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Item Brookside Gardens Stroll for Wellness(Partnership for Action Learning in Sustainability (PALS), 2018) Barnes, Marquis; Duly, Olivia; Espinoza, Maria; Fields, Allison; Garcia, Catherine; Greenhawk, Rachel; Jackson, Jovon; Meilman, Jessica; Nola, Raena; Ren, Xiaoxuan; Rodado, Robert; Russell, Sherry; Schaum, Evan-Claire; Simpson, Lotoia; Tran, Cecilia; Whims, Jasmine; Young, Ryan; Sullivan, JackThe positive benefits of exposure to nature and green spaces related to wellness are well-documented. A structured walk in a garden or park setting, in combination with reflective journaling, has proven to be invaluable and life-changing to community members suffering from the adverse effects of stress and trauma suffering from grief, depression, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), and other types of trauma, all of which are becoming more prevalent in our society. The Morikami Japanese Gardens in Florida, the Bloedel Reserve in Washington, and other publicly accessible gardens have developed these types of guided wellness programs. These are often referred to as prescribed or suggested “strolls” that are mapped for improving mindful, active, and engaged contact with nature. A therapeutic walking program promotes well-being and resilience in the face of adversity. With the large population of veterans in Maryland communities, plus countless local medical providers serving clients suffering from a diverse challenges, Brookside Gardens is located and poised to serve these populations and improve wellness outcomes for a range of Maryland and regional residents. As Brookside Gardens is poised to expand on health and wellness programming, it has sought the assistance of the University of Maryland’s Partnership for Action Learning in Sustainability (PALS). PALS assists local governments while offering valuable real-world problem-solving experience for graduate and undergraduate students. In spring 2018, the Landscape Architecture Program collaborated with PALS and Brookside Gardens to create a Special Topics Course (LARC 489Z) that offered research and technical support for the proposed “Stroll for Wellness” program. There are many populations near the Gardens who might benefit from guided wellness programming, including those suffering from trauma, depression or chronic illness. A growing body of research has documented nature’s healing effects and Brookside Gardens offers a safe, inspirational setting where visitors can immerse themselves in nature with the kinetic experience of moving through garden spaces, a resource that can spark creativity and introspection.Item New Market Plains Vineyard Redesign(Partnership for Action Learning in Sustainability (PALS), 2018) Wilke, Audrey; Lipka, Evan; Duley, Olivia; Fields, Allison; Manning, Mia; Meilman, Jessica; Pajaro, Heyner; Young, Ryan; Garcia, Catherine; Barnes, Marquis; Smith, Abigail; Schaum, Evan-Claire; Harrington, Maria; Jackson, Jovan; MacSorley, Linda; Remesch, Greg; Greenhawk, Rachel; Nola, Dennis; Ferguson, KatieNew Market Plains Vineyard is situated on a 260+ acre farm in the town of New Market within Fredrick County, Maryland. The town of New Market and the owners of New Market Plains Vineyard, in coordination with the Partnership for Action Learning in Sustainability (PALS) and undergraduate Landscape Architecture students at the University of Maryland, are interested in developing the site to support and expand amenities available to visitors. Because the property has been in the family since its acquisition in 1747, the owners have a strong tie to the land and hope to continually display its historical significance and interpretive natural systems as part of the project, as they expand the event potential and expanded operations of the winery. The town of New Market is interested in promoting tourism and sharing in the rich history of the site. The site is impacted by highway noise, rock outcroppings, invasive plant species and some hydric soils. The attributes include vistas to the surrounding countryside, abundant water supply, meadows, grasslands, forest, elevation and exposure suitable for growing grapes, and excellent public access. To approach this project, four design teams were tasked with identifying the site’s opportunities and constraints with a focus on historic qualities, natural systems, and expanding vineyard operations. Each team expanded on these opportunities and constraints, some placing emphasis on business operations and others on historic value and educational opportunities. Using this analysis of the existing site conditions, the teams developed individual design programs of what elements they felt would best realize the property’s full potential. The teams made two visits to the site over the course of the project, to locate and identify areas of significance to their designs. Halfway through the design process the teams delivered an interim presentation to the vineyard owners; to receive feedback on the direction their work was taking. Using this review the teams completed their final designs, which include a master plan for the site, an enlarged plan for the main winery complex, and a grading plan for a new underground wine storage facility. The size of the site facilitated the implementation of nature trails of varying difficulty, which each team has incorporated in their design. Each individual member of the class also participated in a competition to design the new entry sign for the vineyard. The winning sign was designed by Rachel Greenhawk and is displayed on the cover of this document. Compiled in this booklet are the materials produced by the teams over the duration of this project. The results are a diverse and innovative selection of proposals, with the goal of serving as an examination of possibilities for future development. These designs provide the owners with various suggestions for how to restore their property and to elevate New Market Plains Vineyards into a thriving local destination.Item Prince George County Public Schools: Suitland High School & William Wirt Middle School(Partnership for Action Learning in Sustainability (PALS), 2018) Barnes, Marquis; Duley, Olivia; Ehrlich, Samuel; Fields, Allison; Garcia, Catherine; Greenhawk, Rachel; Harrington, Maria; Jackson, Jovon; Lipka, Evan; Manning, Mia; MacSorley, Linda; Meilman, Jessica; Pajaro, Heyner; Remesch, Gregory; Smith, Abigail; Schaum, Evan-Claire; Wilke, Audrey; Young, Ryan; Kweon, Byoung-Suk