RAINBOW WAY-STATION

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As stated previously, The Rainbow Way-station is not in any way connected
to the unofficial non-organization known as the Rainbow Family of Living Light.
It was simply inspired by interactions with the Rainbow Family
in its goals and desires. For this reason there are many differences
between this and a national gathering. This section was written
to point out the differences and similarities. See Example here

The biggest difference is that we are not on public land. Hence it is not
always free. While a long held goal of rainbow is
living free (non-monetarily), it is a major stumbling block to
long term sustainability. Also unfortunate is the interpretation
of some that this meant that no other contribution was necessary,
such as the labor required for a community to function.
Any who have attended gatherings regularly know the periods of
scarcity that appear between moments of abundance.
We are striving for a more balanced approach and a
higher standard of minimalist living. Following are some examples
of our approach to these shortcomings, along with our attempt
to keep things fair and accessible to all.

We are NOT a commune. You are not required to give all your assets to an
organization. Nor are you expected to work all week for the organization.
You are expected to be self sufficient AND contribute to the
common good in return for the common benefit.
This contribution can be made through ones physical labor, but
financial contributions are preferred as they can be used to make
more labor positions available for those without financial means.

Each "brother and sister" in good standing, will be given they're
first nights stay free of charge (labor or monetary) limited to
one free night per month. If the individual wishes to stay longer
and space allows, they will be required to provide a good faith deposit.

($50.00/wk or 5 hours labor)

( labor or equivalent cash deposit), before the second nights stay.
The individual is expected to stay ahead in their work / camp
space exchange (deposit). Cash deposits that were worked off will be
refunded. The work exchange does not include meals.
Communal meals may or may not be worked out between the parties involved.
Likewise the cooking of communal meals is not
part of the work exchange.

We are located in a rural subdivision approx. 3 miles wide and 5 miles long.
most parcels here are undeveloped and unoccupied. The long term dream
is for brothers and sisters to acquire additional parcels adjoining
or close by and growing our community. We will attempt to keep
work down to one day a week, so as to allow for outside
employment and prosperity. The stronger we are as individuals,
the more we have to share with others.

Which brings us to another difference, Co-operative, and even
personal enterprise is not frowned upon.
It keeps us financially solvent. Unlike the gathering, we are
in it for the long haul. We can't just use up everyone's resources
and go home. Various projects are in the works
(and new ideas gratefully accepted) to keep our communal economy
growing, and prepare the way for more of our brothers and
sisters to join us.

As our group grows it is certain to go through a number of transitions,
therefore these writings should be viewed as indicators of a general
direction, but they are not set in stone.
They are the result of some twenty years of study of the issue of
community building and are in many ways different from most
previous attempts. The initial land base is privately "owned"
(due to societal requirements) (land trust pending)
and is being made available as a stepping stone toward the growth
of a community of private "owners" with a community vision.
You are not expected to "buy in."

It IS hoped that you will join in with like-minded
individuals in obtaining neighboring parcels.
Making your own rules, following your own beliefs and focuses.
One size (or place) does not fit all. So instead of one large,
jointly owned (or lost) parcel where everyone has to fit into
the same box, this is a vision of many smaller, diversely focused,
privately owned boxes working cooperatively. More like a
community "association" with personal freedoms, individuality,
and self determination being cornerstones. Instead of
planting "one big tree", we will plant "many little trees".
Though misfortune may confront any one of us at some time, through
this method we increase the likelihood of survivability.

Co-habitational concerns will be decided by consensus.
Foundational concerns will be decided by the investors,
advised by the co-habitational consensus. As more investors,
each with their little piece add to the whole more diversity
and likewise more strength is added to our community at large.

While striving to be spiritually centered individuals, our
community is not affiliated with any religion or specific
spiritual practice, and we do not intend to make this a
"spiritual community." We respect the beliefs of others; we feel
that religious/spritual beliefs are a personal matter.
Ceremonies, religious/spiritual observances (a sweat-lodge,
drum/prayer circles, etc.) are welcome as long as they "invite/welcome"
rather than "expect/force" others to participate.
The same holds true for "politial affiliations."

We don't prefer to make lots of rules, but some structure is
needed in any society. Personal responsibility and common sense
are the order of the day. In general, as long as you don't
intrude on the rights of others you're O.K.

It is important to remember that, as a remote, and off-grid
location, we may find ourselves out of touch with the
"outside" world for extended periods. We also may find ourselves
flooded with guests at any certain time period. We will do
our best to make temporary/emergency arrangements for whomever
shows up. If you do not receive a reply to your e-mail it is
most likely that we did not receive your message. This does not
mean that we are not receptive to your visit or stay with us.
Please keep these realities in mind and come with a back-up/plan B
just in case. There are other community minded groups on Island
as well and we will do our best to keep as many options and
alternatives open as possible in our attempt to work
co-operatively with the extended island ohana (family).

One more thing to keep in mind is that if it is illegal in the
United States, it is probably illegal in Hawaii. And if it's
illegal in Hawaii, then it is probably illegal at the Way-Station.
(Jaywalking and painting with the wrong color excluded.)
Also if it is harmful to the land it will most likely be frowned
upon. Again, what the nitty-gritty comes down to will mostly be a
consensus of the individuals involved and may shift from time to time.

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