b'ecoseeds.orgIN THE FIELD WITHECO CO R PS TO DAYE coCorps offers a diverse range of training opportunities to meet evolving needs. While traditional conservation corps projects like trail building, habitat restoration, and historic preservation remain at our core, in 2023 we increased our regenerative agricultural practices by scaling our composting activities. Last year also saw remarkable growth for our Wood Rescue initiative. By using trees and wood that is rescued from the landfill or the chipper,we are providing our crews with essential carpentry skills by having them craft furniture and other wood products. This initiative also helps us offset our greenhouse gas emissions by valuing and retaining the carbon sequestered by these trees.With a diverse and growing set of partners and clients, we are increasingly able to keep work crews busy year-round, offering more opportunities for EcoCorps members to explore, learn, and experience. 2023: BY THE NUMBERS2DOL certified apprenticeships: Landscape Management & Carpentry37 members employed52 certifications achieved Larissa Stone, our carpentry apprentice, was the only female carpentry apprentice in Michigan during her term.5'