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Before You Apply:
The Temple of Belonging is a curated, bioregional women’s gathering local to the PNW devoted to relational depth, shared responsibility, and the lived practice of belonging. This is not a festival model, but is a participatory village.
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We prioritize local wisdom, refined skills, intergenerational presence, and offerings that have been lived and practiced, not just conceptualized. Our intention is to cultivate depth over density and coherence over scale.
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Who This Is For
This gathering is for women who are willing to participate as community members first. We value humility, relational maturity, and a willingness to contribute beyond one’s own offering. Returning village members may be prioritized in order to strengthen continuity and shared culture.
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If you are primarily seeking exposure, high-volume sales, or brand expansion, this may not be the right container. We are gathering to share our gifts, wisdom, medicine and connection to fortify and remember true belonging as our birthright.
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Marketplace Update
In order to keep this year simple and spacious, we will not be hosting a full marketplace. We have learned that a marketplace requires its own infrastructure and energy, and this season we are choosing to focus on depth of connection and shared experience.
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A small number of aligned partners and sponsors may share their work in modest, curated ways woven thoughtfully into the gathering. Any offerings available on site will be limited and integrated rather than operating as a separate commercial space.
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If you'd like to join us at a PARTNERSHIP level, please head HERE to learn more.​​
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Expectations
Accepted facilitators and participants are expected to:
• Attend the full gathering
• Participate in orientation
• Uphold our Ethics & Holding Agreement
• Engage as community members beyond their offering
This is a co-created field. Belonging here is practiced, not consumed.
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Practical Details
Dates, location, lodging options, accessibility information, and timeline for acceptance and payment are listed below. Please read all logistics carefully before applying.'
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If you feel aligned with this vision and are willing to share in the responsibility of tending it, we welcome your application.
If not, we trust your discernment.
Practical Details and Logistics
Please read carefully before applying:
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Dates for facilitators, crew, volunteers, spa team and support teams:
9/22 (1pm arrival apx.) - 9/28 (11am departure.) Crew-folk will all be asked to arrive for set up on the 22nd, and stay for tear down on the 28th. We ask all accepted facilitators and participants to be present for the full duration of the gathering if possible. Arrival and departure windows will be clearly designated and honored in order to support coherence and flow.
General attendee arrivals are from 9/23 (8-11am arrivals) to 9/27 (departing by the evening)
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Location
The gathering will take place at Camp Colton, 45 min southeast of Portland, OR. This is a natural setting. Expect uneven terrain, variable weather, and a camp-style environment. Come prepared for warmth during the day, cooler evenings, and the possibility of rain.
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Lodging
This is a camping event. Limited accommodation options may include shared cabins, camping, or limited private rentals depending on availability and accessiblity needs of the community. Details regarding lodging tiers and pricing will be shared upon acceptance. We do our best to balance comfort with simplicity.
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Meals
Shared meals are included in your ticket. We provide nourishing, thoughtfully prepared food. Please communicate dietary restrictions in advance so we can accommodate as best as possible within our capacity. As a crew-folk, you'll be fed 15 meals starting at Breakfast on the 23rd to Dinner on the 27th.
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Accessibility
We are committed to increasing accessibility each year. If you have mobility needs or specific access concerns, please reach out before applying so we can communicate clearly about what is and is not currently possible at this site.
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Power & Connectivity
Electricity is limited. WiFi and strong cell service may not be available. We encourage preparation for low-tech participation and embodied presence.
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Application Timeline
• Application deadline: Feb 28th
• Notification of acceptance: March 7th
• Payment deadline if accepted: March 14th
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Please only apply if you are prepared to commit within this timeline.
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Cancellation Policy
Tickets are non-refundable. If you are unable to attend after acceptance, you may transfer your spot within the community pending approval.