Green Apple Day
"During the farm tour, Andrew, the project coordinator showed us how Earthworks farm operates, and gave us tips on how and what to grow in our own back yard using only a touch of creativity and recycled material. The experience definitely opened my eyes to a new way of healthy living."
-Thomas Gin
-Thomas Gin
"During the course of these hours, I had been able to come in contact with some amazing individuals. Sci-Arc and UCLA alumni who are now working within the school district, providing such services as the Green Apple day throughout their communities."
-Jourdan Elie
-Jourdan Elie
On Saturday, September 28, the second annual Green Apple Day of Service took place in thousands of communities around the world. Over 2,000 family friendly workshops were held thanks to the efforts of thousands of volunteers. Members from our USGBC student club attended two separate events, one in El Monte, and the other near downtown L.A.
At El Monte, there was a tour organized at Earthworks farm and fruit picking, and at Wilshire Crest Elementary school in L.A, there was a revitalization of a butterfly garden.
The Green Apple day event was a great opportunity for our club members to be a part of. Many great ideas were shared and valuable networking took place. It was important to see that the promotions of these green movements start within the community. By doing the little things, like a simple clean-up, community members are able to engage and connect at a more wholesome level, and for a greater purpose. We can and should definitely organize our own similar event in the near future.
At El Monte, there was a tour organized at Earthworks farm and fruit picking, and at Wilshire Crest Elementary school in L.A, there was a revitalization of a butterfly garden.
The Green Apple day event was a great opportunity for our club members to be a part of. Many great ideas were shared and valuable networking took place. It was important to see that the promotions of these green movements start within the community. By doing the little things, like a simple clean-up, community members are able to engage and connect at a more wholesome level, and for a greater purpose. We can and should definitely organize our own similar event in the near future.
By: E.G