Blog

Shadowcliff Chronology: 2005-2009

• by Shadowcliff
• · August 24, 2021

2005: The lower level of Fireside Cabin is added by volunteers at a cost of approximately $21,000. This permitted a lock-off so both upper and…

Shadowcliff Chronology: 1999

• by Shadowcliff
• · August 24, 2021

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…

Shadowcliff Chronology: 1980-1997

• by Shadowcliff
• · August 24, 2021

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…

Shadowcliff Chronology: 1977

• by Shadowcliff
• · August 24, 2021

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…

Shadowcliff Chronology: 1969-1976

• by Shadowcliff
• · August 24, 2021

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…

Shadowcliff Chronology: 1956-1960

• by Shadowcliff
• · August 24, 2021

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…

General Housekeeping Sustainability Efforts

• by Shadowcliff
• · August 24, 2021

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…

Laundry Sustainability Efforts

• by Shadowcliff
• · August 24, 2021

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…

Bathroom Sustainability Efforts

• by Shadowcliff
• · August 24, 2021

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…

Kitchen Sustainability Efforts

• by Shadowcliff
• · August 24, 2021

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…