Dolly
Sods Educational Materials
The
Dolly Sods educational material is the cornerstone of the public outreach
and safety campaign spearheaded by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers,
Huntington District. These materials were developed to benefit all of
the major stakeholders of the Dolly Sods area by promoting unexploded
ordnance (UXO) awareness and safety.
The
kids animated presentation and children’s brochure feature the
character “Wally the Woodchuck” explaining the “3
Important Rules of UXO Safety” in a fun and easy way. The educational
video provides site history, describes the important role Dolly Sods
played in WWII, and features USACE team members explaining the clean-up
efforts. The video is an extremely important tool for educators, first
responders and visitor centers. The train the trainer presentation was
specifically developed to educate teachers, first responders, law enforcement
and other community leaders about UXO safety at Dolly Sods. The adult
brochure and presentation employ the same simple message used for children,
but also features beautiful photos of the Dolly Sods area, real pictures
of UXO, and an explanation of FUDS and USACE activities. The trails
map is an essential element that did not exist before the completion
of this campaign.
