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Jefferson Memorial Forest & Natural Areas
Recreational Facilities
Fairdale, Kentucky 195 followers
About us
Thousands of acres of beautiful woodland right in the River City. Located just 15 miles south of downtown Louisville, Jefferson Memorial Forest gives you the opportunity to experience nature at its most spectacular – without leaving the city. Picnic underneath a towering oak tree. Grab a backpack and hit the trails. Or pitch a tent and take in the symphony of crickets and frogs. Whether you want to be adventurous, be inspired, or just be, the Forest offers all sorts of wonderful woodland possibilities. That’s the beauty of the Forest – it’s your adventure, and it doesn’t have to cost you a thing. Yours to discover. Jefferson Memorial Forest is a woodland tribute to area veterans and a treasure to all who visit. The forest has approximately 6,600 acres of steep slopes covered with mature, second growth hardwood trees.The Forest, which spans nearly 10 miles from east to west is ribboned with scenic trails and small streams. It also has a fishing lake, outdoor recreational facilities, a conference center and a Welcome Center with trail maps, hiking supplies, nature related books and souvenirs, and more. Wilderness Louisville, Inc. Wilderness Louisville, Inc. is the 501c3 non-profit foundation that raises funds and advocates for improvements to Jefferson Memorial Forest and other natural areas managed by Metro Parks & Recreation’s Natural Areas Division. Formed in 2014, its efforts have resulted in the construction of new program shelters at the Forest; expansion of the Forest through acquisition of new park land; and continued growth of the Louisville is Engaging Children (Louisville ECHO) program initiative to improve equitable access to nature in the community. More information on how you can engage with Wilderness Louisville, Inc. to improve area natural spaces can be found at www.wildernesslouisville.org.
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https://louisvilleky.gov/government/jefferson-memorial-forest
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- Industry
- Recreational Facilities
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Fairdale, Kentucky
- Type
- Government Agency
- Founded
- 1948
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11311 Mitchell Hill Rd
Fairdale, Kentucky 40118, US
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The holidays can be a mixed bag for many folks. While it is a time of celebration, many may be grieving during the holidays, or have other things going on that feel less celebratory. Nature and spending time outdoors can benefit all of us and positively impact our mental healthy, regardless of where we are starting from. #seeyouonthetrails
Many of us understand that spending time outdoors positively impacts our mental well-being. While certain activities are more fulfilling, any outdoor experience holds value. But what exactly are the reasons behind this effect? And how can you maximize the benefits of your outdoor excursions? The beauty of reaping the rewards of outdoor time lies in its versatility. You can indulge in various outdoor activities like hiking, kayaking, or even engaging in common sports. This article explores diverse ways nature contributes to mental health, from uplifting moods to fostering a deeper connection with nature. Find out more here. https://bit.ly/41eYyhq #Nature #Mentalhealth #Outdoors #PositiveImpact #ChildrenAndNature
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From our West Louisville Outdoor Recreation Initiative to the new Mill Creek Greenway plan, JMF & Natural Areas has been fighting for equal recreation opportunities for ALL for more than 15 years and we are so excited to see the progress at the National level. Let's keep fighting for more outdoor recreation for everyone!
This morning, we were on the steps of the U.S. Capitol Building calling for an Outdoors for All. We are proud to work with these great organizations and Congress members advocating for more outdoor recreational opportunities for everyone. Thank you, Congresswoman Nanette Diaz Barragán, Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick, Sierra Club Executive Director Ben Jealous, and City Parks Alliance Executive Director Catherine Nagel for joining NRPA President and CEO Kristine Stratton this morning. The Outdoors for All Act, a bipartisan bill in both the House and Senate, would ensure that the Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership (ORLP) program has steady funding for generations to come. This program awards grant funding through the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF), supporting the development of new parks and the renovation of existing outdoor recreation infrastructure in underinvested urban communities. Support and urge passage of my bipartisan Outdoors for All Act: https://lnkd.in/eQ5sQRrx #OutdoorsForAll #PowerOfParks
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Trees, parks, and green spaces are renowned for their capacity to diminish carbon dioxide, but their contributions to improving the world extend far beyond this! “When all benefits are considered, nature-based solutions can contribute much more to urban climate neutrality goals than mere carbon sequestration effects,” the authors write. In their study, the researchers evaluated five categories of NBS (nature-based solutions) — green infrastructure, street trees and green pavements, urban green spaces and agriculture, habitat remediation, and green buildings. They gauged the potential emission reductions for 54 European cities by conserving resources, curbing costs, limiting urban sprawl, promoting eco-friendly practices, enhancing microclimates, and storing carbon. Remarkably, they discovered that the indirect climate benefits outweighed the direct ones, with NBS potentially reducing transport, residential, and industrial emissions by up to 25%. Furthermore, the research emphasized the importance of tailoring NBS applications to suit the unique needs and contexts of individual cities. Read more about their findings here. https://bit.ly/3GdVgkN #Research #GreenSpaces #Nature #City #ChildrenAndNature
The hidden power of nature in cities
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