Latino Conservation Week is an opportunity to enjoy the outdoors and learn how you can help protect our land, water, and air. To celebrate LCW 2019, Coldharbour Institute with the USFS will hold a community potluck and film screenings of “Land, Water y Comunidad” and "Milk & Honey" following with a discussion about public lands surrounding our community and opportunities to recreate. Bring your favorite dish, bug spray and family to enjoy an evening outdoors!

To celebrate Latino Conservation Week 2019, Latino Outdoors Portland chapter is hosting a meet & greet along with a short hike at Tryon Creek. This is an opportunity to enjoy time outdoors in community and learn how we play a role in conservation.

Join Latino Outdoors NYC THIS SUNDAY, July 14th as we combine forces with the Northeast Chapter of the American Littoral Society to help restore the shorelines of Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge. This event is FREE! We'll get to go on a short boat ride, then wade in the water planting marsh grasses to help control erosion. There are 20,000 plugs of grass that need to be planted by the end of the month, so the more helpers, the merrier! It should be fun, so sign up soon! Everyone ages 7 and up is welcome to attend.We will meet shortly before 11:00 am at the headquarters for the American Littoral Society, which you can reach easily via public transit (Take the “A” train to the Broadchannel station):28 W 9th RdFar Rockaway, NY 11693.We plan to wrap up and be back on land by 4pm.Wear comfortable clothes that can get wet and dirty. Wear water shoes, or sturdy sandals if you have them. DO NOT wear flipflops - the mud will steal them! Come sun and heat-ready: sunscreen, hat and/or glasses. Bring a snack and/or a lunch, and a refillable water bottle.Please RSVP to let us know you are coming, and so we can share the phone numbers where you can reach us that day: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/latino-conservation-week-jamaica-bay-tickets-64587875073Questions? Write to us at nyc@latinooutdoors.org¡Nos vemos!

Our annual program of volunteer projects and camping on at Bears Ears National Monument is Saturday, July 13th through Tuesday, July 16th. Join our crew for a long weekend working to protect natural and cultural resources on your public lands. We will be surveying cultural sites with Forest Service archeologists and working to protect young aspen trees with Forest Service rangers. Come for a day, two days, or for the full four-day weekend!

Acompañenos el miércoles 17 de Julio para una presentación especial de la película El Vuelo de las Mariposas¡Traigan a toda la familia!El vuelo de las mariposas describe el increíble viaje de miles de mariposas monarca que viajan anualmente desde México a Canadá. Esta proyección especial será parte de la Semana de laConservación Latin. El documental es de 45 minutos de duración. Habrá una breve introducción yoportunidad para discusión después. El documental será presentado en español con subtítulos en inglés.Tendremos refrescos y el evento es gratis. ¡Invita a tu familia, amigos y vecinos!La migración más increíble en la Tierra, es la de la mariposa monarca. El vuelo de las mariposas esuna historia que abarca no solo miles de millas, sino generaciones. El documental sigue la vida y losviajes de Dana, por más de 1,500 millas desde México hasta Canadá, junto con su hija, nieta y bisnieta. ¡Es un viaje increíble, tiene que venir a ver esta pelicula!Para preguntas sobre este evento, por favor contacte a:Lusila Vargas - CHISPA AZCorreo electrónico: lusila_vargas@lcv.orgCelular: 602-425-8110Join us on Wednesday, July 17th for a special film screening of The Flight of the Butterflies.The Flight of the Butterflies describes the incredible journey of thousands of Monarch Butterflies that travel annually from Mexico to Canada. This special screening will be part of Latino Conservation Week. The documentary is 45-minutes long; there will be a brief introduction and opportunity for discussion afterwards. The documentary will be presented in Spanish with English subtitles.Refreshments will be provided and there is no charge for this event. Please invite your family, friends and neighbors!The most incredible migration on Earth, is that of the Monarch Butterfly. “Flight of the Butterflies” is a story that spans not only thousands of miles, but generations. The documentary follows the life and travels of “Dana,” for over 1,500 miles from Mexico to Canada, along with her daughter, granddaughter and great granddaughter. It is one incredible trip you won’t want to miss!For Questions about this event, please contact:Lusila Vargas - CHISPA AZEmail: lusila_vargas@lcv.orgCell: 602-425-8110Event hosted by Chispa AZ, Sierra Club & Ecomadres

We are connecting and building positive relationships between urban youth and the local police department by having police officers teach kids how to fish. Along side the fishing, we will have several different stations that will have activities that will encourage kids to go fishing and enjoy nature after the event. Some of the activities include building a "Soda Can Fishing Reel", "Make Your Own Lures", and "Make Your Own Herbarium".

Let's fire up your core with a nature-inspired power yoga class. We'll start out with energizing pranayama among the roses where you'll learn a calming breathing technique to utilize in stressful moments outside of class. Then we'll get sweaty (bring a towel!) under a mature tree with a 50 minute power yoga practice that ends with a 10 minute savasana + guided loving-kindness meditation. * Yoga mats optional. BYO child + well-behaved pup friendly. * Modifications offered throughout for you to make this YOUR own practice. *

In an effort to strengthen the ties with the local Hispanic community in Southwest Philadelphia, John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge has invited Escuelita Oscar Romero Summer Camp to visit the refuge. On their visit, the children and chaperones will participate in various activities: 1-mile hike, bird watching, and a crayfish activity.

Let's fire up your core with a nature-inspired power yoga class. We'll start out with energizing pranayama among the roses where you'll learn a calming breathing technique to utilize in stressful moments outside of class. Then we'll get sweaty (bring a towel!) under a mature tree with a 50 minute power yoga practice that ends with a 10 minute savasana + guided loving-kindness meditation. * Yoga mats optional. BYO child + well-behaved pup friendly. * Modifications offered throughout for you to make this YOUR own practice. *

Elevate your practice and fully immerse your five sense in a yoga hike that highlights a scenic Hartford area trail! Hike is led by bilingual Trail Guide Yoga Teacher, Nicole Diaz, who shares inspirational facts on the flora + fauna of Connecticut’s wild spaces. * Active hiking: 2 miles roundtrip over flat paved road * All Levels Yoga * Guided Meditation * This will be an incredibly well-rounded experience for your wild souls! No yoga or hiking experience needed. Register by calling: 860-216-1476 or https://www.vasutribe.com/events . Call to let us know if you need a complimentary mat provided.