Who doesn’t love to play outside? But in a city that’s growing as quickly as Austin, available greenspace is harder and harder to find. That’s why we write stories about land conservation efforts… along with some fun tips for exploring all the natural resources Austin has to offer.
Molly Stevens grew up in nature. “As a young child, my father used to get us up early in the morning,” Molly said in a recent interview with AEN. “It was kind of like going to church.” As Molly remembers it, her father
Where does your food come from? It’s a simple question, but according to the folks at the Rainforest Partnership, it’s an important and impactful one. That’s because about 80 percent of global deforestation is caused by agricultural production (especially from products like beef, palm oil,
#43. That’s where Austin’s parks system ranks amongst the 100 largest cities in the US. The ranking comes from the Trust For Public Land’s annual ParkScore rankings. The top three cities were Washington DC, St. Paul, and Minneapolis. The ParkScore is based off of four main criteria – acreage, investment, amenities,
#43. That’s where Austin’s parks system ranks amongst the 100 largest cities in the US. The ranking comes from the Trust For Public Land’s annual ParkScore rankings. The top three cities were Washington DC, St. Paul, and Minneapolis. The ParkScore is based off of four main criteria – acreage, investment, amenities,
“We will be judged on how we treat the most vulnerable in our community. If someone has nowhere else to sleep, they shouldn’t be charged with a crime simply for sleeping in public. If a person has no money for food or busfare, it shouldn’t
Tucked away in East Austin is a rare thing – a piece of undeveloped land, complete with panoramic views of the city that surrounds it. For years, residents of the nearby Springdale-Airport and Hog Pen neighborhoods have been pushing for it be cleaned up
Sponsored Post – from the City of Austin Office of Sustainability Written by Lucia Athens, Chief Sustainability Officer for the City of Austin Earth Month brings warmer weather, blooming plants, and birdsong in abundance. It’s a great time to immerse ourselves in nature,
Partner Post – from the Children In Nature Collaborative In Austin Love books? Interested in learning more about race and equity in the outdoors? Then this is pretty much the perfect thing for you. The Children In Nature Collaborative of Austin (CiNCA) has just launched
Partner Post – from the Austin Parks Foundation What could be better than watching one of your favorite movies… in one of your favorite Austin parks? That’s what “Movies In The Park” is all about… and the 2019 season starts next week. Hosted by the Austin
Sponsored Post – from Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center Looking for something fun to do with the kids this week? (You know, when they’re out of school and starting to drive you a little crazy?) Check out Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center! It’s a nature preserve on Hamilton Pool Road,
Obsessed with Enchanted Rock State Park? Inks Lake? Pedernales Falls? Then have we got an amazing opportunity to share with you! Applications are currently being accepted for the Texas State Park Ambassador program. What’s that? The Texas State Park Ambassador program is open to Texans ages 18 to 30. Each
Wish you could make more of a positive impact in your community? Eager to make a real change in the world around you? Then the Meadows Center’s Natural Leaders Summit might be just the thing for you. The free two-day summit is geared towards diverse young leaders (ages 18-29) who are