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May 16, 2024

Growing the vision to fruition!

Announcing Harbin Springs EcoFarm!

Rebuilding continues as we nurture long-time dreams and visions for Harbin's future with a focus on sustainability. With much thanks to the hard work and dedication of our team, we are very excited to announce the development of Harbin Springs EcoFarm, a 37-acre farm on a portion of our property located on Big Canyon Road in Middletown. In the very near future, guests and Harbinites alike will pass alongside our farm on the way towards Harbin Springs Road.

Our vision is to produce excellent food on this farmland for the Harbin community, as well as for our restaurants. Our longer-range plans include installing a pond, developing an ADA accessible nature trail, hosting a regenerative agriculture student-learning program, as well as opening a farm stand.

Gratefully, Heart Consciousness Church received a grant from the California Department of Food and Agriculture’s Office of Environmental Farm and Innovation, called the Conservation Agriculture Planning Grants Program, for the development of six conservation plans at Harbin Springs EcoFarm, helping to bring our vision to fruition. The grant funds the hiring of expert conservationists to develop conservation plans such as Grazing, Soil Health, Pollination, Fish & Wildlife Conservation, and Carbon Farming.

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"The Conservation Agriculture Planning Grants Program (CAPGP) is a program in the Office of Environmental Farming and Innovation. This program will fund the development of plans that will help farmers and ranchers identify actions for climate change mitigation and adaptation, further environmental stewardship on farms and ranches and ensure agricultural food security into the future." ~ CDFA Website

 
Three people stand smiling arm in arm on the farmland with hills in the bakcground.

This spring, you'll see signs of Harbin’s new farming activities, beginning with water, road & fencing work. HCC will also begin to implement our Grazing Plan, thanks in large part to Richard King, Certified Professional in Rangeland Management, and retired rangeland expert at USDA’s Resource Conservation Service. Richard completed the writing of the Harbin Springs EcoFarm Grazing Plan in 2023. Expect to see our fuzzy new friends (sheep) grazing the slopes and meadows in late spring or early summer of 2024.

While the Conservation Agriculture Planning Grant covers crucial expenses for this project, we will need to raise money for the initial basic infrastructure including the water system, electricity, and roads inside the farm. In the coming months, we'll publish information regarding what this project requires in terms of additional funding. Stay tuned for more details on Harbin Springs EcoFarm!

PLAN YOUR VISIT

Day Visits to Harbin

Day visitors may check-in any time between 9am and 8pm, and enjoy Harbin for 6 hours after arrival, or until 12 midnight (whichever comes first). Attend an event or yoga class between soaks and schedule a massage to make the most of your day!

Book a 6-Hour Day Visit

Camping at Harbin

With a 24-hour pass you can camp at Harbin in the Meadow or set up on a tent platform along the creek. Car camping is also welcome. Lodging accommodations at Harbin often book far in advance, but we usually have reservations available for our 24-hour camping pass!

Book a 24-Hour Pass

A picnic table sits in the shade of a tree. The roof of the campground bathroom and shower facilities is in the background. The meadow is lush and green from the rains.

Lodging at Harbin

Harbin's Grove Cottages and Dome Rooms offer a wide variety of accommodations ranging from tiny single rooms to spacious suites and private cottages. Accommodations at Harbin book quickly during summer so be sure to plan ahead.

Book Accommodations

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EVENTS at HARBIN

Below is just a small selection of upcoming events. Please check our Events Calendar for a complete list of events and classes.

Experience Soundbaths, Prayer Circles, Yoga, Sharing Circles, Movies, Dances and so much more. Events are free with paid admission to Harbin Hot Springs unless otherwise noted. Donations greatly appreciated.


Spiritual Gathering of the Harbin Ministers

Every 4th Sunday, 3-4:30pm at the Events Center

Each month our Spiritual Gathering is filled by a sharing from one of our Harbin Ministers, discussion on new HCC business and a Visioning Session guided by R. Lane with a closing Affirmative Prayer. Non-HCC ministers and guests are very welcome to attend as observers.


Full Flower Moon Meditation with R. Lane Hairston

Friday, May 24, 7-8pm at the Watsu Pool

A Chakra Balancing Meditation enhanced with singing bowls and mantra chants for the Ultimate Sound Bath.


Harbin Dance

Every Wednesday, 8-10pm at the Events Center

Come dance and move in joyful bliss to specially curated music! This dance is a sacred space where all are welcomed, leaving alcohol, technology and verbal communication off the dance floor. Move as you wish and prepare to be Danced!


View the full Events Calendar at harbin.org

 

Congratulations to the May Queen and King and thank you to all who attended our Beltane and May Day Celebrations!


 

Bodywork on Land and in Water

Our Health Services Department offers a range of modalities on both land and in water including Swedish Massage, Cranio-Sacral, Lymphatic, Reflexology, Table Shiatsu, Table Thai, Deep Tissue, Hot Stone Massage, Acupuncture, Breema, Floor Shiatsu, Floor Thai and Watsu®, WaterDance™ and our newest offering, Aqua Qi! After you book your reservations to visit Harbin, call  (707) 987-2477, ext. 2000 to schedule a Health Services bodywork session.

Inspiring the next generation of leaders!

Harbin Hot Springs was one of the many businesses that participated on Career Day at one our local schools representing the variety of opportunities working in hospitality and tourism. Thank you to Middletown Area Merchants Association for inviting us to participate!

Minister RLane stands with singing bowls on the Harbin display table at Middletown High School's Career Day

There is still time! Reserve your customized plaque dedication for a donation of $1000. Be a part of the Harbin Garden Pavilion Supporter commemorative display so we can celebrate your contribution to rebuilding Harbin for years to come. Thanks to you, our generous supporters, we are nearing our goal! Email fundraising@harbin.org after donating or with any questions about your dedication. Donations of all sizes mean the world to us.

Please visit harbin.org/donate.

 
 

We're thrilled to share the news about the Eco-Farm. In other news, progress on our ongoing decade long rebuilding project is on schedule. With recent good weather helping construction progress, we anticipate the new Fern Dressing Room will be ready for summer! We continue expanding our Events offerings bringing teachers and performers here to our rustic retreat center in hopes we can all continue to grow and expand our hearts and minds, reaching for deeper understanding and compassion for ourselves and the people and world around us, through Heart Consciousness.


We hope to see you soon!

~ Harbin Hot Springs

 

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