Minnesota's number one Naturalist, Kao Thao from the MN DNR and Baztec Fishing, will be hosting a fun and jam-packed public event, with participants engaging in the following events: Fishing, Fish Seining, Birding, Nature Walk, Skins and Skulls.  

 Wild Rivers Conservancy will be hosting Huellas Latinas for a fun filled day of fishing and other outdoor activities at William O'Brien State Park, MN. 

1. Realizar una caminata familiar por el parque.
2. Mostrar la vegetación nativa.
3. Explorar el área de del Rio Grande.
4. Mostrar la Zona fronteriza con Mexico.
5. Tener un tiempo para comer.
6. Realizar un momento de convivencia y retroalimentación de lo aprendido.
7. En todo el evento realizar tareas de limpieza del parque.

On July 15, 2023, MTC will host its Hispanic Heritage Community Beautification Block Party to promote the successful efforts of tree plantation and environmental exposure through partnership with the NJ Tree Foundation. After engaging in a grass-roots two-year projects that empowered residents to organize and make environmental decisions in their neighborhood, MTC planted over 10 trees in its most predominantly Latino community. The block party will not only promote cultural engagement among all Latinos but promote residents' access to tree plantation through onsite planter boxes, flowerpots and representatives from the NJ Tree Foundation. In addition, the block party will host cultural entertainment, food and raffle basket prizes. 

The event is free and open to all ages. 

From Spring 2021 to Spring 2023, Movimiento Tricolor (MTC) has partnered with the New Jersey (NJ) Tree Foundation to support beautification and environmental exposure to Hispanic communities throughout Camden, New Jersey. With Camden residents fighting against pollution and illegal dumping in a city where high poverty levels exist and over 50% of residents are Hispanic, MTC partnered with the NJ Tree Foundation to combat environmental racism through the plantation of trees. The project has consisted of organizing residents, empowering them to make decisions about tree plant choices and hosting an event where neighbors and volunteers planted over 10 trees themselves. Currently the project is in its final stages partnering with a local artist, Stephanie Rodriguez, who is leading a group of Rutgers University-Camden students to paint the planter boxes for the trees previously planted. The block party will represent the culmination of the project by showcasing the trees donated by the NJ Tree Foundation, planter boxes painted by local university students and will provide information on how residents can conduct a similar project while honoring the Latino community through cultural music, performances and food. On-site services and resources from local environmental and social services organizations will also be on-site to promote social and economic development in the community. 

Bring a Latino community leader fishing day - local metro lakes and Mississippi River

Learn about the area's flora and fauna as you hike the future Clarion Greenway Connection trail (north of the high school in Clarion). Then enjoy some tacos and relax to music played by local Hispanic musicians. Fun for the whole family!

Explorando las montanas de California con nuestros jovenes en la semana de conservación latina sería una experiencia que nunca olvidaran.

En esta semana estarmos explorando los lagos, arboles, y animales silvestres en nuestra region en una experiencia que nunca olvidaremos. 

Fogata en NIX para la Semana de Conservación Latina

Cuando: Viernes, 14 de julio, 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 pm.

Donde: 1745 Hoffman Mill Road

Descripción del programa: ¡Pase una velada acogedora junto a la fogata, completa con historias para la Semana de Conservación Latina y malvaviscos! Estos programas son aptos para todas las edades. Este programa es gratuito y todos son bienvenidos.Este programa se ofrecerá parcialmente en español. Celebre las historias y contribuciones de los latinos a la conservación y la naturaleza. Explore la variedad de maneras en que puede conectarse a la naturaleza en el Norte de Colorado.

Direcciones: Granja Nix (Oficina de Áreas Naturales), 1745 Hoffman Mill Road Vaya hacia el norte por Lemay desde Riverside y gire a la derecha en Poudre River Drive (alrededor de ½ cuadra al norte de Riverside). Está ubicado entre dos edificios médicos. Después de aproximadamente 1 cuadra, Poudre River Drive termina y verá un camino pavimentado a su derecha que es Hoffman Mill Road. Permanezca en este camino pavimentado durante casi una milla (más allá de las instalaciones de trituración). El camino termina en nuestras oficinas.

Accesibilidad: el programa se lleva a cabo en un anillo de fogata pavimentado y es accesible para sillas de ruedas. Baños accesibles disponibles. Llevar agua para beber y una manta o silla. Si tiene alguna pregunta o inquietud sobre la accesibilidad de un programa, comuníquese con naturalareas@fcgov.com o llame al 970-416-2815 para obtener más información. Las personas con discapacidades son bienvenidas a participar en todos los programas y estaremos encantados de hacer las adaptaciones necesarias. Las solicitudes de servicios relacionados con la discapacidad se pueden realizar durante el registro a través del contacto de la actividad o llamando al 970-416-2815 al menos 2 semanas antes del inicio de la actividad.

Qué traer: Vístase apropiadamente para el pronóstico del tiempo. Lleva bloqueador solar y repelente de insectos.

Campfire at NIX for Latino Conservation Week

When: Friday, July 14, 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Where: 1745 Hoffman Mill Road Program Description: Spend a cozy evening by the campfire, complete with stories for Latino Conservation Week and s’mores! These programs are suitable for all ages. This program is free and all are welcome. This program is offered partially in Spanish and will have an interpreter. Celebrate the stories and contributions of Latinos to conservation and the outdoors. Explore the many ways to connect to nature in Northern Colorado.

Directions: Nix Farm (Natural Areas Office), 1745 Hoffman Mill Road Go north on Lemay from Riverside and turn right on Poudre River Drive (about ½ block north of Riverside). This is located between two medical buildings. After about 1 block, the Poudre River Drive ends and you will see a paved road to your right which is Hoffman Mill Road. Stay on this paved road for almost a mile (past the crushing facility). The road ends at our offices.

Accessibility: Program takes place in a paved campfire ring and is wheelchair accessible. Accessible restrooms available. Bring water to drink and a blanket or chair. If you have any questions or concerns about the accessibility of a program, please contact naturalareas@fcgov.com or call 970-416-2815 for more information. People with disabilities are welcome to participate in all programs and we are happy to make any appropriate accommodations. Requests for disability-related services can be made during registration through the activity contact or by calling 970-416-2815 at least 2 weeks prior to the start of the activity.

What to Bring: Dress appropriately for the weather forecast. Bring sunscreen and insect repellent.

Este evento denominado, Un cafecito y algo dulce... sanando desde la naturaleza es uno educativo dirigido a mujeres de los pueblos del interior de Puerto Rico y sin costo algunos para ellas. En esta actividad las mujeres se expondrán inicilamente a un recorrido al cafetal de la Hacienda Tres Ángeles en el pueblo de Adjuntas, PR. Como una actividad de integración al tema, se les solicitará a las participantes recoger alguna sabiduría de vida al exponerse a dicha caminata. Luego las participantes tendrán una conferencia/taller sobre los beneficios que tiene para la salud mental el estar en contacto con la naturaleza. A cada aisitente, se le brindrá una diario reflexivo para que vayan escribiendo sus notas, según van participando de la actividad. Al final, se escuchará el sentir de ellas sobre la sabiduría adquirida, y que puedan compartir con las demás sobre cómo el estar en espacios verdes les ha propiciado alivio ante sentimientos como el estrés, la ansiedad la triteza, etc. La participación de las asistentes, al contar sus testimonios, será libre y voluntaria. Finalizaremos obsequiando a las participantes una muestra de café, como un recuerdo alusivo a la actividad y una planta medicinal para que ellas se concienticen sobre la responsabilidad que tenemos de aportar con la siembra de estas plantas a las salud de nuestro pueblo. Luego del evento, se creará un chat donde las participantes podrán compartir y actualizar durante las siguienets semanas sobre cómo les va en la siembra y el cuidado de sus plantas. Como parte de las actividades de compartir en la naturaleza, se les brindará a las participantes un desayuno de bienvenida, un almuerzo ligero, una degustación de café y un postre en las terraza de las misma Hacienda con una vista panorámica al cafetal.  

Prior to the establishment of the Harris Neck National Wildlife Refuge, a small Gullah/Geechee community occupied the lands. In 1942, 75 African American families were displaced by the federal government via eminent domain. Since 1979, descendants of the families have sought for the return of lands that were once owned by their ancestors and the original Harris Neck community -- 2,400 acres. Over the years, various attempts to find a mutually agreeable path forward have failed.

In 2020, the Harris Neck National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) and the Direct Descendants of Harris Neck Community (DDHNC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), and formalized a commitment to mutually agreeable collaboration between the two parties. The FWS has been working together with DDHNC to redefine their relationship, and in partnership, regenerate cultural connections to NWR lands and reconnect descendants with their ancestral histories.

Our event commemorates the 1942 Harris Neck Community Diaspora and this year will be the 80th anniversary of the Diaspora. The event honors the ancestors whom inhabited the Original Harris Neck Community. We hope this event will educate people about Harris Neck but also inspire people to learn about the history of places significant to them.