Finding Your People ~ Build Community
The transition into becoming a parent or caretaker is not always easy, and sometimes it can feel like a lot to carry. Whether you are dealing with overwhelm, adjustment to parenting, or perhaps simply want to connect with other families on a regular bases, Forest Collective offers a structure for you to connect, share and build a community around you that is supportive, encouraging and fun.

Developing Community Through Pods

Pods are groups of 4 to 6 families who meet weekly together outdoors. First with Amy Rupp as the coordinator and guide and then as a self-run pod of families. What starts as a meet-up, over time grows into a community that provides support, shares helpful information, and intentionally puts in the time for life-long friendships to be developed.

After the first month or so of meeting, it is common for pods to meet not only during their weekly, outdoor time but other times throughout the week. This is where mutual support starts to happen!

Learn More about Pods

Mutual Aid in Three Steps

Step One:
Reach out to Amy Rupp using the form below to share your interest in joining a pod. In March and August, Amy will invite those on the Interest List to meet up at a local park for an informal gathering. There, you can learn more about Forest Collective and decide if you'd like to join a pod. Those interested will collectively agree on an established time and day for weekly meetups.

Step Two:
Amy will meet with each pod for a six weeks. These meetings will take place at a local park. In addition, caregivers are invited into the Forest Collective WhatsApp Community.

Step Three:
Once the six weeks are over, the pod will run as a collaborative of caregivers.

Details:

The location, day, and time will be dependent on the participants. Please share that information using the interest list below.

Cost:$100 - Payment includes Forest Collective membership

Meetups are 1.5 hours in length - Once a week

If you’d like to join a pod please fill out the form below. Its only use is to recored interest for those interested in joining a pod.