HomeMy WebLinkAbout01.09.26 Attachment_Remarkable Courtyard Update 2026Oshkosh Courtyard:
Project Update
Prior to the project...
Our clients were able to get outside, but conditions were not ideal. We would
transport portable tables, chairs, and supplies through our warehouse to the side
parking lot. With the dumpsters, there were always a lot of bees buzzing around, and
very little shade.
However, our property on the north side of Oshkosh presented opportunity. We had green
space on the east side of our facility that had potential for open-air space where our clients
could enjoy activities, take breaks, and learn about concepts related to outdoor recreation,
gardening, etc.
Oshkosh Courtyard: Project Update (continued)
In 2025...
Left: We installed gutters to channel water way from the side lot. Center: We began excavating the land
to prepare for concrete walkways. Right: We constructed a pavilion to provide shade for activities.
Left: Gravel walkways, plants, and sod were installed, completing
the main components of the project.
Using the Courtyard
We held a community art festival in June as an initial
celebration of the project’s (near) completion. Our clients
LOVE Halloween, and they created a fun, spooky path to celebrate this holiday! We
plan to start gardening in raisedbeds this spring in order to grow healthy produce
that supports nutrition education for our youth and adult clients.
Left: Our youth program participated in the summer art festival, displaying projects they created
during our program. Center and Right: Groups of participants enjoy the fall weather, putting
together a Halloween display in the courtyard.
Thank you, City of Oshkosh, for supporting our project!