We would like to open this newsletter with a huge THANK YOU to all who participated in our April events. Both the "Welcome to Spring" and the "Earth Day Celebration" events were great fun and nearly three thousand trees and shrubs were planted! 

Sadly, we must also share news of the recent and unexpected passing of our beautiful team member, Terrence 'Big-T' Brown. Many of you may have seen him perform at our Earth Day Celebration concert. His joy and enthusiasm for TRC was boundless; he will be missed greatly by all who knew him. We hope to share some special memories soon.

Below are our key activities for May and June. Please sign up for any and all that call to you and fit your schedule:

COMING HOME: A Reflective Retreat (June 4th):    

9 a.m.- 5 p.m. (camping optional after retreat) This day-long activity provides an opportunity to focus on the deep interconnections between mind, body, and Nature. These reflective and nurturing practices can help us navigate turbulent times and reconnect with what matters most in our lives.

VOLUNTEER DAYS (Saturdays): Do you enjoy being outdoors, engaging in meaningful physical labor, and getting your hands in the soil? If so, please come join like-minded volunteers on Saturday mornings, 8 a.m.- noon. No experience necessary. For more information, please contact Josh White.  

OUTDOOR YOGA + FOREST WALKS (Sundays): Morning Yoga begins at 10 a.m through the rest of May, but moves to 8 a.m. in June, July, and August. Classes are held outdoors on the mountain with Toni. There are also evening and weekday classes -- please see website for details. Forest walks with Ben start after Sunday morning yoga. This is a golden opportunity to reconnect with Nature in a relaxed and stunningly beautiful setting.

Finally, registration for our six-weekend Permaculture Design Course is now officially open. For details and registration, please click here.