Camano Nature-Farm Communities Association

In tandem with the Ashram’s day-to-day activities, we also operate a 501(c)3 non-profit trust called Camano Nature-Farm Communities Association (CNFCA). This trust was established in January 2024 on Camano Island, WA. Then in March, CNFCA purchased the land which is the home of Camano Farm Ashram (formerly Ananda Farm), in order to steward the land.

CNFCA’s unique vision of conservation, or as we relate to it, stewardship, involves the holistic integration of human life with nature. This integration is an active relationship between individuals and the life around them. It necessitates grounded, daily activities such as growing and caring for plants and animals, building soil, and healthy forest management. In short, a vision of nature that includes humans in it as loving caretakers.

In order to steward nature in such a way, humans must find the true, timeless expression of what our place in nature is. As the proverb says, “It takes a village to raise a child.” Likewise, it takes a village to care for nature. Nature stewardship and community are interdependent.

“So long as you breathe the free air of earth, you are under the obligation to render grateful service.” – Sri Yukteswar

This provides the basis for CNFCA’s mission – to purchase and hold land for the express purpose of stewarding nature through the growth of holistic communities. Access to nature is essential for the health and well-being of individuals and society at large.

At present, CNFCA has 20 acres of native forest and natural farmland. Stewarded by Camano Farm Ashram, this land is accessible to the public and provides a haven for connection with nature. It is a place where one can experience how a direct relationship with nature can provide for all of humankind’s needs: from the growing of healthy foods and medicinal plants to providing space and opportunity for the physical, mental and spiritual development of human beings.

In future, the hope is that more individuals and organizations will contribute to this mission, expanding its positive impact for the benefit of all.

Above: 20-acres of natural farmland and cedar forest owned by CNFCA and stewarded by Camano Farm Ashram. Northern border of the land is alongside Haven Place. Southern border alongside Tycory Lane. Image courtesy of Google.

You can contact Camano Nature-Farm Communities Association at CNFCA.trust@gmail.com