Shepherd's Corner Ecology Center

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Shepherd's Corner Ecology Center

A corner of creation seeking to recreate the lands' wholeness by rediscovering life-giving harmony. Our suggested donation is $2 per person.
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Our Mission: Shepherd’s Corner Ecology Center invites others to join with us in experiencing the joys and responsibilities of caring for land, life and spirit; inspiring others to become shepherds of creation in their own corners of the world

In a nutshell: At Shepherd's Corner, you'll find chemical-free naturally grown gardens, chickens, sheep, a llama, a turf labyrinth, a high tunnel, and a system of walking trails. Shepherd's Corner welcomes many volunteers and hosts public programs as well as programs for adults or student groups. As a non-profit organization, Shepherd's Corner always appreciates donations. Our office hours are 8:00 am to 4:00 pm Monday through Friday. We are closed on Sundays.

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Open to the public:
April - November: Due to increased programs and field trips, we will announce days we will be open to visitors at the beginning of the month. Stay tuned to our pages and website to find out what the days are! For the summer we are open on Mondays to visitors. Mondays where we are not open to the public will be noted on our website calendar. Feel free to bring nonperishables to add to our collection of food for the pantries we serve. Those under 18 need to be accompanied by an adult when visiting Shepherd's Corner. If you plan on visiting, you can contact us at (614) 866-4302 or email scecologycenter@oppeace.org and let us know. Upon arriving, please sign a waiver located on the table in the foyer. There are also meditation trail maps for use if you would like.

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Shepherd's Corner is an ecological ministry of the Dominican Sisters of Peace, founded November 1992. This 160-acre natural oasis serves as a farm and center for ecology, spirituality, and education. The property's diverse range of habitats offers a haven for wildlife and native flora, plus a place of peace, natural beauty, and spiritual refreshment. Our strategic plan focuses on the three areas: environmental education, reflection on care of creation, and providing healthy, naturally grown produce. In March of 2007 Shepherd’s Corner Ecology Center received Ohio Barn of the Year Adaptive Use, from the Friends of Ohio Barns.

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On June 7th, 2025, we are holding our 19th Annual Shepherd's Corner 5K. September 13th, 2025, 10:00 - 2:00 pm, is our annual Shepherds Fest. This free event is open to all! Come spend a Saturday enjoying Shepherd's Corner! https://shepherdscorner.org/event/shepherds-fest-25/

11/29/2025

Support Earth. Uplift Community. Donate to Shepherd's Corner Ecology on GivingTuesday, December 2nd.

When you give to Shepherd's Corner you support:

*Inclusive environmental education
*Reflective experiences that heal
*Renewing and stewarding the land
*Feeding bodies and souls

11/27/2025

Maggie Francesca Llams, wants to remind you about , as she munches on some delicious grapevine.

11/24/2025

The sun is out! Come take a walk on the meditation trail today!

While we didn't see the sun today at Shepherd's Corner Ecology Center, perhaps we will on Monday... when we're open to visitors from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm!

$2/person suggested donation

Step into the barn and sign a waiver before you head out to the meditation trail.

REMINDER: We are always collecting shelf stable foods and new personal care items for our pantry partners!

11/21/2025

The countdown to is on! GivingTuesday is December 2nd. Be sure to mark those calendars since it's right around the corner! Here are just a few ways that you can support Shepherd's Corner Ecology Center!

*Set up a monthly donation
*Join in as a volunteer
*Share Shepherd's Corner with others
*Attend a program

11/19/2025

Update: Due to no registrations our Early Learners Adventures, scheduled for 11/20 has been cancelled!

We'll see you at our December program, 10-11 am on December 10th.

11/17/2025

Shepherd's Corner is open to visitors from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm today November 17th.

$2/person suggested donation

Stop by the barn and sign a waiver on your way out to the meditation trail.

REMINDER: We are always collecting shelf stable foods and new personal care items for our pantry partners!

Image: a sugar maple in all of its yellow fall glory.

11/12/2025

There are spots remaining in our upcoming Foraging Jams & Jellies program being held this Saturday! Visit the event page or our website calendar to learn more (and to register). Space is limited!
$12/participant, 10:00 am - noon

Next week:
Home School Adventure Days
Wednesday, November 19th
$5/learner up to $15/family
9:30 - 11:30 am Middle School Aged
1:00 - 3:00 pm Elementary School Aged

Thursday, November 20th
$5/learner up to $15/family
Early Learners Adventures
10:00 - 11:00 am
Nature for Everyone: Inclusive Learning
1:00 - 2:00 pm

11/10/2025

Come see the first snow of autumn at Shepherd's Corner.
Today, November 10th, we'll be open to visitors from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm.

$2/person suggested donation
Stop by the barn and sign a waiver on your way out to the meditation trail.

REMINDER: We are always collecting shelf stable foods and new personal care items for our pantry partners!

11/08/2025

Shepherd's Corner is leaning into autumn. We got our garlic planted and covered with straw just as the temperatures begin to change.

On Monday, November 10th we'll be open to visitors from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. While the weather won't be as warm as it was on Thursday it will be a wonderful day to visit Shepherd's Corner! (Maybe there will even be a dusting of snow!)

Monday, November 10th
10:00am - 3:00pm
$2/person suggested donation
Stop by the barn and sign a waiver on your way out to the meditation trail.

REMINDER: We are always collecting shelf stable foods and new personal care items for our pantry partners!

11/06/2025

We're praying that the upcoming United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30) taking place over the next two weeks in Brazil is successful. Visit the Catholic Climate Covenant website for prayer and worship resources, including webinars, petitions, and information on days of fasting. If we work together, we can make a difference.

Prayer for the COP30 Summit:
God of blessings,
the universe sings of your glory.
Deepen our gratitude for all you have made
and awaken in us a renewed commitment
to care for the earth and each other.
Inspire world leaders at COP30,
with openness to listen to those most affected by climate change
and with courage to act urgently and wisely,
so that our common home may be healed and restored
and all people, and generations to come, may delight in it.
Amen.

Learn more about the upcoming climate conference, find ways to get involved and make a different, additional prayers and more at this link: https://tinyurl.com/myrbw4jt

Address

987 N Waggoner Road
Blacklick, OH
43004

Telephone

+16148664302

Website

https://shepherdscorner.org/

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Our office hours are 8:00 am to 4:00 pm Monday though Friday. We are closed on Sundays. Open to the public: Shepherd's Corner Ecology Center will open to the public Fridays only. Beginning on June 5th we will be open to visitors from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. This is subject to change. Our suggested donation is $2 per person.

If you plan on visiting we ask that you contact us at (614) 866-4302 or email scecologycenter@gmail.com and let us know.

Upon arriving please sign in at the table in the foyer. Our arrows that were previously red have been replaced by blue arrows. There are also meditation trail maps for use if you would like.