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It’s exciting to see more natural burial options available. Not only that, there’s also a shift in how people perceive end-of-life planning, embracing more sustainable and meangingful choices. I highly recommend reading our blog post “7 Innovative Burial Alternatives” here: https://lnkd.in/gHbY54vq

Reposting this for 2 reasons: 1) If you love the Sierra Nevada🏔️, it’s important to know how much good work is happening to conserve this globally unique mountain range. Thanks to Sierra Nevada Conservancy and so many others.🙌🏽 2) This is a great way to share progress!💡The story map is short, clear and to-the-point. A great example of moving beyond long pages of reports. Kudos Sierra Nevada Conservancy!

Have you ever taken a risk as an organization? Created a strategy, developed a plan, got buy-in and support, and then hoped it worked? That's what we are doing. We are pivoting away from an annual Gala and instead hosting an event this fall we are calling ReGreen Minnesota. We are doing this for a reason: to welcome anyone who wants to take conservation action and make a tangible impact on Minnesota's outdoors. * Instead of tickets priced at over $100 a piece, we are selling them for $40 a person. * Instead of a fancy, seated affair, we are throwing a casual bash where you don't need to buy a new cocktail dress (unless you want to!). * Instead of exclusive, we want to be inclusive. * We'll continue to be informative! From clean water to pollinators, continuous living cover to tree canopies, volunteer events to goats: we'll share what Great River Greening is doing to make an immediate and positive impact on Minnesota's land, for the benefit of people, plants, wildlife, soil and water. Join us and let's ReGreen Minnesota together. #regreen

Walking SA attended the Conservation SA 'Civil Society Lunch with the Premier'- a lunchtime discussion with the Premier of South Australia, Peter Malinauskas, about the needs of civil society to provide for healthy democracies. As a member of the conservation council, Walking SA were invited to participate in the discussion. Key takeaways are: * The need to strengthen civil society to find common ground and not enable divisive interests to prosper at the expense of the common good. * The role of nature, heritage and culture as fertile ground to bring people together and to ensure a sustainable and equitable future. * The need to reprioritise government spending to invest in the very things otherwise taken for granted - think re-distribution of wealth, preservation of natural resources and wild places, and environmental and cultural stewardship. Walking SA is proud to be part of critical discussions shaping the future of South Australia such as these. Find more about our advocacy: https://lnkd.in/gsZSucdk

Four years ago our family moved to Northern Michigan to heal from loss and start a new chapter. This move was never part of our long-term plan. I hadn't even been to Northern Michigan until ten years ago. But somehow, this beautiful path unfolded leading us to a place I hope we will get to call home forever. I have come to deeply appreciate how proximity to water, beautiful trails, four season activities, and precious public lands can directly serve one's physical and mental health needs. Looking out onto Lake Michigan during some of the hardest moments of my life allowed me to breathe, recover. And, I have come to feel unbelievably protective of these important resources. I had the pleasure of presenting alongside of a dear friend and special leader, Josh Traeger, at yesterday's Heart of the Lakes MI Outdoor Summit. This inspiring event, one beautifully orchestrated by Jonathan Jarosz and team, brought together a diverse group of organizations and leaders doing tremendous work to expand accessibility, stewardship, conscientiousness, and economic development in Michigan. Inspired by the conversations of yesterday, I have an ask, actually two. First, watch this video that so beautifully kicked off our Summit yesterday, reminding everyone in the room of WHY this work matters, what we all have a responsibility to enlighten future generations on, breakdown barriers to, and protect. And then consider giving back. It doesn't have to be much - or even money. But think about the precious resources you enjoy, the leaders driving change in your communities, and research organizations like Detroit Outdoors, Sierra Club, Traverse Area Recreation and Transportation (TART) Trails, Inc., The Nature Conservancy - then find a way to give time, resources, or other needs to the future successes of organizations doing the work day in and day out to enable us to share tomorrow with future generations.

Having local partnerships that share your environmental values is incredibly beneficial for several reasons: 1. **Synergy in Goals**: When partners share the same environmental values, you're all working towards the same objectives. This alignment makes collaboration smoother and more productive, as everyone is on the same page about sustainability goals. 2. **Community Impact**: Local partnerships strengthen the community by promoting environmental practices that benefit the local ecosystem. Together, you can create initiatives that have a more profound and visible impact, from planting trees and protecting the local habitat like South Causey Inn, to minimising to use of natural resources by using recycled plastic to replace the need for wooden products like Marmax Products 3. **Mutual Growth**: Partnerships with aligned values can lead to mutual growth, as you support each other in adopting sustainable practices. This can enhance your reputation, attract eco-conscious customers, and open doors to new opportunities. 4. **Innovation and Inspiration**: Working with partners who share your values can lead to innovative solutions. As you brainstorm together, you might develop new ways to reduce your environmental footprint, inspiring each other to go further in your sustainability efforts. 5. **Shared Responsibility**: Environmental issues are complex and require collective action. With like-minded local partners, you can share the responsibility of implementing and promoting green initiatives, making it easier to achieve significant outcomes. 6. **Stronger Relationships**: Sharing core values, especially around something as important as the environment, builds trust and deeper relationships. These partnerships are more likely to be long-lasting, resilient, and fruitful. Overall, having local partnerships with shared environmental values not only amplifies your impact but also fosters a sense of community and shared purpose that is essential for driving meaningful environmental change. If you would like to work with Marmax Products, please give us a call to discuss how we can support your sustainability aims. 01207 283442

Check out our annual report!!

The Empire State Golf Alliance, comprised of the New York State Golf Associations, PGA Sections, GCSAA chapters, New York Turfgrass Association, CMAA chapters, and the NGCOA is conducting a study on the Economic and Environmental Impact of Golf in New York. New York members of these associations are highly encouraged to complete the appropriate economic or environmental surveys that were launched today. The survey aims to document all the positive impacts our allied associations contribute to the State of New York. Your participation plays a pivotal role in assembling a comprehensive impact report that shines a light on the substantial contributions to the New York economy and environment from the golf industry. By participating, you're helping to paint a picture of how the golf industry drives economic growth through job creation, tourism, and charitable giving while preserving green spaces and wildlife habitats. This deeper understanding aids policymakers, stakeholders, and the public in recognizing the industry's value and supports informed decision-making that benefits everyone involved. 

Check out this insightful article from my Co-Director, Charissa Miijessepe-Wilson, on Indigenous leadership and stewardship of the Bears Ears National Monument, along with other ancestral lands and “resources.”