Educational Eco Center & Retreat + Botanical Market: Sustainable living, homesteading & outdoor education on our private 10-acre ranch.
Immersive retreats + workshops to help you become stewards of the land. Before you buy the land come live the lesson We actively support animal rescue efforts! We gladly support our local businesses because we too are independently owned & operated!
11/01/2026
🌿 Sunday | A Day of Rest
Welcoming November, turning back our clocks, and remembering that Mother Nature has never needed one. 🍂
Our bodies weren’t meant for the constant demands of the social rat race, day after day. We are part of nature, not separate from it. Just like the land around us, we move through seasons of growth, abundance, change, and rest.
We aren’t escaping the modern world, nor do we need to. Modern conveniences and a life connected to nature can coexist beautifully.
It’s simply about being mindful enough to recognize when it’s time to slow down, recharge, and honor our own natural rhythms.
As we adjust our clocks and welcome a new season, remember that rest isn’t time wasted, and slowing down doesn’t mean falling behind.
Follow Mother Nature’s lead. Honor yourself through every season. 🍂🍁🍃
Wishing everyone a peaceful first Sunday of November!
🦁 Roaring Lion Ranch & Retreat
🌿 A getaway that gives back!
An Educational Eco Center in Chatham, IL
Happy Halloween! Stop by today and visit the Adult Candy Shop ;)
10/31/2026
👻🐾 BOO! Happy Halloween!🎃🐶
Our resident shop ghost, Tatum & skeleton, Coraline are wishing everyone a safe, spooky & fun-filled Halloween! 🧡🖤💚
From all of us at Roaring Lion Ranch & Retreat and C*D Botanicals of Springfield, enjoy the tricks, savor the treats, and watch out for things that go BARK in the night! 🐶
Stay safe, have fun, and Happy Howlloween! 🐾👻💀
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🌿 C*D Botanicals of Springfield
*DBotanicals
10/30/2026
🌿 From Our Farm to Your Skin — Naturally! 🐝💜
Simple ingredients. Thoughtfully sourced. Handcrafted in-house.
Our Head-2-Toe Tallow Balm brings together traditional skincare with the regenerative farming practices we believe in at Roaring Lion Ranch & Retreat.
🌿 Locally Sourced Grass-Fed Bovine Tallow – Naturally rich in fatty acids that help nourish and soften skin.
🐝 Our Own Beeswax – Harvested from our organically managed beehives, creating a natural protective barrier that helps seal in moisture.
🫒 Organic Olive Oil – A gentle, nourishing oil that helps condition and soften dry winter skin.
💜 Whole-Plant Lavender – Grown in our regenerative organic garden beds and slowly infused into organic olive oil to capture the botanical goodness of this fragrant herb.
Just four thoughtfully selected ingredients. No unnecessary fillers, artificial fragrances, or complicated formulas. Just simple, nourishing skincare inspired by nature.
🌱 Old-fashioned skincare, rooted in regenerative farming.
Come explore our collective of locally & organic handcrafted beauty and skincare products at our Botanical Market & Apothecary!
Millennial Mamas
Tripp & Timber Skin Co.
Wittys Honey
Mountain Rose Herbs
📍 Located inside C*D Botanicals of Springfield
🕙 Mon–Sat | 10 AM–6 PM
Book a Retreat at our Ranch this Fall! Season Ends 11/22/26
An Educational Eco Center in Chatham, IL.
Private Bookings • Approved registration required
🦁 Roaring Lion Ranch & Retreat
🌿 A getaway that gives back!
10/29/2026
🎣🍂 LET’S GET FISHING THIS FALL — FOR FREE!
All November long, we’re offering FREE Fishing Clinics sponsored by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources! 🐟
Never fished before? No problem! Whether you’re a beginner or just looking to get outdoors, we’re here to help you learn, laugh, and make memories on the water!
🎣 Youth Groups
🎣 Women’s Groups
🎣 Church Groups
🎣 Community Organizations & More!
🍁 Gather your group and let’s get fishing!
📩 Contact us directly to schedule your FREE November fishing clinic! Limited booking availability.
🦁 Roaring Lion Ranch & Retreat
🌿 A getaway that gives back!
We totally get it! 🤣🐔🐓
10/28/2026
🍯🔥 NEW! SWEET HEAT LAND & SEA FARMHOUSE BOIL BAGS! 🌽🦪
A little sweet. A little smoky. Just enough heat!
We’re bringing the best of land and sea together for a delicious fall farmhouse feast!
Our newest Sweet Heat Boil Bags combine premium sea scallops, savory andouille sausage, ranch-grown produce, and a touch of hot honey for a flavorful farmhouse dinner!
🍂 WHAT’S INSIDE YOUR BAG?
🌊 Premium Sea Scallops
🌭 Andouille Sausage
🌽 Ranch-Grown Produce: Sweet Corn, Butternut Squash & Fresh Garlic
🧈 10 oz Wisconsin Sweet Cream Butter
🌿 All-Purpose Seasoning
🧂 Smoked Hawaiian Sea Salt
🍯 Hot Honey
Everything you need to create a delicious farmhouse seafood boil at home! We’ve bundled the ingredients together, complete with easy-to-follow cooking instructions.
💰 $79 PER BAG | FEEDS 4!
🍁 LIMITED SUPPLY — NOW ACCEPTING SPECIAL ORDERS!
📣 FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED (FCFS)!
Available by special order & for in-store pickup only, while supplies last!
📩 Text us directly to order & reserve your boil bag! 217-828-0738
Come explore our Botanical Market & Apothecary located inside of C*D Botanicals of Springfield
Mon–Sat 10a–6p
Don’t forget to Book a Retreat at our Ranch! An Educational Eco Center in Chatham, IL.
Private Bookings • Approved registration required
🦁 Roaring Lion Ranch & Retreat
🌿 A getaway that gives back!
🌿 Mother Nature Doesn’t Follow a Calendar… And Neither Should Your Garden! 🍂
One of the most valuable lessons we’ve learned through regenerative gardening is that timelines should be used as guides, not goals.
Just because the calendar says it’s time to harvest, clear the beds, or put the garden to rest doesn’t mean Mother Nature agrees!
🌻 Are the bees still gathering nectar and pollen from flowering plants?
🌿 Are your plants still healthy, blooming, and producing?
☀️ Are temperatures still warm enough to encourage additional growth and harvests?
🐝 Is your garden still providing valuable food and habitat for pollinators and beneficial insects?
Then why rush the season?
At Roaring Lion Ranch & Retreat, our regenerative gardening practices are rooted in observing the land, understanding its natural rhythms, and caring for it accordingly.
We don’t believe in clearing a garden simply because a date on the calendar tells us to. Every additional bloom can support a pollinator, every healthy plant can contribute to the ecosystem, and every extra day of favorable weather is an opportunity for nature to continue doing what it does best.
Of course, there comes a time to harvest, prepare our beds, and allow the land to rest. But knowing when requires more than following a planting chart.
🌱 Read your plants. Observe your pollinators. Feel the soil. Watch the weather.
Gardening isn’t about forcing nature to meet our expectations. It’s about learning to work alongside her.
The goal isn’t to finish the season on time. It’s to make the most of the season Mother Nature gives us. 💚
🦁 Roaring Lion Ranch & Retreat
🌿 A getaway that gives back!
An Educational Eco Center in
Chatham, IL
Private experiences • Approved registration required
10/26/2026
🌿 BREATHE EASY THIS ALLERGY SEASON! 🍂
Fall brings cooler temperatures, changing leaves, and seasonal allergens! It’s a wonderful time to explore the traditional herbs that have been used for respiratory wellness for generations.
At our Botanical Market & Apothecary, we’re highlighting two herbal favorites that make a perfect seasonal pairing! 🌱
💧 LUNG CARE HERBAL TINCTURE
This botanical formula combines seven traditional herbs, each with its own history in herbal wellness!
🌿 Mullein Leaf – The star of our seasonal pairing! Traditionally valued for its soothing properties and long history of use in respiratory herbalism.
🌱 Elecampane Root – A warming herb historically used to support respiratory comfort.
🌿 Horehound – A bitter herb traditionally associated with respiratory and digestive wellness.
🌸 Marshmallow Root – Naturally rich in mucilage, traditionally used to soothe and moisten mucous membranes.
🌼 Pleurisy Root – A native North American botanical with a long history in traditional respiratory herbalism.
🫚 Ginger Root – A warming botanical used for centuries in traditional wellness practices.
🌱 Licorice Root – Traditionally valued for its soothing qualities and ability to complement herbal blends.
🍵 AND HERE’S WHERE MULLEIN COMES IN AGAIN!
Did you know that mullein is already one of the herbs in our Lung Care tincture?
It’s ALSO available as an organic loose-leaf herb at our Creation Station!
Mullein has been used in traditional herbalism for centuries. Its soft, fuzzy leaves make a mild, earthy herbal tea that’s especially comforting when enjoyed warm.
Whether you prefer the convenience of a tincture or the relaxing ritual of brewing your own tea, mullein offers two wonderful ways to explore this time-honored botanical.
🌿 CREATE YOUR OWN HERBAL TEA BLEND!
Mix and match your favorite organic and Fair Trade loose-leaf herbs at our Creation Station!
🍵 5 Greedy Tablespoons for $10!
Pair your favorite herbal tea blend with our Lung Care tincture and discover how traditional herbalism can become part of your seasonal wellness routine.
Because sometimes the simplest wellness routines begin with a little knowledge, a few good herbs, and a warm cup of tea. 💚
📍 Available at Roaring Lion Ranch’s Botanical Market & Apothecary
Located inside of C*D Botanicals of Springfield
🕒 Mon–Sat 10am–6pm | Sun Closed
🦁 Roaring Lion Ranch & Retreat
✨ A getaway that gives back!
10/25/2026
🍂 Sunday at the Ranch — No Agenda Necessary!
Some days we have a list a mile long. Other days, we look at that list and decide it can wait until Monday. 😉
Fall is a season of transition here at the Ranch. We’re still gathering the last of our harvests, preparing our garden beds for winter, tending to our animals, and making plans for the colder months ahead. There’s always something that needs our attention, but not everything needs to be accomplished today.
Life on a ranch is never really still, but that doesn’t mean we have to be busy every waking moment.
Today, we’re simply enjoying the little things like finding a moment of peace in nature’s simple beauty… that make this lifestyle worth living. No projects to finish. No deadlines to chase. Just another beautiful Sunday on the land we’re grateful to care for.
The chores will always be there. The moments won’t. ❤️
Happy Sunday, everyone!
🦁 Roaring Lion Ranch & Retreat
🌿 A getaway that gives back!
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