Crown Point Ecology Center
![Environmental Education: Site, center or gathering place (indoors or outdoors) where informal or formal education on environmental topics takes place. Environmental Education](https://www.opengreenmap.org/sites/default/files/taxonomy_image/environmental_education.gif)
![Eco-Justice Organization: Groups and campaigns that raise awareness around the right to a safe, healthy and sustainable environment equally for all people, regardless of background, race, gender, age; where "environment" includes the ecological (biological), physical (natural and built), social, political, aesthetic, and economic environments. Eco-Justice Organization](https://www.opengreenmap.org/sites/default/files/taxonomy_image/eco_justice.gif)
![Public Forest/Natural Area: Natural Reserve, National Parks, Regional Parks, other parks and public forests, even private land that has been set aside for conservation. Balance your emphasis of forests with parklands to discourage the over-use of natural areas. Public Forest/Natural Area](https://www.opengreenmap.org/sites/default/files/taxonomy_image/category_pictures_73.gif)
![Eco-Agriculture/Permaculture: Encompasses small-scale city farm to full-size rural farms that are organic, biodynamic or using other sustainable methods. May indicate organizations linking urban communities and nearby farmers though community-supported agriculture (known as CSAs or box schemes), 4H demonstration farms, agriculture schools or food security resources and networks. Eco-Agriculture/Permaculture](https://www.opengreenmap.org/sites/default/files/taxonomy_image/category_pictures_2.gif)
![Native Forests/Plants: Flora that is indigenous in the region, sometimes called old growth, heirloom or indigenous species. Native species requires less water and care than exotic imports, and usually attract more birds, bees and butterflies, and help the cycle of life stay in balance. May include a master gardener, permaculturalist or horticulturalist or information center. Native Forests/Plants](https://www.opengreenmap.org/sites/default/files/taxonomy_image/category_pictures_75.gif)
![Wetlands: May be on an official protection list, as wetlands are important habitats and useful for water cleaning and protection from storm surges. May be natural, reconstructed or artificial. Wetlands](https://www.opengreenmap.org/sites/default/files/taxonomy_image/category_pictures_64.gif)
![Eco-Tour/Nature Walk: Marks the beginning of a hiking trail, guided tour starting point or an interesting walk. Maps, signage and information may be found here. Eco-Tour/Nature Walk](https://www.opengreenmap.org/sites/default/files/taxonomy_image/category_pictures_97.gif)
![Organic/Local Food: Food grown close to where it is consumed, reducing shipping impacts and increasing freshness. Organic food is grown without pesticides (biocides), genetic modification or synthetic fertilizers. Minimally processed, with no chemicals or waxes added after harvesting. May include fair trade or direct trade practices. Organic/Local Food](https://www.opengreenmap.org/sites/default/files/taxonomy_image/category_pictures_3.gif)
Overview
The Center’s 10-acre Certified Organic farm, woodlands, meadows and wetland-pond ecosystem provide unique, sacred spaces to walk, to meditate and to be inspired by creation. Everyone committed to restoring Earth and creating a sustainable society is welcome at Crown Point.
The mission of Crown Point is to demonstrate the practical applications of ecology and to connect spirituality, social justice and environmental protection.
Crown Point promotes four principles: Sustainability, Community, Spirituality and Justice.
Key program areas include education and sustainable agriculture.
Community:
The Crown Point Community participates in furthering the common good with our brothers and sisters and all natural systems. We seek mutually beneficial relationships that foster dignity and responsible action on behalf of all life. A few Crown Point programs that promote the principle of community include:
* The Community Supported Agriculture Program
* The Foodbank Farm
* Youth Service Learning Projects
Sustainability:
In the practice of Sustainability Crown Point models how to live lightly on the Earth, neither depleting its resources, nor causing environmental impacts that will imperil future generations and their needs. Crown Point's 10-acre organic farm clearly demonstrates the practical application of the principle.
Spirituality:
The Spirituality of Crown Point is grounded in the Catholic Dominican tradition with its dedication to truth and preaching. Crown Point's interfaith emphasis makes its programs open to all who share the commitment of restoring and preserving our planet. Crown Point programs that promote the principle of spirituality include:
* The Outdoor Labyrinth
* The Foodbank Farm
* Adult programs such as Dances of Universal Peace
* Facility rentals for individual and group retreats
Justice:
Crown Point supports Justice for the human-Earth community by reaching out to the poor and voiceless and advocating for environmental restoration. Through education, preservation and research the Dominican tradition of preaching the just Word is fostered. A few Crown Point programs that promote the principle of justice include:
* The Foodbank Farm
* Free weeks at Summer Farm & Science School for under-served children
* Presentations to the public by our Outreach Coordinator
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