Fellow

You have put a few miles on the shoes of life, and have valuable skills and experience that you are passionate about sharing and developing further.

Fellow schedules allow for paid work opportunities 2+ days a week on one of the following tracks: Community Operations, Hospitality, Construction, Culinary, Adventure Guiding.

The majority of our community members are Fellows.

Minimum Age: 21

Membership Dues: $450 (3 months, $150/mo thereafter)

Refundable Deposit: $500 (returned when you leave in good standing)

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Apprentice

You may not have everything figured out, but know enough to seek out a community that will help you develop personally and professionally as you seek to transform your passion into a sustainable lifestyle.

Minimum Age: 18

Program Cost (inclusive of membership dues):

  • 18-20: $3000 (3 months, $1000/mo thereafter)

  • 21-24: $1500 (3 months, $500/mo thereafter)

  • 25+ (or 4yr degree): $1050 (3 months, $350/mo thereafter)

Refundable Deposit: $500 (returned when you leave in good standing)

Apprentices are eligible for Fellowship after 3 months, and acceptance by a track sponsor.

Scholarships available for candidates with 2+ years of experience in one of: farming, construction, vehicle / machine maintenance, hospitality, culinary arts, sustainable tourism, or outdoor guiding.

 

Farm Stay

You are passionate about growing your own food, don’t mind hard work, and are looking to learn more about living in a sustainable community.

Minimum Age: 21

Program Length: 4 weeks. While Farm Stays cannot be extended, you may apply to join our community as an Apprentice or Fellow during your stay.

NOTE: Previous participants in any Kulaniapia Community Project program are not eligible for farm stays, and must apply as a Fellow or Apprentice.

Refundable Deposit: $500 (returned when you leave in good standing). There are no program fees or membership dues, but Farm Stay participants do not enjoy the same privileges and benefits as community members (Apprentices and Fellows). If you do not show up for your farm stay, elect to leave early, or do not leave when scheduled, you will forfeit your deposit.