21/03/2025
Elves in the Hostel
Which is in the Forest
The Hostel in the Forest
Recorded March 1 2025
These are the voices this unique night, cohost: Elise Shepherd of Evolve Holistic Studios Macon, .holistic.ga
Special Guests: Elliot Elf, Rod the world Traveler, Tejinder Panwar,
The Hostel in the Forest, started by Tom Dennard, opened its doors to travelers from around the world on July 4, 1975. Hundreds of loving hands have gone into making The Hostel what it is today; a fact that is evident as soon as one steps on the property.
The area is unique in every way, with lush, dense sub-tropical forests containing palms, saw palmettos, magnolia, cedar, holly, pine, and myrtle. Huge live oaks draped with moss contrast with the broadleaf evergreens that are the dominant trees of the forest. Well over three hundred species of birds visit this coastal region annually and dozens of species of reptile and amphibian make this their home. Contrasting the forests and the coastal savannahs are the wetlands and swamps where alligators, river otters and wading birds are prolific.
In recent times the hostel has evolved into a spiritual retreat center and educational facility, not only for tired travelers, but for those in the working world who need a place of tranquility and serenity to escape. We are now an official 501©(3) non-profit entity. Our emphasis is on nature, serenity, and peaceful surroundings for our members to enjoy. We do not present any programs or hand out any literature to tell you what to believe. We do not allow any “religious groups” to use the hostel nor do we permit anyone to attempt to convince you that their spiritual path is the right one to follow. We have no answers to help you find spiritual enlightenment. What we do offer is an environment for you to find your own path through retreats, workshops, and the daily life of a community focusing on sustainable and ecological science, alternative building, organic gardening, and holistic practices.