This poem was shared in a group recently discussing the importance of collaboration among education and retreat centers. The Retreat Center Collaborative was formed four years ago by the Fetzer Institute to work toward collective flourishing.  (retreatcentercollaborative.org). The need is greater than ever to offer places where people can “stand still… let down their loads” […]

30 Donors in 30 Days Campaign Giving Monthly Matters. Here’s why is matters to one of our long-time Shadowcliff volunteers, Don Reck.  “Setting up a monthly recurring contribution in support of Shadowcliff brings many of my values to Light. Over the past 27 years of participating in the Shadowcliff community, my personal Life philosophy has

Changes to Shadowcliff COVID Policies   Thankfully COVID 19 is no longer the primary news topic on a daily basis for most of us. However because we know there is still risk for many, one of our main priorities in this transitional season has been to avoid an outbreak at Shadowcliff. We have tried to

Last week Robert Charles Gipson, father of Shadowcliff Board Member Calvin Gipson, passed away. Calvin shares this writing about his father with our Shadowcliff community to honor his father, to underscore the impacts of social injustice, and to demonstrate the healing power of community and the natural world. Thank you for sharing these insights with

In case you missed it! Dave Lively is a dynamic speaker who specializes in shining light on hidden narratives. Last month,  Dave shared his immense knowledge and passion for the West side of Rocky Mountain National Park through this presentation about the Harbison Sisters of 19th Century Grand Lake. Enjoy this video of Dave’s presentation

30 Donors in 30 Days Campaign Giving Monthly Matters.   Gas • Water • Electricity • Trash • Recycling • Sewer • Taxes • Insurance • Property Management System • Website • Two Part-time Salaries Shadowcliff has always operated on a lean budget — we’re a values-driven non-profit organization with significant volunteer support. There are

Listen here to a reading of Maril’s Reset poem. Maril Crabtree, a long time friend of Shadowcliff, wrote this lovely poem and had it printed for installation on-site.  Thank you, Maril! _______________________________________ Maril writes:  I wrote the first drafts of this poem as we ended 2019 – before the pandemic shifted priorities for all of

Christine Rech, a long time friend of Shadowcliff, wrote this beautiful poem following one of our 2020 conversation circle gatherings.  Thank you, Christine! _______________________________________ Silent Blessing  / Let us Unite If nature has a goal Then it is to be whole So that every being has a place, A protected space Where it can grow

   Gen Z Retreat 2021! After many months of planning the Gen Z Retreat took place in early June.  In small teams, the Gen Z Advisors planned the full schedule, including meals. The program content was based on the results of a survey completed by over 100 Gen Zs. The sessions for this pilot program included

Get Creative with Julia Del Rosario!     During the Covid-19 lockdown, Shadowcliff staff member Julia Del Rosario started creating fun, easy craft projects for her and her friends to make together, online. They had such a good time, that she created more projects! Join us on Thursday, July 8 to enjoy Julia’s creative energy