2. Helping Young Adults Find Careers
LVI was established in 2006, as a nonprofit organization dedicated to
providing environmental job
training to young adults between
the ages of 17-29. This program
was founded by Patrick Barnes, a
professional geologist who had a
vision to involve inner city youth
of New Orleans in the greatest
career opportunity, restoring and
sustaining the environment.
4. PLANTERS GROVE PARK
-This park was created by LVI in partnership with the Planters
Corporation as a way to beautify the neighborhood. It is located in
the Central City neighborhood of New Orleans, Louisiana.
- We learn marketable job skills by maintaining the park for the
community.
5. Environmental Technician
Skills Learned Through:
-Water quality sampling
- Removal of invasive species - fauna/flora
-Mapping were we find these plants or animals
-Cleaning up trash around this parks
Glisson Park
Jean Lafitte National Park
6. Water Quality Sampling
(increased knowledge of environmental changes)
-Clarity/Secchi tube
-Temperature
-Salinity/Refractometer
-pH level
-Dissolved oxygen(DO)
12. Future Goals of
Limitless Vistas, Inc.
Increase number of at–risk young adults reached by
the program
Increase training and certifications offered
Purchase additional tools and equipment needed for
training
Fund additional volunteer opportunities