Polar Bears International

Conservation through research and education.

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One Earth, One Chance

Adult Advisor

Wanda Johnston

Team Members

Laura Johnston (age:14)

Jami Kenny (age:14)

Project Outline

We will teach younger children about plants and growing gardens at the Oregon Zoo.

We will educate them on native species and encourage them to plant trees at their own house.

We will also do some planting of trees ourselves.

Slug Trap

Sep 27, 2008

This is a slug trap you can make using beer, scissors and an old plastic cup with a lid. Adult help recommended!

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Jul 26, 2008

So far, we have planted lettuce, herbs and radishes. We put composted soil into some planter boxes we made with wood, which is easily recycled. These are small and convenient for those who have small backyards not big enough for gardens. Having fresh veggies at hand is also convenient because instead of driving to the store and adding to the CO2 amount, you can get it all from your box.

Instead of using pesticides and sprays, some great natural pest controls are ladybugs! They eat aphids, a tiny insect that eats plants. Slug traps are also great pest control. They're easy to make and are all natural. The slug goes into the trap because it likes the smell, but gets "drunk" and is too confused to get out and dies in the trap. No chemicals needed!

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