Our purpose is to educate participants from all over the world about how to build sustainably with environmentally friendly materials, such as straw bales, clay and other appropriate technologies. We are developing alternative building systems that are designed to reduce the consumption of slowly renewable or nonrenewable resources. Weekend and week-long work projects are held throughout most of the year. Workshops are available to individuals and groups, and provide an educational period as well as actual hands-on building projects. Participants receive workbooks that describe the materials and techniques of constructing various types of buildings.
Multicultural activities allow participants to better understand the Mexican culture.
Interested individuals who are unable to attend workshops may still participate in volunteer activities. Meals served provide the option of Mexican or American style food, and the eating area overlooks a small lake. Evenings are spent around the campfire. We have gotten feedback from builders, designers and architects who are very interested and excited by the idea of this gathering. Please pass this information along to your friends and colleagues.