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Phase II - Nature Trail

December 2022

Dear Friend of Orgonomy:

Thanks to the generosity of our supporters, Phase I of our ACO Living Campus Project was completed in 2019 with a number of new trees purchased and planted. Those trees have grown and flourished. We are now working on how to best utilize the upper part of the property, which is a roughly seven-acre section of natural, unspoiled woods.

In Phase II of the project, we've designed and developed the beginnings of a multi-use nature trail that will, for the first time, allow access to the most beautiful part of our property. The trail will give us opportunities, as never before, to teach the art and science of nature observation, expanding on what we do in our laboratory courses. An added benefit of the trail is that anyone who attends other classes and events on our property in the future will be able to take a break and enjoy nature.

For virtual tours of the nature trail please click on the videos below to see a part of the ACO campus that few have seen before. The full-length tour of the trail highlights and shows the range and diversity of the woods.

 

Short virtual tour

 

Full-length virtual tour

 

To assist in upkeep, we need volunteers to periodically help clear dead branches from the paths. And donations will help us continue to improve and maintain the trail, allowing us to use our campus in this new way.

It is only with your generous help that we can continue to improve our campus and share what we have to offer with the world. If you would like to make a donation, click on the Living Campus Fund button below, call the ACO at (732) 821-1144, or send your tax-deductible donation to the address below. If you are interested in volunteering to help maintain the trail, please call or email aco@orgonomy.org.

Thank you and best wishes for the upcoming holiday season,

 

 

 

 

 

Peter A. Crist, M.D.
President


American College of Orgonomy
P.O. Box 490
Princeton, NJ 08542
www.orgonomy.org
(732) 821-1144

The ACO is a 501c3 non-profit organization, and all donations are tax deductible.

Make a contribution to the ACO Living Campus Fund. Any donation, no matter the size, makes a difference. Call (732) 821-1144 or contribute securely online by clicking the button below.

 

Project Update - Summer 2018

We are pleased to share with you photos of the trees purchased and planted on the ACO campus this spring thanks to the generosity of our supporters. We look forward to seeing these new trees grow and thrive.

 

Kwanzan Cherry	Kwanzan Cherry Blossoms	Thundercloud Plum
Japanese Zelkova	Oklahoma Red Bud	Oklahoma Red Bud Flowers

 

September 2017

Dear Friend of Orgonomy:

With the first days of autumn now upon us, I am excited to tell you about our new ACO Living Campus Project. As you may know, over the past several years we have made an incredible amount of progress improving our Princeton campus by removing “detractors” (old outbuildings, swimming pool, tree stumps, brush, etc.) and making improvements. After much hard work, we are thankfully now at the point where our property is looking shipshape and we can begin adding “attractors.” What better way to start than by adding new life to our landscape with trees?

Early autumn is the perfect time for us to remove several old and unhealthy trees on the property (the last of our “detractors” - see photos of removal in process) and replace them with new ones that will grow strong and grace the landscape for generations to come.

We have already begun planting new trees with the future in mind. As you can see, our two Red Sunset Maples planted in 2016 are thriving and will bring much enjoyment thanks to their shade and brilliant fall colors in the years to come.

We invite you to take part in creating our Living Campus. There are two ways to participate:

Option 1 - General Contribution - Give a general contribution to the project, which will be put toward tree purchases and expenses. Any donation, no matter the size, makes a difference.

Option 2 - Select a tree - Select your favorite tree from the list below and contribute the listed amount. At the time of planting on the ACO campus, a permanent marker will be placed next to the tree stating the species and year planted, along with your name as donor or, if you wish, the tree can be dedicated to or planted in memory of someone. Our office staff will be in touch with you regarding the wording for your marker.

It is only with your generous help that we can continue to make strides in improving our campus and sharing what we have to offer to the world.

The ACO is a 501c3 non-profit organization, and all donations are tax deductible. You may send your contribution to us at the address below, call our office staff at (732) 821-1144, or donate or select a tree below. If you prefer, please call our office staff and they will be happy to assist you and answer any questions you may have about our Living Campus Project.

I hope to see you in the near future at one of the many events at our home and that our ACO Living Campus project will “bear fruit” so that you will be able to enjoy these beautiful trees with us in the spring. 

Sincerely,

 

 

 

 

 

Peter A. Crist, M.D.
President

Red Bud Known as the harbinger of spring, the Red Bud’s delicate blossoms and buds are one of the season’s most dramatic displays. Unique and irregular branching patterns combine with a trunk that divides close to the ground to create a handsome, spreading crown that is stunning in winter when covered with snow. Height at maturity: 25 to 30 ft. Cost $575 (includes purchase of 8 to 9 ft. tree, professional planting, one-year guarantee, and permanent tree marker with inscription if desired). Our thanks to our supporter who purchased the Red Bud.

Japanese Zelkova The Japanese Zelkova is a shade tree with an appealing vase-shaped form and a rounded crown. Its green leaves turn yellow, copper, orange or deep red to purplish-red in fall, putting on a showy display. Height at maturity: 50 to 80 ft. Cost $795 (includes purchase of 11 to 12 ft. tree, professional planting, one-year guarantee, and permanent tree marker with inscription if desired.) Our thanks to our supporter who purchased the Japanese Zelkova.

Thundercloud Plum The Thundercloud Plum adds a splash of beauty to the landscape with its beautiful pink and white blossoms in early spring and rich deep reddish-purple leaves in summer. Height: 25 to 30 ft. at maturity. Cost $575 (includes purchase of 8 to 9 ft. tree, professional planting, one-year guarantee, and permanent tree marker with inscription if desired.) Our thanks to our supporter who purchased the Thundercloud Plum.

Northern Catalpa The Northern Catalpa commands attention with its white, showy flowers, giant heart-shaped leaves, dangling bean-like seed pods and twisting trunk and branches. Height at maturity: 40 to 60 ft. Cost $795 (includes purchase of 11 to 12 ft. tree, professional planting, one-year guarantee, and permanent tree marker with inscription if desired.) Our thanks to our supporter who purchased the Northern Catalpa.

	Silver Linden The Silver Linden is a beautiful shade tree with smooth, light gray bark, fragrant clusters of yellow-white flowers and yellow autumn color. Its leaves are a deep, radiant green on top and silver beneath. In even the slightest breeze, the canopy appears to shimmer. Height at maturity:  50 to 70 ft. Cost $795 (includes purchase of 11 to 12 ft. tree, professional planting, one-year guarantee, and permanent tree marker with inscription if desired.) Our thanks to our supporter who purchased the Silver Linden.
	Kwanzan Cherry The Kwanzan Cherry is the showiest of all double-flowering cherry trees with its stunning pink blossoms and brilliant autumn colors that start out yellow and turn orange. Height: 30 ft. to 40 ft. at maturity. Cost $575 (includes purchase of 8 to 9 ft. tree, professional planting, one-year guarantee, and permanent tree marker with inscription if desired.) Our thanks to our supporter who purchased the Kwanzan Cherry.
	Katsura The Katsura tree makes an excellent specimen or shade tree with foliage offering an array of color throughout the year. In spring, heart-shaped leaves emerge reddish-purple, changing to blue-green as they mature. In autumn the color display changes again as leaves turn clear yellow or apricot color. Height at maturity: 40 to 60 ft. Cost $795 (includes purchase of 11 to 12 ft. tree, professional planting, one-year guarantee, and permanent tree marker with inscription if desired.) Our thanks to our supporter who purchased the Katsura.