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John,

Although public green spaces are often near the center of
neighborhoods, that doesn't mean they center the needs of the
community. This month's stories explore how TPL puts communities and
people at the core of every park project

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-Alana Fink, Trust for Public Land

PS: When you picture a park of the future, tell us what features you
imagine it offers.

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Rooting Parks in Community

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Creating meaningful spaces doesn't happen automatically. It requires
intention, planning, and communication. Trust for Public Land engages
with residents in order to build and enhance parks that reflect their
cultures while making everyone feel welcome. Chattanooga, Tennessee,
offers a vibrant example of this approach.

See How it Works

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Today's Data, Tomorrow's Parks

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For more than a decade, we've conducted an annual survey of
America's local park systems. Every year, our research probes a
little deeper and a little wider, and the impact of the ParkScore®
index reaches further. The insights we gather now can help shape green
spaces, and entire cities, of the future.   

Read More

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Pop Quiz

What Is the Only Plant Monarch Butterflies Lay Their Eggs On?

HINT: It remains abundant at Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife
Refuge in Central Texas, public land TPL helped protect.

Butterfly Bush

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Milkweed

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Phlox

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Dandelion

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More Stories for You

Where MLK's Story Begins

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Martin Luther King Jr. spent the first 12 years of his life in
Atlanta's "Sweet Auburn" neighborhood, which TPL
helped preserve as a historical park. Read about visitors'
experiences in their own words.

Hit the Urban Trails

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June 3 is National Trails Day and we're celebrating!
Trails immerse us in nature and provide opportunities for outdoor
exercise, but urban trails go even further by fighting climate change
in a variety of ways.

Hike with TPL at Musconetcong Gorge
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Join us on May 26 for a scenic 3-mile hike at Musconetcong Gorge. Two
experts will co-lead this hike to provide ecological and historical
knowledge about this special place.

Protecting Sites of Black History and Excellence

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Before it's lost forever, TPL and the National Park Service are
teaming up to restore Prince Hall Masonic Grand Lodge in
Atlanta-home to the first Black-owned radio station, the
storefront for the first self-made Black woman millionaire, and the
offices of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Realizing Community Vision at 'A'ala Park

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'A'ala Park is a beautiful space with a storied history.
To preserve its past and give it a bright future, TPL Hawai'i is
wrapping up the final round of community engagement, focused on
redesigning the park to best serve its community.

Join a NY Nature Walk with Naturalist Jim Nordgren
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John, you're invited to Tuxedo Park on Saturday,
May 20, to explore the abundant flora and fauna in New York State
Parks. Jim loves questions, and your interests along with the forest
life will guide your journey.

Ways to Give

Stand with Us for Parks

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Communities are stronger, more connected, and healthier when they have
access to parks. Join the movement and help us strengthen more
communities by creating, protecting, and stewarding nature-rich places
that bring us all outside. Make a gift between now and June 15, and
your donation will be doubled!

Donate Today

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Why Outside Matters

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Share why you're thankful for the outdoors for a chance to be featured
in a future newsletter.

Tell Us Why Outside Matters to You

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Take Action

Oppose Attempts to Repeal the IRA! 

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The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 (IRA) is one of America's
most comprehensive climate change laws. It provides critical funding
by investing in climate-smart agriculture, equitable access to nature,
and natural climate solutions. But a new bill, H.R. 812, was recently
introduced to repeal the IRA. We cannot let this happen. Urge your
representative to oppose this devastating bill now!

Take Action

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Planned Giving

Here Now. Here Always. Because of You.

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You've spent your life exploring and discovering the wonders
of the natural world. Now, with a legacy gift to Trust for Public
Land, you can ensure those wonders are preserved and shared for
generations to come. Join us to create a legacy of connecting
everyone to the outdoors.

Secure Your Tomorrow, Today

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Join Our Advisory Board

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Advisory board members are TPL advocates, ambassadors, and donors that
help increase our impact through philanthropy, advocacy, connections,
and strategic guidance.

Join Our Team

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Come join a passionate team working toward a mission you believe
in. 

North Idaho Project Manager

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Northern Rockies Organizational Coordinator

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Project Manager (Five Mile Creek)

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View all open positions

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TPL turns 50

In 2023, we reflect on and celebrate our first 50 years of impact, and
we look ahead at the work still to be done. From protecting unspoiled
lands, building parks and trails, and transforming schoolyards, we
strive to create healthy, equitable communities for everyone.

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