SOULSTEAD
An Orthodox Ecology Lab in the Sierra Nevada
We restore forests, cultivate regenerative soils, and provide immersive wilderness education rooted in faith, craft, and ecological stewardship.
Our Mission
Soulstead is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to cultivating an Orthodox ecology — a sacred approach to land stewardship that blends faith, craft, and science.Through forest restoration, regenerative soil practices, and educational wilderness experiences, we empower communities to care for creation, live sustainably, and reconnect with the rhythms of the natural world.
Learn. Restore. Transform.
Orthodox Ecology Lab
Hands-on research and practice in forest restoration, regenerative soil, and sustainable homesteading guided by Orthodox principles of care, stewardship, and contemplation.Wilderness Education & Workshops
Immersive retreats and short-term workshops teach sustainable living, forestcraft, soil and compost management, and mindful interaction with the land.Regenerative Soil & Forest Products
Biochar, compost, and nutrient-rich soil amendments produced from open-range chickens and native resources, sold to support Soulstead’s mission.Community Pilgrimage & Apprenticeships
Small group experiences for families, students, and seekers to live, work, and learn alongside Soulstead practitioners — integrating faith, craft, and ecological responsibility.
Soulstead isn’t just a farm—it’s a forest classroom. We host immersive workshops and retreats, where you can:+ Learn permaculture and regenerative practices.+ Engage with livestock and forest ecology.+ Experience quiet reflection and spiritual connection in nature.Each experience is designed to leave you with practical skills, inspiration, and a deeper relationship with the land.
Restoring Land. Shaping Stewardship.
Every program, product, and donation supports:+ Forest and habitat restoration+ Fire mitigation and ecological resilience+ Faith-based wilderness education+ Hands-on training in sustainable living
Join the Soulstead Pilgrimage
Support the mission through donations, participation in workshops, or apprenticeship programs. Help us cultivate a generation of stewards who integrate faith, craft, and care for the land.
At Soulstead, we approach the land as a teacher. Every tree, stream, and animal offers insight, and we steward them with respect, patience, and curiosity.We combine hands-on homesteading with scientific observation, spiritual reflection, and ecological design. Our forest is alive with possibility—home to chickens that forage freely, heritage livestock, and food forests shaped by thoughtful swales, berms, and gardens.Founded by John Jimin and his family, Soulstead is a place to learn, taste, and experience what it means to live in harmony with the natural world.
Get in Touch
Whether you’re curious about our products, interested in a workshop, or want to learn more about our forest, we’d love to hear from you.
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