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DAY 3 Conservation Project Planning

DAY 3 Conservation Project Planning. Sr917. HOW DO YOU MAKE CONSERVATION A REGULAR PART OF YOUR UNIT PROGRAM?. WHY IS CONSERVATION A PART OF WOOD BADGE LEADER TRAINING?.

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DAY 3 Conservation Project Planning

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  1. DAY 3 Conservation Project Planning Sr917

  2. HOW DO YOU MAKE CONSERVATION AREGULAR PART OFYOUR UNIT PROGRAM?

  3. WHY IS CONSERVATION A PART OFWOOD BADGELEADER TRAINING?

  4. Conservation and environmental education have always been deeply woven into the philosophy and programs of the Boy Scouts of America

  5. EXAMPLES INSCOUT LITERATUREOF THE IMPORTANCEOF CONSERVATION • A Scout is Thrifty (9th point Scout Law) • Do a Good Turn Daily (Scout Slogan) • Outdoor Code • Leave No Trace Principles

  6. EXAMPLES INSCOUT LITERATUREOF THE IMPORTANCEOF CONSERVATION Scout Law: A Scout is Thrifty: “A Scout works to pay his way and to help others. He saves for the future. He protects and conserves natural resources. He carefully uses time and property.”

  7. EXAMPLES INSCOUT LITERATUREOF THE IMPORTANCEOF CONSERVATION Scout Slogan: • Do a Good Turn Daily • Can apply to good deeds done for the sake of the environment

  8. EXAMPLES INSCOUT LITERATUREOF THE IMPORTANCEOF CONSERVATION Outdoor Code: As an American, I will do my best to: • Be clean in my outdoor manners • Be careful with fire • Be considerate in the outdoors, and • Be conservation-minded

  9. EXAMPLES IN SCOUT LITERATUREOF THE IMPORTANCE OF CONSERVATION Leave No Trace Principles Principles of stewardship promoted in every outdoor activity: • Plan ahead and prepare • Camp and travel on durable surfaces • Pack it in; Pack it out • Leave what you find • Minimize campfire use • Respect wildlife • Respect others

  10. How to involve Scouts in conservation efforts? Scouts at all levels are usually: • Eager to help care for the environment • Want to be involved in projects that benefit air, land and water • Enthusiastic about doing their part to care for natural resources.

  11. How to involve Scouts in conservation efforts? Land management agencies: • Encourage Scouts to take active roles in caring for forests, parks, waterways, and other public areas • Involve scouts in conservation work • Inspire scouts to become lifelong stewards of the land

  12. Rewards of a PartnershipBetween an Agencyand Scout Unit • Scouts become active caretakers of natural resources, not just hikers and campers using the land. • Agency personnel share their knowledge and skills with the Scouts. • Agency can be a source of conservation adventures, education, and service to the environment.

  13. Habitat & Wildlife Projects Waterways – Improve Habitat, Shorelines

  14. Habitat & Wildlife Projects Waterways – Stabilize Stream Banks

  15. Habitat Improvement & Wildlife Planting – Erosion Control

  16. Habitat Improvement & Wildlife Planting – Provide Food, Shelter, Shade

  17. Habitat Improvement & Wildlife Urban Projects – Parks, Greenbelts

  18. Habitat Improvement & Wildlife Urban Projects – Storm Water Management

  19. Habitat Improvement & Wildlife Urban Projects – Toxic Waste Disposal

  20. Habitat Improvement & Wildlife Wildlife - Nest Boxes, Feeders, Restocking Fish

  21. Trails and Campsites Increase Access, Remove Unwanted Sites

  22. Trails and Campsites Maintain or Create Trails

  23. Monitoring Projects Rainfall, Water Quality

  24. Monitoring Projects Populations - Great Back-Yard Bird Count

  25. Structures Buildings, Bridges, Fences

  26. Structures Nature Trail Signs

  27. Educational Projects Outdoor Classrooms

  28. Educational Projects Teach Skills, Create Brochures

  29. Historical Projects Monuments, Heritage, Archaeology

  30. PLANNING ACONSERVATION PROJECT Thorough planning is needed to shape projects that are satisfying to the Scouts and of value to the environment, matched to the skill levels of all involved.

  31. PLANNING ACONSERVATION PROJECT Visit the site before Scouts arrive EVALUATE: • Tools needed • Materials • Transportation • Clothing • Emergency information • Safety

  32. PLANNING ACONSERVATION PROJECT DOCUMENTATION • Record hours worked, what was done • Take photos • Valuable record of Scouting’s environmental activities RECOGNITION • Patches, awards, merit badge requirements, rank advancement • Agency Personnel potential awards

  33. What Makes a GoodConservation 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

  34. SR 917 DAY 5 CONSERVATION PROJECT Handbook Resources: • Conservation Project Planning Checklist • What makes a good Conservation Project • Sample Conservation Projects Day 5 Service Patrol • Communicate plan to Patrol Leaders

  35. Conservation ProjectPlanning Checklist • What is the task to be done? • Why is it important? • How many Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, Varsity Scouts, or Venturers can take part in the work? • What is the time frame for Completing the project?

  36. Conservation ProjectPlanning Checklist • What tools and materials will be needed, if any, and who will provide them? What leadership skills are required to oversee the work? • Who will provide project leadership? • How will you reach the work area? • What safety factors are involved and how will they be addressed?

  37. Project overview Heart of Virginia Scout Reservation Superintendent John Hankins

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