Given the turmoil, stress and challenges we face in society particularly our own health and sanity, relationships with one another, and most importantly the health and future of our Planet; we need time to reflect on our values and priorities for present and future generations.

The stewardship of our natural resources depends upon how we individually and collectively see, understand, and care for our world. A sense of social, ethical, moral responsibility and commitment to be sustainable stewards is still not a core societal value for many citizens.

Education coupled with a physical connection to the environment does significantly contribute to better understanding, greater awareness and a stronger commitment as environmental stewards. The concept of stewardship, however, is often taught in the abstract. Such teachings can certainly be enhanced and have more lasting value and deeper understanding when combined with concrete examples, demonstration of principles in the "field" through direct involvement. "Direct involvement" helps provide deeper meaning to the how's and why's of environmental stewardship; a sense of place and context for understanding principles of sustainability; connectivity, an empathy with the environment; and empowerment for taking responsibility for environmental stewardship and of social and economic equity.

How do we do this? We at Healing Farm feel that an important first step is take the time to visit, observe, and reconnect with our natural environment. In doing so one regains a sense of belonging to and with "Mother Earth", with each other, as citizens on this planet and with our communities.

The above philosophy drives the long term vision for Healing Farm which is to aid in making a reconnection between people and their environment. We offer opportunities to observe and learn about: ecosystems; their functions and roles in sustaining life; organic farming; - including ways to produce healthy natural foods without degrading the environment; the application of both low and high 'tech' means for preserving food; and education sessions on stewardship, horticulture and animal husbandry. Healing Farm is a registered certified organic 18 acre farm. (I.O.P.A. 1704).

We hope that Healing Farm can contribute to healing ourselves, our society and our planet.