The US Fish and Wildlife Service’s YCC crew, consisting of 6 Springfield area students along with two team leaders, is working on greenspace restoration projects across the city of Springfield this summer.  Through this work, these individuals are able to gain valuable environmental knowledge and work experience, while simultaneously serving the community.  The YCC crew has just completed preliminary work on the Abbey Brook Project, by working on a clean-up of the area and by clearing some invasive species.  This summer, Springfield also hosted the YCC Summer ‘Spike Camp’, where over 50 participants from all over New England worked on various environmental restoration projects across the city.  The youth camped in Forest Park, living in tents, preparing their own meals and participated in activities related to environmental awareness.