WELCOME TO OUR november COMMUNITY WEEKEND AT JUST LOVE FOREST! 🌲💚
Hello, Forest Family! We’re beyond excited to invite you to up to a week of connection, rejuvenation, and joy in the heart of nature. You may choose to come to one or all experiences. There’s something meaningful for everyone. This weekend encapsulates our favorite ways of fostering camaraderie and community spirit (meditation, service, drum circle and forest therapy), with an extended stay option (Mon-Thurs) available for members.
Members receive access to all the weekend events, extended stays & retreats at a highly discounted contribution. Learn more about our Steward membership here.
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WHAT’S HAPPENING?
FRIDAY - MEDITATION OVERNIGHT
4:00PM Arrival
This enchanting evening is dedicated to easing us into the weekend with guided meditation sits and spiritual classes. It's a time to let go of the week's stresses, connect deeply with our inner selves, and embrace the tranquility of our forest surroundings. Join us for a journey inward, illuminated by starlight and the gentle glow of lanterns, as we lay the foundation for a weekend of growth and unity.
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SATURDAY – A DAY OF Service & RHYTHMS
Service Day: Solar Garden Cleaning and Yurt Floor Projects, 10:30AM Arrival
Join Us This Saturday for a Special Service Day at Just Love!
We’re excited to welcome you for a hands-on day where you can dive into two unique projects, each one helping us prepare our land for a sustainable future. Whether you're interested in learning about solar site planning or getting involved in an old-school yurt floor finish, there’s an opportunity to connect, learn, and lend a hand!
Option 1: Solar Site Clearing and Orientation
Join us in preparing a new area for our solar array and expanded sustenance garden! Using advanced pathfinder technology, we’ll explore how to assess and orient a site for optimal solar placement. Hear about what goes into selecting a solar site, from the sun’s path and seasonal variations to the impact of shading from nearby trees. Then, help us clear tree sections and branches from this new area, making way for our renewable energy and gardening expansion. It’s a great chance to learn more about sustainable energy while making a real impact on the land.
Option 2: Finishing the Yurt Floor – Rope Filling Project
Our second project brings a hands-on experience in finishing the floor of our yurt. When we first built the yurt, we milled and harvested our own pine, creating a beautiful, rustic floor. In the days before tongue-and-groove flooring, people would use rope in the cracks of wooden floors to keep dirt and debris out, as the boards were often cut and set without interlocking edges. We’re honoring this old-school technique by filling the spaces between our milled boards with rope. With your help, we’re hoping to finish the last 25% of this project and complete what has been a meaningful, multi-year effort!
We look forward to sharing this experience with you, whether you’re learning about solar orientation or helping us complete our beautiful yurt floor. Thank you for helping us bring these sustainable visions to life – see you Saturday!
Learn more and register for Service Day
Drum Circle, 4:00PM Arrival
After a day of peaceful forest therapy, we'll transition, as the sun sets and the rhythm rises — our sound and song circle under the moonlight is where beats and hearts align, creating unforgettable moments of unity and celebration.
Learn more and register for Drum Circle
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SUNDAY – PEAK FALL NATURE ART DAY
10:30AM Arrival
Rediscover your creativity during forest therapy on 716 pristine acres at Just Love Forest. This special day of accessible nature art will be on Nov 10th from 10:30am to 6pm.
Following the success of our first event this past spring, we’re thrilled to bring you another creative journey—this time set against the breathtaking backdrop of fall’s peak colors.
This family-friendly event is open to all skill levels. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or a curious beginner, you’ll rediscover your creativity through mindful art journaling and eco-art activities. We will introduce you to basic watercolor techniques, encouraging you to embrace the process and channel your inner child.
Let the vibrant autumn forest inspire your art and reconnect you with the joy of creation!
As children, we were given art materials and we created without knowing what the finished product would be. We were free with our creativity. Somewhere along the way, many begin to feel that creating art is not worth their time if it is not a career or a major hobby. Mindfully engaging in art journaling and eco-art can be used for relaxation, self-expression, as a way to navigate through challenging times, to discover insights about yourself, get in touch with your inner child, and to enrich your daily life.
We will demonstrate basic watercolor techniques such as wet on wet, stamping, washes and more. Other art materials will be available and feel free to bring any of your own. In our journey with the beautiful forest, we will set an intention of mindfulness while creating art, embracing the process of art, and returning to a child-like acceptance of our artwork.
Each person will receive a travel size mixed media art journal, a watercolor paint set with brushes, reference pages, and a waterproof art pen and other necessities for your travel art kit. At the end of the day, the group will reconvene at the yurt to discuss and create an eco-art mandala.
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Stay A While Longer?
Feel the magic? There’s no rush to leave. Members are welcome to extend their stay from Monday to Thursday at noon, soaking up the peace and beauty of Just Love Forest. It’s your time to reflect, explore, and continue the experience at your own pace.
You can inquire about becoming a member here.
WHY JOIN US?
- Connect: Forge deep connections with like-minded souls and the natural world.
- Rejuvenate: Find peace and restoration through meditation, service, drumming, and forest therapy.
- Give Back: Contribute to the wellbeing of our forest and community through meaningful service.
- Explore: Take this time to explore the wonders of Just Love Forest and discover its hidden treasures.
This is more than an event; it’s the beginning of a tradition, a celebration of the community we’re building, and an invitation to embrace the joy of living in harmony with nature. Let’s come together to share meaningful moments and purposeful time.
Ready to be part of something special? Pack your bags, bring your drums, and let your spirit soar. Just Love Forest is waiting to welcome you home.
See you in the forest,
The Just Love Family
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Got Questions? We’re Here to Help!
If you have any questions or need more information about Community Week, don't hesitate to reach out. Email Bala at bala@justloveforest.com – we're always happy to assist and ensure you have all the details you need.
Ready to Dive Into the Forest Life?
Register now to secure your spot for an unforgettable weekend (and maybe even a bit longer) at Just Love Forest. Whether you’re joining us for meditation, service, drum circles, forest therapy, or the entire experience, we can’t wait to welcome you.
Register for All of Community Weekend Events Here
Register here for the all the Community Weekend events. The weekend kicks off with meditation on Friday night, followed by a Day of Service on Saturday, culminating in an evening of drumming. The weekend concludes with forest therapy on Sunday.
Meditation Friday / Service Saturday /Drum Circle Saturday Eve / Forest Therapy Sunday
Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to connect, rejuvenate, and contribute to our beautiful forest community. Let’s make this Community Week a beautiful beginning of lasting friendships and cherished memories.