EARTH CONSERVATION CORPS LEGACY

A Legacy of Service, Restoration, and Hope

The Earth Conservation Corps brought together young people, environmental leaders, educators, volunteers, and community partners around a shared mission: restoring the Anacostia River and creating opportunities through service.

Building a Legacy

The legacy includes habitat restoration, environmental education, youth leadership, public service, and the successful return of the bald eagle to Washington, DC.

The People Behind the Work

This page recognizes the dedication of Corps members, staff, volunteers, scientists, educators, and community supporters whose collective efforts made restoration possible.

Connection to Twan's Eagle Watch Foundation

Twan's Eagle Watch Foundation is an independent organization. It preserves and documents this history through photographs, video, interviews, field notes, and educational storytelling so the legacy remains accessible to future generations.

Lessons for the Future

The Earth Conservation Corps story demonstrates that long-term commitment, community partnerships, and environmental stewardship can create lasting change.

Explore River History • Visit Eagle Watch • Discover TAM Academy • Support the Mission

The legacy of restoration belongs to everyone who helped heal the river and inspired future generations to continue the work.