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The Dartmoor Preservation Association has awarded 73 Moor Boots grants so far in 2025, already beating our figure of 70 grants awarded in 2024.

Read more here: dartmoorpreservation.co.uk/moor-boots-r...

#MoorBoots #TenTors #natureaccess #JubileeChallenge
March 16, 2025 at 12:00 PM
natcapalliance.bsky.social
#DidYouKnow community gardens foster more than just harvests — they create opportunities for city dwellers to interact with wildlife 🐦

Learn about the top 5 ways birds interact with community gardens (and gardeners) here: stanford.io/4jCNpzr

#CommunityGarden #NatureAccess #Birding
In the background, a photo of a researcher taking notes in a community garden with the city of San Francisco in the background. In the foreground over a purple gradient, white text reads "Did You Know: Study finds community gardens expose city dwellers to diverse bird species across neighborhoods".
September 30, 2026 at 9:00 PM
natcapalliance.bsky.social
We’re excited to announce the #NatCapInVEST 3.20.0 release! 💻

This minor release features new reports for three models (Urban #NatureAccess, Urban Cooling, and Annual Water Yield) and quality changes.

Share what you think: community.naturalcapitalalliance.org

Get the update: bit.ly/NatCapInVEST
Park City, Utah, a scenic downtown nestled in the mountains during autumn. Text below: InVEST 3.20.0 release.
June 15, 2026 at 11:00 PM
citizenptnewsco.bsky.social
Boulder is set to transform its Civic Area with a community-driven redesign featuring exciting themes like "Creekside Social" and "Adventure," all backed by $18 million in funding!

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#BoulderBoulderCounty #CO #NatureAccess #BoulderCivicArea #RecreationalOpportunities
Boulder plans community-driven redesign for downtown Civic Area with $18M funding
Boulder outlines future Civic Area design focusing on community engagement and park amenities.
citizenportal.ai
April 23, 2025 at 2:21 PM
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A proposed bill in Georgia could pave the way for free or reduced parking fees at state parks for veterans, aiming to enhance mental wellness and foster community among those who served.

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#GA #CivicAccountability #CitizenPortal #GeorgiaVeterans #NatureAccess #MentalHealth
Georgia committee hears bill to waive state park fees for veterans, holds vote pending fiscal analysis
Senate Bill 190 would waive or reduce day and annual parking fees for veterans, active-duty service members and Gold Star families at Georgia state parks. Witnesses framed it as a mental-health and equity measure; members asked for a fiscal analysis and the committee held the bill for a later vote.
citizenportal.ai
February 25, 2026 at 7:02 AM
citizenptnewsma.bsky.social
Massachusetts is paving the way for mental health treatment by mandating health insurance coverage for access to nature!

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#MA #CitizenPortal #HealthInsurance #MentalHealthTreatment #NatureAccess
Massachusetts lawmakers mandate insurance coverage for nature-based mental health treatment
Legislation requires health insurance to cover nature access as mental health treatment.
citizenportal.ai
September 28, 2025 at 2:14 PM
citizenptnewsca.bsky.social
Palo Alto's Parks and Recreation Commission is on a mission to transform local parks into thriving natural havens, sparking a vital conversation about access and ecological restoration.

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#PaloAltoSantaClaraCounty #CA #CitizenPortal #CommunityEngagement #NatureAccess
Council explores nature preserve access and ecological enhancements for local parks
Council discusses access policy and plans for ecological restoration in park renovations.
citizenportal.ai
April 13, 2025 at 2:51 AM