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I will be constructing two benches to be used at the Newport Beach Environmental NatureCenter. The benches will ultimately replace one pre-existing bench which the ENC refers to asthe “waterfall” bench, and a location in need of a bench. The existing bench is antiquated, and isseeing signs of structural degeneration, and the second location is near a large map whereseating would be ideal, so the need for a new bench in both locations is evident.The bench should be able to reasonably fit 3-4 adults safely and comfortably. The bench mustalso fit into its natural surroundings, meaning it should be composed of eco-friendly materialsand be natural colors (greens and browns) that mix well with the ENC campus.I will be building a bench similar in scale to benches already existing across the ENC campus,with dimensions roughly six feet wide, 32 inches in height, and 20 inches in depth.
Who Will Benefit
The Environmental Nature Center located at 1601 16th Street, Newport Beach, CA will be theprimary benefactor of this project.I have spent a lot of time with a Mr. Mark Maeseele, the acting ENC's Eagle Scout coordinatorand store manager*, who initially presented the need to have one bench replaced and oneadditional bench. This need has also been expressed by the ENC in the attached letter of need.The current bench is in “bad need of repair” and the new bench is especially needed given theover “16,000 students” expected in the coming school year. With all those students who will usethe benches, it is of the utmost importance that the benches be of a safe build and design.The current bench is showing signs of falling apart, in this way my bench will add to the safety ofthe campus. Given the center's recently remodeled buildings and modern appeal, replacing thecurrent bench's outdated design with a new bench will also serve to enhance the aestheticappeal of the ENC.
*Mr. Maeseele can be reached by email at mark@encenter.org or by phone (949) 645-8489
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Site Description
The standing bench is situated along a wide path, and towards the rear of a staging areareferred to by ENC employees as the “waterfall.” There is a significant amount of vegetationand brush behind and to the sides of the bench that make up the natural landscape.The second location is in the far back of the center, and adjacent to a large map and descriptionof special aspects of the ENC. A bench here will allow visitors to take a break while they learnabout the park.
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I have attached initial sketches done by design architect, Mr. Donnie DeWees,* that outline thevisual look, estimated dimensions, and structural issues of the bench design. I havesupplemented his drawings with 3D models created using Google SketchUp which betterillustrate the look of the bench as a whole, and offer finite dimensions.
*Mr. Donnie DeWees can be contacted by email at ddewees@socal.rr.com
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Debbie Fox Drury

Jacob, would love to see a copy of your fundraising letter. Could you please email it to me? DKD1115@aol.com My son is currently working on his Eagle Project and we're having a hard time finding examples of fund raising letters. Thanks!

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