Grove emphasized the importance of experiential learning for students, noting that understanding how events occur is vital for their growth. Jones observed that students became more engaged when participating in hands-on activities outside the classroom, such as planting native plants to improve local water quality. The Washington Association of Soil and Water Conservation (WASW) focuses on empowering communities to restore ecosystems, specifically addressing runoff issues at Campen Creek. Both Grove and O’Mahoney plan to pursue further community partnerships for future projects.
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