Heartland Conservation Alliance

"Scientists have observed coyotes and badgers working together before; one study even demonstrated that both species have an easier time catching prey when they hunt together." https://www.hcn.org//wildlife-a-viral-coyote-badger-video-

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"The bottom line? People need to be better stewards of the planet, Chip Taylor said." https://thebeacon.media//fate-of-monarch-butterfly-up-in-/

Acorns, nuts and a variety of seeds make up the bulk of the red-bellied woodpecker’s winter diet. If you live near a wooded area, you may attract them with suet or even peanuts! Photo: Red-bellied woodpecker courtesy of Jen Goellnitz/Creative Commons. https://flic.kr/p/D3qPfz

Great opportunity!

The KCUYA is looking for interested students in grades 9-12 to take part in the Urban Youth Sports Journalism Academy! Throughout the six-week program, we will ...cover a variety of topics around the world of Journalism. We will discuss writing, video, editing and play-by play basics with the help of accomplished local journalists. Limited spots are available. Register here: https://forms.gle/aLot6tjcsoTHMG4h7

We're hitting the ground pedaling this year! Join us for virtual classes with @jocolibrary to keep you rolling all winter. Next sessions are Maintain Your Ride ...(DIY bike maintenance and repair) tomorrow, Jan 21, and Virtual City Cycling (bicycle safety and confidence) on Feb 18. https://bikewalkkc.org/events/ See more

Help conserve, protect and restore natural lands and open space within the KC region, benefiting the community and future generations. Let's start 2021 with more fresh air, more green space, and more opportunity. Save the HOP. Donate: https://tinyurl.com/y4o6q4l3

We love our Alliance members - we cannot do this work alone and wouldn't want to! #RenewtheBlue

Thanks to federal coronavirus relief legislation, you can take advantage of a new tax deduction of up to $300 for donating to qualifying charities, such as the ...Kansas Land Trust, even if you don't itemize deductions on your 2020 tax return. Here are more details: https://blog.taxact.com/cares-act-new-300-charitable-contr/ See more

Every day is Earth Day when you work to protect places you love! Join us for a tour of one of the projects that is improving the health of the Blue River! #EarthDayKC50 #RenewTheBlue #NationalVolunteerWeek

Thank you BikeWalkKC!!

Check out our opportunities! We can't wait to meet you. Due dates and info: Technical Advisory Group: Friday, November 20 https://tinyurl.com/y6o2ctvx... VISTA Outdoor Education Coordinator: Monday, November 30 Program Manager: Tuesday, December 1 https://tinyurl.com/y326qnln

Thank you Hoxie Collective!

In our latest blog post, Jill Erickson discusses the latest project from My Region Wins and Carl Stafford's awesome vision. What do you think of the Recreational Power Park? Do you want to see KC Parks build the RPP? Does the RPP plan include everyone?... How will the youth enjoy and appreciate the RPP?

Represent HCA with some of our brand new gear! You'll look great carrying around our water bottle or walking the trails in our t-shirt. https://tinyurl.com/y59pj6rt

We are excited to share some good news! https://www.epa.gov//two-missouri-community-based-organiza

White-breasted nuthatches can be spotted year round across much of the country. They prefer areas with large trees and can be seen visiting feeders for sunflowers, suet and peanuts. Photo: White-breasted nuthatch by Courtney Celley/USFWS.

Apply to be our Outdoor Education Coordinator! Applications due November 30. Find the app here: https://tinyurl.com/y326qnln Photo by: Exploring Roots

Happy National Bison Day! Did you know bison can live up to 20 years and weigh 1,000-2,000 pounds? In addition to reaching speeds of 35 miles per hour, they’re ...also strong swimmers and can jump high fences! Along with bald eagles, bison are one of America’s greatest conservation success stories. Discover 15 fun facts about America’s national mammal: http://ow.ly/S0U450Cd3UO In many Tribal cultures, bison are of great spiritual significance, in addition to traditionally providing food, shelter, clothing, and more to Native Americans across the Great Plains. Have you ever seen bison in the wild? Photo: Bison at Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge near Denver, Colorado by Ray Fetherman #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth #Bison

Today! Help keep trash where it belongs. #RenewtheBlue

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We're looking to build a team to help with our Restoring Vacant Lots project! Learn more here: https://tinyurl.com/y6o2ctvx

Good stuff happening!

"But I am inspired too by the comments made by HCA's Board President, Matt Davis. He shared that his best memories are with family and spending time in nature. And Roosevelt Lyons, Deputy Director for KC Parks who said 'Do less. Slow down.'" At HCA, we know the importance of relationships, both with each other and with nature. Take care of yourselves today.