Atalanta Association is a land-based educational non-profit enterprise which is developing a model permaculture and husbandry environment. It is a place of learning that fosters growth for children and adults in the healing, creative, and technological arts, honoring the human spirit, nature, and community.
Located on 44 acres in the high-altitude desert of the San Luis Valley, the project is using permaculture-based land-use design to demonstrate sustainable living. The structures on the land demonstrate alternative building methods and materials, renewable energy sources, and ecologically appropriate technology. Ongoing programming includes the Cooperative Orchard Garden, the High Valley Dairy Goat and Sheep Co-Op, and the Therapeutic Riding Program.
All programming and development is focused on honoring the human spirit, nature, community, and cultural awareness with the mission of “Learning to live with personal responsibility in peace and harmony with all Creation.”
Founded in 1995 by Subud members, the project continues to grow into the vision of serving the greater world while maintaining a deep connection to Subud.
Recent events on the land include service learning with the local Charter School, and service learning and equine education groups from Colorado College and from the local high school. The cooperative garden enrolls new members each year and continues to expand, with 10 new fruit trees planted over the last year, including one as a memorial to Harun Magnuson.
Cabin tents with cots are available by the night for visitors through the early fall. Volunteers and visitors are welcome and there is opportunity for collaboration with organizations and individuals in a variety of ways including volunteerism and educational programming.