KANSAS
Well, let me just begin with something Ive learned, Kansas is a fabulous state. Really! From May 7th to June 14th I lived in Junction City, Kansas, on the banks of Milford Lake. Our project sponsor was the town of Junction City who asked us to help them build a brand new city park. Longtime residents of Junction City, the Hellands, donated 54 acres of their land to the the city so the city chose to build a new park to be known as Helland Park. It was up to us, AmeriCorps Team Sun 5, to build all the trails in the park, as well as clear and 'beautify' the land for use. While working in the city, the local Milford Lake State Park allowed us to use one of their campsites to live. Our campsite was beautifully perched lakeside with modern day amenities in short driving distance; a perfect place to disconnect from society and immerse oneself in the landscape. I'll let my photographs tell the rest of the story:
Our lakeside campsite; also known as home |
Erica Smith helps clear brush for a new trail |
Carissa Hanson chainsaws as the morning sun peers through the trees |
The team stands proud as a new trail is named after them! |
a completed section of trail that winds along rivers edge |
The city thanks us with a great party and free steak dinner! |
25 Days! Thats it? Wow! Although we've missed you, the time has gone by SO fast! I LOVE that pic of Carissa chainsawing in the morning light!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations (EARLY) to you for making it to almost the finish line! You have grown so much! What an adventure of a lifetime!
ReplyDeleteI agree with Pia, that photo of the chainsaw is amazing, but then I am not ever surprised by the talented photographer that you are.