• Recycle unused soap products with Clean the World, a non- profit organization that saves the lives of children by bringing these items to impoverished countries around the world.
• Purchase local food and products. • Educate the staff and guests on reducing environmental impact.
• Money from bottle returns is donated to local charities and staff wellness benefits.
• Gardens and grounds are 100% oganic. • All herbs and edible flowers grown are used in the resorts’ food and beverage outlets. • Chefs work with Tibbetts Farm in Lyman, ME to compost organic kitchen waste.
Since implementing the Clean the World program in March of 2012, their housekeeping department has collected over 400 pounds of soap, which means that over two thousand bars of soap will be distributed to children and families in need worldwide. That’s quite an accomplishment. But they don’t stop there! They’ve also collected 140 pounds of bottled amenities, and combined have diverted over 300 pounds of soap and bottled amenities from hitting local landfills.
By far the most fascinating and exciting endeavor that The Nonantum Resort has launched is their Green Room Project. Picture this…you’re an 8th grade student interested in art and design and your art class is given the opportunity to design a real hotel room in your local town! Can you imagine the delight and excitement you would feel? Well, that’s what happened seven years ago when General Manager Tina Hewett-Gordon’s daughter approached her about ideas for an art class project. Coincidently, the resort was initiating a room by room remodeling and the owners agreed to work with the class to create their first “Green Room” design. The students are given a $5,000 budget with the direction to
use as many local products and environmentally friendly tech- niques as possible, which teaches them the skill of compromise and working on a budget. Students form committees to choose lighting, bedding, furniture, wall art and accessories. They research color palettes, eco-designs, prices, artwork and feasibil- ity of designs. There are even field trips to Ikea and Pottery Barn where professional decorators meet with the students and dis- cuss making their dream rooms a reality. In addition, Apple has partnered with the program and podcasts are created that educate teens about activities in the area. A year-long plan, students finish the project with a great understanding about the hotel industry, room design, what it means to be environmentally friendly, and how challenging it can be for a resort to comply with all of the criteria. Kennebunkport is a place where everyone greets you with a smile. Be sure to make it a place you’ll visit soon. Locals and visitors alike enjoy chowder contests, musical acts, sidewalk art shows and plenty of activities throughout the year. You can enjoy all of this during your wonderful, relaxing stay at The Nonantum Resort.
The Nonantum Resort, 95 Ocean Avenue, Kennebunkport, Maine, 04046. Rooms $99-$449,
www.nonantumresort.com (888) 205- 1555.
www.EssentialLivingMaine.com
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