This morning as I have coffee in Jasper, one of the most beautiful settings in the world, I can't help but reflect on Earth Day and Rotary's impact on keeping our planet healthy.  We had some fabulous speakers at the District Conference this weekend, including young people speaking on peace and environmentalism, and an expert on coral reefs addressing reef bleaching and rejuvenation. Incredibly interesting topics and certainly timely.  As Rotarians, broadening our scope of knowledge and translating that knowledge into action is a responsibility we take seriously.

 

Just as important, however, is our "boots on the ground" work.  This weekend we had a solid crew from our Club come out for the Corporate Clean Up Challenge.  Three generations of Club members participated in spring clean up to keep our neighborhood healthy and thriving. Showing up to do the work is what we do and on behalf of the Club, we extend our sincerest thanks to those who came out.

 

Bright lights at the District Conference included all the young people engaged in good work.  Interactors, Rotaractors, and Youth Exchange students came out and showed off their drive to make change.  Keeping those young people in our sights will bring Rotary, and our planet, into a secure future.

 

Enjoy the spring and be sure to pause and breathe some of that fresh air.