1999-2000: The Rempel’s work with Bob Mann for about a year on plans to “sell Shadowcliff. On Labor Day Volunteer Weekend in September 2000 after conversations with many friends they decide NOT to sell Shadowcliff and to “give it away” with recorded restrictions on the use. Rempels come to Riverbend Cabin and tell Bob of […]

1980: Cliffside Lodge is completed (Peter  Rempel-Warren and Patt’s son) is primary carpenter/builder). 1981: The Chapel is completed—Chet Fleming’s stone work is the fireplace; Randy Friesen’s first designed building as architect 1989: First year of the Suzanna Del Vecchio Belly Dance retreat 1991: Shadowcliff  plans and hosts the first HIV-Aids retreat which has continued annually.

1977: Ecumenikos (first group) came to Shadowcliff for the first time July 14 or 15 launching along term love affair with many people from that community. This was the introduction of Judith Christy and Bob Mann to Shadowcliff. Little did they or the Rempels know that 24 years later Judith and Bob would succeed them

1969: Purchased Fireside Cabin from the family of Rev. and Mrs. Rogers (the people who originally invited Patt and Warren to come to visit this property back in 1956) June 30, 1969 Fred Rogers and Marjorie R. Speer to Francis Warren Rempel and Patricia Wylder Rempel  for $7500 note payable in one year Description is

July 9, 1956 Anna N. DeLange to  F. Warren and Patricia Wylder Rempel  All of Lot 2 Section 5, Township 3 North—known as Lots 8 & 9 Cairns Second Addition. This was the current site of Riverbend cabin and began with a tent and a campsite. July 5, 1960  Mary L. Cairns to Francis Warren

The staff actively works to turn off the lights in the common areas. LED lights have recently been installed in the first floor of Rempel and in the common areas of all buildings to promote energy efficiency.  Quarterly newsletters have been produced since 2001, first in hard copies and now via emails. These newsletters often

Shadowcliff created a policy to only purchase ENERGY STAR appliances, such as washing machines and dryers. An ENERGY STAR washing machine consumes 25% less energy and 33% less water while ENERGY STAR dryers use 20% less energy than conventional machines.  (citation: https://www.energystar.gov/products/appliances/clothes_dryers)  When guests arrive at Shadowcliff, they each receive a linen bundle including sheets,

Shadowcliff’s early relationship with Bridging The Gap in Kansas provided educational support for our sustainability efforts. For example, static cling messages have been posted on the bathroom mirrors with reminders to turn off the faucet and lights. Information of energy conservation was added to these messages to make guests aware and feel included in Shadowcliff’s

Shadowcliff prides itself on providing great food service. Chefs at Shadowcliff come from a variety of backgrounds and experiences. Due to these backgrounds, Shadowcliff has created  guidelines for the kitchen to ensure outstanding food preparation and service consistent with our sustainability values. The Compassionate Kitchen (written by Judith)  is a set of guidelines on Shadowcliff’s food