All Hands in the Dirt

All Hands in the Dirt reflects almost 30 years of school ground greening experience by Evergreen and valuable partners such as schools, parents and funders. The emphasis in this resource guide is truly on “all hands” – meaning everyone has something of value to contribute to the project.

The original version of All Hands in the Dirt was created in 2006 with support from the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources.

Evergreen is re-releasing this resource because its core message remains as vital today as it was 20 years ago. With growing awareness of climate change and the need for resilience, the importance of outdoor spaces for learning, play, and environmental connection has only increased. While the tools and context have certainly evolved, the need to bring school communities together around this work hasn’t. This updated edition reflects today’s challenges while staying true to the original vision.

This guide is intended for teachers, administrators, parents, older students, school boards and their local communities.