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#CommunityGardens in #Ontario Parks That Welcome Everyone
by Andrew Boyd, March 22, 2026
"Picture a garden where pathways welcome #wheelchairs and #walkers with smooth, wide surfaces. Where raised beds bring vibrant tomatoes and fragrant herbs to comfortable heights for everyone. Where sensory experiences of soil, sunshine, and growing things aren’t limited by mobility or ability. That’s the promise of #accessible community gardens in #OntarioParks.
"These thoughtfully designed spaces transform traditional gardening into an inclusive activity where families, seniors, and individuals with disabilities can dig, plant, and harvest side by side. You’ll find gardens with wheelchair-accessible raised beds at shoulder height, tactile plant markers in braille, and gently graded paths that eliminate barriers between you and nature’s therapeutic benefits.
"Ontario’s accessible community gardens aren’t just about physical access—they’re about belonging. They’re neighborhood gathering spots where retired teachers share #composting wisdom with young families, where #AdaptiveTools make planting possible for arthritic hands, and where the simple joy of watching seedlings sprout creates connections across generations and abilities."
"Whether you’re seeking a peaceful outdoor activity, looking to grow your own fresh vegetables, or searching for meaningful community connection, these gardens offer something remarkable: green spaces designed with everyone in mind. From Toronto’s urban plots to gardens nestled in smaller communities, accessible gardening opportunities are blooming across the province, waiting for you to join in. The soil doesn’t judge, and neither do these welcoming spaces—they simply invite you to grow."
#SolarPunkSunday #AccessibleGardens #AccessibleSpaces #TorontoON #EastviewGardens #OttawaON #LandsdownePark #HamiltonON #GagePark #NottawasagaBluffs #AlgonquinPark #RondeauON #BarrieON #Awenda #SpendTimeOutdoors #GrowYourOwn #GrowYourOwnFood
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#CommunityGardens in #Ontario Parks That Welcome Everyone
by Andrew Boyd, March 22, 2026
"Picture a garden where pathways welcome #wheelchairs and #walkers with smooth, wide surfaces. Where raised beds bring vibrant tomatoes and fragrant herbs to comfortable heights for everyone. Where sensory experiences of soil, sunshine, and growing things aren’t limited by mobility or ability. That’s the promise of #accessible community gardens in #OntarioParks.
"These thoughtfully designed spaces transform traditional gardening into an inclusive activity where families, seniors, and individuals with disabilities can dig, plant, and harvest side by side. You’ll find gardens with wheelchair-accessible raised beds at shoulder height, tactile plant markers in braille, and gently graded paths that eliminate barriers between you and nature’s therapeutic benefits.
"Ontario’s accessible community gardens aren’t just about physical access—they’re about belonging. They’re neighborhood gathering spots where retired teachers share #composting wisdom with young families, where #AdaptiveTools make planting possible for arthritic hands, and where the simple joy of watching seedlings sprout creates connections across generations and abilities."
"Whether you’re seeking a peaceful outdoor activity, looking to grow your own fresh vegetables, or searching for meaningful community connection, these gardens offer something remarkable: green spaces designed with everyone in mind. From Toronto’s urban plots to gardens nestled in smaller communities, accessible gardening opportunities are blooming across the province, waiting for you to join in. The soil doesn’t judge, and neither do these welcoming spaces—they simply invite you to grow."
#SolarPunkSunday #AccessibleGardens #AccessibleSpaces #TorontoON #EastviewGardens #OttawaON #LandsdownePark #HamiltonON #GagePark #NottawasagaBluffs #AlgonquinPark #RondeauON #BarrieON #Awenda #SpendTimeOutdoors #GrowYourOwn #GrowYourOwnFood
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#TorontoON - Guide to the Best #SunflowerFarms in Southern #Ontario
"It’s sunflower season 🌻 and these huge picturesque flowers are springing up all over the province. Starting around late July, families can take some time to wander through farm fields, feel at one with nature and, of course, take plenty of selfies! Many farms also include family activities, such as festivals and produce & flower markets. Say cheese with help from our Guide to the Best Sunflower Farms in Southern Ontario…
Note: The usual season for sunflower farms runs from late July until mid-to-late August. Keep in mind that the availability of farm operations is not guaranteed, as nature is always changing."
Learn more:
https://www.familyfuncanada.com/toronto/sunflower-farms/#SolarPunkSunday #FamilyFunToronto #Toronto #SpendTimeOutdoors #SpendTimeInNature
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#TorontoON - Guide to the Best #SunflowerFarms in Southern #Ontario
"It’s sunflower season 🌻 and these huge picturesque flowers are springing up all over the province. Starting around late July, families can take some time to wander through farm fields, feel at one with nature and, of course, take plenty of selfies! Many farms also include family activities, such as festivals and produce & flower markets. Say cheese with help from our Guide to the Best Sunflower Farms in Southern Ontario…
Note: The usual season for sunflower farms runs from late July until mid-to-late August. Keep in mind that the availability of farm operations is not guaranteed, as nature is always changing."
Learn more:
https://www.familyfuncanada.com/toronto/sunflower-farms/#SolarPunkSunday #FamilyFunToronto #Toronto #SpendTimeOutdoors #SpendTimeInNature
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#WellsME - Eyes on the #Estuary: A Visit to the Research Marsh
Explore current field research projects happening along the trail and out on the #SaltMarsh !
Thursday, August 6, 2026, 10:00am – 12:00pm
Cost: Free with Admission"As visitors to the Wells Reserve explore the natural beauty along the trails, a group of scientists are working in the background to better understand these important #ecosystems. On this guided walk, we will dive deeper into these ongoing research projects to learn about the impacts of invasive plant and crab species, restoration of the endangered New England Cottontail, and participate in hands-on water quality monitoring.
"This program is about 1.75 hours and covers about 1 mile round trip. Much of the walk will be out on the salt marsh so close-toed shoes/boots that can get a little wet or muddy and long pants are recommended. This program is geared towards adult audiences, but is open to interested participants as young as middle school.
"Your guide, Gail, is a retired marine biologist and high school science teacher and current #WellsReserve volunteer. "
FMI and to register:
https://wellsreserve.org/event/88992/eyes-on-the-estuary-a-visit-to-the-research-marsh#SolarPunkSunday #SpendTimeOutdoors #SpendTimeInNature #MaineEvents #WellsReserve #WellsReserveAtLaudholm
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#WellsME - Eyes on the #Estuary: A Visit to the Research Marsh
Explore current field research projects happening along the trail and out on the #SaltMarsh !
Thursday, August 6, 2026, 10:00am – 12:00pm
Cost: Free with Admission"As visitors to the Wells Reserve explore the natural beauty along the trails, a group of scientists are working in the background to better understand these important #ecosystems. On this guided walk, we will dive deeper into these ongoing research projects to learn about the impacts of invasive plant and crab species, restoration of the endangered New England Cottontail, and participate in hands-on water quality monitoring.
"This program is about 1.75 hours and covers about 1 mile round trip. Much of the walk will be out on the salt marsh so close-toed shoes/boots that can get a little wet or muddy and long pants are recommended. This program is geared towards adult audiences, but is open to interested participants as young as middle school.
"Your guide, Gail, is a retired marine biologist and high school science teacher and current #WellsReserve volunteer. "
FMI and to register:
https://wellsreserve.org/event/88992/eyes-on-the-estuary-a-visit-to-the-research-marsh#SolarPunkSunday #SpendTimeOutdoors #SpendTimeInNature #MaineEvents #WellsReserve #WellsReserveAtLaudholm
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#FalmouthME - Volunteer Work Day – #InvasiveSpecies Removal and Mitigation
Friday, August 7, 2026
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm#MaineAudubon - Gilsland Farm
20 Gilsland Farm Road
Falmouth, ME 04105"Help us manage the creep of invasive species into #GilslandFarm using mechanical techniques. Get some exercise and maybe learn a few identification and management techniques while helping preserve the native habitats present at Gilsland Farm. All are welcome but expect a quarter-mile walk on uneven terrain. Work will be outside, please dress appropriately. Tools will be provided.
Maine Audubon strives to provide inclusive and accessible programs for all members of the community. If you require accommodations to participate in this program, please email [email protected]. Maine Audubon can best meet the needs of requests submitted at least seven days before the event start date."
#SolarPunkSunday #SpendTimeOutdoors #SpendTimeInNature #NaturePreserve #PreserveCleanUp #MaineEvents
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#FalmouthME - Volunteer Work Day – #InvasiveSpecies Removal and Mitigation
Friday, August 7, 2026
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm#MaineAudubon - Gilsland Farm
20 Gilsland Farm Road
Falmouth, ME 04105"Help us manage the creep of invasive species into #GilslandFarm using mechanical techniques. Get some exercise and maybe learn a few identification and management techniques while helping preserve the native habitats present at Gilsland Farm. All are welcome but expect a quarter-mile walk on uneven terrain. Work will be outside, please dress appropriately. Tools will be provided.
Maine Audubon strives to provide inclusive and accessible programs for all members of the community. If you require accommodations to participate in this program, please email [email protected]. Maine Audubon can best meet the needs of requests submitted at least seven days before the event start date."
#SolarPunkSunday #SpendTimeOutdoors #SpendTimeInNature #NaturePreserve #PreserveCleanUp #MaineEvents
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#FalmouthME - All Persons Trail Coming to #GilslandFarm
by #MaineAudubon Staff
Media Release, News & Notes · July 17, 2026"One of the hallmarks of Maine Audubon’s vision is to create accessible, inclusive, and welcoming wildlife sanctuaries that provide a haven for Maine wildlife and broaden access to nature and experiential learning for everyone. Stepping over tree roots, navigating an uneven path, and climbing up a grassy slope: these present unsurmountable obstacles for many people. With that in mind, we are thrilled to report that we have secured funding from the Recreational Trails Program, as well as Morton-Kelly Charitable Trust, Fields Pond Foundation Inc., Athletic Brewing Company Two for the Trails, Martin’s Point Health Care, and other generous donors, which will enable us to construct a 2,075-foot-long All Persons Trail at Gilsland Farm Audubon Center this year. Opening week is scheduled for October 19 through 23; look for more details about the opening coming soon!
"The new trail will begin and end at the Visitor Center parking lot, go through forested areas, and along a boardwalk before emerging into edge habitat and open meadow, with three rest stops and benches. A 275-foot-long spur trail will reach a high vista point in the West Meadow offering views of the #PresumpscotRiver estuary, before looping back through a shaded mixed hardwood forest. Built to U.S. Forest Service Trail Accessibility Guidelines, the trail will be five feet wide (six feet wide along the boardwalk) with a compacted gravel surface and a maximum slope of 5%. The parking lot, which is 105 feet from the trailhead, will have two accessible parking spaces including one which is van accessible.
"We’re excited to report that construction on the trail begins in mid July! We will need to make some adjustments at the sanctuary and ask for your patience as we create this important new feature that will both benefit visitors to Gilsland Farm and better mitigate the long-term impacts of our trail system.
"The trail will follow some of the existing trail network, while other sections of trail will be rerouted and some sections newly created. As such, during this construction phase, visitors should expect to see small sections of the existing trail network located around the Visitor Center temporarily closed. Areas with trail closures will be identified by orange fencing and signage. There may also be days when some parking spots are reserved for construction equipment and these will be marked with orange cones. Access to the West Meadow will remain open during the initial phases of construction, but the routes to get there may shift temporarily. Staff in the Visitor Center will be able to provide up-to-date directions during open hours and signs will help point the way."
#SolarPunkSunday #AccessibleTrails #MaineTrails #SpendTimeOutdoors
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#FalmouthME - All Persons Trail Coming to #GilslandFarm
by #MaineAudubon Staff
Media Release, News & Notes · July 17, 2026"One of the hallmarks of Maine Audubon’s vision is to create accessible, inclusive, and welcoming wildlife sanctuaries that provide a haven for Maine wildlife and broaden access to nature and experiential learning for everyone. Stepping over tree roots, navigating an uneven path, and climbing up a grassy slope: these present unsurmountable obstacles for many people. With that in mind, we are thrilled to report that we have secured funding from the Recreational Trails Program, as well as Morton-Kelly Charitable Trust, Fields Pond Foundation Inc., Athletic Brewing Company Two for the Trails, Martin’s Point Health Care, and other generous donors, which will enable us to construct a 2,075-foot-long All Persons Trail at Gilsland Farm Audubon Center this year. Opening week is scheduled for October 19 through 23; look for more details about the opening coming soon!
"The new trail will begin and end at the Visitor Center parking lot, go through forested areas, and along a boardwalk before emerging into edge habitat and open meadow, with three rest stops and benches. A 275-foot-long spur trail will reach a high vista point in the West Meadow offering views of the #PresumpscotRiver estuary, before looping back through a shaded mixed hardwood forest. Built to U.S. Forest Service Trail Accessibility Guidelines, the trail will be five feet wide (six feet wide along the boardwalk) with a compacted gravel surface and a maximum slope of 5%. The parking lot, which is 105 feet from the trailhead, will have two accessible parking spaces including one which is van accessible.
"We’re excited to report that construction on the trail begins in mid July! We will need to make some adjustments at the sanctuary and ask for your patience as we create this important new feature that will both benefit visitors to Gilsland Farm and better mitigate the long-term impacts of our trail system.
"The trail will follow some of the existing trail network, while other sections of trail will be rerouted and some sections newly created. As such, during this construction phase, visitors should expect to see small sections of the existing trail network located around the Visitor Center temporarily closed. Areas with trail closures will be identified by orange fencing and signage. There may also be days when some parking spots are reserved for construction equipment and these will be marked with orange cones. Access to the West Meadow will remain open during the initial phases of construction, but the routes to get there may shift temporarily. Staff in the Visitor Center will be able to provide up-to-date directions during open hours and signs will help point the way."
#SolarPunkSunday #AccessibleTrails #MaineTrails #SpendTimeOutdoors
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A photo I took a few years ago of what is now the #BrandyBrowForest and #BeaverDam!
#SolarPunkSunday #LandConservation #LandTrust #ConservedLand #Massachusetts #SpendTimeInNature #SpendTimeOutdoors
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A photo I took a few years ago of what is now the #BrandyBrowForest and #BeaverDam!
#SolarPunkSunday #LandConservation #LandTrust #ConservedLand #Massachusetts #SpendTimeInNature #SpendTimeOutdoors
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So, I spent a LOT of my childhood playing in a "swamp" -- wetlands and woods near my childhood home, which included a #BeaverDam. Part of the area was an abandoned quarry and sandpit owned by Brock Industries. Once the quarry was posted, the area was able to return to its wild state. I was pleased to find out that the area was sold to a #LandTrust, and the old entrance to the sandpit is now the trailhead for the #BrandyBrowForest! I'm hoping something similar can happen with a local sandpit near conservation lands here in Southern Maine. I'm working on it!
Let’s Hike Haverhill - Brandy Brow Forest - Myron's Road Trailhead
"Using funds from the Drinking Water Supply Protection Program, in 2025 the city purchased and protected 41-acres as part of the larger 600-acre Brandy Brow Forest. Shortly after the purchase, the Myron's Rd Trailhead was created.
City of Haverhill DPW Director Bob Ward will guide us through this vast area where the trails are mostly flat. We'll visit a 5-foot tall beaver dam along the way! "
Opening day was this past May, 2026!
https://www.ecga.org/event/lets-hike-haverhill-brandy-brow-forest-myrons-road-trailheadFMI [still in-progress]:
https://www.haverhillma.gov/parks-recreation-culture/parks-trails-and-conservation-areas/conservation-areas/brandy-brow-forest/#SolarPunkSunday #ConservedLand #Massachusetts #NorthShoreMassachusetts #BeaverDams #ConserveNature #LandConservation #LandTrust #SpendTimeInNature #SpendTimeOutdoors
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So, I spent a LOT of my childhood playing in a "swamp" -- wetlands and woods near my childhood home, which included a #BeaverDam. Part of the area was an abandoned quarry and sandpit owned by Brock Industries. Once the quarry was posted, the area was able to return to its wild state. I was pleased to find out that the area was sold to a #LandTrust, and the old entrance to the sandpit is now the trailhead for the #BrandyBrowForest! I'm hoping something similar can happen with a local sandpit near conservation lands here in Southern Maine. I'm working on it!
Let’s Hike Haverhill - Brandy Brow Forest - Myron's Road Trailhead
"Using funds from the Drinking Water Supply Protection Program, in 2025 the city purchased and protected 41-acres as part of the larger 600-acre Brandy Brow Forest. Shortly after the purchase, the Myron's Rd Trailhead was created.
City of Haverhill DPW Director Bob Ward will guide us through this vast area where the trails are mostly flat. We'll visit a 5-foot tall beaver dam along the way! "
Opening day was this past May, 2026!
https://www.ecga.org/event/lets-hike-haverhill-brandy-brow-forest-myrons-road-trailheadFMI [still in-progress]:
https://www.haverhillma.gov/parks-recreation-culture/parks-trails-and-conservation-areas/conservation-areas/brandy-brow-forest/#SolarPunkSunday #ConservedLand #Massachusetts #NorthShoreMassachusetts #BeaverDams #ConserveNature #LandConservation #LandTrust #SpendTimeInNature #SpendTimeOutdoors
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Starting a new weekend habit -- reading with bees! Sat outside with a book, enjoying the buzzy ambience.
#SolarPunkSunday #SolarPunkSaturday #SpendTimeOutdoors #ReadABook #ReadingWithBees
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Starting a new weekend habit -- reading with bees! Sat outside with a book, enjoying the buzzy ambience.
#SolarPunkSunday #SolarPunkSaturday #SpendTimeOutdoors #ReadABook #ReadingWithBees
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The #CharlesRiver #CommunityGarden in #AllstonMA helped me to cope when I lived in the city. While I didn't have a plot, I still enjoyed the #GreenSpace and it helped ground and calm me. I hope it stays around for many, many more years!
History of our Garden
"The Charles River Community Garden, #CRCG, was established in 1979/80 by Julie Hensler, who could not find an available plot in the Herter Garden. She contacted the Dept of Food and Agriculture community gardening program and was told there was land further upstream. She rounded up 20 friends and they staked out a 60’ x 40’ garden and turned the soil. It was then divided into 10’ x 20’ plots. Adjacent to the CRCG was the #BostonFoodCoop Small #VictoryGarden. In 1985-86 Julie and her husband took a year off to travel around the world, giving the work of Garden Coordinator to two gardeners who failed to do the job. The garden appeared abandoned and the Dept of Agriculture threatened to terminate the lease. 'Julie called all of the garden members from 1984: many had moved, some had just given up. The list of active gardeners was only about half a dozen people. Everywhere Jule went she tried to convince people to join the garden. Those who joined took 2, 3 or even 4 plots to keep the garden running. The effort was successful, and the garden got approval from the Dept of Agriculture to continue.' In 1996 the two gardens merged under Sue Wymelenberg, who secured funds for the fence and formed the Garden Council. Sue was succeeded by Peter Burns."
#SolarPunkSunday #CommunityGardens #BostonMA #SpendTimeOutdoors
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The #CharlesRiver #CommunityGarden in #AllstonMA helped me to cope when I lived in the city. While I didn't have a plot, I still enjoyed the #GreenSpace and it helped ground and calm me. I hope it stays around for many, many more years!
History of our Garden
"The Charles River Community Garden, #CRCG, was established in 1979/80 by Julie Hensler, who could not find an available plot in the Herter Garden. She contacted the Dept of Food and Agriculture community gardening program and was told there was land further upstream. She rounded up 20 friends and they staked out a 60’ x 40’ garden and turned the soil. It was then divided into 10’ x 20’ plots. Adjacent to the CRCG was the #BostonFoodCoop Small #VictoryGarden. In 1985-86 Julie and her husband took a year off to travel around the world, giving the work of Garden Coordinator to two gardeners who failed to do the job. The garden appeared abandoned and the Dept of Agriculture threatened to terminate the lease. 'Julie called all of the garden members from 1984: many had moved, some had just given up. The list of active gardeners was only about half a dozen people. Everywhere Jule went she tried to convince people to join the garden. Those who joined took 2, 3 or even 4 plots to keep the garden running. The effort was successful, and the garden got approval from the Dept of Agriculture to continue.' In 1996 the two gardens merged under Sue Wymelenberg, who secured funds for the fence and formed the Garden Council. Sue was succeeded by Peter Burns."
#SolarPunkSunday #CommunityGardens #BostonMA #SpendTimeOutdoors
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‘Into the Wild’: A meta-synthesis of talking therapy in natural outdoor spaces
This Meta-synthesis highlights the benefits of holding therapy sessions in #nature, which can reduce stress, improve mood, and enhance emotional well-being. While outdoor therapy offers unique advantages, such as greater openness and connection with nature, it also requires careful consideration of client suitability and professional training.
"Summary:
This article explores the benefits of conducting talking therapy in natural outdoor settings, which can reduce stress and improve mood. By integrating therapy with nature, practitioners enhance emotional well-being and encourage open expression. A review of 38 studies involving 322 practitioners and 163 clients outlines best practices and techniques.
Outdoor therapy ranges from using nature as a calming backdrop to actively incorporating the environment into sessions. While challenges like client suitability and professional training exist, the study highlights its growing potential in mental health care. However, a few limitations were identified such as potential distractions, lack of privacy, and lack of control around weather conditions."
Link to article [via #ScienceDirect]:
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0272735820300295#SolarPunkSunday #OutdoorTherapy #HorticulturalTherapy #TalkTherapy #SpendTimeInNature #SpendTimeOutdoors #NatureHeals
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‘Into the Wild’: A meta-synthesis of talking therapy in natural outdoor spaces
This Meta-synthesis highlights the benefits of holding therapy sessions in #nature, which can reduce stress, improve mood, and enhance emotional well-being. While outdoor therapy offers unique advantages, such as greater openness and connection with nature, it also requires careful consideration of client suitability and professional training.
"Summary:
This article explores the benefits of conducting talking therapy in natural outdoor settings, which can reduce stress and improve mood. By integrating therapy with nature, practitioners enhance emotional well-being and encourage open expression. A review of 38 studies involving 322 practitioners and 163 clients outlines best practices and techniques.
Outdoor therapy ranges from using nature as a calming backdrop to actively incorporating the environment into sessions. While challenges like client suitability and professional training exist, the study highlights its growing potential in mental health care. However, a few limitations were identified such as potential distractions, lack of privacy, and lack of control around weather conditions."
Link to article [via #ScienceDirect]:
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0272735820300295#SolarPunkSunday #OutdoorTherapy #HorticulturalTherapy #TalkTherapy #SpendTimeInNature #SpendTimeOutdoors #NatureHeals
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‘The nourishing soil of the soul’: The role of #HorticulturalTherapy in promoting well-being in community-dwelling people with #dementia
#Gardening can help people with dementia feel more active, connected, and less lonely by improving their physical and mental well-being. The article highlights the need for more #Accessible gardening programs in the community to support social engagement and a better quality of life.
Summary:
"This article explores how gardening and nature-based activities can improve the well-being of people living with dementia, especially those in a long-term care community. Many individuals with dementia experience loneliness and a decline in their ability to engage in daily activities. Gardening offers a way to stay active, connect with nature, and interact with others. Which can help reduce stress, boost mood, and improve both physical and mental health. Despite strong evidence of its benefits in care homes, horticultural therapy is not widely used in community settings.
The authors highlight the need for more opportunities for people with dementia to engage in gardening, as it can promote social connections and a sense of purpose. They argue that making gardens accessible and integrating horticultural therapy into community care programs could significantly improve quality of life. By encouraging outdoor activities, people with dementia may feel more included, confident, and independent in their daily lives."
Article [academic paywall]:
https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/1471301215623889#SolarPunkSunday #HealingThroughNature #SpendTimeInNature #CommunityLiving #AccessibleGardens #AccessibleGreenSpaces #LivingWithDementia #SpendTimeOutdoors
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‘The nourishing soil of the soul’: The role of #HorticulturalTherapy in promoting well-being in community-dwelling people with #dementia
#Gardening can help people with dementia feel more active, connected, and less lonely by improving their physical and mental well-being. The article highlights the need for more #Accessible gardening programs in the community to support social engagement and a better quality of life.
Summary:
"This article explores how gardening and nature-based activities can improve the well-being of people living with dementia, especially those in a long-term care community. Many individuals with dementia experience loneliness and a decline in their ability to engage in daily activities. Gardening offers a way to stay active, connect with nature, and interact with others. Which can help reduce stress, boost mood, and improve both physical and mental health. Despite strong evidence of its benefits in care homes, horticultural therapy is not widely used in community settings.
The authors highlight the need for more opportunities for people with dementia to engage in gardening, as it can promote social connections and a sense of purpose. They argue that making gardens accessible and integrating horticultural therapy into community care programs could significantly improve quality of life. By encouraging outdoor activities, people with dementia may feel more included, confident, and independent in their daily lives."
Article [academic paywall]:
https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/1471301215623889#SolarPunkSunday #HealingThroughNature #SpendTimeInNature #CommunityLiving #AccessibleGardens #AccessibleGreenSpaces #LivingWithDementia #SpendTimeOutdoors
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Before and after photos. My #HomeGarden 3 years ago and today! My hope is that some of the squash and cukes will climb the fence... If not, I may have to make some supports for them like I did 3 years ago.
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Before and after photos. My #HomeGarden 3 years ago and today! My hope is that some of the squash and cukes will climb the fence... If not, I may have to make some supports for them like I did 3 years ago.
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Accessible Places In #Toronto’s Great Outdoors
by Tatiana Furtado, June 2, 2021
"Summer days are here and so are the endless possibilities of outdoor activities! Planning a fun day outdoors is exciting and it’s important that everyone is included. From the city’s hidden gems, to the mainstream parks and paths, we’ve listed accessible places in Toronto for you to explore!
#HumberRiver Recreation Trail
The Humber River trail is a break from the hectic city noise. The surrounding greenery makes it soothing, quiet and enjoyable! The trail follows alongside the Humber River and is 8.2 KM in distance. Its paved concrete surface makes it 100% accessible for people using #wheelchair / #MobilityEquipment or #strollers! There’s a designated walking path for pedestrians so bikers can enjoy their time too. The most #accessible part of the trail is the first kilometre and there are plenty of benches along the trail for anyone in need. This trail is pet friendly too, so bring your dog along with you next time!
Note: Also check out West Humber River Recreation Trail for a longer trail of 19 km!
At 750 Bloor Street West, Christie Pits Parks is a beautiful place for all outdoor activities. The park has baseball fields, basketball and volleyball courts, a playground and a beautiful community garden! There are benches located at the centre of the garden that allow you to take in all the beautiful flowers!
Sidewalks, concrete pavement and well-kept grass makes this space accessible to anyone in the community. This is a great place to plan yourself a picnic, while enjoying the summer sun! You can even catch people walking the tight rope!
Street parking is available around the outskirts of the park.
#TrinityBellwoods Park
You can never get tired of Trinity Bellwoods because its such a great place to be when the weather is nice! Trinity Bellwoods park is such a welcoming environment and accessible to anyone in the city! You can always find a bunch of people enjoying their time and letting loose here. It’s also close to so many delicious food spots! The paved trails make it a safe, accessible environment and public washroom are also available. There’s endless activities to do here, so get ready if you want to have some fun! Definitely one of the most accessible places in Toronto for a day outdoors.
If you find yourself here sometime soon, check out King Slice at 1130 Queen St W. This is possibility the best and biggest pizza in the city!
#NorthernRavines And Gardens Trail
The Northern Ravines and Gardens Trail runs 5.5 KM in distance. Its a walking and hiking only trail fully surrounded in nature! This is the perfect trail for people using wheelchair/mobility equipment since they don’t have to worry about getting in the way of any bikers. A good place to start the trail is at #LawrenceSubwayStation and it will lead you through #LawrencePark, #Chatsworth, #Blythwood and #SherwoodPark ravines! This is a beautiful place to spend a lovely Sunday afternoon!"
Source:
http://viewthevibe.com/accessible-places-in-torontos-great-outdoors/#SolarPunkSunday #AccessibleTrails #SpendTimeInNature #TorontoCanada #AccessibleParks #TorontoParks #SpendTimeOutdoors
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Accessible Places In #Toronto’s Great Outdoors
by Tatiana Furtado, June 2, 2021
"Summer days are here and so are the endless possibilities of outdoor activities! Planning a fun day outdoors is exciting and it’s important that everyone is included. From the city’s hidden gems, to the mainstream parks and paths, we’ve listed accessible places in Toronto for you to explore!
#HumberRiver Recreation Trail
The Humber River trail is a break from the hectic city noise. The surrounding greenery makes it soothing, quiet and enjoyable! The trail follows alongside the Humber River and is 8.2 KM in distance. Its paved concrete surface makes it 100% accessible for people using #wheelchair / #MobilityEquipment or #strollers! There’s a designated walking path for pedestrians so bikers can enjoy their time too. The most #accessible part of the trail is the first kilometre and there are plenty of benches along the trail for anyone in need. This trail is pet friendly too, so bring your dog along with you next time!
Note: Also check out West Humber River Recreation Trail for a longer trail of 19 km!
At 750 Bloor Street West, Christie Pits Parks is a beautiful place for all outdoor activities. The park has baseball fields, basketball and volleyball courts, a playground and a beautiful community garden! There are benches located at the centre of the garden that allow you to take in all the beautiful flowers!
Sidewalks, concrete pavement and well-kept grass makes this space accessible to anyone in the community. This is a great place to plan yourself a picnic, while enjoying the summer sun! You can even catch people walking the tight rope!
Street parking is available around the outskirts of the park.
#TrinityBellwoods Park
You can never get tired of Trinity Bellwoods because its such a great place to be when the weather is nice! Trinity Bellwoods park is such a welcoming environment and accessible to anyone in the city! You can always find a bunch of people enjoying their time and letting loose here. It’s also close to so many delicious food spots! The paved trails make it a safe, accessible environment and public washroom are also available. There’s endless activities to do here, so get ready if you want to have some fun! Definitely one of the most accessible places in Toronto for a day outdoors.
If you find yourself here sometime soon, check out King Slice at 1130 Queen St W. This is possibility the best and biggest pizza in the city!
#NorthernRavines And Gardens Trail
The Northern Ravines and Gardens Trail runs 5.5 KM in distance. Its a walking and hiking only trail fully surrounded in nature! This is the perfect trail for people using wheelchair/mobility equipment since they don’t have to worry about getting in the way of any bikers. A good place to start the trail is at #LawrenceSubwayStation and it will lead you through #LawrencePark, #Chatsworth, #Blythwood and #SherwoodPark ravines! This is a beautiful place to spend a lovely Sunday afternoon!"
Source:
http://viewthevibe.com/accessible-places-in-torontos-great-outdoors/#SolarPunkSunday #AccessibleTrails #SpendTimeInNature #TorontoCanada #AccessibleParks #TorontoParks #SpendTimeOutdoors
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#AucklandNZ - #CornwallPark Winter Scavenger Hunt
Monday, June 29, 2026
Tuesday, June 30, 2026
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
Thursday, July 2, 2026
Friday, July 3, 202610:00 am - 4:00 pm
Free
Suitable for Preschoolers, Children, Tweens and Teens
"Collect a scavenger hunt from Huia Lodge or print one at home. Use it to explore the park and discover some winter wonders.
This self-led activity is suitable for the young and young at heart. Take your time and find a new delight each time you visit the park or race your friends and whānau to see who can find them all the fastest.
The clues will lead you all around the park to different accessible locations. You will need to bring your own pen or pencil."
FMI:
https://www.aucklandforkids.co.nz/events/seasonal-scavenger-hunt-winter-2026/var/ri-12.l-L1/#SolarPunkSunday #SpendTimeOutdoors #SpendTimeInNature #PlayIsTheWay #Aotearoa
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#AucklandNZ - #CornwallPark Winter Scavenger Hunt
Monday, June 29, 2026
Tuesday, June 30, 2026
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
Thursday, July 2, 2026
Friday, July 3, 202610:00 am - 4:00 pm
Free
Suitable for Preschoolers, Children, Tweens and Teens
"Collect a scavenger hunt from Huia Lodge or print one at home. Use it to explore the park and discover some winter wonders.
This self-led activity is suitable for the young and young at heart. Take your time and find a new delight each time you visit the park or race your friends and whānau to see who can find them all the fastest.
The clues will lead you all around the park to different accessible locations. You will need to bring your own pen or pencil."
FMI:
https://www.aucklandforkids.co.nz/events/seasonal-scavenger-hunt-winter-2026/var/ri-12.l-L1/#SolarPunkSunday #SpendTimeOutdoors #SpendTimeInNature #PlayIsTheWay #Aotearoa
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#WellsME - TODAY!
#Laudholm Lawn Day: #SummerSolstice Celebration
Saturday, June 20, 2026, 4:00pm – 7:00pm
Preregistration is not required, but encouraged to help us estimate attendance.
Pricing:
Non-Member Adults: $7
Non-Member Children: $2
Members: free"Pack your own picnic and join us for our summer solstice season opener! Enjoy outdoor yoga, flowers, guided walks, a plant sale, ice cream, cocktails, and more."
FMI and to register:
https://wellsreserve.org/event/88331/laudholm-lawn-day-summer-solstice-celebration#SolarPunkSunday #SpendTimeOutdoors #WellsReserve #LaudholmReserve #MaineEvents
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#WellsME - TODAY!
#Laudholm Lawn Day: #SummerSolstice Celebration
Saturday, June 20, 2026, 4:00pm – 7:00pm
Preregistration is not required, but encouraged to help us estimate attendance.
Pricing:
Non-Member Adults: $7
Non-Member Children: $2
Members: free"Pack your own picnic and join us for our summer solstice season opener! Enjoy outdoor yoga, flowers, guided walks, a plant sale, ice cream, cocktails, and more."
FMI and to register:
https://wellsreserve.org/event/88331/laudholm-lawn-day-summer-solstice-celebration#SolarPunkSunday #SpendTimeOutdoors #WellsReserve #LaudholmReserve #MaineEvents
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#YarmouthME - #CommunityGarden
Garden Explorer Camp
"Check out our exciting, newly revised Garden Explorer Camp that will run this summer Monday-Friday for 3 different weeks:
7/20-7/27-Art in the Garden from 9:00-11:30am for 6-8 year olds,
7/27-7/31-Garden Heroes from 9:00-11:30am for 6-8 year olds
8/3-8/7-Magic in the Gardens from 9:00-11:30am for 4-6 year olds-CURRENTLY FULL.
Click on the link below to register through Yarmouth Community Services. It should be great fun!"
https://yarmouthcommunitygarden.org/garden-explorer-camp/
#SolarPunkSunday #MaineEvents #GardenCamp #GardenExplorers #SpendTimeOutdoors #MakeArt #NatureObservations #GardenArt #CommunityGardens #YoungGardeners #BuildingCommunity
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#YarmouthME - #CommunityGarden
Garden Explorer Camp
"Check out our exciting, newly revised Garden Explorer Camp that will run this summer Monday-Friday for 3 different weeks:
7/20-7/27-Art in the Garden from 9:00-11:30am for 6-8 year olds,
7/27-7/31-Garden Heroes from 9:00-11:30am for 6-8 year olds
8/3-8/7-Magic in the Gardens from 9:00-11:30am for 4-6 year olds-CURRENTLY FULL.
Click on the link below to register through Yarmouth Community Services. It should be great fun!"
https://yarmouthcommunitygarden.org/garden-explorer-camp/
#SolarPunkSunday #MaineEvents #GardenCamp #GardenExplorers #SpendTimeOutdoors #MakeArt #NatureObservations #GardenArt #CommunityGardens #YoungGardeners #BuildingCommunity
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One of the last #PYO #StrawberryFarms in Southern #Maine is next door to the planned #Datacenter in #SanfordME -- #LavigneStrawberryFarm. Strawberry picking is a great family activity which involves being outdoors!
https://www.yelp.com/biz/lavigne-strawberry-farm-sanford
#NoDatacenters #MainePol #MEPol
#Datacenters #FamilyFarms #MousamRiver #NoisePollution #ProtectTheFarms #SpendTimeOutdoors -
One of the last #PYO #StrawberryFarms in Southern #Maine is next door to the planned #Datacenter in #SanfordME -- #LavigneStrawberryFarm. Strawberry picking is a great family activity which involves being outdoors!
https://www.yelp.com/biz/lavigne-strawberry-farm-sanford
#NoDatacenters #MainePol #MEPol
#Datacenters #FamilyFarms #MousamRiver #NoisePollution #ProtectTheFarms #SpendTimeOutdoors -
I feel so blessed to live in a rural area. This view was a short (15 minute) drive from my house. The land is owned by a local family-run orchard, and offers "pick your own" apple picking in the fall!
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I feel so blessed to live in a rural area. This view was a short (15 minute) drive from my house. The land is owned by a local family-run orchard, and offers "pick your own" apple picking in the fall!
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So, my makeshift garden gate door needs some support. I did an inventory of hardware, and I need a few parts, so off to the local hardware store. Then a quick jaunt to "Apple Blossom Hill" for a recharge and photos, and some #CommunityGarden time on the way back. And bonus -- I get to play with my recently acquired wood mitre box (none of that plastic shit) and Japanese hand saws! Psyched!
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So, my makeshift garden gate door needs some support. I did an inventory of hardware, and I need a few parts, so off to the local hardware store. Then a quick jaunt to "Apple Blossom Hill" for a recharge and photos, and some #CommunityGarden time on the way back. And bonus -- I get to play with my recently acquired wood mitre box (none of that plastic shit) and Japanese hand saws! Psyched!
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Well, I finally got around to sharing the #MaineAudubon #NatureExplorerBackpacks info with the #LibraryOfThings group. It seems to be a big hit! Good!
"This is a great resource!
Thanks for sharing,
Chris"
#SolarPunkSunday #LibraryOfThings #SpendTimeOutdoors #SpendTimeInNature #LibrariesRule #Audubon #NatureBasedLearning #CitizenScience #NatureObservations
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Well, I finally got around to sharing the #MaineAudubon #NatureExplorerBackpacks info with the #LibraryOfThings group. It seems to be a big hit! Good!
"This is a great resource!
Thanks for sharing,
Chris"
#SolarPunkSunday #LibraryOfThings #SpendTimeOutdoors #SpendTimeInNature #LibrariesRule #Audubon #NatureBasedLearning #CitizenScience #NatureObservations
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#TucsonAZ - #TucsonVillageFarm - Midweek Market
Next event: 4 - 6 p.m., May 20, 2026
2201 East Roger Road
(look for the windmill)"We sell TVF grown produce, farm-fresh soup, focaccia bread, chocolate chip cookies, and MORE. Prices will be posted at the farm.
Cash, cards, ApplePay, SNAP, and DoubleUp Bucks with EBT card.
Our retail space will be open as well. We have items like TVF cookbooks, handmade soaps, chapsticks, screen printed shirts, and more!
Every purchase supports us in our mission to provide health and agriculture education to Arizona youth.
Tucson Village Farm (#TVF) is a #SeedToTable program designed to reconnect young people to a healthy food system, teach them how to grow and prepare fresh food, and empower them to make healthy life choices.
A program of the Pima County Cooperative Extension and the University of Arizona, TVF is a working #UrbanFarm and healthy living center that fosters life and leadership skills in young people through #agriculture, culinary education, #outdoor adventure opportunities, and community engagement. "
https://tucsonvillagefarm.arizona.edu/events/midweek-market-2
#SolarPunkSunday #UniversityOfArizona #SpendTimeOutdoors #BuildingCommunity #YouthGardening #OutdoorEducation #SupportLocalFarms
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#TucsonAZ - #TucsonVillageFarm - Midweek Market
Next event: 4 - 6 p.m., May 20, 2026
2201 East Roger Road
(look for the windmill)"We sell TVF grown produce, farm-fresh soup, focaccia bread, chocolate chip cookies, and MORE. Prices will be posted at the farm.
Cash, cards, ApplePay, SNAP, and DoubleUp Bucks with EBT card.
Our retail space will be open as well. We have items like TVF cookbooks, handmade soaps, chapsticks, screen printed shirts, and more!
Every purchase supports us in our mission to provide health and agriculture education to Arizona youth.
Tucson Village Farm (#TVF) is a #SeedToTable program designed to reconnect young people to a healthy food system, teach them how to grow and prepare fresh food, and empower them to make healthy life choices.
A program of the Pima County Cooperative Extension and the University of Arizona, TVF is a working #UrbanFarm and healthy living center that fosters life and leadership skills in young people through #agriculture, culinary education, #outdoor adventure opportunities, and community engagement. "
https://tucsonvillagefarm.arizona.edu/events/midweek-market-2
#SolarPunkSunday #UniversityOfArizona #SpendTimeOutdoors #BuildingCommunity #YouthGardening #OutdoorEducation #SupportLocalFarms
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At my old stomping grounds!
#PortlandME - #NatureJournaling
Friday, May 29, 2026
Program Type: Workshop
Age Group: Adults (Ages 19+)#BurbankBranchLibrary
377 Stevens Street
Portland, ME 04103- Pre-registration is required for this event.
- This event is for registrants age 19 and above."Join #Maine #MasterNaturalist, Cordelia Hill to journal through the seasons. Cordelia will introduce a seasonal topic, lead a warm up activity, and provide time for journaling based on the day's theme.
Materials are included and beginners are welcome!"
To register:
https://portlandme.librarycalendar.com/event/nature-journaling-11318#SolarPunkSunday #SpendTimeOutdoors #SpendTimeInNature #CitizenScience #ObservingNature #LibraryGardens #MaineLibraries #LibrariesRule
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At my old stomping grounds!
#PortlandME - #NatureJournaling
Friday, May 29, 2026
Program Type: Workshop
Age Group: Adults (Ages 19+)#BurbankBranchLibrary
377 Stevens Street
Portland, ME 04103- Pre-registration is required for this event.
- This event is for registrants age 19 and above."Join #Maine #MasterNaturalist, Cordelia Hill to journal through the seasons. Cordelia will introduce a seasonal topic, lead a warm up activity, and provide time for journaling based on the day's theme.
Materials are included and beginners are welcome!"
To register:
https://portlandme.librarycalendar.com/event/nature-journaling-11318#SolarPunkSunday #SpendTimeOutdoors #SpendTimeInNature #CitizenScience #ObservingNature #LibraryGardens #MaineLibraries #LibrariesRule
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So, next week the apple blossoms should be blooming in my favorite orchard (atop a hill in the next town over). I'll be able to gauge things by looking at the neighborhood trees. Taking in the blossoms is one of my traditions. Back when I was a kid, we had both apple and pear trees in our yard, and lying in the grass atop a blossom carpet always grounded me (and still does). (Pic is from last year.)
#FootpathFriday #AppleBlossomSeason #SpendTimeOutdoors #AppleBlossom #Orchards #Maine
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So, next week the apple blossoms should be blooming in my favorite orchard (atop a hill in the next town over). I'll be able to gauge things by looking at the neighborhood trees. Taking in the blossoms is one of my traditions. Back when I was a kid, we had both apple and pear trees in our yard, and lying in the grass atop a blossom carpet always grounded me (and still does). (Pic is from last year.)
#FootpathFriday #AppleBlossomSeason #SpendTimeOutdoors #AppleBlossom #Orchards #Maine
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#PortlandME - COME JOIN THE GREAT PORTLAND PICK UP!
The Portland Parks Conservancy and the City of Portland are hosting a citywide cleanup event on Saturday, April 25th, from 10AM - 12PM.
"This event is happening rain or shine!
Join us in cleaning up our local parks and communities, enjoy refreshments, and be entered to win a raffle prize by attending and helping clean up trash & litter!
Calling volunteers! Come join us for a fun morning of giving back and helping Portland shine! We’ll have all the supplies you need.
Just bring comfy clothes, closed-toe shoes, and don’t forget water and sunscreen. Enjoy free coffee and snacks while you volunteer, and when you fill out the waiver, you’ll be entered for a chance to win a raffle prize 🎉
*No need to sign up to volunteer, just show up at one of the following clean-up hub locations.
Meet at one of the clean-up hub locations:
- Congress Square Park: Meet at the park at 581 Congress St
- Parkside: Meet outside the building at 510 Cumberland Ave (look for the Parkside Community Policing Sign!)
- Bayside #CommunityGarden: Meet at the garden entrance at 78 Chestnut St
- Allen's Corner: Meet at the Shaw's in the Northgate Plaza by the covered entry area facing Allen Ave at 91 Auburn St
- Canco Woods: Meet at the main trailhead off of Canco Rd
- Woodfords Corner: Meet outside Oddfellows Hall at 651 Forest Ave
- Capisic Pond Park: Meet at the Rockland Ave entrance to Capisic Pond Park
- Riverton Trolley Park: Meet in the parking lot by the sign at 822 Riverside St
- India St Area: Meet outside Cloudport Coworking MultiSpace at 63 Federal St
- Munjoy Hill: Meet at the Hill House at 92 Congress St
- #DeeringOaksPark: Meet in the park by the stage
- Ocean Ave Elementary School: Meet at the back of the school parking lot by the entrance to the woods
- Deering Center: Meet outside Pat's Meat Mart at 484 Stevens Avenue
- West End - Reiche #CommunityCenter: Meet at the community center entrance on Clark St
- #BaxterWoods: Meet at the Stevens Avenue entrance by the Baxter Woods sign
- #PaysonPark: Meet at the parking lot by the baseball fields
- #PeaksIsland Community Center: Meet at the Community Center at 129 Island Ave
- #LongfellowPark: Meet at the picnic table in the park at 10 Longfellow St "#SolarPunkSunday #MaineEvents #ParkCleanups #BuildingCommunity #SpendTimeOutdoors #LitterCleanup #EarthDay2026
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#PortlandME - COME JOIN THE GREAT PORTLAND PICK UP!
The Portland Parks Conservancy and the City of Portland are hosting a citywide cleanup event on Saturday, April 25th, from 10AM - 12PM.
"This event is happening rain or shine!
Join us in cleaning up our local parks and communities, enjoy refreshments, and be entered to win a raffle prize by attending and helping clean up trash & litter!
Calling volunteers! Come join us for a fun morning of giving back and helping Portland shine! We’ll have all the supplies you need.
Just bring comfy clothes, closed-toe shoes, and don’t forget water and sunscreen. Enjoy free coffee and snacks while you volunteer, and when you fill out the waiver, you’ll be entered for a chance to win a raffle prize 🎉
*No need to sign up to volunteer, just show up at one of the following clean-up hub locations.
Meet at one of the clean-up hub locations:
- Congress Square Park: Meet at the park at 581 Congress St
- Parkside: Meet outside the building at 510 Cumberland Ave (look for the Parkside Community Policing Sign!)
- Bayside #CommunityGarden: Meet at the garden entrance at 78 Chestnut St
- Allen's Corner: Meet at the Shaw's in the Northgate Plaza by the covered entry area facing Allen Ave at 91 Auburn St
- Canco Woods: Meet at the main trailhead off of Canco Rd
- Woodfords Corner: Meet outside Oddfellows Hall at 651 Forest Ave
- Capisic Pond Park: Meet at the Rockland Ave entrance to Capisic Pond Park
- Riverton Trolley Park: Meet in the parking lot by the sign at 822 Riverside St
- India St Area: Meet outside Cloudport Coworking MultiSpace at 63 Federal St
- Munjoy Hill: Meet at the Hill House at 92 Congress St
- #DeeringOaksPark: Meet in the park by the stage
- Ocean Ave Elementary School: Meet at the back of the school parking lot by the entrance to the woods
- Deering Center: Meet outside Pat's Meat Mart at 484 Stevens Avenue
- West End - Reiche #CommunityCenter: Meet at the community center entrance on Clark St
- #BaxterWoods: Meet at the Stevens Avenue entrance by the Baxter Woods sign
- #PaysonPark: Meet at the parking lot by the baseball fields
- #PeaksIsland Community Center: Meet at the Community Center at 129 Island Ave
- #LongfellowPark: Meet at the picnic table in the park at 10 Longfellow St "#SolarPunkSunday #MaineEvents #ParkCleanups #BuildingCommunity #SpendTimeOutdoors #LitterCleanup #EarthDay2026
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#TusconVillageFarm - Midweek Market
Next event: 4 – 6 p.m., April 22, 2026
"We sell TVF grown produce, farm-fresh soup, focaccia bread, chocolate chip cookies, and MORE. Prices will be posted at the farm.
Cash, cards, ApplePay, SNAP, and DoubleUp Bucks with EBT card.
Our retail space will be open as well. We have items like TVF cookbooks, handmade soaps, chapsticks, screen printed shirts, and more!
Every purchase supports us in our mission to provide health and agriculture education to Arizona youth.
2201 East Roger Road
(look for the windmill)Tucson Village Farm (#TVF) is a #SeedToTable program designed to reconnect young people to a healthy food system, teach them how to grow and prepare fresh food, and empower them to make healthy life choices.
A program of the Pima County Cooperative Extension and the University of Arizona, TVF is a working #UrbanFarm and healthy living center that fosters life and leadership skills in young people through #agriculture, culinary education, #outdoor adventure opportunities, and community engagement. "
https://tucsonvillagefarm.arizona.edu/events/midweek-market-2
#SolarPunkSunday #TusconAZ #UniversityOfArizona #SpendTimeOutdoors #BuildingCommunity #YouthGardening #OutdoorEducation
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#TusconVillageFarm - Midweek Market
Next event: 4 – 6 p.m., April 22, 2026
"We sell TVF grown produce, farm-fresh soup, focaccia bread, chocolate chip cookies, and MORE. Prices will be posted at the farm.
Cash, cards, ApplePay, SNAP, and DoubleUp Bucks with EBT card.
Our retail space will be open as well. We have items like TVF cookbooks, handmade soaps, chapsticks, screen printed shirts, and more!
Every purchase supports us in our mission to provide health and agriculture education to Arizona youth.
2201 East Roger Road
(look for the windmill)Tucson Village Farm (#TVF) is a #SeedToTable program designed to reconnect young people to a healthy food system, teach them how to grow and prepare fresh food, and empower them to make healthy life choices.
A program of the Pima County Cooperative Extension and the University of Arizona, TVF is a working #UrbanFarm and healthy living center that fosters life and leadership skills in young people through #agriculture, culinary education, #outdoor adventure opportunities, and community engagement. "
https://tucsonvillagefarm.arizona.edu/events/midweek-market-2
#SolarPunkSunday #TusconAZ #UniversityOfArizona #SpendTimeOutdoors #BuildingCommunity #YouthGardening #OutdoorEducation
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#Florida - #Birding #Backpacks
"Explore the Nature Coast and the native birds of Citrus County with a Birding Backpack from your Citrus Library. These Birding Backpacks contain everything you need to identify birds native to Florida and North America.
What are Birding Backpacks
The Nature Coast is home to many kinds of birds. Citrus County alone is home to at least 330 bird species. This is over one-fourth of the birds that have been seen in the United States!
It only makes sense that the Citrus County Audubon Society would want to share their love of this “Birder’s Paradise” with others.
These Birding Backpacks, assembled by the Citrus County Library system, include materials provided by the Citrus County Audubon Society, Max Schulman, Tom Craig, and the Citrus County Library system.
Each Birding Backpack contains:
1 pair binoculars
1 book Birds of Florida field guide
1 pamphlet Birds of Central Florida : a guide to common & notable species
1 pamphlet Florida Birds : a folding pocket guide to familiar species."Learn more:
https://www.citruslibraries.org/services-resources/birding-backpacks/#SolarPunkSunday #ExploreNature #SpendTimeInNature #NatureBackpacks #SpendTimeOutdoors #BirdingBackpack #NatureBasedLearning #LearningThroughNature #LibrariesRule! #MoreGreenTimeLessScreenTime
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#Florida - #Birding #Backpacks
"Explore the Nature Coast and the native birds of Citrus County with a Birding Backpack from your Citrus Library. These Birding Backpacks contain everything you need to identify birds native to Florida and North America.
What are Birding Backpacks
The Nature Coast is home to many kinds of birds. Citrus County alone is home to at least 330 bird species. This is over one-fourth of the birds that have been seen in the United States!
It only makes sense that the Citrus County Audubon Society would want to share their love of this “Birder’s Paradise” with others.
These Birding Backpacks, assembled by the Citrus County Library system, include materials provided by the Citrus County Audubon Society, Max Schulman, Tom Craig, and the Citrus County Library system.
Each Birding Backpack contains:
1 pair binoculars
1 book Birds of Florida field guide
1 pamphlet Birds of Central Florida : a guide to common & notable species
1 pamphlet Florida Birds : a folding pocket guide to familiar species."Learn more:
https://www.citruslibraries.org/services-resources/birding-backpacks/#SolarPunkSunday #ExploreNature #SpendTimeInNature #NatureBackpacks #SpendTimeOutdoors #BirdingBackpack #NatureBasedLearning #LearningThroughNature #LibrariesRule! #MoreGreenTimeLessScreenTime
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A list of the items (and approximate cost) included in the #MaineAudubon #NatureExplorer packs (which are no longer available, unfortunately). This one is for the #Plant pack. Link to PDFs for printing are below.
LLBean Original Backpack $36.95
Forest Trees of Maine - Maine Forest Service $15.00
Pocket Naturalist Guide: New England Trees & Wildflowers $7.95
Take-Along Guide: Berries, Nuts, and Seeds $7.95
Wooden dual 5x and 10x magnifier (w/case) $12.50
Specimen box with magnifying lid $4.50
Sorting Sheet $2.00
Paint Chips [for color identification]
Lapboard $2.00
Pencil pouch, containing:
- Colored pencils (12)
- Pencil
- Pencil sharpener
- Crayons (8)
$7.00Additional items contained in the Audubon Plant packs (estimated cost $2.00 -- pretty much, the cost of printing out the PDFs)
User guide, containing:
- Introduction
- Exploring Nature Together: Tips for Families
- Using your smartphone to connect to nature
- Explore: Plants
- Read: Plants
- Take Action: Plants
- Activity Idea: Color Hunt
- Activity Idea: Bark and Leaf Rubbings
- Illustrated Glossary of Leaf Shapes
- Nature Journaling Template
- Blank paper
- SurveyLink to Maine Audubon's printed materials (Google Drive):
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1yMls_QNHpxOOqdckJwZge1IeE3Vv3rtE?usp=drive_link#SolarPunkSunday #SpendTimeInNature
#SpendTimeOutdoors #PlantIdentification #LearningThroughNature
#MoreGreenTimeLessScreenTime -
A list of the items (and approximate cost) included in the #MaineAudubon #NatureExplorer packs (which are no longer available, unfortunately). This one is for the #Plant pack. Link to PDFs for printing are below.
LLBean Original Backpack $36.95
Forest Trees of Maine - Maine Forest Service $15.00
Pocket Naturalist Guide: New England Trees & Wildflowers $7.95
Take-Along Guide: Berries, Nuts, and Seeds $7.95
Wooden dual 5x and 10x magnifier (w/case) $12.50
Specimen box with magnifying lid $4.50
Sorting Sheet $2.00
Paint Chips [for color identification]
Lapboard $2.00
Pencil pouch, containing:
- Colored pencils (12)
- Pencil
- Pencil sharpener
- Crayons (8)
$7.00Additional items contained in the Audubon Plant packs (estimated cost $2.00 -- pretty much, the cost of printing out the PDFs)
User guide, containing:
- Introduction
- Exploring Nature Together: Tips for Families
- Using your smartphone to connect to nature
- Explore: Plants
- Read: Plants
- Take Action: Plants
- Activity Idea: Color Hunt
- Activity Idea: Bark and Leaf Rubbings
- Illustrated Glossary of Leaf Shapes
- Nature Journaling Template
- Blank paper
- SurveyLink to Maine Audubon's printed materials (Google Drive):
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1yMls_QNHpxOOqdckJwZge1IeE3Vv3rtE?usp=drive_link#SolarPunkSunday #SpendTimeInNature
#SpendTimeOutdoors #PlantIdentification #LearningThroughNature
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#Wyoming - #Birding #AdventureBackpacks – Inspiring the next generation of #birders!
"Would you and your family love to go on a birding adventure right in your own community? Or possibly in a neighboring county?
You need an Birding Adventure Backpack!
- Laramie County Public Library – #CheyenneWY
- Laramie County Library System – #BurnsBranch
- Laramie County Library System – #PineBluffsBranchand now in Torrington & Guernsey too!
Goshen County Library – #TorringtonWY
Guernsey Branch Library – #GuernseyWYCheck out these awesome birding backpacks! Everything you and your family needs to spot those elusive #warblers, #flycatchers, and waterfowl in our lovely #parks and #WildlifeRefuges.
Need more information on WHERE to bird? Check out 'Birding our Region/Locations' on the Audubon website. Near and far, Laramie, Platte, and Goshen Counties have lovely birding locations to visit.
Special thanks to our Education Team and our wonderful libraries throughout our Chapter region. They welcomed us with 'open wings' … Now GET OUT AND BIRD WYOMING! Adventure awaits!"
Learn more:
https://cheyenneaudubon.org/education-conservation-2/#SolarPunkSunday #ExploreNature #Wildlife #LaramieCounty #Audubon #SpendTimeInNature #NatureBackpacks #SpendTimeOutdoors #Birding #NatureBasedLearning #LearningThroughNature #LibrariesRule! #MoreGreenTimeLessScreenTime
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#Wyoming - #Birding #AdventureBackpacks – Inspiring the next generation of #birders!
"Would you and your family love to go on a birding adventure right in your own community? Or possibly in a neighboring county?
You need an Birding Adventure Backpack!
- Laramie County Public Library – #CheyenneWY
- Laramie County Library System – #BurnsBranch
- Laramie County Library System – #PineBluffsBranchand now in Torrington & Guernsey too!
Goshen County Library – #TorringtonWY
Guernsey Branch Library – #GuernseyWYCheck out these awesome birding backpacks! Everything you and your family needs to spot those elusive #warblers, #flycatchers, and waterfowl in our lovely #parks and #WildlifeRefuges.
Need more information on WHERE to bird? Check out 'Birding our Region/Locations' on the Audubon website. Near and far, Laramie, Platte, and Goshen Counties have lovely birding locations to visit.
Special thanks to our Education Team and our wonderful libraries throughout our Chapter region. They welcomed us with 'open wings' … Now GET OUT AND BIRD WYOMING! Adventure awaits!"
Learn more:
https://cheyenneaudubon.org/education-conservation-2/#SolarPunkSunday #ExploreNature #Wildlife #LaramieCounty #Audubon #SpendTimeInNature #NatureBackpacks #SpendTimeOutdoors #Birding #NatureBasedLearning #LearningThroughNature #LibrariesRule! #MoreGreenTimeLessScreenTime
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So, here is a list of the items (and approximate cost) included in the #MaineAudubon #NatureExplorer packs (which are no longer available, unfortunately). This one is for the #Birding pack. Link to PDFs for printing are below.
LLBean Original Backpack $36.95
Look up! Birdwatching in Your Own Backyard - Annette LeBlanc Cate $15.99
Sibley East by David Sibley $19.95
Birds of Maine by Stan Tekiela $13.95
Tasco Essentials 8x42 binoculars (w/case) $50.00
Wooden dual 5x and 10x magnifier (w/case) $12.50
Audubon bird call $8.95
Bird photo cards $2.00
Nest photo cards $1.00
Lapboard $2.00
Pencil pouch, containing:
- Colored pencils (12)
- Pencil
- Pencil sharpener
$7.00Additional items contained in the Audubon Birding packs (estimated cost $2.00 -- pretty much, the cost of printing out the PDFs)
User guide, containing:
- Introduction
- Exploring Nature Together: Tips for Families
- Using your smartphone to connect to nature
- Explore: Birds
- Read: Birds
- Take Action: Birds
- Activity Ideas: Bird Photo Cards
- Activity Idea: Build a Nest
- Nature Journaling Template
- Birds of Maine Checklist
- Blank paper
- SurveyLink to Maine Audubon's printed materials (Google Drive):
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1gxjXyK86ZrDtt2qetiBXfQqSAiVuSABE?usp=drive_link#SolarPunkSunday #SpendTimeInNature #SpendTimeOutdoors #Wildlife #LearningThroughNature #MoreGreenTimeLessScreenTime
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So, here is a list of the items (and approximate cost) included in the #MaineAudubon #NatureExplorer packs (which are no longer available, unfortunately). This one is for the #Birding pack. Link to PDFs for printing are below.
LLBean Original Backpack $36.95
Look up! Birdwatching in Your Own Backyard - Annette LeBlanc Cate $15.99
Sibley East by David Sibley $19.95
Birds of Maine by Stan Tekiela $13.95
Tasco Essentials 8x42 binoculars (w/case) $50.00
Wooden dual 5x and 10x magnifier (w/case) $12.50
Audubon bird call $8.95
Bird photo cards $2.00
Nest photo cards $1.00
Lapboard $2.00
Pencil pouch, containing:
- Colored pencils (12)
- Pencil
- Pencil sharpener
$7.00Additional items contained in the Audubon Birding packs (estimated cost $2.00 -- pretty much, the cost of printing out the PDFs)
User guide, containing:
- Introduction
- Exploring Nature Together: Tips for Families
- Using your smartphone to connect to nature
- Explore: Birds
- Read: Birds
- Take Action: Birds
- Activity Ideas: Bird Photo Cards
- Activity Idea: Build a Nest
- Nature Journaling Template
- Birds of Maine Checklist
- Blank paper
- SurveyLink to Maine Audubon's printed materials (Google Drive):
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1gxjXyK86ZrDtt2qetiBXfQqSAiVuSABE?usp=drive_link#SolarPunkSunday #SpendTimeInNature #SpendTimeOutdoors #Wildlife #LearningThroughNature #MoreGreenTimeLessScreenTime
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#Maryland - #Library #Backpacks
"Thanks to support from the Nora Roberts Foundation, there are #NatureExplorer backpacks at all of the local libraries in the Eastern Panhandle, at some libraries nearby in Maryland, and at the nature center at #CacaponStatePark. They are available for checkout with your library card!
The packs provide families with all the tools they need to get their children outside exploring #nature. Each pack contains a variety of #books, #FieldGuides, supplies and #ActivityIdeas centered on different themes. Backpacks themes include #Birds, #Reptiles and #Amphibians, #BackyardHabitats, #Mammals, #Insects, and Winter."
Learn more:
https://www.potomacaudubon.org/education/all-ages/library-backpacks/#SolarPunkSunday #ExploreNature #Wildlife #PotomacValley #PotomacValleyAudubonSociety #SpendTimeInNature #NatureBackpacks #SpendTimeOutdoors #NatureBasedLearning #LearningThroughNature #LibrariesRule! #MoreGreenTimeLessScreenTime
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#Maryland - #Library #Backpacks
"Thanks to support from the Nora Roberts Foundation, there are #NatureExplorer backpacks at all of the local libraries in the Eastern Panhandle, at some libraries nearby in Maryland, and at the nature center at #CacaponStatePark. They are available for checkout with your library card!
The packs provide families with all the tools they need to get their children outside exploring #nature. Each pack contains a variety of #books, #FieldGuides, supplies and #ActivityIdeas centered on different themes. Backpacks themes include #Birds, #Reptiles and #Amphibians, #BackyardHabitats, #Mammals, #Insects, and Winter."
Learn more:
https://www.potomacaudubon.org/education/all-ages/library-backpacks/#SolarPunkSunday #ExploreNature #Wildlife #PotomacValley #PotomacValleyAudubonSociety #SpendTimeInNature #NatureBackpacks #SpendTimeOutdoors #NatureBasedLearning #LearningThroughNature #LibrariesRule! #MoreGreenTimeLessScreenTime