On a beautiful Sunday morning in May, a group of volunteers dedicated their time to create the first ever Food Forest within East Vincent! Their goal was to create a continuously growing ecosystem of harvestable food, nourishing both the community, and the soil within the Park on the Ridge. 

Mission Statement:

Designed in partnership with Ancient Origins Permaculture, the "For the Future Forest Garden" exists to cultivate regenerative abundance through education, ecological design, and community stewardship. Rooted in permaculture principles and inspired by the traditional foodways of the Eastern Woodlands, we restore the land while growing nourishing food for our community. Through hands-on learning, shared harvests, and collaborative care, we foster resilient ecosystems, resilient people, and a deeper connection between culture, soil and place. 

Vision Statement: 

We envision a thriving, biodiverse landscape where food, knowledge and community are cultivated in harmony with nature. For the Future Forest Garden is a Permaculture Learning Commons that will serve as a living model of regenerative design - restoring soil, honoring regional food traditions, and inspiring present and future generations to become skilled stewards to the land. 

Through shared harvests and shared learning, we aim to strengthen food security, ecological health, and a culture rooted deep in reciprocity with the living world.