Sponsored Post – from the Children In Nature Collaborative Of Austin 

Who inspires you? Is it a science teacher who introduces their students to the wonders of the natural world? A nonprofit leader who works tirelessly to create new, exciting, and innovative programs for our local community?

Now’s the time to give ’em a little love. Award nominations are currently being accepted for the 2019 Celebration of Children In Nature, hosted annually by CiNCA (the Children In Nature Collaborative of Austin). The awards honor individuals and organizations in Austin who have dedicated themselves to helping children get outside and enjoy the wonders of nature.

You can learn more about the award categories here and submit your nomination here. 

Want to be inspired before filling out an application? (And maybe even happy cry a little?) Check out these videos honoring previous award winners..

Bonnie Baskin

(took a neglected gristmill in Johnson City and turned it into a high-tech, hands-on science discovery museum)

Collins Van Nort

(a sixth-grade teacher who has been taking his students outside on the Greenbelt every Friday for the past 18 years)