Gameleira

GENERAL INFORMATION
We welcome you for organized Santo Daime works, spiritual gatherings, health and healing retreats,
personal sojourns for 1 to 21 days, or come out to volunteer to help nurture the land and build community.

Gameleira is Private - Not open to the public.
Volunteers stay free, a minimal donation is asked of others.
Please contact us to arrange a visit.

CAMPING
CAMPSITES: we have a large area for tents, RV's, trailers. Communal water and power supplied.

ACCOMMODATIONS
BUNK HOUSE: Men's and women's sides each sleep up to 6 and are air-conditioned.
TRAILER #1: Sleeps 2, sink, stove, heater.
TRAILER #2: Sleeps 2, sink, stove, heater, toilet, shower.
TRAILER #3: Sleeps 3, sink, stove, heater, toilet, shower, air-conditioned.
TRAILER #4: Sleeps 3, sink, stove, heater, toilet, shower, air-conditioned.

Note: please bring your own sheets, blankets, and pillows. We ask you to leave
the trailers in the same condition (or better) then you found them in.


AMENITIES
CHAPEL: for spiritual works, meditation, reading, etc. Air-conditioning and heating coming soon.
Open 24/7 to all for prayer and meditation (unless there is a work scheduled).
There is a small library of spiritual books for you to check out on an honor system.
SHOWER HOUSE: Men's and women's sides each have 2 hot showers & 2 toilets.
COMMUNITY KITCHEN: fully equipped, 6-burner stove w/ large oven, fridge/freezer. Sundeck above.
COVERED LOUNGE: couches, tables, chairs, video projector w/ large screen, sound system.
FITNESS AREA: rowing machine, hand weights, kettle bells, rubber mats, jump ropes, bands, red light therapy, etc.
CHILDREN'S AREA: with swing set, slide & playhouse.
EXTRAS: firepit (2), outdoor BBQ, outdoor pizza oven.

ELECTRICITY: outlets in the shower-house, communal & camping areas.
WATER: well water spigots in the communal & camping areas. Good for cooking and to drink.
CELL SERVICE: most phones work well here and have good internet connectivity.
TRASH: please pack out all your trash.
SHADE: we do have some shade structures but bring your own if you like.
FOOD: please bring your own food, coolers, and cooking equipment. The
communal kitchen can be used for group meals. Please pack out any left over food.
SEATING: bring a good camp chair.
CAMPFIRES: Fires allowed in designated areas only. We have lots of mesquite branches all over the property.
Bring a saw or axe. There are times of the year when open fires are not allowed due to fire danger.
CHILDREN: Please bring them...they will love it here.
DOGS: All friendly dogs are welcomed here. It’s best to keep them within sight at all times or
on a leash because of coyote and snake sightings.

SOLAR SYSTEM
We are completely off-grid and have a good solar system but it has it’s limits.
OK: Phone/computer chargers, hair dryers (1-2 minutes), toasters, blenders, interior/exterior lights and fans,
and electric blankets. Air Conditioning units OK to run between 10am and 4pm.
NOT OK: Space heaters, slow cookers/crockpots, or electric ovens. No EV electric vehicle charging without permission.
Do not touch any solar charge controllers, power inverters, solar panels, wires, etc.

WALKS / HIKING:
We have dedicated approximately 20 acres of land that will be left unspoiled. It's a forested area you can explore on foot.
The property also borders thousands of acres of Arizona public land that you can venture out in to.

SAFETY
NEAREST HOSPITAL: Wickenburg Community Hospital: Emergency Room:
520 Rose Lane, Wickenburg AZ 85390
Tel#: 928-684-5421

HEAT RELATED: On hot days avoid strenuous activities, dehydration, and overheating. The summer mornings and
evenings here are very pleasant. Light clothing and a wide brimmed hat can help keep you cool.

SNAKES: there have been rattlesnake sightings here during the warmer months. Please be conscious of where you are
walking at all times. They are most active between 70 and 80 degrees and can be out at night on the very hot days.
They are found mostly in shaded tree areas but sometimes they travel to hunt. Leave them alone and they will do the same.
If you are bit get to a hospital ASAP. Keep the bite area below the heart and remain calm.
Keep a watchful eye on children and dogs at all times.

BEES: We have lots of mesquite trees which attract bees. Stay away from the hives and
remain calm if they get near and you will be left alone.

WE ARE A QUIET SANCTUARY
NOISE: This is a very rural and peaceful place meant for us to commune with nature.
Please keep noise levels at a minimum. QUIET HOURS: 10pm to 8am.

VOLUNTEERISM
We encourage you to help us build this spiritual retreat in any way you can. Let us know what skills
you have like gardening, carpentry, cooking, organizing, etc. There is always lots to do and we would love your
help if you like. Any and all use fees may be traded for community work at our discretion.

GETTING HERE
Address: 13700 South Date Creek Road, Congress, Arizona [85332]
From Congress Arizona, head north on Highway 89 for about a mile and a half,
Turn Left on to CR-62 (Date Creek Road),
Pull over and zero out your odometer.
Drive 14.5 miles (there are mile markers along the way). Entrance is on the left.
Call for the gate code if not opened.
Enter through the gate and follow the signs to the community center.
Please drive slowly so you don’t stir up dust.
Note: CR-62 is a county maintained unpaved road. Make sure you have a good spare
tire in case you get a flat. Please keep to the right especially on blind corners.

CONTACT
Mark Gordon: 805-258-2357 (text, WhatsApp, or call) info@gameleira.org
Marshall Mueller: 541-951-2132 (text, call) marshmue@gmail.com