Building Community in the Sonoran Desert (and Beyond)

Hello everyone,

I live in the Sonoran Desert and have been working on creating a life rooted in permaculture, resilience, and creativity. I often feel like I connect with so many of the people on this site, but in “real life” I don’t know anyone nearby who thinks this way.

Part of the challenge for me is that I don’t use the normal social media platforms like Facebook, and that seems to make me invisible to a lot of local folks. I’ve even been ostracized at times for not participating in that world.

Something else I want to mention is that I live with disabilities that aren’t apparent to the casual observer. I’ve noticed that many people who carry similar challenges are drawn to self-reliance and permaculture. Maybe it’s because building systems of resilience feels like a way to take back control of our lives. If that resonates with you, I’d especially love to connect.

Right now I’m experimenting with new AI tools to write programs, and one of my ideas is to eventually create a permaculture-focused program or platform. I haven’t decided exactly what it should be yet, but I’d love to brainstorm and build with others who share a similar drive.

If you’re in the Sonoran Desert (Tucson, Phoenix, or beyond) and want to connect, or if you’re elsewhere but feel the same call to collaboration, I’d love to hear from you.

How have you all found community when you felt like the “odd one out”?
What projects or collaborations would you be excited to join forces on?

Looking forward to your ideas,
—Nichollas

I had been looking my whole life for my kind of people until I found the permies forum ...

I feel that is the only place to find my kind of people.

Best wishes for your search in the Sonoran Desert.