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Conservation Project Planning

Conservation Project Planning. Carol Pilgrim Kathy Aardema-Zunk. Conservation …What Does It Mean?. conservation The act of preserving , guarding , or protecting ; the keeping (of a thing) in a safe or entire state; preservation .

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Conservation Project Planning

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  1. Conservation Project Planning Carol Pilgrim Kathy Aardema-Zunk

  2. Conservation …What Does It Mean? conservation The act of preserving, guarding, or protecting; the keeping (of a thing) in a safe or entire state; preservation. A wise use of natural resources. Source: Wiktionary.org How do you make conservation part of your unit program?

  3. WHY IS CONSERVATION A PART OFWOOD BADGELEADER TRAINING? Environmental Education Conservation

  4. THE IMPORTANCE OF CONSERVATION IN THE BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA The Scout Law The Outdoor Code 9th Point…. A Scout is Thrifty

  5. How to involve Scouts in conservation efforts?

  6. A Partnership is Needed! SCOUTING UNIT LAND MANAGEMENT AGENCY

  7. Types of Conservation Projects Habitat and Wildlife Trails and Campsites Monitoring Structures Educational Historical

  8. Conservation ProjectsHabitat and Wildlife WATERWAYS – Improve habitat, streams, and shorelines WATERWAYS – Stabilize threatened stream banks

  9. PLANTING – Re-vegetate damaged meadows and hillsides Conservation ProjectsHabitat and Wildlife PLANTING – Plant trees, shrubs, and grasses to control erosion or attract wildlife

  10. Conservation ProjectsHabitat and Wildlife URBAN ENVIRONMENT – Establish and care for urban green spaces and neighborhood parks URBAN ENVIRONMENT – Create environmental impact awareness of your urban storm water drainage systems. Distribute information on how to properly dispose of toxic waste

  11. Conservation ProjectsHabitat and Wildlife WILDLIFE – Habitat improvement with nest boxes, feeders, or restocking fish

  12. Conservation ProjectsTrails and Campsites • TRAILS – Maintain or create trails • CAMPSITES – Increase access. Remove unwanted sites

  13. Conservation ProjectsMonitoring • Rainfall and Water Quality Populations - Great Back-Yard Bird Count

  14. Conservation ProjectsStructures • Buildings, Bridges, Fences • Nature trail signs

  15. Conservation ProjectsEducational • Develop and maintain outdoor classroom sites • Teach skills and develop informational brochures

  16. Conservation ProjectsHistorical • Clean and repair statues, gravestones, and other historical site Assist archaeologists in protecting and studying archaeological sites

  17. WHAT MAKES A GOOD CONSERVATION PROJECT? Involve Scouts in All Aspects of a Project Make Projects Fun Choose Reasonable First Projects Consider Skill Levels Set Reasonable Goals Make A Difference Adopt-a-site

  18. HOW TO DO A CONSERVATION PROJECT 1. PROJECT OVERVIEW Plan & Evaluate – “Conservation Project Planning Checklist” (Wood Badge Handbook page 60) 2. ACTIVITY LIST Tools & Materials Transportation Communications Safety

  19. HOW TO DO A CONSERVATION PROJECT 3. ACTIVITY ASSIGNMENTS Document 4. PUTTING THE PLAN INTO ACTION As planned! As a Team! With feedback and support!

  20. HOW TO DO A CONSERVATION PROJECT 5. PROJECT CLOSEOUT Recognize World Conservation Award Webelos Activity Pins Journey to Excellence Boy Scout Merit Badges William T. Hornaday Award “Leave No Trace” Award

  21. S7-602-13-1 DAY 5 CONSERVATION PROJECT Handbook Resources: Conservation Project Planning Checklist What makes a good Conservation Project Sample Conservation Projects Day 5 Service Patrol – Antelopes Communicate plan to Patrol Leaders

  22. "The nation behaves well if it treats the natural resources as assets which it must turn over to the next generation increased, and not impaired, in value." -Theodore Roosevelt -

  23. S7-602-13 Conservation Project Overview John Hankins HOV Scout Reservation Superintendent

  24. S7-602-13Conservation Project Overview • Task – • Why – • How Many Wood Badge Participants Needed –Time Frame – • Items Needed: • Project Leadership – • Travel to Work Area – • Safety Factors –

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