The National Parks Service needs to hear from us! Learn how to comment on the Roads and Trails Plan here. They have big problems along the Current and Jacks Fork Rivers and only public input during this critical and final review stage of their Roads and Trails Management Plan will provide them with the tools…
Read MoreVictory at Gans Creek Wild Area
MCE has been tracking a proposed development called Canon Estates that underlines challenges conservationists face as they work to preserve Gans Creek and Gans Creek Wild Area. There was a protest scheduled for Monday, June 21st that was supposed to be in opposition of the 65.3 acre, 113-home residential development project on the border…
Read MoreStop the Sale of Eleven Point State Park
Some members of our Missouri State Legislature want to sell Eleven Point State Park. This is wrong for many reasons. Not only is it political grandstanding, but it puts an amazing resource at risk. Most of all it would set a precedent that cannot stand. Our State Parks are not for sale! Please take a…
Read MoreSystematic Racism in the Environmental Movement
When you think of the environmental movement, what kind of people spring to mind? You might think of a tree hugging, Earth Day celebrating, “natural” food eating, white person in a pair of Birkenstocks. If so, that makes a lot of sense — the mainstream environmental movement – the one that’s enjoyed the most attention…
Read MoreSocial Media Advocacy – Public Lands
Below, you will find templates for posts about supporting Missouri’s public lands. Share these as Instagram stories or posts to inspire your followers to take action to protect their environment! Helpful reminders as you share your post: If you share an Instagram story, don’t forget to use the link feature, which will allow your followers…
Read MoreWhat You Can Do to Keep Parks Open
Our parks being accessible is a must, as it encourages both mental and physical wellness. We have a collective responsibility to respect and protect our natural areas. Which is why it is so important to do what we can to support keeping parks open during the pandemic. Come prepared With things changing day by day,…
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