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John,
From Acadia to Yosemite, Atlanta to Wenatchee, national and local
parks truly are America's best idea. This month, we celebrate the things and the people who make them special.
-Alana Fink, Trust for Public Land
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PS: Tell us about the parks you love.
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What Do Jimmy Carter and Newt Gingrich Have in Common?
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The answer: an abiding commitment to connecting people to the
outdoors. Through their own work and now that of their descendants,
they prove that we can be divided by politics but united in
conservation. Sure enough, red and blue can-and often
do-make green.
United in Conservation
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Students Help Design Their Schoolyards
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By helping to design their own schoolyards, students learn about
everything from native plants to drainage to urban heat. Embedded in
the design process is another lesson: the importance of collaboration
and the power of advocacy.
Back to School
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In the Spotlight
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Happy Birthday, NPS!
As we help the National Park Service mark its 107th year on August 25,
we're also celebrating 50 years of partnership and impact. It's a long
and beautiful friendship with some impressive stats to go with it.
See the Projects
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More Stories for You
Uniting for Greener Subsidized Housing
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Housing authorities are often the largest landowners in a city, and
strong partnerships with these entities are key to equitable access to
green space. From urban Ohio to rural New Hampshire, these examples
prove that it takes a village to make a village.?
Your Pics . . . Our Prizes!
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Share your summer snaps during the TPL Summer Photo Challenge through
August 27. You could score a prize package from TPL-even an
America the Beautiful national parks pass!
Nature-Inspired Education Takes Root in Fulton County
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Students and families will have more close-to-home parks thanks to the
expansion of TPL's Community Schoolyards® program into Fulton
County, Georgia. New community schoolyards will provide spaces for
outdoor learning, featuring native plants, shaded areas, and new play
equipment.
Join Us for Race for the Greenway
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Help raise funds for the Long Island Greenway on October 29! Race your
way through Hallock State Park Preserve on a 5k Trail Run, and then
sip your way through the region's best vineyards at our
after-party wine crawl.
TPL Saves 2.5 Miles of the Iconic Pacific Crest Trail
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About 10 percent of the Pacific Crest Trail sits on private land,
leaving its future vulnerable. We recently protected Girard Ridge on
the PCT so people can connect with nature and incredible mountain
landscapes.
Vital Land Saved in Western Maine Mountains
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Working with key partners, TPL helped protect important forests in
Maine's High Peaks region, benefiting the local economy, contributing
to outdoor access, and linking over 100,000 acres of public lands
along the Appalachian National Scenic Trail.
Protecting the New England Hiking Experience
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Stretching 235 miles, the New England National Scenic Trail is ideal
for connecting to the outdoors. Unfortunately, barely half of the
trail is protected in Massachusetts. TPL is changing
that-starting with 196 acres in Southwick.
More Room to Explore the Saint Croix
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Along the Saint Croix River in Minnesota, Chengwatana State Forest is
perfect for kayaking, fishing, camping, and hiking. TPL recently
helped add 241 acres to this white-pine gem, connecting more people to
this beloved landscape.
Announcing the New Dundee Community Forest
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One of the largest unprotected properties in Mount Washington Valley
is now safe from development, thanks to TPL and partners. This
1,250-acre property facilitates trail and habitat connectivity while
protecting water resources and mature forests.
Ways to Give
Bruce Vento Nature Sanctuary (St. Paul, Minnesota)
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Photo credit: Andy Richter
Show Off Your Love for Parks
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Becoming a monthly donor is the best way to make a lasting impact on
the public lands and parks we love. And this month, when you start a
monthly gift, you'll receive a tote bag as a token of our
appreciation. Hurry! Offer ends August 31.
Make A Monthly Gift
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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
San Gabriel National Monument, California
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Photo credit: Renett Stowe / Flickr
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Protect 109,000 Acres in the San Gabriel Mountains
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Expanding San Gabriel Mountains National Monument will protect
archeological sites, rare habitat for threatened and endangered
species, recreational areas, and a critical water resource for Los
Angeles County residents. We can permanently protect this important
landscape, but we need your help. Send a letter to President Biden
today!
Take Action Now
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Planned Giving
August is Make-a-Will Month
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Photo credit: Chris Hinkle
Secure Your Legacy
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Join Trust for Public Land in celebrating National Make-a-Will Month
this August by planning your legacy with the help of Giving
Docs-a free and secure estate planning tool.
August is Make-a-Will Month
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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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Counsel
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New England Associate Director of Philanthropy
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Federal Grants Coordinator
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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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