Community Assistance from the National Park Service

The Rivers, Trails and Conservation Assistance Program (RTCA) helps communities to protect special places for public enjoyment by assisting local partners working together in a process that encourages developing a common vision, creative planning, and collaborative action from all the participants. Updates have recently been posted on the RTCA website that provide information about two local projects: the Greens Bayou Corridor and…

Nature Photo Contest

Jesse H. Jones Park is sponsoring a nature photo conference. Photos are due Monday, April 26, 2010, by 4:30 pm. It’s time to “click-click” for the park’s annual photo contest. For more information, visit http://www.hcp4.net/jones/pdf/Photo-Contest.pdf.

H-GAC Promotes Opportunities to Plant Trees, Enhance Downtowns and Gateways

H-GAC’s Community Trees and Downtown Public Spaces grant programs offer communities the chance to beautify their downtowns and gateways. The Community Trees Grant Program provides funding to purchase trees for community-based plantings in parks, public gathering places, and community gateways. Eligible applicants include cities, counties, and non-profit organizations.  All plantings must be located on public land and be accessible to…