Blog & Stories
Insights, updates, and stories from the Sustainability in Prisons Project—highlighting Ecological Conservation programs, education, research, and community impact.
Letter from a graduate: Centralia College Horticulture Program at Cedar Creek Corrections Center
Letter by a Horticulture Program graduate, courtesy of Scott Knapp, Horticulture Instructor The Centralia College Horticulture Program at the Cedar Creek Correction Center (CCCC) is a valuable asset to our…
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Turtles Arrive at Cedar Creek
Text and photos by Marisa Pushee, Ecological Conservation Coordinator. Ten western pond turtles have arrived at Cedar Creek Corrections Center (CCCC). Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) Biologist, Emily…
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First Graduates in 4 Years!
By Bethany Shepler, SPP Green Track Program Coordinator We’re so excited to announce that Mission Creek Corrections Center for Women (MCCCW) just graduated their first Roots of Success (Roots) course…
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Resourceful Art
Text and photos by Bethany Shepler, SPP Green Track Program Coordinator Creating fine art is rarely described as an easy activity—inspiration and skills have to be cultivated. Creating art in…
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Welcoming New Roots of Success Instructors
Text and Photos by Bethany Shepler, Green Track Program Coordinator During my time coordinating Roots of Success (Roots) we struggled to complete new instructor trainings, but in August that all changed. Washington Corrections…
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The Value of Education
Written by Alexandra James, Ecological Conservation Nursery Program Coordinator, and Bethany Shepler, Green Track Program Coordinator; Photos by Alexandra James Education is a core component of our mission. Our aim…
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Once a year, SPP reports on all things sustainable happening in Washington State Prisons.