“One of the most transformative things about Pacifica is the grounds.”
- Dr. Sipiora

In the May session at Pacifica (click for a virtual tour), we had a great opportunity to attend a tour of the gardens with Marshall Chrostowski, the groundskeeper, and Dr. Michael Sipiora. Over my time at Pacifica, I have explored the garden paths countless times. It really is a breathtaking place to be. All you hear is your own feet rustling the leaves and the birds chirping above.  There is no city noise, no traffic, no rush. I didn’t know this experience could be further enriched!

Marshall has been tending the grounds since the 1989. It was amazing to hear how he planned things, why he chose certain plants and trees, and where some of these plants and trees came from! I wish I could remember all the details now, and I really hope that he writes a book about it all! There are so many stories behind every bit of plant life. He’s even planned for the way the natural ecology will transform everything over time for future generations. Dr. Siporia also explained how the choices in the plant life resonate with our school’s depth psychology foundation, including how they tend to the soul and to the earth.

Please enjoy this slideshow, which includes a cameo from the campus cat.

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