diff --git a/content/animals/poultry.md b/content/animals/poultry.md index 84e8dd8..6bd3d0a 100644 --- a/content/animals/poultry.md +++ b/content/animals/poultry.md @@ -10,7 +10,7 @@ tags: # Chickens & Ducks -Our flock includes chickens and **4 runner ducks**: Tango, and 3 others (names TBD — candidates: Polka, Pinto, Skippi, Rio, Silo, Pippi). +Our flock includes chickens and **4 ducks**: Tango, and 3 others (names TBD — candidates: Polka, Pinto, Skippi, Rio, Silo, Pippi). ## Daily Routine diff --git a/content/getting-started/daily-schedule.md b/content/getting-started/daily-schedule.md index bf79f58..8ceceb1 100644 --- a/content/getting-started/daily-schedule.md +++ b/content/getting-started/daily-schedule.md @@ -17,10 +17,10 @@ The daily rhythm during events and residencies. |------|-------|-------------| | Early | Personal Time | Individual coffee/tea/breakfast — yoga, meditation, hike, etc. | | 11:00-13:00 | AM Work Block | Meet together to set out on focused work-related missions | -| 13:00-15:00 | Karma Yoga | Karmic chores and household upkeep | +| 13:00-15:00 | Karma Yoga | Collective food prep, other karmic chores, and lunch clean-up | | 13:30-14:30 | Meet & Eat | Team meeting during lunch for practical, non-charged subjects — space for announcements of shared agenda or changes | | 15:00-19:00 | PM Work Block | Second work session — continuing missions from the morning or personal project time | -| 19:00-20:00 | Supper | Your own responsibility — cook what you want, gather if you like | +| 19:00-20:00 | Dinner | Prepared for the whole group — eating by 8 at the latest. Attendance is optional | | Late | Free Time | Games, movie/documentary, fire gathering, music, etc. | ## Afternoon Optionals @@ -42,9 +42,9 @@ The daily rhythm during events and residencies. ## Meals -- **Lunch (~13:00):** Cooked by our chef — we gather to eat. Community handles clean-up. -- **Supper (~19:00):** Your own responsibility — cook what you want, gather if you like -- **Shared meals** are inclusive to everyone present — vegetarian (inclusive of honey & local eggs), gluten-free, and nut-free +- **Lunch (~13:00):** We gather to prepare a collective meal together +- **Supper (~19:00):** A sign-up sheet is available for anyone who wants to take on the culinary quest +- **Shared meals** are inclusive to everyone present — generally vegetarian/vegan, gluten free, nut free - **Breakfast, coffee/tea, snacks, meat/cheese** are your own responsibility ## Karma Yoga / Deep Clean Days diff --git a/content/getting-started/shared-responsibilities.md b/content/getting-started/shared-responsibilities.md index bbc32a0..d94fd6e 100644 --- a/content/getting-started/shared-responsibilities.md +++ b/content/getting-started/shared-responsibilities.md @@ -14,7 +14,7 @@ tags: Daily upkeep follows a "karma yoga" approach — if you notice it, nurture it. See [[daily-schedule|Daily Schedule]] for the daily rhythm including the Karma Yoga block (13:00-15:00). ### Daily Tasks -- Karma Yoga block (13:00-15:00) — karmic chores and household upkeep +- Collective food prep and lunch clean-up during Karma Yoga block - Dishes, kitchen tidying, general upkeep - [[../animals/chores|Animal chores]] — alpaca cleaning at 11 AM and 8 PM, poultry coop open/close @@ -36,9 +36,10 @@ During heating season: - Ash removal ## Kitchen Duties -- **Lunch (~13:00):** cooked by our chef — vegetarian (incl. honey & local eggs), gluten-free, nut-free. Community handles clean-up. -- **Supper (~19:00):** your own responsibility — cook what you want, gather if you like -- **Breakfast, coffee/tea, snacks, meat/cheese:** your own responsibility +- Shared meals are prepared collectively (see [[daily-schedule|Daily Schedule]]) +- Lunch (~13:00): communal meal, generally vegetarian/vegan, gluten free, nut free +- Supper (~19:00): sign-up sheet for cooking — attendance is optional +- Breakfast, coffee/tea, snacks, meat/cheese are your own responsibility ## Cleaning Schedule diff --git a/content/getting-started/transportation.md b/content/getting-started/transportation.md index 7aeeb61..efd80fb 100644 --- a/content/getting-started/transportation.md +++ b/content/getting-started/transportation.md @@ -11,11 +11,9 @@ tags: ## Property Location -- **Name:** Château de Bénac (Faun's Castle) -- **Address:** 456 Grand Rue de Bellissen, 09000 Bénac, France +- **Address:** Rue Grand Rue de Bellissen, Benac, 09000 Foix - **GPS Coordinates:** 42.9537, 1.5266 - **Map:** [OSM](https://www.openstreetmap.org/?mlat=42.9537&mlon=1.5266#map=15/42.9537/1.5266) / [GMaps](https://maps.app.goo.gl/7aQtQEc88CXM7huy9) -- **Land:** 11 hectares of rolling meadow and woods (established spring 2025) - **Nearest major road:** *TBD* ## Getting to the Property diff --git a/content/infrastructure/images/shower-drain-1-remove-cover.jpg b/content/infrastructure/images/shower-drain-1-remove-cover.jpg new file mode 100644 index 0000000..0f76071 Binary files /dev/null and b/content/infrastructure/images/shower-drain-1-remove-cover.jpg differ diff --git a/content/infrastructure/images/shower-drain-2a-remove-filter.jpg b/content/infrastructure/images/shower-drain-2a-remove-filter.jpg new file mode 100644 index 0000000..acaa730 Binary files /dev/null and b/content/infrastructure/images/shower-drain-2a-remove-filter.jpg differ diff --git a/content/infrastructure/images/shower-drain-2b-remove-filter.jpg b/content/infrastructure/images/shower-drain-2b-remove-filter.jpg new file mode 100644 index 0000000..2169350 Binary files /dev/null and b/content/infrastructure/images/shower-drain-2b-remove-filter.jpg differ diff --git a/content/infrastructure/images/shower-drain-3-clean-filter.jpg b/content/infrastructure/images/shower-drain-3-clean-filter.jpg new file mode 100644 index 0000000..3ea2d08 Binary files /dev/null and b/content/infrastructure/images/shower-drain-3-clean-filter.jpg differ diff --git a/content/infrastructure/images/shower-drain-4-replace-orientation.jpg b/content/infrastructure/images/shower-drain-4-replace-orientation.jpg new file mode 100644 index 0000000..5b52dfd Binary files /dev/null and b/content/infrastructure/images/shower-drain-4-replace-orientation.jpg differ diff --git a/content/infrastructure/index.md b/content/infrastructure/index.md index ec1e25b..4349703 100644 --- a/content/infrastructure/index.md +++ b/content/infrastructure/index.md @@ -16,6 +16,7 @@ Documentation for the property's core systems and utilities. - [[electrical|Electrical & Circuit Breakers]] - [[water|Water System]] +- [[shower-drain-cleaning|Cleaning a Shower Drain]] - [[heating-system|Heating System Overview]] - [[internet|Internet & Communications]] diff --git a/content/infrastructure/shower-drain-cleaning.md b/content/infrastructure/shower-drain-cleaning.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..090a20d --- /dev/null +++ b/content/infrastructure/shower-drain-cleaning.md @@ -0,0 +1,73 @@ +--- +title: Cleaning a Shower Drain +description: How to remove, clean, and replace the shower drain filter to keep water draining freely +aliases: + - shower drain + - drain cleaning + - slow drain + - clogged shower +tags: + - infrastructure + - water + - cleaning + - maintenance +--- + +# Cleaning a Shower Drain + +If your shower is draining slowly or standing water builds up around your feet, the drain filter is probably clogged with hair and soap residue. Cleaning it takes a few minutes and no special skills. + +> [!tip] Do this regularly +> Hair and soap scum build up over time. Cleaning the filter every few weeks (or whenever you notice the water draining slowly) prevents bigger clogs and keeps the pipes clear. + +## What you'll need + +- A flat tool to lift the cover — a flathead screwdriver, butter knife, or similar +- A pair of pliers (needle-nose work best) to grip the filter +- An old toothbrush or rag, and a bin for the gunk you pull out + +> [!note] Different drains, different parts +> The drain shown here has a **metal cover plate** over a **removable plastic filter cartridge**. Some showers on the property have a different drain design (a simple grate, a screw-in cover, a bottle-trap, etc.). +> +> **If your shower drain doesn't look like the one in these photos and isn't documented here yet, ask management for help** rather than forcing anything — and let us know so we can add it to this guide. + +--- + +## Step 1 — Remove the cover + +Slide your flat tool under the edge of the metal cover plate and gently pry it up. It just sits in place — it isn't screwed down — so it should pop out with light leverage. + +![[shower-drain-1-remove-cover.jpg]] + +## Step 2 — Lift out the filter + +Underneath the cover is a white plastic filter cartridge seated in the drain collar. Grip the small post (or the edge) in the centre with your pliers and pull straight up to lift the whole cartridge out. + +![[shower-drain-2a-remove-filter.jpg]] + +![[shower-drain-2b-remove-filter.jpg]] + +## Step 3 — Clean the filter + +This is where the clog lives. Pull off the trapped hair and soap buildup, then rinse the cartridge thoroughly under a tap and scrub it with the toothbrush until the openings are clear. Put the gunk in the bin — **don't push it back down the drain.** + +![[shower-drain-3-clean-filter.jpg]] + +## Step 4 — Replace the filter (mind the orientation) + +Drop the clean cartridge back into the drain. + +> [!important] Orientation matters +> The cartridge has a rubber seal (O-ring) near the top and an angled / shaped end — it only seats correctly one way round. Line it up and press it in until it sits flush, then put the metal cover plate back on top. If it won't seat flat, lift it out and turn it before pushing again — don't force it. + +![[shower-drain-4-replace-orientation.jpg]] + +Run the water for a few seconds to confirm it drains freely. Done. + +--- + +## Still draining slowly? + +If the drain is still slow after cleaning the filter, the clog is further down the pipe. **Don't pour harsh chemical drain cleaners down it** — see the [[water#Septic-Safe Practices|septic-safe practices]] note. Ask management for help instead. + +See also: [[water|Water System]] diff --git a/content/infrastructure/water.md b/content/infrastructure/water.md index bb11bd5..de8eb3b 100644 --- a/content/infrastructure/water.md +++ b/content/infrastructure/water.md @@ -11,10 +11,9 @@ tags: ## Water Source -- **Type:** Spring water (on-site source) -- **Treatment / management:** A **phytopurification system** (plant-based greywater treatment) is planned as part of Phase I eco-building -- **Provider (if municipal):** N/A -- **Account Number:** N/A +- **Type:** *TBD (municipal/well/other)* +- **Provider (if municipal):** *TBD* +- **Account Number:** *TBD* ## Main Water Shutoff @@ -71,6 +70,10 @@ tags: - Space out laundry loads - No harsh chemicals +## Drains + +- Shower draining slowly? See [[shower-drain-cleaning|Cleaning a Shower Drain]]. + ## Winter Precautions - Know which pipes are vulnerable to freezing diff --git a/content/spaces/index.md b/content/spaces/index.md index 9031fa3..324e5e8 100644 --- a/content/spaces/index.md +++ b/content/spaces/index.md @@ -10,69 +10,44 @@ tags: # Spaces -The property covers **11 hectares of rolling meadow and woods** (established spring 2025) at Château de Bénac. Below are the named buildings, accommodations, studios, and outdoor areas residents will encounter. +Guide to the buildings, rooms, and areas on the property. ## Buildings -### [[main-building|Temple's Main Building]] -Primary living/working space and event space — houses the apartments, rooms, and most communal areas. +### [[main-building|Main Building]] +*TBD: Primary living/working space* ### [[outbuildings|Outbuildings]] -Circus Barn, Greenhouse, stables (coming soon), Dependance, and the natural cabins. +*TBD: Barns, sheds, workshops, etc.* ### [[workshop|Workshop]] Rules, organization, cleaning, tools, and safety in the workshop. -## Accommodations +## Indoor Spaces -Canonical names you'll hear residents use. "Coming soon" means the unit is being finished — not currently available. +### Living Areas +- *TBD* -### Apartments (ensuite bathroom, private kitchenette) +### Bedrooms / Sleeping +- *TBD* -| Name | Status | -|------|--------| -| **QILIN** | Available | -| **Phoenix** | Coming soon | -| **ALICORN** | Coming soon | +### Kitchen +- Location: *TBD* +- Equipment: [[equipment/kitchen/|Kitchen Appliances]] -### Rooms (ensuite bathroom, shared kitchen) +### Bathrooms +- *TBD* -| Name | Status | -|------|--------| -| **KELPIE** | Available (with work desk) | -| **Brownie** | Coming soon | -| **Golem** | Coming soon (with work desk) | +### Studios / Workspace +- *TBD* -### Cabins (natural / lightweight build) - -| Name | Status | -|------|--------| -| **The Zephyr** | Coming soon | -| **Shinook** | Coming soon | -| **Xocomil** | Coming soon | - -Plus a **4-bed dorm caravan**. - -## Studios & Workshops - -- **Yoga / movement room** (100 m²) -- **Co-working office** and drawing room -- **Carpentry workshop** (50 m²) — see [[workshop|Workshop]] -- **Professional kitchen** with food processing lab -- **Sewing / textile** studio -- **Circus Barn** — aerials, climbing wall (also a 2-bedroom apartment in the upper level) -- **Metal welding & glass workshop** -- Pottery & mosaics studio (coming soon) +### Common Areas +- *TBD* ## Outdoor Spaces -See [[outdoor|Outdoor Areas]] for details. - -- **Wellness Nook** — sauna, fire circle, cold plunge pools -- **Mad Hatter's Tea Party Table** — outdoor potluck table -- **Greenhouse** (with bathtub and pool) -- **Animal pond** -- **6-hectare grazing pasture** +### [[outdoor|Outdoor Areas]] +Gardens, farm areas, gathering spaces. ## Property Map @@ -83,10 +58,10 @@ See [[outdoor|Outdoor Areas]] for details. | What | Where | |------|-------| | Main entrance | *TBD* | -| Kitchen | Temple's Main Building | +| Kitchen | *TBD* | | Bathroom(s) | *TBD* | | Laundry | *TBD* | | Wood storage | *TBD* | -| Trash/recycling | *TBD* — see [[waste-collection|Waste & Recycling Collection]] | +| Trash/recycling | *TBD* | | Tool shed | *TBD* | | Parking | *TBD* | diff --git a/content/spaces/main-building.md b/content/spaces/main-building.md index c66001d..86e02a1 100644 --- a/content/spaces/main-building.md +++ b/content/spaces/main-building.md @@ -1,57 +1,41 @@ --- -title: Temple's Main Building -description: Guide to the main building — apartments, rooms, and communal spaces -aliases: - - main-building +title: Main Building +description: Guide to the main building and its rooms tags: - spaces - building --- -# Temple's Main Building +# Main Building -The main living and event building at Château de Bénac. Houses the apartments and rooms, the professional kitchen, the yoga / movement room, and most communal areas. +## Overview -## Apartments - -Each apartment has an **ensuite bathroom**, **private kitchenette**, **queen bed**, **work desk**, and is **south-facing**. - -| Name | Status | -|------|--------| -| **QILIN** | Available | -| **Phoenix** | Coming soon | -| **ALICORN** | Coming soon | - -## Rooms - -Each room has an **ensuite bathroom**, **double bed**, **garden views**, and a **shared kitchen**. - -| Name | Status | -|------|--------| -| **KELPIE** | Available (with work desk) | -| **Brownie** | Coming soon | -| **Golem** | Coming soon (with work desk) | - -## Communal Spaces in the Main Building - -- **Professional kitchen** with food processing lab -- **Yoga / movement room** (100 m²) -- **Co-working office** and drawing room -- **Sewing / textile** studio +*TBD: Description of the main building* ## Floor Plan *TBD: Add floor plan image or description* +## Rooms + +### Ground Floor +*TBD* + +### Upper Floor(s) +*TBD* + +### Basement (if applicable) +*TBD* + ## Key Infrastructure in This Building | System | Location | |--------|----------| -| Electrical panel | *TBD* — see [[electrical]] | -| Water shutoff | *TBD* — see [[water]] | -| Heating | *TBD* — see [[wood-fire-heater]] | +| Electrical panel | *TBD* - See [[electrical]] | +| Water shutoff | *TBD* - See [[water]] | +| Heating | *TBD* - See [[wood-fire-heater]] | | Fire extinguisher | *TBD* | ## Building-Specific Notes -*TBD: Quirks, features, or important notes about this building* +*TBD: Any quirks, features, or important notes about this building* diff --git a/content/spaces/outbuildings.md b/content/spaces/outbuildings.md index 92a40b9..1301b81 100644 --- a/content/spaces/outbuildings.md +++ b/content/spaces/outbuildings.md @@ -1,6 +1,6 @@ --- title: Outbuildings -description: Barns, sheds, workshops, cabins, and other structures +description: Barns, sheds, workshops, and other structures tags: - spaces - buildings @@ -8,50 +8,24 @@ tags: # Outbuildings -## Workshop +## Overview + +*TBD: List and describe outbuildings on the property* + +## Buildings + +### Workshop - **Rules & organization:** see [[workshop|Workshop]] -- **Carpentry workshop** (50 m²) +- **Location:** *TBD* - **Manager:** posted on the main board in the workshop -- **Location:** *TBD* - **Access:** *TBD* -## Circus Barn -- Houses **aerials** and a **climbing wall** -- Upper level is a 2-bedroom apartment -- **Location:** *TBD* - -## Metal Welding & Glass Workshop +### Storage Shed - **Location:** *TBD* +- **Purpose:** *TBD* - **Access:** *TBD* -## Pottery & Mosaics Studio -- Coming soon - -## Greenhouse -- Includes a **bathtub** and **pool** -- **Location:** *TBD* - -## Stables -- For the horses (coming soon) -- **Location:** *TBD* - -## Cabins (natural builds) - -| Name | Status | -|------|--------| -| **The Zephyr** | Coming soon | -| **Shinook** | Coming soon | -| **Xocomil** | Coming soon | - -## Dorm Caravan -- 4 beds -- **Location:** *TBD* - -## Dependance -- Coming soon -- **Location:** *TBD* - -## Storage Shed +### *Other Building* - **Location:** *TBD* - **Purpose:** *TBD* @@ -61,4 +35,4 @@ See [[equipment/tools/|Tools & Machinery]] for equipment guides. ## Safety Notes -*TBD: Safety considerations for outbuildings* +*TBD: Any safety considerations for outbuildings* diff --git a/content/spaces/outdoor.md b/content/spaces/outdoor.md index 1235b8d..f943a72 100644 --- a/content/spaces/outdoor.md +++ b/content/spaces/outdoor.md @@ -24,26 +24,17 @@ tags: ## Farm Areas -- **6-hectare grazing pasture** for alpacas and (future) horses -- **Animal pond** -- **Greenhouse** with bathtub and pool — see [[outbuildings#Greenhouse|Outbuildings: Greenhouse]] -- **Crops:** Lady Godiva pumpkins, blueberries, salads, herbs, pick-your-own berries; medicinal and edible hedgerows +*TBD: Describe farm areas, fields, etc.* ## Gathering Spaces -### Mad Hatter's Tea Party Table -- Outdoor table used for **potlucks** and shared meals -- **Location:** *TBD* - -### Wellness Nook -- **Sauna**, **fire circle**, and **cold plunge pools** -- Hosts the monthly Sauna Soirée (first Sunday) -- **Location:** *TBD* -- **Rules:** *TBD* - ### Outdoor Seating - **Location:** *TBD* +### Fire Pit (if applicable) +- **Location:** *TBD* +- **Rules:** *TBD* + ## Practical Areas ### Wood Storage