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| 12:00 pm - 12:55 pm | ||
| 1:00 pm - 1:55 pm | ||
| 2:00 pm - 2:55 pm | ||
Workshop 1 – How Texoma’s Landfill Trash Gas Becomes Renewable Gas & Money for Its Citizens – Presented by
Food going down the drain will decompose the same as in the landfill – releasing methane. Studies have shown that methane released at municipal wastewater treatment plants is more than what was previously thought. Studies are still being done and in some areas, they have started to capture the methane in the local landfill in order to use the gases for energy. Come learn about recent updates to TASWA Landfill.
Workshop 2 – All About Fossils – Presented by Matt DeLozier certified Texas Master Naturalist Bluestem Chapter. TPWD Angler Educator and TPWD Project Wild
In this presentation you will learn about different types of fossils and how they are formed and what fossils are commonly found in Grayson county. We will also spend some time on learning to find fossils.
Workshop 3 – Upcycling for Beginners – Presented by Brooke Fescenmeyer
Upcycling is the process of transforming an item with the intent to improve its quality. Anyone can complete upcycling and recycling projects with any level of skill. Learn how to use your creative thinking, ingenuity, and willingness to make mistakes to improve your wardrobe and make fashion more sustainable.
My name is Brooke Fescenmeyer and I run a fashion design business selling sustainable fashion and gifts, including upcycled, handmade, and vintage items. I am a Speech-Language Pathologist by trade and I am passionate about serving our community and reducing our impact on the natural environment.
Workshop 4 – Bee Keeping and Beehive Relocation – Presented by Noah White (Be Happy Bees)
Noah will teach about the structure of bee hives, how to relocate bee colonies, and how to extract honey.
Workshop 5 – The Curious Case of the Vanishing Bag – Presented by Alexis Taylor-Baker
Alexis explores what really happens to plastic bags after they’re thrown away. From trees to oceans to our food, this engaging workshop reveals the hidden journey of plastic pollution – and what we can do to stop it.