Geo 300 Make-up Work/Extra Credit

GEO 300
Make-up Work/Extra Credit

Make-up Work/Extra credit this term will usually consist of attending presentations related to Environmental and/or sustainability issues, as well as some volunteer work. I will identify appropriate presentations as I become aware of them. If you know of something coming up, let me know and I will consider including it.

Unless otherwise noted, each Extra Credit option is worth 10 points. They options are available to anyone. There is a class limit of 40 extra credit points (excluding points for reusing paper for assignments). To receive the extra credit points, you must follow the instructions noted with each one.
Also, all volunteer work is on a first come/first served basis. There are no guarantees that volunteer opportunities are available. Contact the person noted.

For any presentations that occur in small settings, e.g. classrooms, you must have your notes signed by the responsible person/event organizer at end of the presentation, and turned into Steve Cook.

The speaker's name, topic, time, and place of the presentation must be clearly written on the notes. It is also necessary to have a signature for volunteer work, indicating the number of hours you worked. Turn ALL MU/EC work into Steve Cook directly.

There is little here yet for Winter term. I'll post things as I become aware. If you know of something---a guest speaker or event, let me know and I'll consider it for posting. Steve.

ONGOING TUTORING
Mentoring (or being mentored by) on Critical Thinking Papers
Any student is eligible to tutor another student to improve writing skills on Critical Thinking Papers. Also, anyone is elligible to be mentored on these papers. Contact me, and I'll connect helpers with those looking for help.

This activity "pays" 10 points per hour for both parties. Claims of more than an hour's collaboration requires proof of work performed. Remember that the course maximum for EC work is 40 points.

Monday March 31, 5:15 pm - Light refreshments, displays, networking. 6:00 to 9:00 pm - Program CH2MHill Alumni Center - 725 SW 26th St. / OSU Campus
Town Hall Meeting--Sustainable Corvallis The Corvallis Sustainability Coalition is launching a series of town hall meetings and other activities that will lead to the creation of a community sustainability action plan in 2008. Be part of it!
This activity "pays" variable points--keep track of how long you were there and write it on your notes. To get credit you need a page of notes and a 250 word write-up. Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Wednesday April 2, 2PM CH2MHill Alumni Center
Oregon House of Representatives Energy and Environment CommitteeA Hearing on Climate Change
The House Energy and Environment Committee will be meeting at the LeSells Stewart Center on the OSU Campus, Friday, April 4, starting at 2:00 PM. The committee will focus on climate change and will be taking testimony from a number of OSU faculty members. Here's the committee's agenda: Informational Meeting: FRIDAY, April 4, 2008 at 2:00 P.M. at LaSells Stewart Center, Oregon State University
State of Climate Science - Jeff Shaman, College of Oceanic and Atmospheric Sciences, OSU
Likely Effects of Climate Change on Oregon and the Pacific NW Water Supply - Anne Nolin, Associate Professor, College of Science, Department of Geosciences, OSU
Forest Resources - Ron Neilson, USFS/OSU and Jim Wilson, Wood Science and Engineering, OSU
Oceans - Jack Barth, College of Oceanic and Atmospheric Sciences, OSU
Agriculture - Stella Coakley, Associate Dean, College of Agricultural Sciences, OSU
Public Health - Gail Shibley, Administrator, Office of Environmental Public Health
Transportation - Gail Achterman, Director, Institute of Natural Resources, OSU
Western Climate Initiative Update - Dave Van't Hof, Governor's Office (via telephone)
Final Report of the Governor's Climate Change Integration Group - Mark Abbott; Dean, College of Oceanic and Atmospheric Sciences and Vice-Chair, Global Warming Commission
Startup of the Oregon Climate Change Research Institute -- Mark Abbott
This activity "pays" 10 points/hour. To get credit you need a page of notes noting how long you were there and a 250 word write-up. Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Thursday April 3, from 12:00 to 1:00 at the OSU Student Sustainability Center (738 SW 15th Street, 753-4072)
OSU Sustainability Group.
Brandon Trelstad and Cassandra Robertson, members of the Corvallis Sustainability Coalition's Energy Task Force, who will talk about the Corvallis Energy Challenge. Brandon Trelstad is the university's Sustainability Coordinator. He helped create and has filled this position since November 2005. Along with one half-time employee, Brandon and the OSU Sustainability Office represent OSU administration in sustainability affairs, oversee conservation projects on campus, support other campus departments and students in their efforts to become more sustainable, and act as a single initial contact for on- and off-campus inquiries, often referring queries to campus experts in education, research, and Extension
This activity "pays" 10 points. To get credit you need a signature from Linda Hunn, page of notes and a 250 word write-up. Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Sunday April 6, 6PM, First Presbyterian Church, 114 SW 8th SSt.
Local Food Security Efforts
"Speakers Liv Gifford of the Corvallis Interfaith Food and Farms Partnership and Dan Sundseth, a founding member and Board President of the Ten Rivers Food Web, and a member of the Oregon Hunger Relief Task force. Light dessert and coffee provided. Sponsored by The Mission Committee at 1st Presbyterian. FMI: 753-2228.
This activity "pays" 10 points. To get credit you need a signature from The Organizer., page of notes and a 250 word write-up. Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Tuesday April 8, from 12:10 to 1:00 (or so) at the Corvallis, Benton County Library on Monroe Street
Spring 2008 Brown Bag Lectures
"Creating Your Ecological House" with Skip Wenz, Builder and Writer. Mr. Wenz explains how to build a "home ecosystem" by modeling your house's systems on those of a natural ecosystem
This activity "pays" 10 points. To get credit you need a signature from The Organizer., page of notes and a 250 word write-up. Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Wednesday April 9, 5PM CH2MHill Alumni Center
The Silent Invasion A documentary on the threat of invasive species in Oregon
This activity "pays" 10 points. To get credit you need a page of notes and a 250 word write-up. Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Thursday April 10, 7:00 – 9:00 pm First Alternative Natural Foods South Co-op Meeting Room
Rainwater Harvesting Workshop Learn about the new Oregon Rainwater Harvesting State Code which regulates how rainwater harvesting systems can be installed. Learn about why, how, and where to install systems, and most importantly, how big a system to install, how to find supplies, and who can help you. And learn how it helps our biodiversity.
This activity "pays" 20 points. To get credit you need a signature from the organizer, page of notes and a 250 word write-up. Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Friday April 11, 8 am to noon (or until we finish) (location: See directions below.)
Transplanting grass seedlingsThe Native Seed Network is working to increase the supply of native plant materials for use in Willamette Valley prairie restoration. We have collected seed from 20 prairie species and have planted production fields that will yield many pounds of much-needed native seed to sow on restoration sites. One important part of the process is to maintain our production fields, and we could use some extra hands to help with transplanting seedlings this Friday, April 11. If you can help, email Kimiora Ward at kimiora@nativeseednetwork.org.
Directions to Plant Materials Center Farm: Take Highway 20 towards Albany. Just after Garland Nursery, turn left (west) on Granger Rd. Follow Granger for about a mile until you see a big house and tree on the right and an open gate on the left. Turn left through the gate onto a dirt road, follow it past a 90-degree turn and park when you see big blue trucks and people working.
This activity "pays" 10 points/hour. To get credit you need a signature of the person in charge, some notes and a 250 word write-up. Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Saturday, April 12, 6:30 to ? Corvallis/Benton County Library on Monroe Street
Basics of Going Solar
Witness how well solar works in Oregon's climate, identify available solar technologies and financial incentives, and discuss how to go about choosing a contractor. Please RSVP to reserve your space: Solar Oregon, 503-231-5662 info@solaroregon.org
This activity "pays" 10 points. To get credit you need a signature from The Organizer., page of notes and a 250 word write-up. Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Tuesday April 15, from 12:10 to 1:00 (or so) at the Corvallis, Benton County Library on Monroe Street
Spring 2008 Brown Bag Lectures
"Net-zero Home Remodels" with Lori Stephens, Architect, Broadleaf Architecture. Ms. Stephens will present the techniques and benefits of turning an existing house into an energy-efficient home.
This activity "pays" 10 points. To get credit you need a signature from The Organizer., page of notes and a 250 word write-up. Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Thursday April 17, 6:30 - 8:00 PM Corvallis-Benton County Public Library.
Water Quality: Improving Your Stormwater--Public Informational Meeting and Advisory Committee Recruitment
Fertilizer, Manure, Soil Erosion, etc.; Polluted Stormwater; Polluted Streams
* Learn what YOU can do to improve stormwater quality
* Learn about local agencies' efforts to improve stormwater quality
* Learn how YOU could represent agricultural, construction,
environmental, land owner, etc. interests on the Stormwater Advisory
Committee
Sponsored by Benton County, City of Philomath, and Benton Soil & Water Conservation District.
FMI: tmatteson@bentonswcd.org
or
http://www.bentonswcd.org
This activity "pays" 10 points. To get credit you need a page of notes and a 250 word write-up. Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Friday, April 18, 3PM - 4PM Student Sustainability Center. 738 SW 15th Street, Corvallis
ASOSU President/VP Candidate Forum on Sustainability
The Student Sustainability Initiative encourages you to come speak with ASOSU President and VP candidates about their visions for OSU and their ideas for sustainability! This forum will include time for candidates to speak about their platforms, Q & A, and a comment period when students can tell their candidates what they would like them to work on if elected.
Come with your questions, your ideas for making OSU more sustainable, ...and your friends!
ADDITIONAL INFO: The ASOSU - YOUR student government - works on campaigns for OSU students in various fields, including environmental. The ASOSU President and VP provide leadership and direction for the organization and hire and supervise all of the ASOSU staff. ASOSU elections will be held online on April 30 and May 1; more info can be found at http://asosu.oregonstate.edu/elections/
This activity "pays" 10 points. To get credit you need to take some notes, do a 250 word write-up Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Saturday, April 19, 10AM - 2PM 1st Street between Monroe and Madison.
Earth Faire
An annual celebration of Earth Day in downtown Corvallis. Visitors learn about sustainability through live music, an Eco Vllage of disolays, local vendors, and a solar demonstration. Sonsored by the Corvallis Environmental Center, info@corvallisenvironmentalcenter.org
This activity "pays" 10 points. To get credit you need to visit five booths, take some notes, do a 250 word write-up Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Saturday, April 19, 9AM-1PM. Jackson and First street in Corvallis
CORVALLIS SATURDAY FARMER'S MARKET.
Welcome the Farmer's Market back for the season! Every Saturday until Thanksgiving, Riverfront Park at 1st and Jackson.
Contact:www.locallygrown.org.
This activity "pays" 10 points. To get credit you need to visit five booths getting a signature at each one, take some notes, do a 250 word write-up Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Saturday, April 19, LaSells Stewart Center, Austin Auditorium
DaVinci Days Film Festival.
On Saturday we have a sustainability block of films covering overpopulation (No Vacancy), what happens to our electronics when we're done with them (eDump), and the life cycles of a stream (Riverwebs).
Click here for times of specific films.
This activity "pays" 10 points. To get credit you need to take some notes, do a 250 word write-up, noting how long you were there. Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Monday, April 21, MU QUAD 10AM - 2PM
"OSU Earth Day Event": Tie-dying, waste prevention, composting and displays of reused art projects. Free solar-powered pop corn will available.
This activity "pays" 10 points/hour. To get credit you need to take some notes, note how long you were there; do a 250 word write-up. Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Monday, April 21, Milam Auditorium, 7PM
"Global Warming and Science"
Dr. Nicholas Drapela, OSU Chemistry Professor, will give a unique talk challenging many of the deeply-held beliefs of popular culture regarding global warming. By focusing on factual, documented evidence, the goal is to elevate discussions to the factual level in order to give legitimacy to important causes.
This activity "pays" 10 points. To get credit you need to take some notes, do a 250 word write-up. Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Tuesday April 22, from 6PM - 9PM at the First Alternative Grocery meeting room, south store.
Film Fest in celebration of Earth Day.
This interactive film fest will feature classics with the common theme of protecting our planet. Each film will be followed by a discussion of many of the Local creators of the films will be present for Q&A.
6PM Announcement of winner of the Corvallis Energy Challenge
6:10 "The Story of Stuff" by Annie Leonard.
6:35 "The Meatrix" by Louis Fox
6:45 "Oregon Ecosystems: Preserving our Natural Biodiversity" By Jeff Hino
7:40 "How it All Ends" by Greg Craven.
8:05 "Grocery Store Wars" by Louis Fox
8:15 "The Oregon White Oak Savanna" by Barry Schreiber
8:45 "Laying Down roots" by Dave Eckert
9:30 "The Recylergy" by Jeremy Kaller
This activity "pays" 10 points/hour. To get credit you need a signature from The Organizer indicating how long you were there, page of notes and a 250 word write-up. Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Tuesday April 22, from 12:10 to 1:00 (or so) at the Corvallis, Benton County Library on Monroe Street
Spring 2008 Brown Bag Lectures
"Not so small house" Rid Terry, Designer. Explore how housing has changed from the 50's and discuss the "Not so small house."
This activity "pays" 10 points. To get credit you need a signature from The Organizer., page of notes and a 250 word write-up. Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Tuesday April 22, 7PM at the Corvallis, Benton County Library 645 Monroe Street
League of Women Voters Voter Service Forum
Scheduled to appear are candidates for secretary of state, attorney general and state representative from District 23. Candidates will be given time to explain their positions and the league will also offer time for questions from the public.
This activity "pays" 10 points. To get credit you need a page of notes and a 250 word write-up. Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Tuesday April 22, 3PM until Dark At the OSU Organic Growers Club Farm just east of the bridge on HWY 34
EARTHDAY HOO HAA
Calling all Earthlings...
OSU Organic Growers Club Hoo Haa!
EARTH DAY @The Farm
Free food - bring a bowl and a spoon!
Free live music - Two bands!!!
Free Transportation - Ride the Earth Bus!!! 2 locations: pick-up, let off every 20 minutes!!! (thanks campus recycling!) 1) OSU bookstore 2) Organic Growers farm (Hoo Haa!)
Kids Welcome!! (please leave the dogs at home)
Directions? Visit our web site NOW! http://cropandsoil.oregonstate.edu/organic_grower/directions.html
R The Hoo Haa is an alcohol free event R
Come celebrate agriculture, food, music, community, & ecosystem services!!!!
Why: Free food, music, and connection with your universe! Attractions to consume!!!:
FREE Vegetarian FOOD: Thanks ORGS, ASOSU Environmental Task Force, OSU Campus Recycling!!!
FREE Vegetarian MUSIC: Future roots, Deadwood Revival, and other special guests!!!
Bring your own axe (err...musical instrument) for informal musicmaking at the after hours hootenanny
PLANT SEEDS, TOUCH SOIL, BREATHE FRESH AIR: We're bringing stuff to plant - Beets, greens, lettuce transplants, thousands of onions etc.
AND MORE: Draft horses!!! Electric Tractor!!! Bubble Artist!!! Poetry Reading!!! Baby Chicks!!! Comedy!!! Soil Sculpture-o-rama!!! Soil Painting!!! Wheelbarrow Tours!!!
Come celebrate agriculture, food, music, community, & ecosystem services!!!!
KIDS WELCOME!!!
Bring a turning fork if you have one!!! (the human "tilling machine" will be in the house!!!!)
Bring a Bowl and a spoon if you have one!!! (the human "eating machine" will be in the house!!!!)
Any Questions? Well? James Cassidy Member/Farm Manager/Faculty Advisor/Marketing Director OSU Organic Growers Club ALS 3075 737-6810 off. 602-4387 cell
To get credit, you need a signature from James Cassidy, indicating how long you were at the event, and a 250 word write-up on the what and why of this event.

Wednesday, April 23, 8AM-1PM. Benton County Fairgrounds--building way in the back.
CORVALLIS WEDNESDAY FARMER'S MARKET.
Welcome the Farmer's Market back for the season! Every Wednesday.
Contact:www.locallygrown.org.
This activity "pays" 10 points. To get credit you need to visit five booths getting a signature at each one, take some notes, do a 250 word write-up Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Wednesday, April 23, MU QUAD 10AM - 2PM
"OSU Earth Day Event": Sustainable Food Day. Information about local foods and sustainable eating will be available and a cooking demonstration.
This activity "pays" 10 points/hour. To get credit you need to take some notes, note how long you were there; do a 250 word write-up. Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Wednesday, April 23, MU 208 12M - 1PM
Vanpool and Carpool: An OSU How-To. Come check out the various ways to get to OSU without using a single occupancy vehicle. Experts will show you how you can vanpool, carpool, and use other modes, and how you can save money in the process. Light snacks provided. OSU Sustainability Office .
This activity "pays" 10 points. To get credit you need to take some notes, get a signature of the person in charge, do a 250 word write-up. Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Wednesday, April 23, April 23, 2008 2:00-4:00 pm MU Room 208 .
Institute for Water and Watersheds: :Living Waters: Connection and Separation in Water, from Physical, Legal, Political, and Spiritual Perspectives"
Distinguished Panelists in Water Resources include: Scott Leibowitz, a research ecologist with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, will discuss how the federal government views water, in light of recent Supreme Court cases. He will contrast this with a physical perspective of hydrologic systems. Aaron Wolf, a professor in OSU's Geosciences Department, will consider the political aspects of water, especially as it relates to conflict and opportunities for peace in the Middle East. Benjamin Barnett, rabbi of Congregation Beit Am, will discuss water as a spiritual metaphor in Jewish thought and mysticism
This activity "pays" 20 points. To get credit you need a signature from Todd Jarvis, take some notes, do a 250 word write-up Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Thursday, April 24, MU QUAD 11AM - 12PM
"OSU Earth Day Event": Environmental Justice Day. A fair about that will be held in the MU quad.
This activity "pays" 10 points/hour. To get credit you need to take some notes, note how long you were there; do a 250 word write-up. Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Thursday, April 24, MU Lounge 4PM - 5:30PM
"OSU Earth Day Event": Environmental Justice Panel. Panelists will present about environmental justice issues ranging from local to international in scale, from Liquified Natural Gas in Oregon to issues in China. Each presenter will speak followed by Q & A. FREE FOOD. Student Sustainability Initiative .
This activity "pays" 10 points/hour. To get credit you need to take some notes, note how long you were there; do a 250 word write-up. Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Thursday, April 24, MU Lounge 6:30PM - 7:30PM
"OSU Earth Day Event": Bill Bradbury Speaks on Global Warming. Bill Bradbury is the Oregon Secretary of State and will gives his own version of Al Gore's Inconvenient Truth presentation. College Democrats .
This activity "pays" 10 points/hour. To get credit you need to take some notes, note how long you were there; do a 250 word write-up. Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

FRIDAY, APRIL 25, 9AM - Noon. Owenn's Farm on Highway 99W just north of the hospital.
Nelson's Checkermallow planting party.
Contact: Carly Brown at 753-3099 or carly@appliedeco.org. Sponsored by the Center for Applied Ecology and the Greenbelt Land Trust.
This activity "pays" 20 points. To get credit you need a signature from the organizer, take some notes, do a 250 word write-up Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Friday, April 25, MU Lounge 4PM - 5:30PM
"OSU Earth Day Event": Celebration of Environmental Literature & Thought. Local published authors, professors, and students read selections from environmental philosophy and nature writing. Selections will be available for purchase from the MU Bookstore. Free coffee and prize raffle! Student Sustainability Initiative .
This activity "pays" 10 points/hour. To get credit you need to take some notes, note how long you were there; do a 250 word write-up. Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

FRIDAY, APRIL 25, 7PM - 9:00, Wesminster House.
REVIVING BIODIVERSITY IN CORVALLIS
with films by Don Boucher and Lisa Millbank
Contact: Dave Eckert at www.willamettewatershed.com. Sponsor: Marys Peak Group of the Sierra Club.
This activity "pays" 20 points. To get credit you need a signature from the organizer, take some notes, do a 250 word write-up Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Friday, April 25, West Hall Lounge 9PM - 11:45PM
"OSU Earth Day Event": Environmental Movie Night. Come celebrate sustainable living with delicious treats and excellent films! ASOSU Environmental Affairs Task Force .
This activity "pays" 20 points. To get credit you need a signature from the organizer, take some notes, do a 250 word write-up Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Saturday, April 26, 9AM-1PM. Jackson and First street in Corvallis
CORVALLIS SATURDAY FARMER'S MARKET.
Welcome the Farmer's Market back for the season! Every Saturday until Thanksgiving, Riverfront Park at 1st and Jackson.
Contact:www.locallygrown.org.
This activity "pays" 10 points. To get credit you need to visit five booths getting a signature at each one, take some notes, do a 250 word write-up Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Sunday, April 27, Covered Bridge on Campus Way west of campus 11AM - 2PM
"OSU Earth Day Event": Tree Planting. Come meet at the Covered Bridge (down Campus Way) to help do restoration work on Oak Creek and plant trees. Student Sustainability Initiative .
This activity "pays" 10 points/hour. To get credit you need a signature from the organizer noting how long you helped, take some notes, do a 250 word write-up Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Monday, April 28, 3:30PM - ? PM. ALS 4001
Zoology Spring Seminar: "Dealing with ghosts, invasions, land transformation and climate change in New Zealand."
Dr. Kath Dickinson, Associate Professor, Department of Botany, University of Otago, New Zealand
This activity "pays" 10 points. To get credit you need to get a signature of the person introducing the seminar, take some notes, do a 250 word write-up Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Monday, April 28, 5:30PM for goodies, 6PM meeting starts. CH2MHill Alumni Center Ballroom
"Prosperity that Fits" Third annual town hall meeting.
The Economic Vitality Partnership and the Prosperity That Fits Steering Committee would like to invite you to the third annual Town Hall Meeting. This meeting will be the first to report to the community on the progress of the "Prosperity That Fits" Report and Action Plan in its first year of implementation.
This activity "pays" 10 points/hour. To get credit you need to get a signature of the person running the meeting indicating how long you were there, take some notes, do a 250 word write-up Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Tuesday April 29, from 12:10 to 1:00 (or so) at the Corvallis, Benton County Library on Monroe Street
Spring 2008 Brown Bag Lectures
"Energy Efficient Lighting for the Home" Susan Binder, Designer, Forrest-Temple, Corvallis. Kitchen and bath designer Susan Binder will discuss ways to add light to your home, especially in kitchens and bathrooms, using energy efficient fixtures, bulbs and techniques.
This activity "pays" 10 points. To get credit you need a signature from The Organizer., page of notes and a 250 word write-up. Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Tuesday April 29, from 12:00 to 1:30PM at the LaSells Stewart Center, Construction and Engineering Hall
Earth 2-0 sustainable innovation for a competitive advantage
Steve Emery, president and CEO of Earth 2--0, will discuss whether the bottled water business can be environmentally friendly and sustainable and share how his company is a leader in sustainable business practices.
This activity "pays" 15 points. To get credit you need a signature from The Organizer., page of notes and a 250 word write-up. Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Wednesday, April 30, 8AM-1PM. Benton County Fairgrounds--building way in the back.
CORVALLIS WEDNESDAY FARMER'S MARKET.
Welcome the Farmer's Market back for the season! Every Wednesday.
Contact:www.locallygrown.org.
This activity "pays" 10 points. To get credit you need to visit five booths getting a signature at each one, take some notes, do a 250 word write-up Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Saturday, May 3, 9AM-1PM. Jackson and First street in Corvallis
CORVALLIS SATURDAY FARMER'S MARKET.
Contact:www.locallygrown.org.
This activity "pays" 10 points. To get credit you need to visit five booths getting a signature at each one, take some notes, do a 250 word write-up Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Tuesday May 6, from 12:10 to 1:00 (or so) at the Corvallis, Benton County Library on Monroe Street
Spring 2008 Brown Bag Lectures
"Green Building Materials" David Graetz, Owner, Your Green Home, Green Building Materials. Mr. Graetz will discuss criteria and sources for green building materials, as well as several local projects that used green building materials extensively.
This activity "pays" 10 points. To get credit you need a signature from The Organizer., page of notes and a 250 word write-up. Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Wednesday, May 7, 8AM-1PM. Benton County Fairgrounds--building way in the back.
CORVALLIS WEDNESDAY FARMER'S MARKET.
Contact:www.locallygrown.org.
This activity "pays" 10 points. To get credit you need to visit five booths getting a signature at each one, take some notes, do a 250 word write-up Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Thursday, May 8, 4:30 PM to Dark. OSU Organic Grower's Club Farm, just east of Trysting Tree Golf Course on HWY 20
WEED 'EM & REAP!!!
Another opportunity to engage REALITY BABY!!!
Turn off that tube, set down those books, and get down on your HANDS AND
KNEES AND DIG IT!!!
ORGS WORK PARTY THURSDAY NIGHT AT THE FARM - 4:30-dark - bonfire?
HOT SUPPER SERVED AROUND 7:00!!!! - Who's cookin'?
Get started green soldier!!!
* Weed onions
* Weed lettuce
* Water all lettuce
* Scything training - sharpen and wield the instrument commonly associated with THE GRIM REAPER!!!
* Weed newly tilled beds 1, 2, and 3
* More mowing and tilling ?
scythe (s) n.
An implement consisting of a long, curved single-edged blade with a long bent handle, used for mowing or reaping. tr.v. scythed, scyth*ing, scythes To cut with or as if with a scythe.
This activity "pays" 10 points per hour. To get credit you need to get a signature from James Cassidy take some notes, do a 250 word write-up Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Thursday, May 8, 7 - 8 PM. Corvallis Library 645 NW Monroe.
WILLAMETTE RIVER SLIDESHOW
Join Willamette Riverkeeper for a photographic journey on the Willamette River, from its headwaters to confluence. Enjoy a free evening slideshow. Learn about work being done to protect and improve this amazing river system, and find out how you can get involved. This event is free and will meet at the Corvallis Library 645 NW Monroe.
RSVP by contacting amy@willamette-riverkeeper.org. Learn more about Willamette Riverkeeper at www.willamette-riverkeeper.org[3].
This activity "pays" 10 points. To get credit you need to visit five booths getting a signature at each one, take some notes, do a 250 word write-up Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Saturday, May 10, 9AM-1PM. Jackson and First street in Corvallis
CORVALLIS SATURDAY FARMER'S MARKET.
Contact:www.locallygrown.org.
This activity "pays" 10 points. To get credit you need to visit five booths getting a signature at each one, take some notes, do a 250 word write-up Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Sunday, May 11, 7PM at the Coho Ecovillage Common House (1975 SE Crystal Lake Dr.).
Book Reading by the authors of "Dam Nation: Dispatches from the Water Underground" (Softskull Press, 2007)
Dam Nation is a people’s history of water—and the water grid. A detailed accounting of the fallout from a century of Manifest Destiny’s attacks on wild rivers.
An unconventional reading featuring authors Cleo Woelfle-Erskine & Oskar Cole:

-Why no Salmon fishing in '08?
-Live-action photographic tour of the water grid
-Defending the Water commons! The secrets of greywater plumbing!
This activity "pays" 10 points per hour. To get credit you need a signature from the organizer indicating how long you were there, take some notes, do a 250 word write-up Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Tuesday May 13, from 12:10 to 1:00 (or so) at the Corvallis, Benton County Library on Monroe Street
Spring 2008 Brown Bag Lectures
"Naturescaping Espresso: Quick Facts to Get you Going: Beth Young, Landscape Designer and Principal of Beth Young Garden Design, LLC. "Naturescaping" is sustainable landscaping. A naturescaped yard has no need for pesticides, synthetic fertilizers or excessive summer watering.
This activity "pays" 10 points. To get credit you need a signature from The Organizer., page of notes and a 250 word write-up. Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Tuesday May 13, 7PM at the New Morning Bakery, 219 SW 2nd Street, Corvallis
CONNECTING FAITH WITH SUSTAINABILITY
Everyone is welcome to this meeting of faiths.
Sponsored by Northwest Earth Institute, Maureen Beezhold, 752-3517 or cnwei(at)peak.org.
This activity "pays" 10 points per hour. To get credit you need a signature from Maureen indicating how long you participated., page of notes and a 250 word write-up. Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Wednesday, May 14, 8AM-1PM. Benton County Fairgrounds--building way in the back.
CORVALLIS WEDNESDAY FARMER'S MARKET.
Contact:www.locallygrown.org.
This activity "pays" 10 points. To get credit you need to visit five booths getting a signature at each one, take some notes, do a 250 word write-up Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Thursday, May 15, 12PM - 1PM. OSU Student Sustainability Center, 738 SW 15th Street.
"Preparing Oregon for the Solar Age – a history of solar energy in Oregon from the oil embargo to peak oil"
This talk will be about becoming involved in solar energy in the late 70's and how Oregon has positioned itself to be a leader in renewables. Frank is director of the UO's Solar Radiation Monitoring Lab (http://solardata.uoregon.edu). Part of his work is sponsored by the Energy Trust. The Oregon Solar Energy Industries Association awarded its first Legacy Award to Frank in September 2007.
This activity "pays" 10 points. To get credit you need to get a signature from Linda Hunn, take some notes, do a 250 word write-up Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Friday, May 16, 4PM Gilfillan Auditorium
"Climate in the Currents of History"
Mark Cane, of the Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory of Columbia University. Part of the "Frontiers Visiting Lecture Series sponsored by COAS."
This activity "pays" 10 points. To get credit you need to take some notes, do a 250 word write-up Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Saturday, May 17, 9AM-1PM. SOLV "Down By the Riverside" Projects
Check the website for options and to register http://www.solv.org/programs/down_by_the_riverside.asp#sitelist
Down By The Riverside is an annual event that engages thousands of Oregonians in beautification and enhancement projects all over the state.
This activity "pays" 10 points/hour. To get credit you need to get a signature from the project organizer indicating how long your worked, and a 250 word write-up Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Saturday, May 17, 9AM-1PM. Village Green Park, NE Conifer Blvd between Hwy 99 and Hwy 20, across the street from Cheldelin Middle School
Invasive Weed pull and cleanup.
Down By The Riverside is an annual event that engages thousands of Oregonians in beautification and enhancement projects all over the state. At Village Green Park, volunteers will be removing invasive weeds and picking up trash on the banks of the creek. This project will produce immediate results that will make our community proud!
Contact: Taylor Bortz tbortz@bentonswcd.org
This activity "pays" 10 points/hour. To get credit you need to get a signature from Taylor Bortz indicating how long your worked, and a 250 word write-up Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Saturday, May 17, 9AM-1PM. Jackson and First street in Corvallis
CORVALLIS SATURDAY FARMER'S MARKET.
Contact:www.locallygrown.org.
This activity "pays" 10 points. To get credit you need to visit five booths getting a signature at each one, take some notes, do a 250 word write-up Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Sunday, May 18, 9AM-1PM. Jackson and First street in Corvallis
RAINWATER COLLECTION WORKSHOP
Workshop held at the South Co-op, 1007 SE 3rd Street
Free to attend, but please register first with First Alternative Co-op, 753-3115, x.0
This activity "pays" 10 points per hour. To get credit you need a signature of the workshop leader indicating how long you attended, take some notes, do a 250 word write-up Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Tuesday May 20, from 12:10 to 1:00 (or so) at the Corvallis, Benton County Library on Monroe Street
Spring 2008 Brown Bag Lectures
"Green Building in corvallis" Jason Yaich, City of corvallis Associate Planner; President of Seventh Generation Building Guild. The presentation will cover hands-on demonstrations projects that you can visit, educatinal offerings, things to consider when you apply for a building permit, and a land use planning perspective on green building.
This activity "pays" 10 points. To get credit you need a signature from The Organizer., page of notes and a 250 word write-up. Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Wednesday, May 21, 8AM-1PM. Benton County Fairgrounds--building way in the back.
CORVALLIS WEDNESDAY FARMER'S MARKET.
Contact:www.locallygrown.org.
This activity "pays" 10 points. To get credit you need to visit five booths getting a signature at each one, take some notes, do a 250 word write-up Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Wednesday, May 21, 4PM. ALS 4000
B. Udall, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, "The Colorado River at 1900, 2000, and 2100"
This activity "pays" 10 points. To get credit you need a signature, take some notes, do a 250 word write-up Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Thursday, May 22, 6:30PM. Odd Fellows Hall, 223 SW 2nd Street, Corvallis
"Our Ocean" discussion on marine protected areas and reserves
There is a state-wide conversation on how to keep Oregon’s ocean healthy. Let’s add Corvallis voices! Learn more about establishing marine protected areas, including marine reserves, along Oregon’s coast. Find out what you can do to help preserve Oregon’s coastal legacy! Our Ocean is a coalition of Oregonians working together to build an ocean legacy of a healthy marine environment and vibrant coastal communities. FMI: Annie Birnie at annie@ouroregonocean.org or (503) 449-3983
This activity "pays" 10 points. To get credit you need a signature, take some notes, do a 250 word write-up Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Saturday, May 24, 9AM-1PM. Jackson and First street in Corvallis
CORVALLIS SATURDAY FARMER'S MARKET.
Contact:www.locallygrown.org.
This activity "pays" 10 points. To get credit you need to visit five booths getting a signature at each one, take some notes, do a 250 word write-up Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Tuesday May 27, from 12:10 to 1:00 (or so) at the Corvallis, Benton County Library on Monroe Street
Spring 2008 Brown Bag Lectures
"Going Solar in the Willamette Valley" James Reismiller, Abundant Solar, Mr Reismiller will share the advantages and process of buying and installing a solar electric system, including a breakdown of tax credits, incentives and local case studies
This activity "pays" 10 points. To get credit you need a signature from The Organizer., page of notes and a 250 word write-up. Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Tuesday May 27, from 1:00 PM - 5:00PM location to be determined by attendance
"GREEN PRODUCTS FOR PAVING, ROOFS, AND WALLS"
presented by the Green Builders Institute. Free, sponsored by MSS Engineering. The seminar will be presented by the Green Builders Institute.
This activity "pays" 10 points per hour. To get credit you need a signature from The Organizer indicating how long you participated., page of notes and a 250 word write-up. Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Wednesday, May 28, 8AM-1PM. Benton County Fairgrounds--building way in the back.
CORVALLIS WEDNESDAY FARMER'S MARKET.
Contact:www.locallygrown.org.
This activity "pays" 10 points. To get credit you need to visit five booths getting a signature at each one, take some notes, do a 250 word write-up Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Wednesday, May 28, 12PM-1PM. Richardson 115.
Managing a Fragile Mountain Ecosystem in Nepal and the Tibetan Himalayas: Land, Livestock, and Lives of the people of Nepal and Tibet
Deepak Tamang, World Forest Institute International Fellow
Please join Deepak Tamang, a development and environment professional from Nepal, as he talks about living, working, trekking, and writing about the incredible biological diversity of the Himalayas, community forestry, and the people of Nepal and Tibet. FMI: *Susan Morré, International Programs Intern, *College of Forestry, Susan.Morre@oregonstate.edu, or 541.737.0872.
This activity "pays" 10 points. To get credit you need a signature from Susan Morre, take some notes, do a 250 word write-up Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Saturday, May 31, 10AM-2PM. YOUTH GARDEN PROJECT WORK PARTY at Starker Arts Park, off 45th, just north of Country Club Drive.
Come pull weeds in the Youth Garden.
Contact: Pami at ygp@corvallisenvironmentalcenter.org.
This activity "pays" 10 points per hour. To get credit you need a signature from Pami indicating how long you worked, do a 250 word write-up on what the YGP is all about and its significance to the community.
Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Saturday, May 31, 9AM-1PM. Jackson and First street in Corvallis
CORVALLIS SATURDAY FARMER'S MARKET.
Contact:www.locallygrown.org.
This activity "pays" 10 points. To get credit you need to visit five booths getting a signature at each one, take some notes, do a 250 word write-up Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Monday, June 2, 2PM-4PM. 235 Wilkinson Hall (space is limited)
Oregon's Energy Future
Flyer: Click Here
Ever wonder where we will get our energy in the future? Listen/Participate in a roundtable discussion involving experts in Solar, Wind, Waves, Biomethane, Algae, Biodiesel, CoGen, and Conservation, as well as three professionals in the energy business. The first hour will involve a brief presentation from each of the participants, followed by a short break, then intra-group discussion as well as audience participation.
This activity "pays" 20 points. To get credit you need a signature from Steve Cook, take some notes, do a 250 word write-up Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

Wednesday, June 4, 8AM-1PM. Benton County Fairgrounds--building way in the back.
CORVALLIS WEDNESDAY FARMER'S MARKET.
Contact:www.locallygrown.org.
This activity "pays" 10 points. To get credit you need to visit five booths getting a signature at each one, take some notes, do a 250 word write-up Give ALL MU/EC work to Steve Cook.

GEO 300Make-up Work/Extra Credit

GEO 300
Make-up Work/Extra Credit