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Vernal Pool and SAW Improvements

Project Description

We will dig ephemeral wetlands, creating vernal pools in a low-lying area of the South Arboretum Woods. We will also continue improving the biodiversity of the entire forest through invasive removal, burning, and understory seeding.

This proposal directly funds:

1. Hand Sprayer

2. Clearing Saw

3. Leafblower

4. Driptorch

5. Safety Equipment

6. Seed Mix

7. Herbicide & Supplies

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Funding Details

Student Campus Environment Fee (SCEF) - 303692
Fiscal Year Status Amount Date Operations
2025 Allocated $9,087.60 4/28/2025 Edit | Delete

SSC Basic Info

Year Started: 2025
Semester: Spring
Status: Active
Student Led? Yes
Project Category: Land, Air, and Water

SSC Project Team

Project Lead:

Joshua Robinson ( jcr10@illinois.edu)

Financial Advisor:

Lisa Kelly (kellywil@illinois.edu)

Project Advisor:

Justin Vozzo (vozzo2@illinois.edu)

Illinois Green Fund - Student Sustainability Committee