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Formed: 2007 Established: 2008

Alderleaf Wilderness College and Farm

Monroe, Washington,

United States

Alderleaf Wilderness College is a nature, sustainability, and wilderness survival school.

Alderleaf Wilderness College's land is a developing permaculture farm nestled in the foothills of the Cascade Mountains. It is located above the Skykomish River valley near the town of Monroe, Washington, 30 miles northeast of Seattle. Our 15-acre property is an evolving model of environmental sustainability. Alderleaf Wilderness College has its office and classrooms on site and several staff, interns, and student live on site.

The large forested portion of the land contains giant mossy cedars, a cascading creek, a diversity of wildlife, and several wetlands. It is adjacent to thousands of acres of forest lands with many lakes, streams, and mountains.

The land is in the process of integrating a permaculture design plan. The farm includes cabins, houses, a large barn, beautiful pastures, garden space, and fruit trees.

A limited number of rooms for rent are available to staff, interns, and students in our Wilderness Certification Program and occasionally others interested in being involved with Alderleaf. Residents share a passion for nature, sustainability, and community, and often enjoy the opportunity to grow organic food and steward the land.

Website: http://www.WildernessCollege.com

Contact:

Jason Knight
18715 299th Ave SE
Monroe, Washington 98272 United States
Phone: 360-793-8709
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Alderleaf Wilderness College: Alderleaf Wilderness College is a nature education center and wilderness survival school.

Alderleaf Wilderness College Blog: Posts from students and staff at Alderleaf Wilderness College, a resource for wilderness survival, animal tracking, edible & medicinal plants, permaculture, and outdoor education.

Alderleaf Wilderness College Forum: Forum / Online Community site for Alderleaf Wilderness College

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Former/Other Names: Alderleaf Farm

Last Updated:2/28/2013

Visitors Accepted

(We are available to give tours of our property)

Visitor Process: If you are interested in visiting our farm, contact Alderleaf Wilderness College through our website, www.wildernesscollege.com, or by phone: 360-793-8709.

Population Adult Members: 10 (10 living spaces available) Child Members: 0 (children are welcome) Non-member Residents: 0 Open to new children: Yes Gender Balance: 50% M 50% F (varies year to year) (varies year to year) Open to which gender(s): All genders welcome Ethnic Diversity: 10% identify as 'non-white' Age Focus: No Focus Age Restrictions: No	Government Decision Making: Other Identified Leader: No Leadership Core Group: Yes (the property is managed by Alderleaf Wilderness College)	Labor and Money Financial Style: Members have independent finances Labor Contribution: (helping in the gardens and land is optional) Regular Fees: Yes (rooms and cabins rent from $375 to $500 per month)
Land and Buildings Rural Area: 15 acres (6.1 hectares) Land Owned By: Other (Alderleaf Wilderness College) Number of Residences: 4 (two houses (with a combined eight rooms), plus two cabins)	Food, etc. Percentage of Food Grown: 6-20% (when gardens are in season) Share Community Meals: 1 time/week Dietary Choice or Restrictions: Diet is up to each individual Dietary Practice: Omnivorous Alcohol Use: Used occasionally Tobacco Use: Seldom used	Social Factors Open to Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and/or Transgender members: Yes Restrictions on Romantic Relationships (between consenting adults): No Shared Spiritual Path: No Which Spiritual Path(s): Other Educational Style(s): Other (up to each individual)

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