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This past weekend I participated in my second session of community service for Earth Lodge this semester.  While it was nice to help out at the William Byrd Community House and I felt that my work was truly appreciated, I … Continue reading →

I have to say, when I arrived at the William Byrd Community House on Saturday, I was very surprised. I thought that we would be working on a much more farm-centric facility, instead it was much more focused on feeding … Continue reading →

You must love nature before you want to protect it. You must be connected to an area before you’re willing to save it. Small groups and passionate individuals are the ones that make the most impactful, lasting change. These are … Continue reading →

Last Thursday I headed down to Pony Pasture in hopes of finding trash. After parking, I opened my door and before I stepped out of the car I spotted a few napkins and a water bottle. My first thought was, “well … Continue reading →

I did my service this past week, at the William Byrd Community House. Unfortunately, I doubt I will be able to say that much about it. Mostly because all we did was rake leaves. And sweep leaves. And bag piles … Continue reading →

Ralph White told our class that the James River parks system is made possible by volunteers. After my experience with the William Byrd Community House I feel confident that staying active by volunteering helps raise awareness and connectivity. After arriving … Continue reading →

My aching back, neck, arms, and quads are evidence to the above statement originally made by Ralph White, former director of the James River Park System. The Earth Lodge and Intro GIS classes met this environmental leader earlier today in … Continue reading →

This week was the second time I was able to do community service that involved the James River. It was a self directed clean up that took me and one of me fellow Earth Lodgers down to pony pasture to … Continue reading →