Let's G.R.O.W.
Transform and Believe in Yourself through Education, Explorations and Experiences

The Earth and Water Wellness Institute believes that, ironically, most of our dirtiness, ill-health and imbalance is a result of our disconnection and isolation from nature; from toxic foods (foods that create personal imbalance and that are grown in biologically dead soil or poisoned with pesticides), toxic thoughts (thoughts that keep us stuck and afraid to move forward or feeling bad about ourselves), and toxic lifestyles (chemical, physical and emotional stresses, stresses from environmental pollution to lifestyle addictions). 
The programs and courses offered through the Institute provide self-empowerment through education and experiences, helping participants to G.R.O.W. and reconnect to nature through nature - discovering for themselves how the foods they eat, the thoughts they think, the places they play and the lives they live impact their level of health and happiness - either positively or negatively. The Institute is building a community of empowered and confident individuals interested in pursuing a life of sustainable health and happiness for the betterment of themselves and the world around them.

By offering online interactive and self-study e-courses, workshops and community experiential learning events and nature-based retreats, the programs have been designed to provide information, support, and hands-on learning experiences that inspire and empower participants to take action and moving forward in the direction of sustainable health and happiness.

Green & Sustainable

Topics and lessons help participants explore greener living techniques and sustainable solutions to guide them towards a way of  living with nature, not against her.

Resiliency & Rejuvenation

The courses interweave the theme of resiliency and renewal to help participants discover and strengthen their state of emotional, mental and physical states through a reconnection to nature.

Outdoor Experiences

The courses and events allow participants to experience and fully engage with nature; encouraging participants to learn the joy  and empowerment that is gained while being outside and getting a little dirty in the process.

Well-being & Health

The courses and lessons allow participants to believe in their ability to thrive; learning a variety of natural and alternative methods to nourish the body, brain and being to support their  journey to wellness.
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When I signed up for a 6-day, 500 mile ride across Alaska, I thought I was crazy. What would've been crazy, was if I hadn't taken that risk because I met some of my best friends through that experience!
Try a new adventure today!  
»  Talk to a stranger at a cafe or in line at the grocery store...better yet, how about in the vegetable isle, exchange recipe ideas!   

»  Try cooking a vegetable you've never eaten before (maybe recommended from that stranger you talked to, who is now a friend!)

»   Go the long way to work and take in the new surroundings, notice how a shift in perspective looks

»   Take a new yoga or spin class with a new instructor...

Reach new heights, try something new and embrace the unknown!

If you live in the greater Chicago-land area and want to explore ways to nourish yourself through nature - through sustainable living workshops, farm tours, outdoor retreats, wellness adventures and more, then join us!

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