New Projects and Publications

 Partner with Collaborative for High Performance Schools – national nonprofit working to improve  environmental sustainability of schools from K-12.

Seek grant funding to design and/or retrofit schools to become more productive learning environments for teachers and students. Develop program fact sheets, letters of inquiry and proposal for energy assessments and “Green Bond” investments.

Mornings on Fair Oaks Bridge; Watching Wildlife at the Lower American River

Visit Facebook page for dates of readings and other activities

North Country National Scenic Trail: From East to West, the Peoples and the Stories.  

Narrative text for primary website ~ Write nine brief narratives to describe each region. The trail crosses seven states and 4,600 miles. Summarize history of diverse population settlements, birth and development of major industries, recreation opportunities, and key individuals who made significant contributions to the region.  Collaboration with prime contractor who developed the Interpretive Master Plan for National Park Service.

Inside Sacramento Neighbor Profile

Neighbor profile published in Inside Sacramento. Highlights Janice’s launch of Nature Detectives outdoor exploration program in schools and neighborhoods.

Mornings on Fair Oaks Bridge – Book, postcards, podcasts and photographs

Assemble first person narratives with photos from Mornings on Fair Oaks Bridge blog into a full color, illustrated book. Book also features brief history of Fair Oaks Village, Fair Oaks Bluffs, Fair Oaks Bridge and American River Parkway as background for this iconic crossing of the American River. Spoken word podcasts of selected blogs and photographs available for sale to come.