Meditate with us in our nonprofit Buddhist retreat center in the beautiful Mojave Desert, California, USA

United States

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01/12/2021
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2022

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UPDATE - COVID 19 - Thank you for your interest. We are currently reconfiguring how to safely host workaway folks.

We are a nonprofit Buddhist retreat center located in the Mojave High Desert just outside the town of Joshua Tree California. We run regular group and solo retreats. We are in the Vipassana lineage of U Ba Khin. We are looking for people interested in both workaway and deepening their meditation practice to come help support a not for profit meditation center. We are located several miles down a dirt road in the gorgeous high desert bordering public land. It is a wonderful opportunity to be of service, learn new skills and connect with your meditation practice.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Charity Work
Art Projects
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
UN sustainablity goals this host is trying to achieve
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Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We offer the experience of seeing all sides of how to run a non-profit Buddhist retreat center. There are opportunities to learn many different aspects of the centers workings. Also the opportunity to meditate and study with or resident teacher and co-retreatants.
Help
Assisting us maintaining and refurbishing facilities. Help with online platform and online retreats. Cleaning and setting up center for in person retreats. Helping maintain and build our budding permaculture system. Assisting with registration and social media for retreats.
During the pandemic we are following Covid-19 Protocols.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
We have trailers, houses, and areas for tents depending on what the person retreating prefers.
We are following Covid-19 Protocols.
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What else ...
We are a 15 minute drive to the Joshua Tree National Park, also close to The Integratron, Giant Rock, a variety of art sites, and an hour drive to Palm Springs.
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
- Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
5 hours a day, 5 days a week

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Our zendo is beautiful and peaceful ...a wonderful place to practice meditation.

Some of our accommodations are super cute!!

We have fun even when doing the most random projects!

This is our main house...one of 5 on property.

The sunsets are ALWAYS spectacular!!

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23/12/2020

Left by Workawayer (Jenna) for host

A superb place to deepen your meditation practice! The environment is a beautiful peaceful desert and the energy of the land and community provide an ideal opportunity for quite introspection. I was able to receive help and “pointers” on my meditation which is invaluable.

I volunteered here only for one week, but it was a very special experience… read more

(Excellent )

07/02/2020

Left by Workawayer (Lindy) for host

My time here was such an unforgettable experience. Jaime, River, Arinna, and everyone else who was working at the center were so welcoming and kind. I did not have a lot of experience with meditation before coming here but now I've realized how much I needed more mindfulness in my life. We all mediated together twice a day, morning and evening,… read more

(Excellent )

23/12/2019

Left by Workawayer (Virginie) for host

This was my first workaway and it was such a great experience being able to serve in this wonderful community. This is such a magical and healing place! Jamie and River welcomed me so warmly, the living places was so comfy that I felt as home immediately. Living in this center surrounded by all this beautiful souls in the desert was an absolute… read more

(Excellent )

19/12/2019

Left by Workawayer (Mitchel) for host

Staying at retreat center was a wonderful and peaceful time. I enjoyed learning more about meditation and sitting every day. Working time felt like it passed quick and it felt satisfying. River and Jaime were very appreciative of work and they are kind, caring individuals. As someone who has dietary needs I felt the meals and food were… read more

(Excellent )

13/12/2019

Left by Workawayer (Callie) for host

My time at the meditation center has been extremely peaceful, educational, fun, and rewarding. The center is located in a magnificent desert, fairly isolated and simple, a perfect setting for introspection and contemplation, and plenty of exploring opportunities during off time. The living and gathering spaces are warm and welcoming, and Jaime and… read more

(Excellent )

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