Youth empowerment through environmental work in Syracuse, NY
At Onondaga Earth Corps (OEC), winters are always a time to reflect, recharge, and then reemerge in spring with energy to propel the
youth and young adults in our program forward. 2022 is no exception and our team has been very busy.
The impacts of tree and temperature disparities within the region shouldn’t be understated. In addition to excessive summertime cooling bills, the consequences for medically vulnerable residents can be dire. Temperatures of 100+ in the absence of air conditioning will have uneven impacts that make low-income and non-cooled households unduly affected as residents make tough decisions between reluctantly running utilities and …
A free professional development series focused on environmental jobs in Syracuse. Participants earn certifications valued at over $500.
Onondaga Earth Corps is looking to fill field staff positions. Successful candidates for these positions demonstrate high standards, attention to detail, compassion, excellent judgement, and a desire to devote themselves to youth development/mentorship and environmental conservation. For more details click on the information below.
OEC will be holding ongoing interviews starting Feb 7 until March 2, 2022 or until positions are filled. Apply now so you don’t miss your opportunity!
In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. OEC will be hosting a community tree pruning event to celebrate his leadership and legacy. The event will take place at the Seals Community Center at Kirk Park (300 West Borden Avenue, Syracuse, NY, 13205 on January 17th, 2022 from 10:45AM-12PM. To join, please register using this link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/community-tree-pruning-event-registration-244648619607
Volunteers needed to help plant trees! Meet at the Pratts Falls Shelter Picnic Pavilion at 10AM and plant trees until 1PM with the Onondaga Earth Corps youth crewmembers. 7671 Pratts Falls Rd, Manlius, NY 13104 At the event, OEC will also be hosting a Bottle Bonanza Event! Keep redeemable items out of the waste stream and out of the environment! …
Event Details: IMPORTANT NOTICE! DATE CHANGE. Due to unexpected circumstances, the October 30th fall tree planting event has been rescheduled to November 6, 2021 from 8:30AM*-1:00PM Volunteers Needed! Plant Trees with OEC Youth. Learn about how trees improve air quality! Remember to dress accordingly, bring your water bottle and a positive attitude. We will provide the tools and training for …
OEC Summer Newsletter: End of Summer Banquet, Accepting Applications, Green Infrastructure Experience, Schiller Park Project, Americorps Experience, Summer along the Creekwalk, Elmwood Park a Hidden Gem.
You are Invited to a Community Meeting! Wednesday, June 23rd from 7:00pm @ Oxford parking lot: intersection @ Bellevue and Midland
Address: 201 Oxford St. Syracuse, NY 13202
Onondaga Earth Corps is looking for input from the community about signage along the Creek Walk! We need resident’s help to determine what topics are most interesting to learn about, and what features of the Creek Walk that you would most want showcased!