Friend of Trust for Public Land,
Ah, love is in the air—the fresh air, that is. When it comes to the outdoors, we're all a little smitten. This month, we'll show you a few outdoor places we love, including this special new spot in one of America's most loved national parks! And before you go, take a minute to show your support for the Outdoors for All Act to ensure everyone, everywhere, can experience Mother Nature's warm embrace. XOXO—Alana Fink, Trust for Public Land
PS: Who do you love spending time with outdoors?
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Photo credit: Chris Hinkle |
Did you know that Zion National Park, one of the most visited and treasured national parks, is threatened by nearly 3,500 acres of private inholdings within its boundaries? These inholdings jeopardize the wild character and natural experience for millions of annual visitors, which is why we recently safeguarded Lambs Knoll near Zion’s west entrance so more people can continue to connect with the beauty of this awe-inspiring landscape. |
Ranging in elevation from 3,000 to 8,000 feet—more than a vertical mile—Zion National Park spans a huge range of habitats and hosts diverse flora and fauna. |
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Photo credit: Allen Brisson-Smith |
One-third of Americans lack access to a park within a 10-minute walk of home. That's why we need your help to pass the Outdoors for All Act, which will allocate funding to enhance outdoor recreational opportunities, particularly in economically disadvantaged communities and areas with limited park access. Urge Congress to pass the act today! |
Photo credit: Raylene Gorum |
Generations of women have fought for visibility in Bayview-Hunters Point, a San Francisco neighborhood marginalized by isolation and racial discrimination. Their legacy of self-determination and insistence on partnership courses through the efforts shaping Bayview-Hunters Point today. Yet, the work to make their region equitable is not over. |
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Which finalist should be crowned the winner of the Love of the Outdoors Photo Challenge and earn an America the Beautiful national parks pass? You decide! |
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Our actions today are shaping a future that is cooler, greener, and more equitable. See how donor and advocate support are making a difference. |
TPL has partnered with the National Park Service to restore historic sites that tell a vivid and honest history of America’s struggle for civil rights. Our first projects include Freedom Riders National Monument, Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument, Tuskegee Airmen National Historic Site, and others. |
Join us for a Park Bench Chat on February 27, noon (PST), with Dr. Jocelyn Imani. Explore how outdoor spaces shape Black culture and the arts and support communities. Hear from Grammy winner esperanza spalding, author Angelou Ezeilo, and advocate Maya Rodgers. |
Photo credit: Adair Rutledge |
Community is at the heart of what we do. We rely on our members (like you, Friend!) to ensure that communities across the country are stronger, more connected, and healthier with access to parks and open spaces. We’ve already accomplished great things together, but we’re just getting started. And when you start a monthly gift to TPL, you’ll fuel and create positive change for communities both big and small throughout the year. |
Share why you're thankful for the outdoors for a chance to be featured in a future newsletter. |
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Photo credit: Julieta Vergini |
If you’re 73 or older, you might be facing required minimum distributions (RMDs) from your retirement accounts—and with 2023 ending on a positive note for the markets, your distributions might be higher in 2024. Consider offsetting the impact on your taxes by making a qualified charitable distribution (QCD) to TPL. Your support helps you manage your finances and helps us create healthy, livable communities for generations to come. |
Photo credit: Andy Richter |
From parks and pathways to playgrounds and preserved lands, find stunning TPL projects from coast to coast. Can you guess where this place is? |
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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. |
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From protecting unspoiled lands, building parks and trails, and transforming schoolyards, we strive to create healthy, equitable communities for everyone.
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Love of the Outdoors photo credit: Dennis Chick, Lillian Kovac, Jane Forbes, Allison Mclaughlin, Dave Babik
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