John D's project consisted of clearing out drainage ditches at Eleanor Lawrence Park, part of the Fairfax Country Park System, and removing trash from the area. The drainage system had become completely clogged and overgrown over the years and was no longer functional.
At the "headquarters tent" first thing in the morning The adventure begins . . .
Clearing out the lower part of the drainage area
Trash in the upper part of the drainage area -- the concrete drainage ditch is completely covered over by dirt and debris
Pizza!
Mrs. Maroney reinvigorates the crew by bringing popsicles!!
The upper drainage ditch following hours of Scout labor
The entire bed of Chris's pickup is filled with bags of trash from the worksite.