Mission & Vision for Distant Hill

"Don't judge each day by the harvest you reap, but by the seeds that you plant."  Robert Louis Stevenson

The Mission of Distant Hill is to make nature and the outdoors accessible to everyone, and to inspire children and adults, no matter their ability, to cultivate an intimate connection to the natural world through education, observation, and play, and to teach the importance of nature-based play and recreation to overall health and wellness. 

Our vision is to transform Distant Hill Gardens and Nature Trail into an accessible venue for environmental, horticultural, health, wellness, and nature-based classes, workshops, and research. We aim to make the land and all its resources available to local educational institutions, educators, students, and the public

We hope to serve as a model of environmental stewardship, and to teach and motivate children and adults to become more informed stewards of the land. It is our goal that visitors to Distant Hill will leave with a better understanding of the vital connections between plants, animals, and humans, and how we can use Earth's resources in a way that strengthens and sustains those connections, making the world a healthier and more vibrant place to live and work. 

We are dedicated to fostering a deep connection with nature by offering accessible trails, cultivated gardens, and educational programs that inspire sustainable landscaping and conservation practices.