Conservation Corps seeking help for Procession of the Species Celebration

In April of 2011 Lopez Islands experienced its 1st Annual Procession of the Species Celebration. The event was Organized by the Lopez Island Conservation Corps with sponsorship from the Lopez Island Prevention Coalition and Earthbound Productions (Olympia). The Procession of the Species is a widespread event throughout the world to celebrate Earth Day and the great diversity of life on the planet. Participants choose a species to represent and create a costume or display for a lively procession through the village streets. Over 100 Lopezians, youths and elders, attended representing life forms from sea anemones to sea turtles.

January 31, 2012 1:38 pm

In April of 2011 Lopez Islands experienced its 1st Annual Procession of the Species Celebration.  The event was Organized by the Lopez Island Conservation Corps with sponsorship from the Lopez Island Prevention Coalition and Earthbound Productions (Olympia). The Procession of the Species is a widespread event throughout the world to celebrate Earth Day and the great diversity of life on the planet. Participants choose a species to represent and create a costume or display for a lively procession through the village streets. Over 100 Lopezians, youths and elders, attended representing life forms from sea anemones to sea turtles.

Lopez Island Conservation Corps is seeking help. They are looking for more individuals and organizations to collaborate with to make this community event grow. They will be holding a planning session to discuss art making and workshops, supplies, and other creative ideas to support the 2nd annual celebration. Bring your thoughts and ideas, what you liked last year and what can be improved, and a bowl for soup. The meeting is scheduled for Thursday, Feb. 2 from 6-7:30 pm at the Library. For more information, contact Charlie Behnke and Amanda Wedow at 468-2951 or l.i.c.c.team@gmail.com