Up from the UnderStory Blog Debuts as a Community Blog!

Even though the Up from the UnderStory project wrapped up, there is still the opportunity to acknowledge and participate in community revitalization through the Up from the UnderStory blog. During the Up from the UnderStory project (March-June 2008) each young participant contributed to our project blog to share her/his images and discoveries as well as invite ongoing feedback and discussion of their work. With the wrap-up of the project we would like to keep the blog alive by making it an active Blue Mountain Community Blog. The best way to keep a blog alive is to encourage community participation.

You might be wondering what exactly is a community blog and how can I become involved? A Community blog showcases local news, events, and regional issues that affect the quality of life for those living or working in the Blue Mountain area. It is like an electronic community bulletin board that can be accessed by anyone who has computer access and is interested in the well-being of the community. A community blog can become successful if different community members post entries (text and pictures are welcome) and comment regularly about the life and goings on in the Blue Mountain area. If you are interested about becoming a blogger please email me at mnchordas@ucdavis.edu and let me know you are interested in posting on the Up from the UnderStory blog.

Shortly after you email me you will receive an invitation email from blogger that will provide you with step-by-step instructions on setting up your blogger profile. Once you have set-up your profile you are all set to post! Introduce yourself, let others know about community events, and local community efforts. Remember anyone with access to a computer can blog. It is simple, easy, and FUN.