Open Space! Parks! Connecting Children to Nature! Trails! …and More!
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SMLC’s mission is to increase understanding and appreciation of the profound importance of open spaces, natural areas, parks and trails in the lives of people of all ages. SMLC does this through advocacy, open space acquisition and educational projects.
Welcome! Throughout South Metro Land Conservancy’s 26-year history, the organization has focused on the acquisition and preservation of open space in the south metro area. As a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization, SMLC has initiated or participated in conservation and land preservation projects totaling over 10,300 acres of protected open space. Click here to see what we've accomplished! We believe that SMLC’s efforts have been key to the quality of life that we enjoy. There is no question that open space, parks, trails and natural areas are integral to what we are as a community. Trails and Connectivity SMLC is devoting more resources and advocacy to trails and connectivity. For example, SMLC is an active participant with the South Platte Working Group to build and enhance connections to the Platte River and other destinations important in people’s daily lives. In fact, SMLC is a strong voice with South Suburban Park and Recreation and the City of Littleton about the importance of natural recreation and connectivity. Connecting Children with Nature SMLC is a partner with Great Outdoors Colorado’s “Generation Wild: Kids Grow Better Outside” program. Among the projects we’ve undertaken is the funding of high quality nature-themed books for Bemis Library’s summer reading program in conjunction with the Grace Kramlich Memorial Fund, the Littleton Friends of the Library and Museum, and the Village Pre-School. The Importance of Natural Areas in Neighborhood Parks SMLC is helping people understand the importance of natural areas in their neighborhood parks. These parcels are often misunderstood, yet they provide habitat for birds, animals and native plants close to home. SMLC is exploring how it can provide more educational opportunities about these important areas including the reimagining of Powers Park in an underserved area of Littleton. Check out further details on our Powers Park efforts within Our Projects section here. |
Support SMLCPlease consider supporting our work to preserve and enhance open space in one of these ways:
• Contribute to our efforts with a tax-deductible donation in any amount you choose: • Create an open space legacy in your estate plan |
Join us at this year's City Council Meet, Greet and Eats!
SMLC is thrilled to be a part of the highly popular Littleton City Council “Meet, Greet and Eats” events!
SMLC will sponsor the South Platte Park naturalist staff to provide family nature activities at each of the three parks where the “Meet, Greet and Eats” will take place. The ranger naturalists will help people understand the wildlife in the ponds and creeks in their neighborhood park, demonstrate the value of urban forests for local wildlife close to home and demonstrate the value of floodplain nature in parks.
Each program will focus on the unique attributes of each park.
Wednesday, June 30 at Sterne Park
Wednesday, July 14 at Progress Park
Wednesday, Aug. 11 at Ketring Park
Each “Meet, Greet and Eats” takes place between 4 and 6 p.m.
As SMLC is a partner with Great Outdoors Colorado Generation Wild, we are thrilled to announce that Wilder is on the move again and will join us for the July 14th Meet, Greet and Eat. A cross between a mountain goat and bigfoot, he’s an ambassador for nature and getting kids outdoors. We can’t wait to see him!!
SMLC will sponsor the South Platte Park naturalist staff to provide family nature activities at each of the three parks where the “Meet, Greet and Eats” will take place. The ranger naturalists will help people understand the wildlife in the ponds and creeks in their neighborhood park, demonstrate the value of urban forests for local wildlife close to home and demonstrate the value of floodplain nature in parks.
Each program will focus on the unique attributes of each park.
Wednesday, June 30 at Sterne Park
Wednesday, July 14 at Progress Park
Wednesday, Aug. 11 at Ketring Park
Each “Meet, Greet and Eats” takes place between 4 and 6 p.m.
As SMLC is a partner with Great Outdoors Colorado Generation Wild, we are thrilled to announce that Wilder is on the move again and will join us for the July 14th Meet, Greet and Eat. A cross between a mountain goat and bigfoot, he’s an ambassador for nature and getting kids outdoors. We can’t wait to see him!!
Read our latest newsletter!For even more information about what SMLC has been doing and our exciting plans for the next year, click here to view our newsletter:
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News and Events
Constance was the winner of the $50 Romano's gift card at the City Council Meet, Greet and Eat at Ketring Park on August 11. Congratulations, Constance!
May, 2021. Members of the SMLC Board toured open spaces in the eastern part of Arapahoe County in May. SMLC Board members are depicted with members of the Arapahoe County Open Space staff.
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