Slab City, California

Welcome to the
Fallout Shelter Ecovillage

A desert intentional community modeling sustainable living, ecological covenants, and cooperative life. Visitors, learners, and new members welcome — by arrangement.

Plan a VisitSupport FoSE

Our Mission

A model for sustainable, cooperative desert life.

We understand how many people find it difficult to live sustainably and responsibly within modern US culture. The Fallout Shelter Ecovillage exists to build a healthy alternative — and to share what we learn.

Members follow ecological covenants and sustainability guidelines as we pursue environmentally sound practices. We welcome individuals, families, and income-sharing communities, and encourage co-housing and cooperatives that promote economic diversity and simple living.

Rather than isolating ourselves, we work as a model for social change — actively sharing discoveries and ideas of sustainable living with people across many different lifestyles.

  • Ecological Covenants

    Shared guidelines that keep the land and our practices in balance.

  • Cooperative Living

    Co-housing, work exchange, and income sharing as paths to simpler living.

  • Open Knowledge

    We share what works — and what does not — with visitors and the wider world.

Ways to Engage

Programs

  1. Guided Tours

    A first look at FoSE.

    A short, pre-arranged tour of the ecovillage. Best for media, researchers, and people exploring whether the visitor program is for them.

  2. Visitor Program

    Five to seven days, hands-on.

    An in-depth stay (5–7 day minimum) participating in daily tasks, cooking, and projects. Visitors camp on-site and bring their own equipment.

  3. Multi-Month Internships

    Live, build, and learn.

    For people serious about ecovillage life. Internships combine longer-term residence with deeper participation in our ecological and cooperative work.

How to plan your visit

Plan a Visit

Scheduled visitors welcome — no drop-ins.

FoSE welcomes scheduled visitors only. Plan on a five-to-seven day minimum stay so we can host you well and so you can experience the rhythm of community life. Visitors participate in daily tasks and camp on-site (bring your own gear).

We ask for voluntary contributions rather than fixed fees — typically about $7 per person per day for food and facilities, and $0.60 per mile for vehicle pickups. Alternative arrangements are available for those facing financial hardship.

Apply to visit

Email us a letter (in the body of the message, not an attachment) covering the following:

  • Who you are and your background
  • What draws you to FoSE
  • Dietary needs and any physical limitations
  • Skills, interests, and what you hope to contribute
  • Planned arrival dates and method of travel
  • Whether you need pickup service or directions
  • Reliable contact information
Email your application

Community Life

Events & Gatherings

Upcoming events

No scheduled events at the moment. Check back soon, or reach out about visiting during our regular community life.

Recurring gatherings

  • Community Social

    Every Monday around sundown · The Karma Tree

    A weekly social gathering with food, drinks, and conversation. More of a community check-in than a meal — visitors are welcome to join their host.

Get in Touch

Contact us

We respond to thoughtful, specific messages. Please tell us a bit about yourself and what you are hoping to learn or arrange.

Email

info@falloutshelterecovillage.org

Best for visit applications, donation inquiries, and media requests.

Find us

Slab City, California
Mailing: PO Box 382, Niland, CA 92257

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