Young Hands, Big Impact: Charles H. Barrows STEM Academy at Work on the Ethnobotanical Trail
On April 14–15, 2025, we had the pleasure of hosting a remarkable group of eighteen 13–14-year-old students from Charles H. Barrows STEM Academy in Connecticut, along with their staff. With boundless energy, curiosity, and an impressive sense of responsibility, these young changemakers dove into revitalizing a heavily overgrown section of our ethnobotanical trail—and the results speak for themselves!
Over two productive days, the students tackled a variety of essential restoration tasks. They cleared thick vegetation, pruned overgrown bamboo stems, dug a much-needed drainage channel, and raked the trail to improve both safety and appearance. The transformation was nothing short of inspiring—and a powerful reminder of what a motivated group can achieve in a short time.
We are incredibly grateful to the Barrows students for their enthusiasm and hard work. A heartfelt thank you also goes out to:
- School staff Nick and Bay, for their support and encouragement throughout the trip
- Vámonos Travel staff Bernardo and Wendy, for their outstanding group leadership
- Monique Nieves, whose incredible chef work kept everyone energized and happy
- Jon Warwick and Mercury, for lending their hands, tools, and expertise to help guide the crew and keep everything moving smoothly.
Thanks again to everyone involved—we hope to welcome you back soon!
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