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Protect America's Unfinished National Parks

More than 2 million acres of privately owned land sit within our
national parks, leaving visitor access and wildlife at risk. Lawmakers
must protect the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF), our most
effective tool for acquiring these lands. Urge Congress to safeguard
LWCF and complete our parks! 

TAKE ACTION NOW

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Jump into Action--and Good Feels Follow

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When things get dark, taking action can bring us hope, connect us to
others, and make our outlook a little brighter. Listen to
these words of wisdom from a former leader at TPL. He's also a
physician and has a ready remedy for feelings of anxiety and fear
about our future.

WHY HOPE MATTERS

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IN THE SPOTLIGHT 

Forget the Forecast

There's plenty to gain from heading outdoors in less hospitable
weather. TPL Health Director Dr. Pooja Tandon demonstrates how taking
advantage of winter weather can yield significant benefits for your
body, brain, and connection to nature.

UNCOVER THE RESEARCH

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More Stories for You

Conserving Land in Rural Louisiana 

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Across rural America, open space is seemingly everywhere. However,
it's often out of reach because the land is privately owned or lacks
accessible entry points such as trailheads and parking areas. Recently
conserved lands in Louisiana's Washington Parish are providing
residents with new access to the Bogue Chitto River region, where they
can now enjoy hunting, tubing, and fishing.

Create an Official Logo for the Bridgeport Seawalk 

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Trust for Public Land and the City of Bridgeport are transforming the
waterfront with the Bridgeport Seawalk in Connecticut! We're
inviting designers to help shape this landmark project by submitting a
logo design. The selected logo will be prominently featured across the
seawalk, visible to thousands of visitors each year. Deadline:
February 25; Prize: $5,000.

Join us at The Great Northern Festival
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Trust for Public Land is proud to be a sponsor of The Great Northern
Festival-bringing Minnesotans together in the heart of winter to
get outside, stay active, and celebrate the people and places that
make this state extraordinary. Join us for our premiere Harvest
screening on Friday, January 30, and for Water, Land & Relatives
on Saturday, January 31.

Keeping Washington Wild

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Big news! TPL and its partners have protected 11,520 acres in the
Upper Wenatchee Watershed, ensuring this treasured landscape remains a
source of recreation, resilience, and connection for generations to
come.

Celebrating a Community Schoolyard in Central Oregon

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Thanks to TPL and partners, over 400 students at Madras Elementary
Community Schoolyard now have a nature-rich haven right in their own
schoolyard. Additionally, 70 percent of residents can now gather and
connect at this community-designed park within a 10-minute walk of
home.

You're Invited! Watch This Powerful New Film in Atlanta
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Don't miss a special screening of From Rails to Trails, the new PBS
documentary film narrated by Edward Norton. Hear from the trailblazers
turning forgotten corridors into beloved public spaces. Join us for a
viewing and special Q&A on Thursday, January 29, at 6 p.m. at the
Atlanta History Center.

Planned Giving

Here Now. Here Always. Because of You.

Embrace hope for the future by creating a legacy with a charitable
gift annuity (CGA). A CGA allows you to secure guaranteed income for
life while making a meaningful gift to support our mission. Enjoy
potential tax benefits while knowing your generosity helps create
healthy, livable communities for generations. Learn more in our
charitable gift annuity guide.

DOWNLOAD THE CGA GUIDE

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Question of the Month

What's something you see in nature that gives you a sense of hope?

ANSWER THIS MONTH'S QUESTION

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Can You Guess Where This Is?

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We wanted to extend our deepest gratitude to you,
John! 

Whether you gave time, money, or simply read our email updates, your
commitment in 2025 was invaluable. Together, we completed 56
transformative projects spanning 100,060 acres-progress you can
explore in our 2025 Annual Report. 

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We're looking ahead to 2026 with new opportunities to make our
world a better, healthier, and more inspiring place. Thank you for
believing in a future where everyone has access to the outdoors.

TPL in the News

Outside: This National Park Just Got Bigger--and Conservationists
Are Calling It a Win for Wildlife 

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Join Our Advisory Board

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Advisory board members are TPL advocates, ambassadors, and donors who
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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access to the benefits and joys of the outdoors for generations to
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