During AmeriCorps week I’d like to extend my appreciation to the AmeriCorps participants who are serving with the Montana Conservation Corps. These young adults have committed 10 months to become engaged citizens focused on improving our communities and environment.
MCC’s members spend their term responding to community needs, yet so many of their accomplishments go unheralded. MCC annually partners with the Lewis and Clark Water Quality Protection District planting trees along Tenmile Creek, which is a source for Helena’s drinking water supply. Protecting from erosion, and stabilizing riparian habitat along the stream corridor, is needed to keep this water clean for your tap. MCC leaders also connect with local youth: inviting students to plant trees while partnered with the DEQ to reclaim the old smelter site in Toston; cleanup at Spring Meadow Lake State Park on Earth Day; joining other AmeriCorps members at Trash for Trees and Memorial Park on Global Youth Service Day; and helping to lead a hike with the HHS Green Group, where the group donated funds to Prickly Pear Land Trust.
The common thread running throughout all these efforts to improve our community and environment are AmeriCorps members — thanks for your time and commitment.
Greg Ross
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