Celebrating Latino Conservation Week — Episode 117

As you likely know, we are currently celebrating Park and
Recreation Month here at NRPA and at park and recreation
departments across the country throughout the month of July. And
there’s also a special week that takes place in July that we are
big fans of — Latino Conservation Week, which is taking place now
through July 24.


Launched in 2014, Latino Conservation Week is an initiative of
Hispanic Access Foundation and was created to support the Latino
community getting outdoors and participating in activities to
protect our natural resources. During this week, community,
non-profit, faith-based, and government organizations and
agencies hold events throughout the country. From hiking and
camping to community roundtables and film screenings, these
activities promote conservation efforts in their community and
provide an opportunity for Latinos to show their support for
permanently protecting our land, water and air. 


On today’s episode, I’m thrilled to welcome Michelle Ramirez, the
public outreach specialist for Montgomery Parks (part of the
Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission), to talk
about some of the exciting things they have planned for Latino
Conservation Week in Montgomery County, Maryland.


Tune in to the full episode below to learn the history behind
Latino Conservation Week, how Montgomery Parks is celebrating,
and why this week is so special to Michelle. You’ll also learn:


Why this week’s celebration is important to the community in
Montgomery County

Why it was critical for Montgomery Parks to ensure their
events were accessible, regardless of someone’s financial
situation

What lessons Michelle has learned in coordinating Latino
Conservation Week events

How your park and recreation can participate in Latino
Conservation Week

How to make sure the things we learn during this week
continue to be applied throughout the year, and much more!



Related links:


Montgomery Parks: Celebrate Latino Conservation Week 2022

Latino Conservation Week webpage

Montgomery Parks on Facebook

Montgomery Parks on Twitter

Montgomery Parks on Instagram

Montgomery Parks on YouTube



This episode of Open Space Radio is sponsored by Merrell.