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Day: March 27, 2024

Journal Entry 17

Journal Entry 17

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Tony stopped by my room in the admin hallway. He said he
wanted to help. I guess this is his way of saying he is sorry for being
mad at me.

It’s been a long night. Tony, Matt, Jonas and I (under the cover
of darkness) went to the Central campus. There was a lot of activity
even at the hour that we were snooping. The guards seem to all be
visible. No need to hide, the size of these people would keep most
people away. Of course, we don’t know exactly what is going on
inside. We snuck around the entire campus. No one seemed to be
guarding the east end backside of the building. The door was even
unlocked. We went inside. The classrooms in this hallway were all
locked and empty. At least the rooms we peaked into were empty.
Things seemed a little too easy. Feeling uncomfortable with the ease
that we entered we decided to quietly leave. Ok, we can get in. Which
means we should be able to get information to each other? The next
step is to get someone into the Bobcat gang.

The Agriculture Club

The Agriculture Club

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Jake, Maya, and Ethan surveyed the sorry state of their crops at the back of Bear Country High School. The bug infestation was getting worse by the day, and they knew they needed all the help they could get from their fellow residents to rescue as much food as possible.

Maya, the determined and organized leader of the Agriculture Club, gathered the four volunteers who had shown up to help. She divided the tasks efficiently, assigning each person to a specific area of the garden.

“Alright, Tommy, you’re on pest control duty,” Maya instructed, pointing to a tall, lanky boy with a determined look in his eyes. “Samantha, you and Joey focus on weeding out the dead plants and put everything in the compost bins. And Emily, you’ll help Ethan with collecting the fruits and vegetables that can be used.”

Ethan, the practical and caring member of the group, chimed in, “Remember to drink water and take breaks when you need them. But we can’t afford to dawdle. If we don’t save as many plants as possible, we’ll be trading with other gangs just to avoid starving.”

Jake, the resourceful and thoughtful one, distributed the few sets of gloves they had salvaged from the school’s storage rooms. “Make sure to return these at the end of your shift,” he reminded everyone. “Other people will need them too.”

Maya added, her voice firm but kind, “And don’t forget about canning. We need to preserve as much of the harvest as we can. We’ll start in the evening, and we still need volunteers. Spread the word, and I’ll put up a message on the admin hall bulletin board.”

With a nod from Maya, the volunteers dispersed, ready to tackle their assigned tasks and spread the word about the upcoming canning session. Despite the challenges they faced, Jake, Maya, and Ethan remained determined to save their crops and ensure the survival of their community at Bear Country High School.

Canning beans with Maya

Canning beans with Maya

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Maya stood before her group of volunteers, a sense of purpose radiating from her as she prepared to guide them through the process of canning green beans.

“Alright, everyone,” Maya began, her voice steady and confident. “Canning green beans isn’t too complicated, but it’s important to follow each step carefully to ensure the food stays safe to eat.”

Madie watched from the sidelines, her admiration for Maya growing with each passing moment. She had never realized the extent of Maya’s knowledge and resourcefulness, nor the hidden treasures within Bear Country.

“First,” Maya continued, “we need to prepare the beans. Make sure they’re washed and trimmed, removing any blemishes or tough ends.”

The volunteers nodded, listening intently as Maya demonstrated the process. Madie couldn’t help but marvel at Maya’s expertise. She had been eating the food grown and preserved by the Agriculture Club without ever truly understanding the effort and skill behind it.

“Once the beans are ready,” Maya instructed, “we’ll blanch them in boiling water for a few minutes to preserve their color and texture.”

Madie listened intently at Maya’s instructions. She didn’t want to make a mistake in the process.

“After blanching,” Maya continued, “we’ll pack the beans tightly into sterilized jars, leaving a little space at the top. Then, we’ll cover them with boiling water and seal the jars tightly.”

Madie listened to Maya, suddenly realizing just how much she had underestimated the members of the Agriculture Club. They were not just residents of Bear Country; they were heroes, keeping their community fed and thriving in the face of adversity.

“Finally,” Maya concluded, “we’ll process the jars in a boiling water bath for the specified time to kill any bacteria and ensure the beans stay fresh.”

Madie nodded in understanding, grateful for Maya’s expertise and leadership. As the she and the other volunteers set to work, Madie couldn’t help but feel a sense of hope for the future of Bear Country High School.