We are about to do something amazing!
So many talk about doing it...
... but there are billions of reasons why it must be done; you're one of them.
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Throughout my career, I have been involved in a wide variety of ground-zero events. For more than two decades, as I built models for hurricane tracking, I began to notice concerning trends. During my most recent project, I analyzed data stretching back to the 1800s. The results were profoundly unsettling, and the realization compelled me to take action. The data broke me.
As of July 5, 2024, I became the proud owner of 160 acres of land. Why? Climate.
I have the Deed and the desire to do something amazing. We live in an era where the climate crisis has been dulled into background noise, acknowledged, yet often ignored. Many with the means to enact meaningful change seem instead to profit from the unraveling, whether by conscious choice or quiet indifference. I hesitate to label them as apathetic or unaware, but I wonder how often they consider the gravity of what lies ahead for generations yet to be born. If those with power will not do anything, I cannot control that, but I have a lot of control over how I react and what I do.
I’m not growing trees for us, not for applause, or legacy; I’m doing it for the future. For the children of tomorrow, whose parents haven’t even met yet. Someday, those lives will entwine. New stories will begin. Those children of tomorrow will grow into their hopes, loves, and struggles; we should not leave them with a planet in peril.
So, the question stands: What are we planting today for the hearts that haven’t yet begun to beat? What will those children inherit, not just in land and sky, but in compassion and courage from the few who chose to take action?
I am trying to establish a research center focusing on outreach and education. Above all, we (anyone joining me) will strive to share science in an engaging and accessible way while making a positive impact on the world. Together, we can inspire change and restore our planet for future generations.
Jackson’s campus is in the desert, and it's challenging. It's as dry as a bone and gets incredibly hot. The location is surrounded by predators like big cats, peccaries, and mountain lions. We also get visits from small but highly poisonous creatures like rattlesnakes and Bark scorpions. Most would say that the odds are against us or that what we are trying to do is impossible, but we're here to restore balance or die trying. We hope you enjoy watching the transformation. If you would like to buy me a coffee, click here.
The last few items we need for the Weather Station build in November is here
Millions of seeds and thousands of thriving trees spread across 160 acres, with one endless road stretching ahead. Welcome to my mission.
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Or a summary of the plan here
Wouldn't it be nice to have just one day without doomscrolling?
Today, I want to offer you a glimmer of good news, but first, we have to touch on one brutal truth: the climate crisis.
Observe the data. Catastrophic flooding events are increasing in frequency and intensity, no longer fitting the statistical mold of rare, once-in-500-year occurrences. Global surface temperatures continue to break historical records, reflecting a clear upward trend in climate volatility. No, this shift is not theoretical; it’s experiential. Step outside, see for yourself. The crisis is far worse than it is being reported or considered.
Yet despite the severity, there is a scientifically grounded path forward. The trajectory can be altered. To reduce atmospheric carbon concentrations, we must accelerate carbon sequestration, redirecting excess CO₂ into stable biological reservoirs. One of the most effective and scalable methods is through photosynthetic organisms: trees. We harness nature's carbon capture technology by expanding forest cover and restoring degraded ecosystems.
I bought 160 acres of land, and I intend to grow as many trees as I can to grow a lush forest. 160 acres is not enough, but I know that faith without works is dead. If we continue to do nothing, inaction will only lead to nothing left for future generations. Perhaps two generations away from a permanently altered world. We owe children more than tokens of positive thoughts and contradictory prayers.
My land is unforgiving; it is hot, arid, and teeming with hazards.
Yet I’m determined to transform it into a thriving forest. I’ve immersed myself in scientific peer-reviewed papers, unconventional gardening hacks, and scientific innovations to make this vision possible, and the learning curve has been steep, but exhilarating.
My experiments span a wide spectrum: from exposing tree seeds to ethylene gas to enhance stress tolerance, to light spectrum recipes, to designing biomimetic systems that harvest atmospheric moisture, to integrating time-tested agricultural practices for soil regeneration and crop support.
I am one person. But I often wonder: how much further could this go, how much more could we restore, if I were joined by others who share this vision?
Joining a cause in name alone is not enough.
Real change demands more than affiliation; it requires conviction. We must nurture a deep, personal passion for transformation and take full ownership of the work ahead. Assuming others will carry the burden is a comforting lie. The responsibility is ours. The time is now.
My backyard now holds 28 species of trees, each grown from seed, each a quiet act of defiance against despair. My garage is packed with equipment, tools for restoration, for resilience, and to work the land. But I’m tired, man.
I know I won’t live long enough to sit beneath the towering canopy of the trees I plant. But maybe, just maybe, future generations of children will. If one day, a child finds peace beneath the shade of a tree I once planted in the soil… that thought alone is enough to keep me going, and I hope that it inspires you to do the same.
NASA will fly your name around the moon and even land probes on Mars with your digitized namesake. But what if you could be remembered for doing something closer to home?
Some of the trees we plant will live for centuries. They will stand as living bridges to future generations, offering shade, resilience, and a quiet message of hope for the children and their children.
If you’ve ever felt the call to restore, to reconnect, to rise—this is your invitation.
Let’s grow something enduring, together.
While I cannot guarantee the survival of every tree planted, I am doing this with everyone's participation in mind.
I have also created a spreadsheet with:
- Garmin GPS coordinates of each tree
- Type of tree planted
- Height
- Growth rate
- Potential lifespan of the tree (some trees can live 200 to 300 years)
If you would like to dedicate a tree to someone or have your tree planted, I am happy to assist. Climate change is happening, and if all we do is talk about it, nothing will ever get done. That's why I decided to buy the land.
Like NASA, this is not an instant program. There is time between visits to the property. Once your tree is in the ground, I can provide the coordinates or share them however you prefer. Soon, I will have a certificate available that you can print with your tree’s location.
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Avoid Scams: No one from my organization will ever ask visitors for money. Anyone interested in participating in this project should only use the mechanisms in place. However, we now offer merchandise, an Amazon wish list, and a BuyMeACoffee option, but we will never solicit funds via email or phone. These systems were set up to avoid trolls, bots, and scammers. Your privacy is extremely important.
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Our mission is to reverse over a century of damage and give Mother Nature the helping hand she deserves. But we're not just planting trees and building check dams. We're using innovative water retention designs and ingenious hacks to tap into the earth's biology and chemistry, making our approach unique.
The damage is evident, but knowing the symptoms allows us to diagnose, treat, and regenerate the soil in targeted ways. Our starting point is microscopic, and we gradually build up to larger plants, shrubs, and trees. With any luck, keystone species will move back into our region.
About Jackson Earth Restoration Project
The work being done
I dedicate this tree
I dedicate this tree
The reality of the climate crisis is undeniable. While debates persist, the past century of weather data tells a clear story: the Earth is getting warmer.
This is not my "day job," no, I am doing this because I genuinely care. Change is not just necessary; it is urgent.
I asked myself, if I do nothing at all, then what hope is there? Eve
The reality of the climate crisis is undeniable. While debates persist, the past century of weather data tells a clear story: the Earth is getting warmer.
This is not my "day job," no, I am doing this because I genuinely care. Change is not just necessary; it is urgent.
I asked myself, if I do nothing at all, then what hope is there? Every action, no matter how modest, contributes to the greater effort of healing our planet.
I dedicate this tree
I dedicate this tree
I dedicate this tree
I own the land, the seeds, and the trees—everything needed to make a small difference.
The dedication trees I’m planting are free, something I would do regardless. By offering them to those who wish to help but can't, I hope to give others a sense of contribution toward climate action.
Each person who requests a tree will receive its GPS
I own the land, the seeds, and the trees—everything needed to make a small difference.
The dedication trees I’m planting are free, something I would do regardless. By offering them to those who wish to help but can't, I hope to give others a sense of contribution toward climate action.
Each person who requests a tree will receive its GPS coordinates, so one day, they may visit and find the living symbol of their commitment.
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