After a long and intensive search, we finally found and bought an amazing piece of land that fits our vision perfectly. The total area of the property is 58.4 hectares, which we've divided into 16 lots ranging from about 1.6 to 4.4 hectares each. Additionally, there's around 17.5 hectares of communal land available for all residents to use for community activities, education, courses, events, and more.
 

Five families have already started planting, building roads and bridges, and further developing the land. We're fortunate to be neighbors with the Maleku Indigenous people, so one of our first actions was to work actively with them. The knowledge we've gained from them is now being integrated into our cultivation practices.
 

We place great value on planting original varieties of crops, like different types of bananas, cacao plants, and various palm species. We are actively searching for more heirloom varieties. The first families have already planted their plots with a diverse range of native fruit and nut trees. This edible forest will form the basis of our food supply.

For now, cattle are grazing the open areas to help with lawn maintenance. When we're ready to keep animals, we hope to find local and hardy breeds. Respecting all life forms is a fundamental principle in our community, and it extends to how we keep livestock. If we choose to keep animals, they are treated with the highest standards of respect, care, and compassion. Each individual has the freedom to decide whether they consume animal products or not. We welcome both vegans and those who consume animal products, as long as all animals are treated with dignity and respect.
 

To further develop our little village, we've built an internal road with necessary river crossings. Thanks to the many springs and streams on the land, we've been able to create small ponds and habitats. As we prepare for building homes, which is also underway, we're careful to maintain a harmonious landscape and choose construction methods suited to the local environment.
 

We're also exploring the best solutions for self-sufficient water and power systems. Overall, we aim to apply permaculture principles in all areas, including preserving heirloom varieties and reforestation. We're constantly making new connections, such as with the Tenorio National Park administration, SINAC (National System of Conservation Areas), reforestation management, local government, and our neighbors, to create synergies and build a network.
 

There are various shopping options within a 20-30 minute drive in Katira, Guatuso, and Bijagua. In Guatuso there is a clinic for emergency care. There is a larger hospital in San Carlos and Upala. In addition to the clinic in Guatuso there is a technical school. Primary and secondary schools are available in many nearby villages. The nearest university is in Upala, about an hour away.