The Trust for Public Land

Great news: voters passed *every single one* of the 26 conservation ballot measures we supported this Election Day! Altogether, Americans of all political persuasions approved $3.7 billion in new public funding for parks and conservation this week. Check out the full results: https://www.tpl.org/2020-conservation-ballot-measures

While the nation waits for election results, here’s a friendly reminder that spending time in nature can help us cope with stress and uncertainty! https://www.tpl.org/blog/7-ways-nature-nurtures-us

It’s Election Day! When we all vote, everyone benefits. In an election season with so much on the line, including $3.6 billion for parks and public lands across 48 communities, it’s never been more important to speak up for the future you want to see. Diane Regas, President & CEO, The Trust for Public Land. #EveryVoteCounts #CountEveryVote Learn more: www.vote.org

Today, we opened Fishers Peak State Park for a sneak peek. Watch the private ribbon-cutting event, below. The gate will swing open at 3 p.m. and every day thereafter for the public. Please remember this is only a very small piece of what will eventually be developed. Stay tuned for updates on the progress of the park and trails. Governor Jared Polis https://www.facebook.com/jaredpolis/videos/351593652568529

This election, $3.6 billion for parks and public lands are at stake across 48 communities. Is yours one of them? Learn more: https://www.tpl.org/blog/2020-conservation-ballot-measures #VOTE #EveryVoteCounts

We just opened the rebuilt and revitalized Dundee Island Park at a socially distanced event in New Jersey. We transformed an aging park into a community treasure with new playing fields, an amazing playground, a water play area, a community garden, an adult fitness area, an amphitheater, and a river walk. https://www.tpl.org/our-work/dundee-island-park

Our work to create great public spaces is rooted in a belief that every person deserves an equal say in the future of their community. For almost 50 years, we’ve been bringing diverse people and perspectives together to make shared decisions about their local parks, trails, schoolyards, and open spacesand lasting transformation takes root. That’s why it's never been more important to exercise your right to voteand to make sure that every vote counts. For information on voting, visit: www.vote.org

GIVEAWAY TIME We’re teaming up with L.L.Bean to give 25 people a chance to win$100 L.L.Bean gift cards At the Trust for Public Land, along with our partner L.L.Bean, we believe parks are a superpower, connecting people to the outdoors and to one another. We’re celebrating parks and we’re asking you to join in! Because #ParksUniteUs, and it is on US to unite for parks. Enter for your chance to win one $100 L.L.BEAN gift card Here’s how: 1. Like this photo... 2. Follow us 3. Share a photo of your favorite outside space using #ParksUniteUs, on our wall 4. Tag one friend in the comments More details: This giveaway runs from Monday, October 26, 2020 and ends Saturday October 31, 2020 at 11:59PM EST. Winners must be 18 years or older and will be selected from submissions. Winners will be notified via direct message within 72 hours of the giveaway closing. No donation or purchase necessary to enter. This #giveaway is in no way sponsored, endorsed, administered by or associated with Instagram. For full rules, head here: https://www.tpl.org/parks-unite-us-sweepstakes-official-rul

Meet Ashlyn! An AmeriCorps Public Ally, who is now a member of our St Paul team. She will coordinate Community Powered Parks projects, focused on piloting the Twin Cities’ first schoolyards project. As a second year Public Ally, Ashlyn strives to create inclusive spaces and honor the power, expertise, and wisdom of community. Public Allies

Having conversations about climate change & racial injustice can be difficult. Art can help. Through #HeatResponsePHL, three Philly communities are using art to advocate for solutions to extreme urban heat. Learn more about Heat Response: https://www.tpl.org/heatresponse #climatejustice #communityengagement

NOW OPEN! The first planned shared street in the City of Los Angeles, Bradley Plaza Green Alley. A once neglected alleyway between a major street and a low-income housing community has been transformed into a vibrant community space. Find out more about Bradley Alley and the #GreenTogetherCollaborative vision to help build a community that is safe, green, socially inclusive and resilient to climate change. https://www.tpl.org/o/bradley-plaza-and-green-alley-project #GTCollaborative #GreenTogetherCollaborative #GreenTogether #TCC #CommunityLedTransformation @CalSGC @CalClimateInvest

Congratulations to Sherwood Bishop, the winner of the Cox Conserves Hero Program! Sherwood received 1,495 votes and will receive the $50,000 national grand prize in addition to his $10,000 regional prize for the San Marcos Greenbelt Alliance. San Marcos Greenbelt Alliance works to protect the quality of life for the people of San Marcos through the creation of interconnected parks and greenbelts to protect natural areas. Cox Enterprises #CoxConservesHeroes Learn more about the winner: https://www.coxconservesheroes.com/vote#gallery-4

What does it mean to vote "green" this election? You're invited to our newest Park Bench Chat: Solutions to wildfire, climate change, and voting green this election, where our speakers will discuss the devastating impacts of the recent fires and how they are working hand-in-hand with communities to ensure climate resilience. They’ll share how they’re keeping focused on creating change during these unprecedented times and how voters can support climate-smart policies at the ballot box. Register today: https://bit.ly/31wIQk9