The 2006 open season at Amida France is due to commence 7th May this year. Spring is beautiful in Cher. Everything grows at a phenomenal rate. The flowers, birds, butterflies and other wildlife enchant us. Through May, June and early July there will be regular Pureland practice. During this time there will be work in the gardens and on the land and a gentle rythmn of community – work, practice, relaxation, communing with nature, dwelling in friendship together – simplicity and replenshment. There are vegetable gardens, woodlands, new land, and work to contin on irrigation and water conservation. There are also time for walking and relaxing together. Visitors are welcome.