Earth Korps is a Non-Profit organization in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley that was started in 2009 by a 22 year old river enthusiast that goes by the name of “Captain” Beau Morgan.
His love for the river comes naturally: His grandfather is Harry Murray, owner of Murray’s Fly Shop in Edinburg. Murray has written books on fishing and is a fishing guide.
As a result of spending most of his life on the river, Captain Morgan frequently noticed the pollution and garbage. He would clean out what he could or make mental notes of areas that needed particular attention.
That being said, the whole purpose of the project is to clean the masses of physical pollution that are desecrating the Shenandoah’s natural beauty.
The problem of pollution has been around for a long time, but for some reason no one has ever taken up a full time position in the pursuit of collection of such things. That’s all about to change. Our mission is to do as much as we can for this modern day natural wonder. Welcome to Earth Korps, the action behind the idea.
“Some days I do it for pleasure, other days I’m on a mission.”
-Captain-
The Captain Posing for the N.V.D on the Banks of the Shenandoah River just days before the annual “Shenandoah Riverside Festival”, Earth Korps’ annual Fundraiser.
Greetings,
I’m writing to let you know about the Virginia launch of Cox Conserves Heroes, a new conservation awards program created by The Trust for Public Land and Cox Communication that honors volunteers who work to create, preserve and improve the shared outdoor spaces in our communities. We believe these behind-the-scenes heroes make our community a better, healthier place to live, and by showcasing them, we hope to inspire more people to take an active role in local conservation.
I’m hoping you can help spread the word about the program to your circle of partners, friends and supporters. A mention in your e-newsletter or a web/blog post would do the trick. We’re accepting online nominations through January 31, after which, five finalists will be featured on TV and online. The winner, chosen by public vote, will receive $5,000 to award to his or her favorite environmental nonprofit (the remaining four finalists each receive $1250 for their chosen nonprofit.)
In the markets where Heroes has run so far — Atlanta, Seattle, New Orleans, San Francisco, and San Diego — the finalists’ nonprofits all have benefited greatly from the media exposure, regardless of who wins. So here’s to one of your volunteers becoming a finalist!
For more information about the program: http://www.coxconservesheroes.com
And to nominate someone: http://www.coxconservesheroes.com/hampton-roads-va.aspx
Eligibility FAQs
http://www.coxconservesheroes.com/hampton-roads-va/faq.aspx
Regards,
Shoshannah Flach
Electronic Marketing Manager
The Trust for Public Land