http://www.cottonwoodinstitute.org/blogs/cottonwood-institute Engaging Environmental Education and Project-Based Courses For Schools and Community Organizations - Based in Denver, CO Mon, 01 Mar 2010 13:53:19 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Amidst the bustling halls of Lakewood High School, 10 brave students stood outside waiting for a school bus dressed in their winter best: winter hats, coats, and snow pants. Their indoor classroom was a thing of the past as they headed out with the Cottonwood Institute for a day trip ... http://www.cottonwoodinstitute.org/blogs/cottonwood-institute/lakewood-high-school-students-pass-the-snow-test/ Set your GPS coordinates, orient your map, and save the date for the 5th Annual Base Camp Bash fundraising event and silent auction to benefit the Cottonwood Institute. Come enjoy a glass of wine and delicious appetizers.  Bid on fabulous trips, mountain getaways, outdoor gear, concert and event ... http://www.cottonwoodinstitute.org/blogs/cottonwood-institute/5th-annual-base-camp-bash-leading-the-way/ Several weeks have passed since we completed our annual Winter Staff Training for Cottonwood Institute instructors, but now it's time to reflect on what we learned during that action-packed day. We covered a variety of skills, including: winter safety and risk management concerns, winter survival priorities, quinzhee snow ... http://www.cottonwoodinstitute.org/blogs/cottonwood-institute/winter-staff-training-2010/ The days were shorter and the nights were cooler, but New Vista High School’s 2nd quarter Community Adventure Program class was on fire as they prepared for their two overnight camping trips. While the first trip gave them beautiful fall days, the other made them endure freezing temperatures. However, both trips ... http://www.cottonwoodinstitute.org/blogs/cottonwood-institute/2nd-quarter-cap-students-tackle-water-and-snow/ After completing the Community Adventure Program, the Cottonwood Institute's core program, six extraordinary New Vista High School students realized that they wanted to continue making a difference in the world even though their class had ended. With their enthusiasm and persistence to change the world, they went above and beyond the ... http://www.cottonwoodinstitute.org/blogs/cottonwood-institute/students-take-the-lead-to-reduce-schools-environmental-footprint/ "When you drink the water, remember the spring" ~Chinese Proverb How much water do you use everyday? Where does your water come from? How long could you survive without water? The second quarter CAP class chose "water" as their environmental issue. Students got excited about this issue after reading the New York Time article ... http://www.cottonwoodinstitute.org/blogs/cottonwood-institute/conserving-water-creatively/ With only 2 days left in 2009, I want to encourage you to make a tax-deductible donation to the Cottonwood Institute by Thursday, December 31, 2009 because your donations will help us continue to make experiences like this possible: Our students created amazing projects that benefited their schools, their community, and ... http://www.cottonwoodinstitute.org/blogs/cottonwood-institute/inspiring-reasons-to-support-the-cottonwood-institute-by-december-31st-2009/ As we wrap up 2009, we are in high gear to hit the ground running in 2010 by kicking off a brand new course called the Organic Gardening Project. During this project, we will camp out under the stars for 2 nights and 3 days at a local organic farm near ... http://www.cottonwoodinstitute.org/blogs/cottonwood-institute/organic-gardening-project-inspires-new-partnerships-for-2010/ We are teaming up with our friends at Fluid Coffee Bar for our Third Annual Holiday Cheer Party on Thursday, December 17 from 7pm - 9 pm. Join us for warm beverages, holiday treats, and live music! Spread the good word and bring your friends.  This event is free and ... http://www.cottonwoodinstitute.org/blogs/cottonwood-institute/holiday-cheer-party-help-save-40000-disposable-cups/ Not sure what to get the person in your life that has everything this holiday season? Consider the following ideas that support the planet and help the Cottonwood Institute thrive: Give The Gift Of The Outdoors! Consider making a donation to the Cottonwood Institute and help increase the accessibility of the ... http://www.cottonwoodinstitute.org/blogs/cottonwood-institute/green-giving-guide/