Our Mauston Habitat ReStore is deconstructing the outdoor classroom building at the Necedah National Wildlife Refuge. This classroom has a large quantity of fairly new high-end vinyl siding, interior knotty pine panels, many thermal pane windows and other items. These materials will be available for sale at the ReStore in the coming weeks.

Volunteer Dick Durrett has started initial work on the deconstruction, and will lead all other volunteers. Dick, a long standing volunteer at Habitat, is very experienced in this type of work and recently led the deconstruction of a house on Tremont Street in Mauston.

With any large deconstruction comes the need for volunteers. Volunteers would help with removing panels and windows from the interior of the building. Deconstruction projects are a fun way to see the exact opposite of Habitat’s usual projects: rather than building a house, why not help us tear one down? If this sounds like a good opportunity for you to serve your community, contact Dane at the ReStore (608-847-2000) and ask about volunteering.

Deconstruction is an important resource for the Restore. A project like this helps us keep the store well stocked, and proceeds support our homebuilding projects. If you or anyone you know needs a deconstruction done on their property, please contact Dailene Fry at (608) 847-2000.