Eco Adventure Comes To A Close

The first Eco-Adventure at Rolling Ridge has come and gone, and was a tremendous success!  This three-day program invited children to connect with the Earth and to see God in creation.  Participants were busy learning, listening, creating, and exploring, as dedicated Leaders and volunteer staff shared a love for gardening, God, and creation.  

Emily Strong, from the Giving Garden, taught the group about flowers, fruits and vegetables, pollenators and the importance of the gardens' eco-system as well as providing healthy food for ourselves and our neighbors in need.

Karen Kilty, our Program Coordinator and lead " inspirer" opened each morning of the Eco Adventure Program with a meaningful story, creative activity and prayer. Karen lead our Eco Adventurers in creating their own terrariums with re-purposed cherry tomato containers, black earth composted potting soil, succulents and nature items the kids found on the grounds of Rolling Ridge.  This was a favorite project for many little explorers.

"Inch by inch, row by row, gonna watch this garden grow.  All it takes is a rake and a hoe and a piece of fertile land..."  Thank you to a loving group of people who care deeply for others.  This was such a blessing, and a fantastic time with these smart, curious, and creative kids.  We plan to expand the program next year from 3 days to 5, with an inter-generational family focus for kids, parents, and grandparents to explore the beauty of nature together.

Goodbye until next year!  Thank you to all who participated, attended, volunteered, and cared.

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