No sneakers, no shoes, no socks just bare feet on the ground. That is how the little boy explored the world. A breeze came from the south, the direction the little boy was facing. He giggled and blinked his eyes as the wind hit his face. He pointed up, and said “look!” It was more […]
What a glorious morning it is on Hammond Hill at Camp Earth Connection. This morning I went for a run, well actually a very slow enjoyable jog, and allowed my eyes soak up the Trillium (a native perennial to our region) which is scattered throughout forest. It’s hard to find words to describe what it’s […]
Eshay’s Advice on Planning a Memorable Camping Trip There are two kinds of unforgettable camping trips – the ones you want to remember and the ones you may wish to forget. But in truth, I am personally grateful for all of my camping memories. Some of those early camping trips taught me some pretty important […]
For many of us….it’s beginning. That mild depression that begins right after the holiday season and increases until late February; When it almost feels unbearable and then the sun starts shining and the snow starts melting, and the hope of brighter days returns. Living in the Ithaca area now for just about 35 years, I […]
Anyone who knows me at all knows that I love living on Hammond Hill. Actually it can be quite challenging to get me off the Hill especially during the warmer half of the year. But in reality, my deep attachment and love is not limited to Hammond Hill, but expands to our amazing natural world. […]
I continue to be amazed as I watch my dreams come to fruition. I am more convinced then ever that if we look deep within ourselves, we will find the connection we have to everything and everybody in this world. Within that connection we will find our path. Once on our path, the universe will […]
Why Women? At times I have wondered how it is I ended up focusing so much on women’s programs at Camp Earth Connection. I value men and adore my 4 sons & 2grandsons (plus one on the way.) Myself, I feel pretty “gender neutral” and grew up loving and envying stereotypical “boy” activities and privileges. […]
Last night, by the light of the moon, I walked down Hammond Hill Road with Taz. Well, I walked and Taz ran. It was a mix of clouds and stars and moonlight. It was cold and crisp and quite amazing. We are spending the weekend down at camp while guests stay at the Mountain Queen. This is […]
A COMMUNITY FIRE & GATHERING, November 25th 1-5pm at Camp Earth Connection November 25, 2016, 1-5pm Camp Earth Connection(CEC) would like to invite you to a community fire & gathering on Friday afternoon, November 25th at CEC on Hammond Hill. We will have food, fire, shelter and community. Camp Earth Connection believes in the importance […]
November has been a busy month on the hill. With the help of Branden, a friend and fellow tree lover, I started the month by harvesting some trees that toppled over last winter due to the moist ground. One was beautiful Red Oak – big enough that it would take two people to wrap there […]
