Dates: January 5 – 17, 2026
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Location: Ninole, Hawai’i
Rainbow Bridge is a majestic and beautiful property at the foot of Mauna Kea, North of Hilo, Hawaii. The land carries strong energies of transformation and time as well as truly wild spaces where one can swim and connect to nature.
Rainbow Bridge is a family like, energetic, and compassionate community growing since 2020. We are blessed to be on land that has been connected to and nurtured for 30 years and has many mature fruit trees.
Rainbow Bridge is at a sweet spot where there is massive abundance, and systems to observe; while also building out new infrastructure and sustainable systems. This course combines classroom theory with hands-on practice and daily rhythms that nourish the body and spirit.
Zack Geist and his wife Madeleine rented a house from Grigor(pictured center) here in Hawaii to escape the air pollution of Salt Lake City. Only a few weeks after meeting Grigor and connecting to this beautiful land they were informed that Grigor was being forced to move off this land he had been farming for 25 years and the land would be sold. The three teamed up and the vision of Rainbow Bridge was born.
Heavily inspired by his friend Charles Eisenstein, Zack funds the community of Rainbow Bridge in “the Spirit of the Gift”. After observing the extractive and often destructive ways that capital flows in society he is choosing a new way of being(and investing) with the community of Rainbow Bridge. The three are transforming the land and the land is transforming them. They work tirelessly to hold this beautiful container as it grows and matures.
Mickey is the Land Manager, Worktrade Director, Permaculture Designer, Arborist, Nurseryman, Machine Operator, Head Gardener, Food Forest Monkey Magician of Rainbow Bridge. He has an undergraduate degree in Horticulture and a Masters in Landscape Architecture from Louisiana State University.
He energetically holds the mission and vision of Rainbow Bridge along with the owners. He loves collecting and learning new plants and painting on the canvas that is Rainbow Bridge.
We have a dedicated classroom space and will provide pens and notebooks.
Tent camping is included, with access to hot showers and flushing toilets. There are other private or shared housing options available for additional cost upon inquiry
All meals will be provided(vegetarian) with gluten free and vegan options. Please let us know in the application of any dietary restrictions.
We will visit a nearby permaculture site on the island each week
Rainbow Bridge Hawaii is located along the Manoloa stream and is blessed with some beautiful waterfalls and swimming spots.
Total: $2,000 US
*Inquire for tent rental options and volunteer opportunities for discounted tuition.
Total: +$500
Private Housing with access to shared bathhouse and communal areas.
*Limited spaces; reach out to us for availability.
Total: +$600
Stay after the PDC has ended to integrate and explore the Big island with Rainbow Bridge as your home base.
Fill out the form with your name, contact info, and let us know any questions or needs you may have, as well as whether you are interested in any add-ons. We will reach out shortly to coordinate payment and send final details. Thank you for your interest!
This website, rainbowbridgehawaii.com, is owned and operated by Manoloa Inc, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization registered in the United States.
32-1091 Hawaii Belt Road
Ninole, HI 96773-0000
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Contributions are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.
