<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[ECO Georgia]]></title><description><![CDATA[Eco Georgia]]></description><link>https://www.ecogeorgia.org/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 11:46:42 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.ecogeorgia.org/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[ECO’s 2025 Year in Review]]></title><description><![CDATA[Looking back on ECO’s first full year as a non-profit organization, there is so much to be grateful for. As oyster aquaculture continues to revive in Georgia, we have been met with overwhelming support and backing from our community. Georgia’s 100 miles of coastline is an abundant resource that needs to be preserved and protected for future generations, a mission we believe is best achieved by investing in our students, the upcoming generation of leaders. By partnering with local...]]></description><link>https://www.ecogeorgia.org/post/eco-s-2025-year-in-review</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69fe1b3a20805f9d8a86ed61</guid><pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2025 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/74c00c_0a5517231b49473da64dc72a2694f4d2~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Anna Roach</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia Oyster Revival 2025 Success: How Our Community Doubled Support for Hands-On Coastal Education!]]></title><description><![CDATA[ECO hosted our second annual Georgia Oyster Revival on November 9th and doubled our revenue from the previous year! This would not have been possible without the support of our amazing community members who make this event successful! This sunny day was filled with over 6,000 oysters consumed, 300 excited participants, 18 chef’s, 8 beverage partners, and 5 Georgia growers! The Georgia Oyster Revival provides a majority of the funding for ECO’s yearly programming costs and allows us to partner...]]></description><link>https://www.ecogeorgia.org/post/georgia-oyster-revival-2025-success-how-our-community-doubled-support-for-hands-on-coastal-educatio</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69fe1a9cecab901137516a4e</guid><pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2025 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/74c00c_d99885ac9a8f4384995259c6d925ebf0~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Anna Roach</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Meet the Board: Dodie Sanders]]></title><description><![CDATA[How did you get involved with ECO? I am always looking for ways to connect people with the natural world around them, especially oyster reef communities. ECO's role and mission is a natural fit for me and the work I want to be involved with. What is your background? I currently have a role with the University of Georgia Marine Extension and Georgia Sea Grant as an informal marine educator and boat captain. I am a biologist by training and have experience in both environmental research,...]]></description><link>https://www.ecogeorgia.org/post/meet-the-board-dodie-sanders</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69fe19a94f7ebdc9f6aa85b9</guid><pubDate>Mon, 14 Jul 2025 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/74c00c_78c8ef014851491590c811855542af01~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Dodie Sanders</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teacher Spotlight: Bringing Oyster Farming to the Classroom]]></title><description><![CDATA[As an elementary educator at St. Andrews School in Savannah, Georgia, I have the privilege of teaching third-grade students in a dynamic classroom environment. My focus is on subjects that lay the foundation for critical thinking and environmental awareness: math, science, and social studies. Working in such a diverse and vibrant region—especially one nestled along the coast—presents a unique opportunity to merge local culture and ecology into my teaching. Why do you think it's important for...]]></description><link>https://www.ecogeorgia.org/post/teacher-spotlight-bringing-oyster-farming-to-the-classroom</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69fe188cecab901137516547</guid><pubDate>Wed, 26 Feb 2025 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/74c00c_fed4a389b56a494d8318914cdd077d5c~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sarah Cantrell</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[2024 in Review: The Collective Effort Behind ECO]]></title><description><![CDATA[ECO Georgia has experienced a transformative year, marked by significant achievements in advocating for sustainable oyster farming, community engagement, and coastal ecosystem preservation. As the organization reflects on its milestones, it also looks forward to expanding its impact in 2025. Program Highlights In 2024, ECO Georgia launched several initiatives aimed at educating and involving the community in coastal conservation: Educational Partnerships: Collaborations with local schools,...]]></description><link>https://www.ecogeorgia.org/post/2024-in-review-the-collective-effort-behind-eco</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69fe17e020805f9d8a86e4fc</guid><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jan 2025 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/74c00c_3baf08e60daf4c069ca7d39132b0042c~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Anna Roach</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>