The Sanctuary of the Amathole Mist works toward reclaiming your power - of mind, body, and spirit — from a world that thrives on dependence and disconnection. We seek to restore wholeness, to free you to fly as a self-sufficient guardian of the Earth, rooted in purpose and harmony with Nature and community. At the core of our mission, we commit to:

  • Imparting knowledge and skills to empower rich, sustainable, and self-sufficient lives filled with purpose;
  • Guiding our members to health, wholeness, and personal sovereignty, via ancient wisdom repurposed for modern life;
  • Cultivating a community of guardians who protect and nurture the earth’s sacred balance, seeking symbiosis between humanity and the natural world.

The Sanctuary warmly welcomes all who share our vision of a sovereign, harmonious world, the work evolving with each member who reaches the tenth grade. As a non-dogmatic, non-religious, inclusive community, we embrace diverse genders, backgrounds, and beliefs. United by sustainable practices and regenerative wisdom, we work with the Elements that flow through Nature, guided by love and compassion to heal what’s broken, and peace and harmony to sustain what endures.

Founded in 2025 as a South African non-profit, our learning course offers affordable sovereignty to all with the opportunity to learn practical life skills. Our founders, Bevan and Dianne (the Hlafweard and Hlæfdige of Hogsback), live self-sufficiently on their homestead, which functions as the Sanctuary’s heart and headquarters. Driven by passion for the Earth amid species loss and modern life’s toll on Nature, we mentor members to reclaim their sovereignty and nurture life’s sacred systems.