation sessions, interactive sessions and exercises to explore and deepen the act of ‘connecting’. There will also be some time to go for walks in nature and connect to the desertlike, rural landscape we find ourselves in. As this is a short retreat, you could make the most of your trip by combining it with some time off to explore the area and visit the nature reserve Cabo de Gata, the beaches along the Costa de Sol or drive up to the mountain range of Las Alpujarras or the Sierra Nevada. Beginners as well as experienced meditators are welcome on this retreat. Cost: 110 € This includes basic accomodation, 3 vegetarian meals a day, from local, organic produce and the meditation teachings Siggy Verelst: il***********@***il.com