Gregory's Eagle Project: February 26, 2011
After much investigation and consultation with various county organizations, Gregory decided to do a service project for Lake Ridge Park in our neighborhood. Gregory rows on Gar-Field High School's Crew Team, which uses the docks at LR Park for practices, along with four other high schools, and so he felt a desire to do something to improve the park that he uses so often. The park manager, Jane England, proposed several possible projects, and Gregory chose to make reserve and name signs for the eight picnic areas and pavilions in the park; and also to make a sign for the crew teams to regulate dock usage while the teams are practicing.
Gregory approached the store manager at Home Depot about discounts and donations for the materials he needed to make the signs. Mr. Vernon Maupin was so impressed with Gregory's manner and professionalism. He agreed to give a 10% discount on all wood purchased from Home Depot, and all other materials (such as hardware, paint, hinges, etc.) would be donated free of cost.
Gregory's first work day was dedicated to painting all the wood brown--6x6 posts, 4x4 posts, and boards for signs.
Christina and her brown fingers.
Dad painting signs
Gregory painting posts.
Our own little "Stonehenge" in the garage!
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