What to Bring to Workparties

Things to Bring:

• Sleeping bag and pillow (the Bunkhouse has comfy sleeping mats, but BYO if you're camping).

• Towel

• Work gloves (we do have extras!)

• Work clothes and sturdy shoes/hiking boots/mud boots, as well as lots of layers for different temperatures/precipitation and working outside in all weather. A non-nylon outer shell for working around burn piles is recommended...sparks are disaster for those nice puffy down coats! We do have some extras.

• Flashlight or headlamp

• We provide all meals, but if you'd like to bring something to share, welcome treats include good crusty breads, greens and veggies in winter, chocolate, anything from your garden, and anything involving a secret recipe.

• If you have a chainsaw and are safe and comfortable using it, please bring it! We always have fuel-reductions projects or firewood to cut, and are so appreciative of all the help we can get!  Note that we require all chainsaw operators to wear protective gear including chaps, and we do have some extras.

• Musical instruments for evening jams

• Games to share & teach!

• Adults are welcome to bring adult beverages for responsible enjoyment and sharing after the work is done! 

• Please check our Wish List to see if you have hand-me-downs or such that would find good service at Ekone.

Things Not to Bring:

• Dogs…the ranch may seem like a doggy paradise, but there are a lot of rules and training involved to ensure that dogs at the ranch are safe and considerate towards people, other dogs, other animals, and themselves! If you absolutely cannot come here without your dog, please email or call ahead of time so we can discuss it, and please don’t be offended if we say no, or that your dog has to be kept on a leash or in the car while you’re here.

• Firearms...will not be needed for this event. Please don't bring any.