Make Your Spring Cleaning Matter

Make Your Spring Cleaning Matter

 Even busy working moms think about spring cleaning this time of year. For me, when the sunshine comes in through my windows again after the long winter I realize how dirty my house is. The cleaning binge that ensues is a very important yearly ritual that ensures...
Director's Blog: Invasion of Alien Species

Director's Blog: Invasion of Alien Species

  Before I worked at an environmental education center, I had heard of invasive species but I didn’t appreciate why they were such a threat. I knew English ivy and Himalayan blackberries are the most common culprits of an invasion of alien botanical species...
Director's Blog: It’s not easy being green

Director's Blog: It’s not easy being green

  It was a little over three years ago I was hired by Columbia Springs as the Executive Director. I was inspired to take this job because of my strong attachment to Columbia Springs. I am the mother of children who benefited from its programs. With support...
Looking back at 2018

Looking back at 2018

The numbers are in and 2018 was officially our most successful year yet. We were able to improve the quality of our educational and experiential opportunities for people of all ages.  We directly connected with nearly 19,000 people through our events,...
The Power of Volunteers at Columbia Springs

The Power of Volunteers at Columbia Springs

 Columbia Springs’ Volunteer Program has grown by leaps and bounds in 2018 with the number of volunteers, hours served, and the number of projects completed. One of our favorite and most helpful projects was the Wetland Docks improvements. Engineers from Hewlett...