Welcome!
Polcum Springs is the union of a group of friends who care deeply about the earth with 203 acres of wild land in
Northern Mendocino County.            

Permaculture principles and practices are at the core of our activities on the land and we have adopted an ownership model
that prioritizes the cohesion of the community
over the individual gain of its members.   

We nurture a land and community stewardship model that supports personal and cultural transformation.

We are grateful to be sharing this wild land sanctuary with all of the life that exists here and extend a warm welcome to those who may benefit from its bounty, beauty and inspiration!

Nature Connection 
Rites of Passage

This wild land sanctuary is a sound container for people wanting deep nature connection experiences.    It  serves as  a  place for  youth  & adult individual  or group rites of passage quests,  outings and ceremonies.  
The oak woodlands and mixed conifer forests are home to  thriving wildlife and accessible for humans to explore and learn from.
"I had an awesome time at Polcum Springs.  I loved swimming in the pond, going on day hikes and overall having a great time with my friends and leaders.  I was especially surprised by how clearly I could see the constellations and the milky way.  I enjoyed the night that we slept out under the starts, the sky was so beautiful and mysterious. 
I even learned about some new constellations. 
I am so grateful for my experience there, and I really hope I can go again."
~Stepping Stones youth, age 12

 Personal and Group Retreat 

Polcum Springs provides a beautiful and tranquil setting for personal and group retreats. Accommodations include the 24' Peaceful Yurt, Geodome, and wildland camping. All guests enjoy the spring-fed pond, hiking trails, and use of the hot spring-water shower in the shared outdoor bath house.
"I can't say enough good things! Such a gorgeous area, particularly great for those that are looking to get away from the city and especially intriguing for those interested in seeing a beautiful example of sustainable living. I can't recommend enough that people visit the beautiful yurt."
-Gloria, Personal Retreat guest

"This is the most relaxing place we have ever stayed. [Polcum Springs] was amazing and breakfast of eggs and toast with garden grown tomatoes and basil was delicious. We showed up late in the day and were offered a hike or a swim, but were so happy to just chill in the yurt until we drifted off to some excellent and much needed sleep. This was a super fun place for our two boys too. Thank you so much for a wonderful experience!"
 - Wendy, Personal Retreat guest
In stewarding this land, we actively engage in watershed and forest restoration,
encourage species diversity and engage in citizen science.  
Check out Alison's recent sightings:
iNaturalist.org
Thumb View apernell's observations »

Water is Life

We live off the “current water income”of this land and 
have never had to import water or drill a well. 
We recognize this tremendous privilege to live in harmony with the waters of the land,
and we live rhythmically with what the springs give each year. 

MEET THE

PEOPLE
There are currently five active members of the Polcum, LLC.    Two of those members live on the land full time with their two daughters.  The rest of the members live in Central and Northern California and extend the vision of Polcum in their own work & communities.  Past and current residents, local & distant friends and family, guests and creatures  of the land also contribute to Polcum Spring's rich community life! 

BOOK A

RETREAT OR EVENT
There are a number of ways to be at Polcum Springs.  Book a stay for a personal retreat, a group campout, a rites of passage journey for youth or adults, a nature connection or wild tending offering.  Depending on your individual or group's needs, we work with you to provide the facilities and access you need. 

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