It’s time to register for Volunteer Weekend! A fixture of Shadowcliff history, Volunteer Weekend is a celebration of service! Volunteers spanning all generations join us on site in Grand Lake to help with a variety of tasks that prepare Shadowcliff for the season ahead. Lodging is provided, along with multiple meals, and ample opportunity to […]
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Starting at the end of August, Shadowcliff will be hosting five artists-in-residence as part of a new program initiative. The artist residency program at Shadowcliff builds on our long-standing tradition of fostering meaningful exchanges and connections. The residency brings together a diverse group of artists, creatives, researchers, and cultural caretakers from around the country, providing
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It’s almost time for Shadowcliff to “spring open” Can you help us with these needed projects? Last year, volunteer teams led by board director Duncan Foss helped Shadowcliff completely rebuild the deck behind Rempel Lodge. Not only did they reinforce the necessary structure – they also managed to add a new outdoor seating nook just
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Introducing new leadership staff Kimberly Carmitchel will serve as onsite General Manager and Kathy Baldwin-Heitman is supporting remotely as Executive Administrator Dear Shadowcliff friends, Whether you connect with us as a summer visitor, volunteer, or Grand County neighbor, you know that spending time at Shadowcliff is a special and unique experience. In order to best
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There’s no shortage of stories about the ways Shadowcliff impacts people’s personal journeys. This summer, Craig Adams was on site as an intern from McAfee Theologial Seminary in Atlanta, GA, and part of his research involved conversations with Shadowcliff guests, volunteers and stakeholders from different generations. One special story that Craig rediscovered is from Steve
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Shadowcliff has been stewarded by many wonderful and gifted people over its 65+ year history. Last month, we said goodbye one of those special people – Walt Friesen. The Friesen family have been dear friends, guests, and volunteers at Shadowcliff for multiple generations, but it started with Walt. In fact, if you’ve ever participated in
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Do you have a passion for Shadowcliff? Nonprofit leadership? We’re seeking people to share talent with our teams. Shadowcliff has been gifted with many wonderful leaders throughout its history, and the Board is actively seeking to add new voices to both our Board of Directors and advisory committees. Shadowcliff experience is not necessary,
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Volunteer Weekend is a long standing tradition at Shadowcliff. It is not just a time to connect, serve with intention, and meet new and old friends. It is a homecoming. Some travelled two days to arrive at Shadowcliff to help clean, repair, create, construct, and much more! It was a great turn-out for a packed
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With four months on the job, Shadowcliff Executive Director Blaine Scott shares a bit about what’s going on at Shadowcliff, and what to look forward to this Spring, in conversation with Board Chair Kelly Yarbrough. Learn more about the Board’s adoption of a strategic plan, the transfer of the property title from Bridging the Gap
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Shadowcliff has a rich history of volunteerism, especially visible during the month of May when Grand Lake starts waking up from winter! There are two phases of efforts in May with different point persons and different needs. Please read below to learn where your interests and skills might best meet this year’s needs:
Calling all Volunteers! Here’s What’s Happening this May Read More »