Blog & Stories
Insights, updates, and stories from the Sustainability in Prisons Project—highlighting conservation programs, education, research, and community impact.
SPP Lecture Series Update
SPP Lecture Series Update by Graduate Research Associate Brittany Gallagher, Education & Evaluations Coordinator The SPP Science and Sustainability Lecture Series has been up and running at Stafford Creek Corrections…
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SPP Oregon Spotted Frog Program Transitions
SPP Oregon Spotted Frog Program Transitions By SPP Project Manager Kelli Bush The SPP Oregon spotted frog program at Cedar Creek Corrections Center (CCCC) has recently undergone a few changes.…
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Celebrating a Successful Inaugural Season for the Butterfly Program at Mission Creek
Celebrating a Successful Inaugural Season for the Butterfly Program at Mission Creek by Graduate Research Associate Dennis Aubrey The Sustainability in Prisons Project’s newest program, the rearing of Taylor’s checkerspot…
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Workshops address needs to help advance SPP goals
Workshops address needs to help advance SPP goals By Julie Vanneste, Sustainability Coordinator, Washington State Department of Corrections (DOC) For two days last week Department of Corrections staff, consultants, representatives…
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SPP Plant Profile: Blanketflower (Gaillardia aristata)
SPP Plant Profile: Blanketflower (Gaillardia aristata) Asteraceae Family Basic Information Blanketflower is a tap-rooted perennial, with large showy yellow and reddish-brown flowers. Leaves are alternate, 3-6 inches long with coarsely…
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SPP Plant Profile: Philadelphia or Common fleabane (Erigeron philadelphicus)
SPP Plant Profile: Philadelphia or Common fleabane (Erigeron philadelphicus) By Graduate Research Associate Evan Hayduk Last week, SPP and CNLM staff, along with volunteers from the community, sowed more than…
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