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NWP Global Registry of Apprentice Ecologists - Nicolet Forest, Wabeno, Wisconsin, USA

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Nicolet Forest, Wabeno, Wisconsin, USA
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Jasonp



Registered: September 2016
Posts: 1
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When I was younger, service and community was not a big part of my life. Growing up the the East side of Bay Area, in California, the towns were large, but the distance between neighbors were larger. I took it upon myself to fix, and since I was 16 I have been volunteering. From the local elementary school, to food drives, to the local government, I always put forth my best for communities. This is why I chose to travel the US providing community service. From delivering water to the residents of Flint, Michigan, to boarding up homes in Youngstown, Ohio, I have dedicated the last year of my life to trval and help. In Wabeno WIsconsin, I helped to create a boardwalk through the Nicolet National Forest that would provide residents an opportunity to experience the wildlife, and to learn about their local environment. We build a boardwalk for 6 weeks, and create over a half of mile in total. This boardwalk is elevated off the the ground, and travels along the Oconto River. I think this is a very important area to maintain, due to the location and the influx of natural resources, such as the river and the forest. The work that we did in Wabeno, Wisconsin helped to complete one of the goals of the town, which is to help revitalize the community by working on and creating attractions and beautiful spots in Wabeno to attract tourists. Although it is not finished, our work helped to create something the town can be proud of, and visitors can enjoy. The town also gained improved access to their national resources, such as the Oconto River, and upgraded and better looking park facilities. Along with an improved park system, the town will also gain the ability to learn about wildlife, as the boardwalk will serve as an opportunity to teach groups of people about the surrounding wildlife. This project has taught me how much my work matters. Most of my service has been in larger towns, so seeing such a small town come together and be so involved in the service has taught me that I can make a difference. I will continue my service, and build on what I have learned from this project.
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Hours Volunteered: 2548.75
Volunteers: 8
Authors Age & Age Range of Volunteers: 21 & 18 to 23
Area Restored for Native Wildlife (hectares): 1
Trash Removed/Recycled from Environment (kg): 2500
Native Trees Planted: 6
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