We've got 40 acres of desert, a proper makerspace, and a crew of builders intent on leaving the world better than they found it. Now we're building a community house with all the things we wish we could fit in our rigs.
The Roamstead operates as a non-profit private recreational property. There's no fee to camp or build with us, but we're limited to hosting small groups on an invitation-only basis for the time being.
Brad made a stop at the Roamstead and gives a peek at what we're up to over here.
We're not the only nomads looking to build a stopping place for the community. We envision a network of properties around the US, brought to life by a network of co-operating founders and traveling residents.
We're not going to try to sell anyone on the idea that starting a roamstead is easy. There's a new challenge for us to navigate just about every day. What we can do is document and share what we learn along the way so the next crew that decides to get after it will have an easier time.
Yes, your rig will fit. Dispersed sites available for smaller rigs to spread out a bit.
Tools for DIYers and resident pros who can tackle anything
Internet, Mail, Workspace. Typing is less fun than welding but sometimes you've got to do it.
Adjacent to public land for larger groups or people who just don't like our music as much as we do
We're bad enough at shopping lists we had to pick a place within 30 minutes of a Home Depot.
Established around a nucleus of long-time perma-moseying weirdos
Hot water, real plumbing, no more truck stop runs.
Full cooking setup with organized group meals.
Desks, monitors, fast internet. Work from the desert.
Weights, yoga space, room to move your body.
Recovery and reset after a day of building.
Cleared spots further out for privacy and solitude.
Mutual support, shared meals, collective care.
Physical, mental, emotional. The whole picture.
Skill sharing, workshops, mentorship.
Strength, mobility, play, embodiment.
Regenerative systems, low-impact living.
Expression, rhythm, creativity, making things.
Stays are by personal invitation. Reach out with who you are, when you want to come, and what you want to work on.
Already headed our way? Read up on how to be a 10/10 desert homie.
