Paul and Janette Ferrise, proprietors of Atchingtan, have spent their lives in pursuit of all things that benefit people and life. Spending most of their recent careers in Corporate America, both Paul and Janette have learned that the poison of that environment is not only damaging to the soul, but also its politics contribute to far too much damage to our earth. Both having a passion for nature, they decided many years ago that the time has come to do something to benefit Mother Earth as well as the community. In 2013, Paul and Janette decided to purchase land to begin their vision. In June of 2013, the purchase was completed and Atchingtan was born. Now working with permaculture specialists, they are in the process of delivering that vision. In the next few years, many phases of the Atchingtan project will be implemented with a view to have a fully self sustaining retreat. Where we are: Finlayson, Minnesota 55735 – Surrounded by its own woodland, and situated on a very private 40-acre site in Northern Minnesota, it is about 90 minutes north from the Twin Cities, and 90 minutes south of Duluth. Atchingtan is very easy to get to using Interstate and County roads.