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Rainbow Camp Retreat

6 sites · Tents5 acres · Pāhoa, HI
Rainbow Camp Retreat is a Not-For-Profit Trade for Stay Farm Retreat. This is a Sustainable Permaculture Teaching Farm, located on the lower slopes of Hawai'i Island, where you will feel cool at night, but not cold. During the day, you will feel warm, yet not hot. The purpose for a guest to stay with us is to learn Ecologically friendly and Sustainable/Regenerative learning practices, and in return of a successful course, your stay is complimentary. No-costs for learning.Learn more about this land:Rainbow Camp Retreat is the creation of Mother Earth, and is an operational Real-Life Sustainable Farm School Camp. A Trade-For-Stay Retreat Camp. No net fees will be charged upon successful completion of your learning experience (60 Day Minimum). This is a rare opportunity to stay on a Learning Farm to connect with nature, and give back to nature, and gain life skills without the costs of schools. The Farm Setting: Natural surroundings, pristine and Lush Tropical Hawaiian Rainforest surrounding a fully organic off-grid tropical and exotic fruit and flowering plants teaching farm. Trails and unique nooks and points of interest highlighting the beauty of Hawaii, while educating those to become self-sufficient and sustainable. Not-For-Profit, based on trade for stay and personal growth are what is asked of all of our students. While this is a relaxed and real-living experience, this isn't the place to come if you don't want to gain life skills and knowledge (We screen out those who just want a place to flop).  Come learn and stay amongst nature and all of what it has to offer, in a clean and safe environment (Strict No-Tobacco Policy), which is completely organic, and has never had any pesticides or herbicides used ever.This location does not charge for your stay (Fee-Free Trade Stay) - Keep in mind, for this same reason, we don't have a budget base to create luxury amenities.We are a strictly no tobacco non-smoking environment.This is a Learn-For-Stay Situation. The learning with a Degree'd Horticulturist will be requiring a certain amount of your efforts spent learning sustainable living and farming, and with it comes some of the responsibility of hands-on life farming.Due to limited facilities, we do not accept minors under 18. To learn more, and apply go to:  rainbowretreat . webs . com Facebook: /rainbowcampretreatOur other listing: hipcamp.com/hawaii/rainbow-camp-retreat/rainbow-camp-retreatPlease apply with the website here, then email us at the website above so that we may correspond with you and send all the necessary materials and information to be better prepared. See you soon! ALOHA :)
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  • The largest active volcano in the world, Mauna Loa is well known for its frequent activity and large lava flows. At dusk the lava flows begin to glow, transforming the volcanic landscape into a spectacle that can’t be missed. With easy access to an essential Big Island experience, camping near Mauna Loa will ensure you get the most out of your experience.

  • Revel in the harmonious mix of forest and ocean as you camp near Laupahoehoe Beach Park. This idyllic spot offers dramatic ocean views, perfect for sunsets, and a chance to unwind by the calming sounds of the waves.

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