Just the right amount of civilization
We've got 40 acres of desert, a proper makerspace, and a crew of builders intent on leaving the world better than they found it. Now we're building a community house with all the things we wish we could fit in our rigs.
The Roamstead operates as a non-profit private recreational property. There's no fee to camp or build with us, but we're limited to hosting small groups on an invitation-only basis for the time being. If you'd like to visit, fill out a visit request and we'll get back to you once we've had a chance to review it.
See Nomad Brad's Tour
Brad made a stop at the Roamstead and gives a peek at what we're up to over here.
Learning Things the Hard Way so You Don't Have To
We're not the only nomads looking to build a stopping place for the community. We envision a network of properties around the US, brought to life by a network of co-operating founders and traveling residents.
We're not going to try to sell anyone on the idea that starting a roamstead is easy. There's a new challenge for us to navigate just about every day. What we can do is document and share what we learn along the way so the next crew that decides to get after it will have an easier time.
What We've Got
Room to Park
Yes, your rig will fit. Dispersed sites available for smaller rigs to spread out a bit.
Rigworks
Tools for DIYers and resident pros who can tackle anything
The Boring Stuff
Internet, Mail, Workspace. Typing is less fun than welding but sometimes you've got to do it.
BLM Access
Adjacent to public land for larger groups or people who just don't like our music as much as we do
Actual Civilization
We're bad enough at shopping lists we had to pick a place within 30 minutes of a Home Depot.
Community
Established around a nucleus of long-time perma-moseying weirdos
What We're Building
Bathrooms & Showers
Hot water, real plumbing, no more truck stop runs.
Communal Kitchen
Full cooking setup with organized group meals.
Co-Working Space
Desks, monitors, fast internet. Work from the desert.
Gym & Movement Studio
Weights, yoga space, room to move your body.
Sauna & Cold Plunge
Recovery and reset after a day of building.
Remote Campsites
Cleared spots further out for privacy and solitude.
Pillars
Mutual support, shared meals, collective care.
Physical, mental, emotional. The whole picture.
Skill sharing, workshops, mentorship.
Strength, mobility, play, embodiment.
Regenerative systems, low-impact living.
Expression, rhythm, creativity, making things.
Want to come through?
Stays are by invitation. Reach out with who you are, when you want to come, and what you want to work on.
Already headed our way? Read up on how to be a 10/10 desert homie.