Oconuco Zuimaco

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About the Community

  • Forming
  • Rural

What we do

Oconuco Zuimaco (OZ) means Mountain Farm, Spirit of Mother Earth (In Taíno).

It’s name (and acronym) encapsulate our mission and vision: an Intentional ecological farm community guided by the spirit of Mother Earth and a magical place (OZ) (Like the Wizard of Oz ).

Oconuco Zuimaco, where all who inhabit strive to live in harmony with the cosmos and each other, with exuberant hopes that all who visit leave with a magic seed sown in their hearts, and that this seed inspires positive changes towards a better world.

Our Vision

Mission:

To build consciousness and community through permaculture and sustainable practices in harmony with mother earth and the universal and spiritual laws of love and light, offering holistic opportunities that guide towards a new humanity and sustainable future.

Focus: Universal values, commitment to spirituality, working in harmony as one humanity with mother earth, inspiring all to practice permaculture and spirituality.

Our Mission

Mission:

To build consciousness and community through permaculture and sustainable practices in harmony with mother earth and the universal and spiritual laws of love and light, offering holistic opportunities that guide towards a new humanity and sustainable future.

Focus: Universal values, commitment to spirituality, working in harmony as one humanity with mother earth, inspiring all to practice permaculture and spirituality.

  • Community type
  • Ecovillage
  • Commune
  • Land-Based Communities
  • Activities
  • Others

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  • 3 Total members
  • Open to new members
  • Open to visitors
  • Open to volunteers
Total
3

How to join

After experiencing living in several intentional communities, and research, wisdom acquired led to prioritizing the creation of a tentative member manual. This very detailed and structured manual’s purpose is to assist new potential members in having a clearer understanding of the communities focus, values and priorities. There is an extensive multi-step approval process to become an official member. This is to ensure that potential members are truly compatible with what is intended with OZ, and a smoother transition if they truly are.

Basic expectations or agreements for members

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Primary decision-making authority

  • Single Leader or Founding Couple

One person or partnership has ultimate authority.

Governance structure

  • Collaborative/Horizontal

Power and responsibility are shared relatively equally among members.

Economic model

  • Partial Income-Sharing

Members contribute a percentage of income to community funds.

Economic scenarios for this community

  • There is a one-time fee, investment, or share purchase to join the community separate from accessing housing
  • Members need to pay fees, dues, or similar to live there on a per month or per year basis
  • There is a labor obligation

Additional economic information

Join fee: Yes (amount not specified)
Monthly fees/dues: Yes (amount not specified)
Labor required: Yes
Members with pre-existing debt: Yes (some debt)
Income generated by the community would be distributed equally to all members, however members who work part-time or full-time outside of the community, would contribute to the income and those who work the full hours (25 hours max) on the project would receive more. All members regardless must work a minimum amount of hours to foster connecting with mother earth and cohesion as a community.

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

Common House, Garden(s), Greenhouse(s), Vehicle Share, Library, Workshop, Outbuilding(s), Swimming pond or pool, Outdoor Kitchen, Fire pit, Some of these are still in construction

Frequency of communal meals

  • 2-5 times per week

Substance use culture

  • Substance use occurs primarily at celebrations or ceremonies
  • Religions
  • Buddhist
  • Quaker
  • Native

Property status

  • Privately owned

Property owner

  • By a single individual, couple, or Family Trust

Setting

  • Rural

Countryside locations with significant distance from urban centers.

Self-produced energy

  • Over 66%

Energy sources used

  • Photovoltaic Solar

Self-produced food

  • Up to 33%
  • Land area size
    0 acres

Reviews

Location

  • Puerto Rico, United States

Oconuco Zuimaco

Promoted Needs and Offers

Offer
  • Real Estate For Sale
4 months ago

“Lots” of Goodness For Sale!

Are you seeking to live in a sustainable, wellness-oriented community that prioritizes nature and environmental conservation? Living Well Ecovillage offers the perfect opportunity to be part of a vibrant, self-sufficient community committed to holistic health and ecological harmony. Available lots are equipped with city utilities and fiber internet access. Located in a unique mixed-use community with a variety of land uses planned for the future, including small business/commercial spaces, tiny houses, cluster housing, and a 10-acre farm. Currently, there are still 7 lots available. The Ecovillage is home to a diverse range of homes, such as timber frame, Deltec, hempcrete, and Net-Zero energy designs—all built with green building principles in mind. This community prioritizes sustainability and wellness in every aspect of life. About the Living Well Ecovillage Spanning 126 acres, the Living Well Ecovillage is bordered by the Deep River and Sandy Creek, offering stunning natural beauty and a tranquil environment. The Ecovillage includes shared spaces like a community garden, a Greenway/Rail Trail, and a neighborhood park. Over 53 acres of natural land buffer the river and creek, preserving the area’s pristine beauty and offering residents a true connection to nature. Your Dream Home Awaits Find your ideal spot to build your sustainable home, surrounded by trees, rock outcroppings, and abundant wild edible plants. Experience breathtaking views and a peaceful setting, perfect for those seeking a slower, more connected way of life. A Community That Supports Wellness The Living Well Ecovillage is not just about space—it’s about community. With access to the Folk School, residents engage in hands-on learning, sustainable practices, and personal growth, fostering a sense of belonging and purpose. Perfectly Located
Offer
Offer
  • Housing For Rent + Shared
5 years ago

mini community

laundry on site no smoking off-street parking I am looking for someone (or possibly a couple) with construction skills/basic home knowledge (and likes to garden), who can help me transform my property to be more useful…look up “the self-sufficient backyard” online. My husband an I are both 60 but he is on disability-physical pain issues and legally blind the past 4 years. We have an 18 tear old nonverbal DS son, and are both Christians. We need someone who is low-key, has references, a solid work ethic and transportation…excess belongings will require storage. The house is old and needs to have a few issues fixed. There is a room available while a tiny house/livable shed you would build to stay in is done but you would have use of the house kitchen and bathroom. I will want to add more small buildings (as can fit) and greenhouses to share produce with each other, the town and for sale. I would be paying for the materials of coarse but I want to be frugal and look for stuff at re-use it centers and design to best usage. The town is within 30-40 minutes of Salina/McPherson/Hutchinson that have more employment opportunities if you are someone from out of the area. I will explain more details to a seriously interested party. This is for someone who needs to cut expenses and/or use his or her skills to barter for a place to live, possibly some food, and nothing else, (like anything sexual)…I found I needed to make that clear! Other options can be discussed such as co-ownership or???.

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