UCSC Campus Natural Reserve student interns take their learning outdoors, building skills and growing as they prepare to be our Earth's next stewards, ecologists, natural historians, environmental educators, and connected individuals. This doesn't stop when the rain starts, so we are raising funds to purchase rain gear (rain jackets, rain pants, rain boots) to help our students stay safe and comfortable while working outside.
This will increase equity in our program, as students will be prepared without needing to purchase their own gear—the cost of which may cause some students to avoid applying to our internships and gaining the skills and experiences that can give them a step forward when applying for future jobs and advancing their budding careers. We at the UCSC Campus Natural Reserve believe strongly in providing opportunities for all students, regardless of their financial resources, to pursue their interests and dreams. We also love to get outside and find salamanders and other critters in our rainy winter forests, and the students do too!
As with many other programs, our budgets have shrunk quite a bit in the last couple of years, and we don't have as much discretionary funding for these kinds of purchases. Your donation makes a huge difference in our ability to provide necessary gear to the awesome students participating in our programs. Many thanks for your generosity!
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