the problem:
This project will be a series of events, but I don't really know when it will take effect. To explain, it needs a background story. So basically I moved into Oshkosh, WI about 8 years ago. Sheldon Nature Center has always been a great destination for the family, and it's also a very nice shortcut to Oakwood Elementary School, rather than taking Omro Road. Anyway, it's really flourished over the years; more and more plants and animals are finding refuge in Sheldon. There is a trail that winds all over the area, and a bridge to watch the pond. It's so peaceful, and I've learned so much about nature from this neighborhood treasure.
However, there is trouble in these woods now. Invasive species have taken control over the whole Nature Area, suffocating and spreading throughout. These plants are destroying animal's homes and killing all of the other plants. The woods are covered in these plants... and it isn't as beautiful as it used to be. So I, Alan Schuelke, am asking you all to help me get rid of these invasive species for once and for all and keep Sheldon Nature Area a great place forever! People can learn SO much from the environment... and this is a great opportunity to make that happen!
The Sheldon Nature Center Invasive Species Removal (sweat equity) Project will ensure and sustain native plant and animal life in the Sheldon Nature Center. Volunteer activity will increase presence of "sentinals" in the nature center and reduce opportunities for vandalism. Educating our community and encouraging appropriate eradication of invasive species will make our neighborhood and planet a better place to live.
History of the Sheldon Nature Center can be found at http://www.eecharterschool.com/user/History%20of%20Sheldon%20Nature12.doc.
vital stats:
people impacted:
20
people involved:
0
why it's important:
The Sheldon Nature Center Invasive Species Removal (sweat equity) Project will ensure and sustain native plant and animal life in the Sheldon Nature Center. Volunteer activity will increase presence of "sentinals" in the nature center and reduce opportunities for vandalism. Educating our community and encouraging appropriate eradication of invasive species will make our neighborhood and planet a better place to live.
the plan of action:
We will facilitate, organize, educate, and motivate a community of volunteers to identify and eradicate invasive species in Sheldon Nature Center, on Omro Road in Oshkosh, WI. http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=27749156514&ref=nf
1. Contact Friends, Neighbors, Government Officials, Educators, and Business Leaders in the Town of Algoma and the City of Oshkosh to tell them about our project.
2. Receive official go-ahead from town board parks committee after presentation and proposal given by Alan Schuelke, age 17, at town board meeting July 30, 2008.
3. Recruit and Rally volunteers, schedule meetings to educate volunteers about envasive species, provide invasive species identification handbook/guides, provide instructions and tools for removing and appropriate disposal of invasive species, coordinate donations of money and refreshments for volunteer efforts and activities. Maybe we can get a sponsor to provide Tshirts to volunteers. http://ipaw.org/
4. Create and oversee schedule of events and activities for Sheldon Nature Center Invasive Species Removal (sweat equity) Project.
The Sheldon Nature Center Invasive Species Removal (sweat equity) Project will ensure and sustain native plant and animal life in the Sheldon Nature Center. Volunteer activity will increase presence of "sentinals" in the nature center and reduce opportunities for vandalism. Educating our community and encouraging appropriate eradication of invasive species will make our neighborhood and planet a better place to live.
how you can get involved:
Volunteer to remove invasive species.
Donate tools for removing invasive species.
Donate Tshirts for volunteers.
Let others know about the The Sheldon Nature Center Invasive Species Removal (sweat equity) Project.
Donate money to help provide tools and materials for education and removal of invasive species.
Remove invasive species from your own yard and neighborhood.
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