News from the EarthWays Center

The responsibility of coordinating and leading four cohorts of the Outdoor Youth Corps (OYC) and two cohorts of the Outdoor Leadership Corps (OLC) was confidently embraced by Fletcher, the Community Programs Supervisor, and myself, the Conservation Education Instructor. It is important to us that each participant has the best possible experience.

The Sustainability team is excited to announce that Missouri Botanical Garden has been selected to be part of the Plants and Climate Change Education (PLACCE) cohort, an initiative of the United States Botanic Garden and the American Public Gardens Association.

We could all use some education on how to help the planet, and whether you're an educator or know an educator, we're here to help!

Remember our summer 2024 interns? We sure miss them already! Learn about their impact with our Sustainability division.

The Outdoor Leadership Corps (OLC) program is a paid green education and workforce development initiative in partnership with Great Rivers Greenway (GRG). The crew includes four Restoration Assistants and one Assistant Crew Leader. Under the guidance of the Conservation Education Instructor, this crew works to maintain, restore, and beautify the landscapes along greenways throughout the greater St. Louis area. We have a great crew this season and wanted to share more about them with all of you!

We are so incredibly thankful for the talented interns that we cross paths with! Take a moment to read more about our Outdoor Youth Corps intern, Nora Jennings and our Sustainability Education intern, Joseph Caya!

Spring break usually brings thoughts of relaxation, sleeping in, and spending the break doing everything or absolutely nothing at all. However, 10 youth and young adults dedicated their spring break to make an environmental impact!