How the Pandemic Changed Our Approach
What was the most searched-for phrase on Google in 2021? It was "how to heal." In 2021 America seemed to acknowledge en masse that trauma...
A COOPERATIVE BALANCE
between humanity and nature
SIMPLY EMPOWERS.
" All people want is a safe, open space to breathe."
THIS IS A MOVEMENT
Together we can bring back empowering balance with nature.
in precious places
Go to where you can know nature's healing, whether that's in town or at a remote getaway.
to make a difference
When in nature for fun, for work or for healing, sharing with others can help soothe your soul.
to propel this work
Give a gift that renews human capability in concert with nature. Show your hope.
BUT WHY NOW?
Because the pandemic brought on trauma, malnutrition and isolation.
23%
FROM 2019
15%
Americans experiencing a post-traumatic stress diagnosis
13%
FROM 2019
2%
U.S. households feeling long-term food insecurity
28%
FROM 2019
11%
Americans separated from emotional or social support
NATURE CAN HELP
Regular time spent in nature reduces despair and restores wellbeing.
95%
95% of people who maintained or increased outside time during the pandemic experienced a sustained sense of good mental health.
98%
98% of urban households who foraged wild foods or grew home kitchen gardens demonstrated taste satisfaction and improved nutrition.
82%
82% of Americans now feel mental health is every bit as important as physical health (up more than 10% from pre-pandemic beliefs.)
Clement Waters Retreat helps people act as good stewards of creation so they might reap rewards in return.
IMPACT 2018-2021
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15 families sharing seed + harvest
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50 cubic yards of dumped waste removed from our urban forest project
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80 cubic yards of invasive honeysuckle removed from our urban forest project
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187 varieties of food plants distributed
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450 native or edible trees planted
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600 volunteers engaged, age 5 - 60
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7,000 social media audience members
"Thank you for being the difference between thought and thoughtful action."