ECOS Club March Update

March has been a busy month for ECOS club! 

Students completed assembly of bat boxes on March 5, in the wood shop, after TASC proved to be less than adequate to hammer the kits together…ECOS students explored campus for ideal locations for two bat boxes. Key attributes for successful placement is south or south east facing for warmth and at least 10-20 feet high for safety from predators. Bats are important for pest control and for pollination and seed dispersal.

Old Lyme Open Space Commission required assistance building a footbridge at a very wet crossing in the Champlain South trail system on March 9. Students helped carry in bridge materials, chose exact placement, and with a little support from the adults, built a sturdy footbridge that will surely be well-used and appreciated.

On Saturday, March 16, students volunteered at the O’Niantic 5K, sponsored by the Hartford Marathon. They were busy helping with the Kid’s race and at the finish line, handing out medals to the kids and water to the 5k runners.

WAY TO GO WILDCATS!!!