Salish BioChar

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Vision Statement

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Whether human-made or naturally occurring, our environment is degrading at an accelerating rate.

Overwhelming evidence shows that human action can mitigate this environmental damage.

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We protect, repair and replenish our environment,

including air, water and soil.

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Mission Statement

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On a community level, we adopt, develop and deploy "low tech" solutions to protect and improve our environment.

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Work Plan

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Establishing Entity

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We incorporated as a Washington State nonprofit in June 2020.

During 2021, we intend to:

- Apply for 501(c) 3 status.

- "Complete" our website.

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Ongoing Work

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We have purchased a Ring Of Fire kiln and have established collaborative agreements to work on 4 parcels of land this season (and beyond).

During 2021, we intend to:

- "Complete" clearing Scotch Broom and Himalayan blackberries (invasives) from 2 properties.

- Plant trees/shrubs on 2 properties.

- Produce charcoal/biochar on 3 properties.

- Complete rainwater capture system and aerated compost system on a property.

- Retrieve and repurpose lumber from demolition site.

- We are also collaborating with Vashon Tool Library to establish a WorkerSpace.

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