Activity: Have students research "shelterbelts" and other types of conservation efforts used during the 1930's in the Dust Bowl. This can be done using the internet and other sources. Shelterbelts were trees planted to help stop wind erosion during the 1930's in the Dust Bowl. Have them research a place around or on campus where they can plant their own shelterbelt. They can also raise $10 to donate to The National Arbor Day Foundation and get 10 free trees to plant. Have them water trees and keep track of their growth.

Useful websites:
http://www.arborday.org/
http://www.weathernotebook.org/transcripts/2002/02/25.html