The Clearing

The Clearing is a meditative retreat center less than an hour's drive west of Richmond in Amelia County, in a natural forest setting with facilities for individuals and groups. It is under the care of Richmond Friends Meeting and has its own website. The Clearing offers spiritual retreat in a secluded forest setting, away from the sounds and bustle of the city. The Chrysalis Group is fortunate to be able to use The Clearing for Ember Days and other events.

The Clearing's 75 acres are mostly wooded except for the spacious grassy clearing from which the site takes its name. The site is not intensely used, so firewood is easily available. A small creek meanders through the woods. The gravel road and loop trail through the woods can accommodate bicycles. Adjacent to the Amelia Wildlife Management Area and close to Bicycle Route 1 and the Appomattox River, The Clearing has nature at its heart.

Since 1983, scores of Quaker and like-minded groups from throughout Virginia and the mid-Atlantic have benefited from this unique spiritual resource. Since 1991, many also have taken advantage of the simple conveniences provided by the new Clearing Lodge. Contributions for its construction were received from many Meetings and individuals. Quakers or like-minded groups interested in using The Clearing for retreats, meetings, workshops, or other special programs are invited to contact Janice Godshall.

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How to get to The Clearing

Driving directions to The Clearing may be downloaded here.

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