Rustic wooden cabin in a lush green eco-village setting.

Bhrugu Aranya Ecovillage - Poland

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About the Communities

  • Established
  • Ecological
  • Rural

Founding year

  • 1995

What we do

Bhrugu Aranya Ecovillage is a blossoming international Ecovillage, an organic Homa farm community in the rolling hills of southern Poland, with the majestic Tatra Mountains looming over the horizon. We have a spiritual focus, but are non-denominational, focusing on living in harmony with Nature. The place is magical. The energies here are quite powerful and the place heals you.
Here, we use Homa Organic Farming methods based on the ancient Vedic science of Agnihotra healing fire performed at sunrise and sunset. We are all vegetarians, some vegans, and grow a lot of our own food.
Creativity, spiritual awareness, self-development, music, arts, Mandala Art Therapy, Sound Healing, alternative education, herbs, and holistic healing are our primary interests. Currently we are 16 adults, 3 children, 4 cows, 5 dogs, many cats, ducks and bees. We are an eclectic mix of artists, musicians, healers, authors, gardeners, herbalists, architects, therapists and teachers…and dreamers.
Our ecological/educational Nonprofit Foundation teaches Homa Therapy free of charge. We also offer additional experiential workshops in Homa Organic gardening, Fire & Sound Healing, Creative Arts, Mandala Art Therapy and Herbal Lore. Women’s circles weekly.
On the farm one can buy Agnihotra pyramids & accessories, books, Mandala Prints, Deva Herb teas, Homa organic honey, handmade quilts and clothes. . .
We support Rose Circles, a women’s empowerment program in India which helps train women below the poverty level to grow organic foods and learn skills to help them become self-sufficient. We promote their handmade products: original designed clothing, yoga mats, handmade patchwork quilts, rose brooches.
Centre of Light is our biggest project. We have been building a large double-octagon eco centre to serve as a venue for ecological education and a venue for teachers, artists, healers and visionaries for our future.
We welcome visitors and have accommodation for guests in our log cabin, wooden guesthouse and in caravans.
Best is if you have a sincere interest in spiritual (not religious) and environmental living. PLEASE EMAIL OR CALL IN ADVANCE to make arrangements, costs for stay.

Links:

    • Centre of Light:
      Our Ecovillage’s new project, a healing and creative arts centre to serve Europe.
    • Agnihotra Poland:
      English language and Polish too, all about Homa Therapy, Homa farming & our Centre
    • Orion Transmissions Prophecy:
      Inspiring messages for our planet, on earth changes, healing, alternatives, amazing guidance.
  • Ecovillage-Bhrugu Aranya:
    facebook page

Our Mission

An international Homa Ecovillage, bringing ancient healing practices into the modern world.
To create a safe haven for all living beings.
A place where Spirituality meets Ecology.

  • Purpose
  • Ecological
  • Community type
  • Ecovillage
  • Spiritual Retreat Centers
  • Activities
  • Farming
  • Experiences
  • Networking

Commemorative dates

  • January 1, 1995
  • Started planning
  • January 1, 1995
  • Started living together
  • 12 Total members
  • Open to new members
  • Open to visitors
Total
22

How to join

Yes, we are expanding

Basic expectations or agreements for members

Please email, write, or phone first and give approximate dates you would like to visit, and what your interests are in visiting our community. We will then email you information on our guest accommodations, what we offer, etc. We are a working farm and we find that hands-on experience is most rewarding for all. So, we welcome people who like to participate in the activities here and learn about Homa Organic farming, share your tools and experience as well. Interest in learning about and participating in Agnihotra and Homa Therapy is best. This is a main focus of our community. We are also quite creative folks, into arts and music. Check out our website before coming. www.homatherapypoland.org and Facebook page Ecovillage Bhrugu Aranya.

Primary decision-making authority

  • Small Leadership Group

A few people (not elected by the broader community) make the major decisions.

Decision-making process

  • Majority Vote

More than 50% agreement needed.

Governance structure

  • Representative/Democratic

Members elect leaders who make decisions within defined roles.

Conflict resolution approach

We have elders, but we find we all learn from each other.
Our NGO has a president, vice-president, etc.
Group meetings weekly, committees for building, gardening

Economic model

  • Independent Finances

Members maintain separate personal finances with minimal sharing.

Economic scenarios for this community

  • Members need to pay fees, dues, or similar to live there on a per month or per year basis
  • There is a labor obligation
  • Members typically need to have their own job or other personal source of income to cover their expenses while living in the community?

Additional economic information

Regular fees: Yes
Labor: Encouraged or suggested
Some projects are for the community & those are shared.
We share in responsibilities of the farm
There would be a trial basis, but no specific joining fee
Each family puts in money toward utilities, farming. developing the place

Shared resources and amenities that are accessible to everyone in the community

Garden(s), Greenhouse(s), Library, Workshop, Outbuilding(s), Tractor & Farm Equipment, Internet

Frequency of communal meals

  • About once a week

Dietary type

  • Vegetarian Only

Dietary restriction

  • These restrictions are throughout the community

Community activities and engagement

  • Volunteer, Internship, or Apprenticeship, or WWOOF’ing
  • Organization, Resource, or Network
  • WWOOF'ing, Guest Farming
  • Festivals, Conferences, Events

Substance use culture

  • Substance use is prohibited in the community

Gender composition

  • Roughly balanced (no group over 60%)

Age demographics

  • Family-focused (many children and parents)

Property status

  • Privately owned

Property owner

  • By a Community Land Trust or some other kind of nonprofit

Setting

  • Rural

Countryside locations with significant distance from urban centers.

Community type

  • Ecovillage

    Integrated communities designed around ecological principles with sustainable living practices.

  • Spiritual Retreat Centers

    Residential communities focused on providing space for meditation, spiritual practice, and personal growth retreats.

Self-produced energy

  • Up to 33%

Energy sources used

  • Photovoltaic Solar

Self-produced food

  • 33 - 66%

Local, organic, or fair trade food

  • 33 - 66%

Food systems

  • Community garden
  • Greenhouse / aquaponics
  • Land area size
    9.9 acres

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Location

  • Malpolska, Poland

Bhrugu Aranya Ecovillage - Poland

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We are a retired couple who are downsizing, still living within the community. We are selling our large, flexible, comfortably rustic house, perfect for a multigenerational household, a family with kids or for 2 separate households. It’s 3000 square feet on 3 levels. The house is on a slope, with 2 main entrances. At one time it housed a large blended family. The current setup is a 2250 square foot, 2 bath main house with a 700 square foot rental apartment, also called an auxiliary dwelling unit (ADU). There is a staircase between the main and lower floor, with a lockable door. If desired, the ADU kitchen can be removed. The main floor has a very large kitchen/dining area, large living room, two small bedrooms, a bathroom with 2 sinks and a shower, a laundry room and a large mudroom. The non-bearing wall between the 2 bedrooms can be removed to turn it back to a single primary bedroom. The top floor has two bedrooms, one of which is primary with a large bright sitting area, and a large open middle area between them (game room, TV room, kids sleeping area, etc.). There is a bathroom with a claw-foot tub, no shower. The lower floor is the ADU, a finished storage area and a stand-up “crawl space“ which is used as a second pantry and storage.Attached to the house there is also a 150 sq ft wood paneled office/hobby space with its own electric and propane lines. Features: – straw bale construction, which is energy-efficient, great sound insulation, and provides a warm, soft, feeling. -very large functional kitchen with a long granite countertop. The dining area fits 10 people. -natural construction, with solid maple floors in the middle and upper level, marmoleum floor in kitchen and oak floor in the lower level. The two small bedrooms have painted wood floors. The doors are all solid wood. -large, functional, low maintenance patio area. Room for a table for eight and an additional sitting area. Propane hook ups for grills and smokers.
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Worktrade Opportunities on Big Island Hawaii

We are continuing our work-trade program at Bridge Hawaii for the right people on this beautiful 86-acre land located along the Hāmākua Coast. Ideally, we want to host those individuals who can help with the garden and who can support with build projects for up to a 3 month stay. This work-trade would include lodging, food staples, community kitchen, running hot water showers, off-grid electricity, and laundry. There is access to high speed wi-fi. We often have a car that can be reserved. We also have full bar signal strength with Verizon cellphone service. We have about 2 acres of permaculture garden that needs to be cared for including; weeding, planting, picking up mulch, some tree trimming, ect. We are currently in a building stage on the land. We have a few current grant projects we are working on and some build projects that are underway. We are an intentional community with about 8 permanent residents. There are rescue dairy cows, mini cows, mini donkeys, horses, a donkey, cats, dogs, and active bee hives. We are a drug and alcohol “free” space. A glass of wine or beer with dinner is fine, but absolutely no day drinking or parties. We have a meditation temple and many waterfall pools that are wonderful for swimming. Close to some of the nicest beaches on island. We have snorkeling gear and a kayak. Since this is an animal sanctuary, we limit the consumption of meat on the land. Fish, eggs, honey, and dairy are fine. Let me know if you’re interested by sending an email or text for our application. Maomi (801) 623-0738 ma***@*****************ii.com

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