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Great Parks Forever Receives Grant For Reforestation Pilot Project

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Great Parks Forever, the philanthropic partner of Great Parks of Hamilton County, has received a grant from the Duke Energy Foundation to test several reforestation methods and determine which will best create wildlife habitat and support the growth of native plant species.

An American Kestrel sits at the top of a bare tree in early spring.

Helping a Falcon in Decline

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Have you spotted North America’s smallest falcon around Hamilton County? While American Kestrels are quite adaptable, they sometimes need a little assistance. Conservation Biologist Jack shares why American Kestrels need a specific kind of nesting box and how it can help boost their population.

It’s Always Been About the Future

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Beyond the outdoors, the busy world waits with traffic, task lists and screens. But not here. At Great Parks, you immerse your senses in the wilderness that thrives beyond the concrete and glass of our daily lives.

Here for the Future: Reforestation at Mitchell Memorial Forest

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On a chilly, sunny Saturday in October, nearly 100 Great Parks staff and volunteers gathered on an undeveloped edge of Mitchell Memorial Forest to plant 120 trees and shrubs as part of ongoing restoration efforts. How do plantings like this one help improve habitats for local wildlife? Conservation Biologist Daniel dives into how reforestation projects help Great Parks continue to be here for you now, and here for the future.

Michael Staggs and Ian Scheeler hold the big fish that awarded them first place on September 25, 2021.

Fishing Has Not Slowed Down Yet!

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It was a small but successful Rod Busting Tournament for these dedicated anglers. Other anglers have been catching catfish for the Colossal Fish Tournament, but will they win the pot?

Parky the Raccoon catches a tiny fish at Lake Isabella.

2021 Fishing Tournament Standings

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Find all 2021 Great Parks Fishing Tournaments standings on the Fishin’ Line. Standings are updated after each tournament, so be sure to check back regularly.

Aim The Club, Not Your Feet

Friday Fix | Aim The Club, Not Your Feet

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Welcome to another episode of Friday Fix! Follow along as Great Parks golf professionals share tips and tricks on how you can improve your game. This week, PGA Professional Jennifer shows you how to aim with the club and not your feet.