Great Falls students Halia Ochieng and Adalena Rogers have been awarded $150 grants from the Great Falls Garden Club as part of its efforts to promote establishment of native-habitat gardens in the community.
“The winners were chosen because of their demonstrated understanding of the importance of native plants, and understanding of the clear connection of those native plants to the wildlife and natural resources that habitat-gardening supports,” club members said in announcing the recipients.
The students were presented awards at a gathering held May 7 at Great Falls Library.
The students will be mentored by botanist Dr. Meghan McGinty as they prepare, plant and maintain their gardens. At the end of the summer, both students will submit a journal and pictures of observations regarding their projects.
