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."
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
JOIN THE 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.)
"Thank you for being the difference between thought and thoughtful action."