Waldorf to Bring Skills in Experiential, Place-Based Learning to School’s Adirondack Campus North Country School—a junior boarding and day school for students in grades 4-9—is thrilled to announce Ashley Waldorf as its new Director of School. Waldorf will officially begin her … [Read more...] about North Country School to Welcome Ashley Waldorf as New Director of School
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NFCT Expands Stewardship Staff, Offers New Volunteer Opportunities
The Northern Forest Canoe Trail (NFCT) has announced its stewardship programming for the 2024 season, which will be supported by a growing professional staff and provide opportunities for as many as 50 volunteers to help steward the waterways along the trail. The NFCT is a … [Read more...] about NFCT Expands Stewardship Staff, Offers New Volunteer Opportunities
Five North Country GEAR UP Schools Earn CFES ‘School of Distinction’ Honors
For their work in preparing students for post-secondary education, five North Country GEAR UP schools have been recognized as Schools of Distinction by CFES Brilliant Pathways, a nonprofit that helps underserved young people realize college and career opportunities. “This is a … [Read more...] about Five North Country GEAR UP Schools Earn CFES ‘School of Distinction’ Honors
Compost for Good is Reimaging Waste with North Country Towns and Businesses
Each year, Americans discard 120 billion pounds of food scraps. That’s 325 pounds per person, or about 40% of the total waste stream. Packed into landfills, these food scraps generate greenhouse gasses as they slowly decompose. The same food scraps, when processed through a … [Read more...] about Compost for Good is Reimaging Waste with North Country Towns and Businesses
Regional Food Justice Summit Seeks to Give Everyone a Seat at the Table
The 6th annual Food Justice Summit for the Adirondacks will take place on Thursday February 29th at the Wild Center in Tupper Lake, NY. Individuals from all twelve counties of the Adirondack Park will gather at this event to discuss pressing topics related to equitable food … [Read more...] about Regional Food Justice Summit Seeks to Give Everyone a Seat at the Table