Spaceship Earth…

A Geodesic Dome is a hemispherical structure based on a geodesic polyhedron made up of triangular elements which are structurally rigid and distribute the structural stress throughout the structure. Geodesic domes promote more efficient air circulation and keep temperatures even throughout the structure making them two to four times more energy-efficient than traditional homes. Since light actually refracts and stays inside the dome, these structures are able to take full advantage of solar gain, which reduces the need for artificial lighting. They are the only man-made structure that actually gets proportionally stronger as they increase in size and are also lighter, more structurally sound and require fewer materials. This particular Geodesic Dome is located in the Mt. Hood National Forest in a secluded creekside setting. There are four private bedrooms which can house several people each. There are two and a half bathrooms, a wood stove, a large soaking tub, wraparound deck, washer/dryer, and outdoor fire pit. There is no smoking in the dome.

Old Growth Cedar Forest…

The Dome is surrounded by old growth and Cedar forest. The Sacred Cedar is associated with prayer, healing, dreams, and protection against disease. The western red Cedar, which is actually a “false cedar”, of the arborvitae family instead, is often referred to as “the cornerstone of northwest coastal Indian culture.” Among the names given this tree were “tree of life” and “life giver,”. Groves of ancient cedars were symbols of power, and gathering places for ceremonies, retreat, and contemplation. All parts of the tree were used, providing shelter, clothes, weapons, tools, medicines, art, and transportation. Lodges, lash-house timbers, planks, posts, and roof boards – gave shelter to many coastal tribes. Clothes, including skirts, capes, and dresses; weapons, such as arrow and spear shafts; tools and utensils like baskets, ropes, fishing nets, bowls and boxes; and medicinal remedies including poultices and teas were all made from parts of this sacred tree. The scent and spirit of this ancient organism saturates the air around the dome.

Mt Hood is a 4-seasons area with a variance in weather from month-to-month throughout the year. There are lots of tall mountains and trees in the area (probably the reason you are coming here) that can block or limit cell service. Due to weather and other events beyond our control, you may find your phone, WiFi, and TV service to be non-operational.