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In January 2024, the Urban Corps of San Diego received $280,000 from the California Natural Resources Agency’s Youth Community Access Program to give 300 Corpsmembers unique opportunities to experience San Diego’s cultural and natural resources, kickstarting an exciting year of monthly outdoor adventures for its Corpsmembers. Since receiving the funding, Urban Corps has provided its members with opportunities to engage in activities like kayaking near Liberty Station, hiking, mountain biking, native seed harvesting, and bird with San Diego Bird Alliance. This has opened new doors for Corpsmembers, many of whom have never had the opportunity to engage in outdoor recreation before. Through these experiences, Corpsmembers are gaining a deeper appreciation for the environment, which complements their environmental work on projects like tree planting and trail restoration. Additionally, the funding supports the Corpsmember Advisory Board, a leadership program where Corpsmembers develop valuable skills while working on projects that benefit their peers and the community. This initiative is part of the Outdoors for All program, launched by Governor Newsom to make outdoor experiences more accessible to underserved communities. For Urban Corps, it’s a chance to enhance the career training and life skills that help young adults thrive in the workforce and in their communities. Shout out to #CALeg and California Governor for #OutdoorsForAll #LocalCorpsStrength

Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Natural Resource announced that the Homewood-Flossmoor Park District has been awarded $600,000 in matching funds through the State of Illinois’ Open Space Land Acquisition and Development (OSLAD) Program to assist in the renovation of Irwin Park. Tentative plans include a new playground, rain garden with pollinator plants, story walk, seating areas and more. These improvements will not only enhance the park's aesthetic appeal but also make it a more inclusive, and more enjoyable space for residents of all ages. We will continue to keep you all updated as we we move forward with this project.

To wrap up #EarthMonth, this weekend I graduated from Forest ReLeaf of Missouri's Tree Stewardship program, which included 12 hours of classroom instruction and 15 hours of volunteer work. Over the past month, I participated in some local volunteer activities, including: 🌳 Planting trees along the Great Rivers Greenway 🌱 Potting tree seedlings at the Forest ReLeaf nursery 🌷 Pulling tulips at the Missouri Botanical Garden 🚮 Picking up trash and removing invasive species with Open Space STL 🧤 Mulching and pruning park trees with STL Neighborhood Foresters The most important thing I learned during this program ... There are some amazing organizations in St. Louis making our city a greener, healthier and more beautiful place to live. If you're like me and at times feel overwhelmed by the immense amount of work needed to safeguard our environment, go out and give a few hours of your time at one of these (or similar) organizations. You'll feel better knowing that you made a lasting and positive impact on your community. That, and say no to mulch volcanoes 😉 (Seriously though, they're awful for trees.) If you're in the St. Louis region, please check out these incredible organizations. #volunteer #arborday #earthday #stlouis #sustainability #community #conservation

The Zoo Society provides Cleveland Metroparks Zoo $3 million for programs, operating support, and capital improvement projects each year. https://lnkd.in/dHUa65r #GivingTuesday #GivingZooDay

🌿 Planting Seeds of Reflection: A Journey with Keep Growing Detroit 🌻 Earlier this week, our team had the incredible opportunity to step out of the office and immerse ourselves in the transformative work of Keep Growing Detroit. This remarkable organization is a beacon of community connection, fostering local gardens and cultivating fresh produce right within our city's heart. As we got our hands dirty, delicately separating tiny growing seedlings and tenderly planting them in their new homes, I was struck by two profound lessons: SLOW DOWN 🐢: Amidst the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, there's immense beauty in the stillness. Taking those silent moments to reflect not only brings peace but also serves as a poignant reminder to pause and appreciate life's simple joys. Embracing Change 🌱 : Transplanting these seedlings mirrored our own journeys of growth. By gently uprooting them from their familiar surroundings and providing them with more space to flourish, we were setting them up for success. It reminded me of the importance of navigating times of change and uncertainty in our own lives. Sometimes, we need to be 'repotted'—although it may be daunting and involve risks, it ultimately offers the room we need to truly thrive and grow. Engaging in this small yet meaningful activity sparked profound reflections on personal growth and resilience. It's a testament to the power of community and the invaluable lessons nature teaches us. Let's continue to nurture our own growth journeys while uplifting those around us. Together, we can cultivate not only flourishing gardens but also vibrant communities. #KeepGrowing #CommunityEngagement #PersonalGrowth #Reflections #EmbraceChange #LinkedInPost Feel free to share your thoughts and reflections in the comments below! 🌟

"From the discussions I have had about nature, most people think that nature exists in a sort of chaotic state. While that might be true in some aspects; the random weeds growing on the side of the road, or that one flower that decides to be a slightly different shade than the rest in the garden, I think it it easy to see the organization and intentional structure of the trees and the bees, the flowers and the leaves." ✍ Anna Kerr, Ozark Field Crew Leader/ AmeriCorps Member https://lnkd.in/g3Vunshg #EnvironmentalCareers #ConservationCareers #ServiceYear #CareerExperience #YearOutdoors #ServeOutdoors [Image Description] A large broadleaved tree. Text on the side reads "New Blog Post"

For more than 50 years, Earth Day has signified a time for people to come together to invest in the health of the environment both locally and globally.🌎 As one of the largest groups of land managers and community service providers, park and recreation professionals and their agencies are essential to these environmental efforts. Several agencies shared their Earth Day and Month initiatives with us in the April issue of Parks & Recreation magazine. Read the full article to... 🌎Learn how Mecklenburg County Parks and Recreation in North Carolina is promoting nature and agriculture as one of their main missions year-round. 🌎Explore what parks and recreation in Wichita, Kansas is doing to remind folks how important it is to take care of our environment. 🌎Discover the 2024 Annual Bike to Earth Day event held by the City of Bloomington Parks and Recreation in Indiana. 🌎Hear from Douglasville, Georgia Parks and Recreation on replenishing the tree canopy in a recently renovated park, which suffered a loss of trees during construction. 🌎Get a taste of the fun events and volunteer efforts put on by the Forest Preserves in Cook County, Illinois that allow people to give back to the natural world. 🌎Find out how the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Department in Cary, North Carolina is getting community members involved in climate actions and stewardship strategies through dozens of programs. Read the full article: https://bit.ly/4cI0dRV #PowerOfParks #NRPAEarthMonth #EarthDay #EarthMonth #Conservation #WhereYouBelong #ClimateHero #Parks #Recreation #Environment #Sustainability #Nature

It's #GivingTuesday again, which means it's time for me to share a little about why Savannah Tree Foundation and its mission to grow a greener Chatham County are so important to me. For anyone who has been following the Foundation or me the past 18 months, you know it has been a transformational time, both for me and STF. Not only did my family grow from 3 to 4, but the staff at STF grew from 1 to 7! We have successfully launched two new programs, a community tree nursery and an arboriculture apprenticeship, and are about to start a new private property planting program to benefit underserved communities. All of these programs embody my belief that trees can be a vector for community change. I came into this role over 5 years ago with the idea that STF could be so much more than an environmental protection organization. We could be a partner in economic development, job creation, community improvement, and more. It is very humbling to see this belief becoming a reality, especially at a time when the reality is a changing climate, hotter temperatures, and disproportionate impacts on historically red-lined communities. STF is out in our community making a real, tangible impact, and I couldn’t be more proud. But change and growth are hard and costly, and that means that STF needs your support now more than ever. If you’re able, please consider a gift to STF this Giving Tuesday to help us keep growing. (photo of my firstborn at work in the nursery 💚) https://lnkd.in/eX8BJqR9

We view the beech tree as an ideal representation of generational wealth. The person who plants the seed understands that they may not see its maturation. Despite this awareness, they proceed with planting the seedling to help ensure that future generations thrive beneath its sheltering canopy. Our groundbreaking program helps families secure and strengthen their shared objectives! Ask us about our Family Legacy Program today! #Family #FamilyLegacyProgram #FamilyLegacy #FamilyChallenge

At Gumball Properties, we believe in the power of inclusive community spaces. That's why we're excited to share the story of Trinity Grace Farm's innovative fishing pond project. Designed specifically for individuals with special needs and their families, this initiative showcases how thoughtful planning can create truly accessible outdoor experiences: • Extra-wide trails for side-by-side walking and wheelchair access • A welcoming environment for people of all abilities • Community-driven development, growing as funds become available As a company that values both comfort and community, we're inspired by projects like this that bring people together and create spaces where everyone can enjoy the outdoors. Learn more about this heartwarming initiative: https://lnkd.in/eKR66N9y #InclusiveDesign #CommunityDevelopment #AccessibleOutdoors