Growing Together at Crystal Lake
Thank you to everyone who joined us last month to expand our pollinator corridors on both land and water at Crystal Lake. Together, families and neighbors planted a beautiful variety of native species, including Goldenrod, Elderberry tree, Butterfly Weed, Echinacea, Canadian Serviceberry, Mountain Laurel, Swamp Milkweed, and more.
Highlights included launching the floating gardens, first-time canoe experiences, youth measuring the lake's depth, and many hands working together to bring new life to the landscape and balance our eco-system..
It Takes a Village
One of the day's most inspiring moments was watching volunteers spontaneously begin cleaning algae from the shoreline, a powerful reminder of what community care can accomplish when people come together with a shared purpose.
Our heartfelt gratitude goes out to everyone who contributed their time, energy, and love: Urania, Amber, Hampton, Evie, Jaycee, Aiden, Elisabeth, Grace, Deidra, Mike, Peter, Gracelyn, Nkoula, Andrés, Jairo, Emmy, Bill, and Gita.
A special thank you to our Youth Media Team, Jeremy, Rosa, and Geovany, for documenting the day, and to Estella from Sabores de mi Tierra for preparing a nourishing meal for all who participated.
Save the Date: Summer of Love Celebration — July 11
Our next We Love Crystal Lake Celebration is just around the corner! Join us on Saturday, July 11 3-8, for the Summer of Love Celebration, a joyful day of live music, nature, creativity, and connection.
We're excited to welcome performances by Daniel Villegas and Libre Bandas well as Pulso de Barro along with family-friendly activities including nature based art, tarot readings, thrifting, free haircuts, wellness offerings, and a guided community hike by Outdoor Promise. Not to mention a delicious community meal prepared by Sabores de mi Tierra.
More details will be announced soon, but we hope you'll mark your calendar and plan to celebrate summer with us at Crystal Lake. Together, we're growing more than gardens—we're growing community.
