WELCOME TO HUEHUECOYOTL ECOVILLAGE!
General information.
Huehuecoyotl
is a residential community comprising 14 houses and 15-30 residents.
Those who live and work here appreciate your interest and hope you enjoy
your stay. Unfortunately, it is not always possible to provide personal attention
to unexpected visitors. If no one is available to attend you today, please
call (739)39555019 (Tońa) (739)39555021 (Andres) (739) 3955015 (Pernille) to arrange another visit. We offer both general
"eco-tours", as well as presentations focused on permaculture/organic gardening,
solar energy, waste water systems, eco-construction, holistic heath, spirituality
and community-building.
Note: There may be a suggested donation for some services.
- LODGING: Depending on space available,
we offer three kinds of accommodations. Amounts quoted are in Mexican pesos.
- Dormitory: $200 pesos per person per
night. Limit 3 consecutive nights. We provide mattress, showers, dry
toilet. Guest bring own sleeping bag, pillow cover, towels, personal items, etc. Includes
use of communal kitchen to prepare own meals.
- Camping: $75 pesos per tent includes one person per
night. Limit 3 nights. $50 pesos per night each additional person. Includes use of showers and dry toilet. Guest
provides tent, sleeping bag, sleeping pad, towels, etc. $20 additional pesos Includes use
of communal kitchen to prepare own meals.
- Private homes: Cost varies. Usually
$250 to $400 pesos per person per night, including bedding, towels and
use of bath/toilet facilities. Reservation is required one month ahead. Depends on availability.
- Food: Visitors staying in the dormitory
or camping (see above) also have the right to use the communal kitchen. Guests provide and prepare
their own food. Guests are also welcome to join us for communal meals when available.
Check with the "Coyote of the Month" for details about schedule, cost and
sign-up.
- Longer Stays: Visitors wishing to
stay longer than 3 days must make special arrangements with the community.
Some communal work is expected, as well as a smaller financial contribution. Please
speak to the "Coyote of the Month" to discuss the options.
INFORMATION FOR THOSE STAYING IN DORMS/TENTS:
Reception/Registration. All visitors
are asked to check in with the "Coyote of the Month," the resident in charge
of receiving visitors.
Dormitory:
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Leave shoes at the door.
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No smoking or lit candles, without exception.
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Maintain order and beauty.
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Fold and put away your belongings so that others can use the space.
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Sweep the floor of all debris brought in from outside.
Camping:
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Camp only in authorized areas.
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Do not dig trenches or other holes around your campsite.
Kitchen:
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You may use the stove, oven, refrigerator, sink, dishes, pots, drinking
water, cleaning supplies, condiments, etc. provided in the kitchen.
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Wash and put away dishes immediately after use.
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Sweep kitchen and dining room floor, wipe counters and tables after
each use.
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Separate all garbage and carry to recycling center.
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Carry organic waste to compost area.
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Report any maintenance problems to the Coyote of the Month.
Community Work/Fun.
- We encourage visitors
to join us in maintaining and improving Huehuecoyotl.
- General expectations
are that guests separate their garbage in the cans provided in the communal
house and clean up after themselves.
- The Coyote of the Month will tell you
about special work projects in which you can participate.
- We will also let
you know about any special events (workshops, classes, sweat lodges, literary
evenings, video showings, etc) that may occur during your stay.
- Parking. Please park in the visitors’
lot - NOT in the spaces in front of the residents’ houses.
Security:
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Guests are responsible for the security of their personal belongings, including
passports, tickets, money and other valuables.
Dry toilets:
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Follow the instructions posted in the latrines.
- Remember to cover excrement
with the mixture provided, and no other. Ask for help if needed.
Showers:
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All our hot water is solar heated, so it depends on the day.
- During the dry season (November-June) we must aggressively conserve water.
- Limit shower length for maximum water conservation.
Personal Laundry:
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Due to water shortages, guests are asked to take their personal laundry
to Tepoztlan for washing.
- There are excellent laundry services provided in
town.
Campfires:
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Fires are permitted only in the fire pit near the Amate tree.
- Ask permission
before making a fire
No pets, illegal drugs, alcohol or
firearms.
No Smoking in any communal buildings.
- Deposit cigarette butts in the receptacles provided - not on the ground.
In addition to being unsightly, they are a fire hazard, especially in the
dry season.
Telephone.
- There are NO public telephones
in Huehuecoyotl. The nearest phones are in Santo Domingo Ocotitlan or Tepoztlan.
Hiking.
- Check with a member before
going on walks in the mountains.
- Do not go alone.
- Do not pick wildflowers.
- Forest fires are a seasonal danger.
- Be vigilant about the use of matches
and cigarettes.
HUEHUECOYOTL VISITOR REGISTRATION FORM
PLEASE FILL OUT AND PRINT OR SUBMIT BY EMAIL
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Using communal kitchen |
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