Brian's project connected families from Compton’s equestrian communities to the forest. Brian and Bob Dollins, an experienced Eaton Canyon Docent, led participants on a walk at Eaton Canyon Falls Trail. For the Leadership Academy Capstone Project, Brian partnered with the organization Connecting Compton in order to expose their community to Los Angeles’ local forest. Connecting … Continue reading Cohort 20 Leadership Academy Project: Within Sight, Kept in Mind
Cohort 20 Leadership Academy Project: Micro-Regeneration: Opportunities in the Built Environment
Monica’s project focused on micro forests and encouraged gardeners of all levels to increase the percentage of endemic plants in their ongoing and future projects. Monica and two guides participating in Theodore Payne's California Native Plant Landscape Certification program led a walk around Eaton Canyon. In July 2023 Monica led her Leadership Academy capstone project … Continue reading Cohort 20 Leadership Academy Project: Micro-Regeneration: Opportunities in the Built Environment
Reflecting on 2023
As we prepare for a well-deserved holiday break, we took some time to reflect on an eventful 2023. While we never lose sight of our mission and goals, collecting data and hearing from staff and community members about our programs always reminds us of our impact. We recently celebrated the 9th anniversary of the San … Continue reading Reflecting on 2023
Cohort 20 Leadership Academy Project: Vamos Camping!
Ruth's project focused on teaching youth how to plan a camping trip. For the Leadership Academy Capstone Project, Ruth offered camping workshops to youth and took some of the participants on a camping trip. This project aimed to reconnect underrepresented and overworked families to nature by helping them learn how to navigate camping and feel … Continue reading Cohort 20 Leadership Academy Project: Vamos Camping!
Cohort 20 Leadership Academy Project: West San Gabriel River BIPOC Nature Stroll and Craft
Sharnell's project focused on creating connections between BIPOC folks and public green spaces. For the Leadership Academy capstone project, Sharnell created a two part project in order to connect BIPOC folks from Long Beach/Lakewood to the West San Gabriel River trail. The goal of the project was to create greater knowledge and understanding of access … Continue reading Cohort 20 Leadership Academy Project: West San Gabriel River BIPOC Nature Stroll and Craft