Edges in ecosystems are exciting places. They allow for the biggest variety of life. On the edge of a forest where it is next to a meadow, the meadow life and the forest life co-exist, as well as species that thrive only along that edge. At the edge of a pond, the water creatures co-exist …
We would like to invite you to be a contributing member of our community in whatever way feels right to you. There is a role for you, no matter your skills or interests. Here are some possibilities to illustrate this idea: Maybe you like to write – you could come to events and write about …
Join us for a monthly “walk and talk” and bonfire. This will be a guided walk for groups of 10 or less (due to covid), and a time for members to take a walk together and get to know each other. For now, it will need to be a guided walk because we are currently …
CHFS is fortunate to have on its property an immigrant from the old world, an English Yew The English Yew, or common yew (taxus baccata), is native to Britain, Europe and parts of Asia. The yew is particularly long-lived, clocking in at 400-500 years and sometimes longer. There are yew trees in Great Britain believed …
For the second year in a row, we are thrilled to host Lior Allay and Bunny Luna for the Conscious Creativity Workshop. The two-three hour is scheduled to start at 1pm on Saturday, August 1st. There will be a ritual on the Sanctuary to ground us to the spirits of our sacred place and consecrate …
We are finally on our way! Our long-held plans to build a driveway for the sanctuary to a future pond and Celtic roundhouse are finally coming to fruition. This has been part of our long-term planning for years and it is thrilling to see it start to take shape. With the consent and welcome of …
Racial Justice Work and Infrastructure It was wonderful finally to be able to meet again in person a couple of weeks ago for the first time since the lockdown. Because we were outside, we didn’t wear masks, but did make sure to stay physically distanced. As everyone is doing these days, we’re learning how best …
As we mourn the deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery, and all the others who have lost their lives at the hands of those who have sworn to serve and protect, we at Crossing Hedgerows Sanctuary condemn in the most absolute terms racial injustice, white supremacy, and all legacies of systemic oppression. Black …
Dear members and friends, As we have been keeping tabs on the state requirements, we have decided to cancel our events for this summer. Though we remain closed to the public to maintain safety during the pandemic, we are continuing to make plans and build support for the Sanctuary. We have been granted full status …
Come put your hands in the sweet earth! The Sanctuary is open to volunteers looking to connect with the earth’s bounty through work on the farm. Maintaining a yearly supply of produce is ever more important in these days, when times are uncertain. And working with the earth provides a ready source of comfort and …
Workdays at CHFS! (now on hold due to state Shelter in Place order – be safe everyone!!) Read More »