Kindred Forest Retreats

Bourbon, Missouri

www.kindredforestmo.com

It doesn’t take much convincing the Sustainable Backyard community that nature heals and we all need more of it! In a time where many of us feel disconnected, distracted and overwhelmed by the demands of modern life, Jo and Andrea opened Kindred Forest retreat space as a refuge to step away and restore connection to yourself, others, and nature, in a serene 100-acre woodland setting in the Ozarks just over an hour southwest of St. Louis.

Whether you are looking for a solo retreat, a place to spend quality time as a family, or host your group of up to 20, Kindred Forest offers a restorative retreat away from the daily grind, including;

Overnight Accommodations: Stay in a beautiful space intentionally designed to calm your nervous system and foster deep rest.

Restorative Activities: Take a morning stroll on several miles of our nature trails. Settle into a hammock with a nourishing book from our library. Drop into a guided meditation as you overlook the forest. Finish the day stargazing around the firepit.

Guided Forest Bathing & Nature Connection: Experience the healing benefits of nature through a guided Forest Bathing experience. Explore the world of birds on a Mindful Birding excursion.

In addition, says Jo, “ we are dedicated to the restoration of the native Ozark habitat through prescribed burns, invasive species management and other activities to promote biodiversity on the property.”

Learn more and book your retreat at www.kindredforestmo.com. We hope we can be a place for you to slow down and connect to yourself, loved ones and the earth.

Thank you Kindred Forest family for your friendship and support of the Sustainable Backyard Tour!

Greenscape Gardens & Gifts
2832 Dougherty Ferry Rd.
314-821-2440
www.greenscapegardens.com

After 30 years (nearly half that as a Sponsor of the Sustainable Backyard Tour) Greenscape Gardens and Gifts is far more than a plant store. As second-generation owner Jennifer Schamber says,

“Here at Greenscape, we see firsthand the amazing benefit that connection with the natural world can have on people’s lives. The benefits of gardening are expansive. Not only does it offer joy and healing, but also serves as an incredible educational tool for expanding our minds, understanding of nature, and the role that humans play in preserving our environment. Our goals include raising environmental awareness and understanding, increasing access to gardening for all, and empowering individuals to get outside and experience the many benefits that nature has to offer.Over the years, we have made an effort to share our passion for gardening with our community and beyond. Through sponsoring and participating in community projects, partnering with incredible organizations, and launching outdoor education pilot programs – we strive to use our resources here to help create positive change, one garden at a time.”

Over the years, Greenscape has supported and hosted a variety of events and programs with the goal of being of service to the community. “As a local business with a unique set of resources, we strive to give back to our community and play our part in empowering others to experience the benefits of the natural word. From our talented staff who each have a diverse set of skills and education, to our property that has abundant garden space, to all of the beautiful plants here at the nursery – there is so much that we’d like to offer our community.”

Learn more about Greenscape Gardens’ extensive native and edible plant selection on their website, or stop by their big, beautiful location at 2832 Barrett Station Road in Manchester, Missouri 63021. Subscribe to their informative seasonal newsletter here and get rewards with every visit:

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Thank you Greenscape family for your long-term commitment to the Sustainable Backyard Tour!

Nature Partners Foundation
www.NaturePartnersFoundation.org

After years of helping a variety of eco-minded organizations with their financial support and personal guidance, Susan and Kei Pang launched a non-profit to extend the reach and impact of their assistance. For more than three decades, the Pangs have been dedicated to environmental stewardship, education and activism. They have encouraged and personally undertaken extensive land restoration endeavors, focusing especially on harmonizing landscapes with native conditions.Today, the mission of Nature Partners Foundation is to preserve biodiversity and promote the well-being of all life on Earth. “We provide funding for organizations and programs dedicated to land conservation and restoration, whether in urban or rural areas. Additionally, we support efforts to reconnect humanity with the Earth through educational and spiritual practices, as well as advocacy for Earth-centered policies, “ notes Susan. The family foundation makes grants of up to $10,000 to grassroots organizations and individuals doing work that is aligned with the mission of preserving biodiversity and promoting the well-being of all life on Earth. Visit their website for information.

Thank you Pang family for your ongoing support of the Sustainable Backyard Network!