Become a member
There is much to share in this unfolding adventure together.
(this is the view from our cherished Bhakti mtn into the heart of Just Love)
We’ve truly received the beauty of our shared journeys over the past five years.
We’re witnessing our community blossom into vibrant connections through accessible and heartwarming gatherings. It's with immense gratitude that we invite you to apply to become a member. Our membership offers a more formal community model, a step that signifies not just the growth of Just Love but a deepening of our commitment to one another and the sanctuary we cherish.
Becoming a member of Just Love involves an online meeting with our founder, Bala, and, if approved, a monthly contribution of $25 for founders & students, $50 for standard members and $100 for sustainers. See below for details on the range. This helps make our forest sanctuary more accessible, fostering deeper connections. We've seen the magic that regular visits and long stays can weave, and we're committed to keeping this sacred space a financially feasible option for all who find solace here. Read below about all of the benefits a membership offers.
Our evolution includes continuing to host public retreats, allowing us to share the healing power of the forest with a broad audience. Yet, as community members, you'll gain the unique opportunity to come for private day visits on non-event days, stay overnight and even host and participate in intimate private retreats during the quieter weekdays for friends.
Many of you have unique talents and abilities and have expressed a desire to host some of these smaller, more personal gatherings within our community. This aims to create opportunities for us to support and foster each other's growth in these intimate settings, nurturing the truest gifts of love and nature together.
We look forward to the deeper connections, shared experiences, and countless memories yet to be made.
Thank you for being an integral, heartfelt part of our journey so far. Here's to learning, growing, nurturing our sacred land, and continuing to share the love and magic of nature together.
Membership
There are five Core benefits for members:
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Discover the Magic of Monthly Community Retreats (February - December)
Get ready for days that rejuvenate both body and soul with our community weekend retreats! From Friday to Sunday, dive into a world of relaxation and connection for only $50 per member + food contribution ( Break/Lunch/Din = $10/$15/$20) Normally this is $200+ if you do all of the community weekend gatherings.
- Friday Overnight Meditation and Breathwork: Start your retreat with a tranquil evening, finding peace in the yurt and under the stars.
- Saturday Stewarding & Earth-building Activities: Give back to the earth with activities like earth building, permaculture gardening, and trail maintenance, making Sundays meaningful.
- Evening Sound and Song Circle: Cap off your Saturday with the vibrant energy of our sound and song circle, a perfect way to connect and celebrate.
- Sunday Full-Day Forest Therapy: Immerse yourself in the healing power of nature with our guided forest therapy sessions.
Join us for weekends like no other, filled with joy, healing, and community.
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Experience the Joy of the Forest with Friends!
As a member, you’ll have the chance to share the beauty of nature with up to two guests, whether you're planning a refreshing day trip or an immersive overnight stay. Delight in specially accessible rates for you and your guests, plus any applicable taxes. These days are generally open on certain weekends monthly and most weeks, Mon- Thurs.
Day Adventure: Just $25 + tax per person per day (only applies if not staying overnight)
- Self-Guided Camping: Dive into the authentic experience for $25 + tax per person per night. This contribution includes your day adventure fee.
- Glamping: Elevate your stay with our glamping option in our canvas bell tents with plush mattresses for $50 + tax per person per night. If you would like sheet and towel service, that is $25 extra per tent. This contribution includes your day adventure fee.
Bring your friends and the magic of the forest together!
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More Feasible Access to Retreats
As a cherished member of our community, we’re thrilled to offer you something truly special—25% off the standard rate for up to two public specialty retreats per year. Private retreats are not able to receive discounts.
This exclusive discount applies to single or double occupancy in our cozy glamping tents (based on availability), and we've reserved two discounted spots per retreat just for members like you. It’s our heartfelt way of saying thank you for walking this path with us.
To claim your discount, you must email Bala at bala@justloveforest.com before registering to confirm that a discounted space is still available.
These spots are limited and fill quickly, so early communication is key!
Don’t miss this opportunity to rest, reconnect, and root deeper into yourself and the land. We’re honored to welcome you to more meaningful weekends this year!
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Unlock the Magic of Hosting Your Own Gathering
We're excited to offer our members a unique opportunity: the chance to host your own private weekday or weekend gathering in our sacred space.
- Day Retreats: $50 per person (plus tax)
- Overnight Retreats: $100 per person per night (plus tax)
All guests are responsible for their own food provisions and for cleaning up after themselves.
We created this opportunity to support more people in holding healing, sacred, and joyful space. Whether you're exploring a new passion, refining your practice, or gathering a close circle of friends, this is your invitation to create something beautiful in harmony with nature.
These intentional gatherings are meant to deepen connection—with each other and with the forest. Please note: these are private events and may not be advertised publicly.
To ensure alignment with the spirit of our community, we’ll work together to co-create a gathering that honors the energy of the land and the values of Just Love Forest. Approval is given at our discretion, as we are dedicated to maintaining the purity and purpose of our shared space.
If you have a vision that you’d love to bring to life, let’s talk. We’re here to support your creativity and intention, and to help your gathering flourish in a setting that inspires growth, connection, and wonder.
How membership works
Memberships are available on a sliding scale to accommodate your financial situation, ensuring everyone interested can join us and feel welcomed. We strive to maintain affordability for all and kindly encourage those who are able to contribute more to please consider doing so. If you're keen to support our community but find the membership fees beyond your reach, we invite you to apply and set a call where we can chat about healthy reciprocity and potentially contributing through our volunteer program as a member. Just Love wishes to extend membership to the right people to support our community, not simply those who can afford it financially.
As a member, you'll enjoy access to the forest and its programs from February through December each year. The funds collected are used in part for the full-time caretaking of our space, facilitating and supporting the various activities our members wish to undertake throughout the year.
monthly membership fees + Tax
Founding Steward Membership: $25*
* must have already attended 3 events before 2024 to apply
Steward Membership: $50
Sustainer Steward Membership: $100
Student Monthly Membership: $25
Children Under 18: Free, when accompanied by a parent or guardian who is a member
As always, you can email me at bala@justloveforest.com with questions and thoughts.