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John,
Think back to your favorite childhood memories. More than likely, they
involve imagination, laughter, and uninhibited play. Recreation is how children (and adults!) develop a sense of autonomy, competence, and relatedness.
-Alana Fink, Trust for Public Land
PS: What's your favorite way to play outdoors?
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Safe to Play
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We spoke with Dr. Peter Gray, psychologist and author of Free to
Learn: Why Unleashing the Instinct to Play Will Make Our Children
Happier, More Self-Reliant, and Better Students for Life, about why
community play and room to explore outdoors are so critical to healthy
childhood development.
Read More
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Zoning In on Park Equity
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A long history of bad policies left this Kentucky city with an
imbalance of outdoor spaces. The solution has potential to reverse
decades of inequitable access to nature.
Learn More
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Spotlight
Explore TPL's New Podcast
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Ronda Lee Chapman, TPL's equity and belonging director, invites you to
listen in on conversations about our human connection with
nature-and how that connection influences culture, the arts,
joy, and healing, all while building resilient and vibrant
communities.
Now Available: Episodes 1-3
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More Stories for You
Preserving the Story of Racial Justice
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Civil rights activist Medgar Evers was tragically assassinated outside
his home in 1963, which became the catalyst for passing the Civil
Rights Act of 1964. TPL partnered with the National Park Service to
restore the home and open it to the public.
With Collaboration Comes Power
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In the process of park building, two seemingly different
communities-one in rural Washington, the other in densely
populated South L.A.-learned they had a lot in common, and a lot
to learn from one another.
NPR Shares TPL's Schoolyards Work
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Converting asphalt into vibrant community schoolyards makes for
healthier cities. TPL has helped transform nearly 300 schoolyards
nationwide, giving more people easy access to outdoor green space. NPR
has the story.
Bridging the Front Range Divide
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In partnership with state and local organizations, TPL has preserved
Lewis Heritage Farm on the Little Thompson River. This project
connects Front Range residents to nature and agriculture, acting as a
bridge between rural and urban land conservation in Colorado.
Hike Baldpate Mountain on Aug. 4
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Join TPL for a moderate 3.4-mile hike of Baldpate Mountain in New
Jersey's gorgeous Sourland region. We'll hike to the highest
point in Mercer County to overlook the Delaware River.
Ways to Give
Imagine a Greener World with Us
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We know being in nature can be restorative, so we want everyone to be
able to find the peace, respite, and joy that's waiting out
there. Imagine a greener world with us, and support our work to
connect more people to the outdoors no matter where they're from
or where they live.
Join Us
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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
Sculpture that commemorates the centennial of the Springfield Race
Riot outside of Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum
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Photo credit: Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum
Designate Springfield Race Riot National Monument
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Fewer than a quarter of our national parks and monuments are dedicated
to telling the stories of historically marginalized and
underrepresented communities. It is well past time to change that.
Help properly recognize the history of the violent race riots that
took place in Springfield, Illinois: send your letter to President
Biden to designate the site of the Springfield Race Riot as a national
monument today.
Take Action Now
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Planned Giving
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Get Your Free Personal Estate Planning Kit
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Download our estate planning kit to learn how to set family goals,
lessen tax burdens, use trusts to support your legacy, easily track
records, and keep your information organized and accessible.
I'd Like the Free Kit
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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. 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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