The Problem
Roots & Shoots at CNU aims to lessen the runoff pollution into Lake Maury, by rehabilitating the riparian buffer at Causey's Mill. Causey's Mill is Newport News landmark located on the edge of Lake Maury and is close to a hospital and a major road that both lead to runoff pollution at the site. Our goal is to help reduce this runoff from the surrounding area, while also educating the public who frequent the park, and the Newport News Community on the benefits of a riparian buffer.