In this episode of 'Your Place on the River,' Larry and Scott chat with Helen Tapp and Rick Hirsekorn from Chattahoochee Nature Center. They discuss the importance of environmental mediation, community engagement, and the growth of the Nature Center. The conversation highlights personal journeys, the significance of listening to diverse stakeholders, and the center's commitment to sustainability and inclusion. They also explore future aspirations for the center, emphasizing the need for improved visibility and financial stability post-COVID.

www.chattnaturecenter.org

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Chattahoochee Nature Center
01:00 The Role of Environmental Mediation
05:48 Personal Journeys and Professional Backgrounds
12:00 Growth and Development of the Nature Center
18:10 Future Aspirations and Community Engagement
23:52 Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

In this episode of 'Your Place on the River,' Larry and Scott chat with Helen Tapp and Rick Hirsekorn from Chattahoochee Nature Center. They discuss the importance of environmental mediation, community engagement, and the growth of the Nature Center. The conversation highlights personal journeys, the significance of listening to diverse stakeholders, and the center's commitment to sustainability and inclusion. They also explore future aspirations for the center, emphasizing the need for improved visibility and financial stability post-COVID.
<a href="https://www.chattnaturecenter.org/">www.chattnaturecenter.org</a>
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the Chattahoochee Nature Center 01:00 The Role of Environmental Mediation 05:48 Personal Journeys and Professional Backgrounds 12:00 Growth and Development of the Nature Center 18:10 Future Aspirations and Community Engagement 23:52 Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Your Place On The River, is a podcast about The Chattahoochee Nature Center and what activities and educational programs it offers.  You'll meet the people who run the center and offer you and education on nature and wildlife.

www.chattnaturecenter.org

Your Place On The River, is a podcast about The Chattahoochee Nature Center and what activities and educational programs it offers.  You'll meet the people who run the center and offer you and education on nature and wildlife.
www.chattnaturecenter.org

Your Place On The River - Chattahoochee Nature Center

Helen Tapp and Rick Hirsekorn: The Power of Environmental Mediation

Melissa and Meg Krueger explore the impact of the Paralympics on disability awareness and the importance of adaptive equipment and mindset in outdoor activities. They highlight how community efforts can create inclusive outdoor experiences and emphasize the significance of representation in these activities. The conversation also touches on the pyramid of outdoor engagement and the healing power of nature.

Wilderness Inquiry has been a key partner in promoting accessibility. For over five years, they have collaborated with CNC to bring canoes to our grounds and guide visitors on river outings. These 10-day fall stretches have allowed hundreds to thousands of people to experience the river, furthering our mission to make nature accessible to everyone.

www.wildernessinquiry.org

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Chapters

00:00 The Impact of the Paralympics on Disability Awareness
02:59 Adaptive Equipment and Mindset in Outdoor Activities
05:47 Creating Community Through Outdoor Engagement
09:13 The Importance of Representation in Outdoor Activities
11:56 The Pyramid of Outdoor Engagement
14:59 The Healing Power of Nature
18:00 Inspiration from Diverse Outdoor Experiences

Melissa and Meg Krueger explore the impact of the Paralympics on disability awareness and the importance of adaptive equipment and mindset in outdoor activities. They highlight how community efforts can create inclusive outdoor experiences and emphasize the significance of representation in these activities. The conversation also touches on the pyramid of outdoor engagement and the healing power of nature.
Wilderness Inquiry has been a key partner in promoting accessibility. For over five years, they have collaborated with CNC to bring canoes to our grounds and guide visitors on river outings. These 10-day fall stretches have allowed hundreds to thousands of people to experience the river, furthering our mission to make nature accessible to everyone.
<a href="https://www.wildernessinquiry.org">www.wildernessinquiry.org</a>
<a href="https://www.chattnaturecenter.org/">www.chattnaturecenter.org</a>
Chapters
00:00 The Impact of the Paralympics on Disability Awareness 02:59 Adaptive Equipment and Mindset in Outdoor Activities 05:47 Creating Community Through Outdoor Engagement 09:13 The Importance of Representation in Outdoor Activities 11:56 The Pyramid of Outdoor Engagement 14:59 The Healing Power of Nature 18:00 Inspiration from Diverse Outdoor Experiences

Meg Krueger: Exploring the Pyramid of Outdoor Engagement

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On this episode of "Your Place On The River," you'll find out about the popular Butterfly Encounter with Members and Visitors Engagement Director Farah McEntyre, what the Nature Exchange is from Lori Watterson who is the Nature Exchange Naturalist and get a tutorial about snakes from Wildlife Technician Jeremy Maneyapanda.  Plus much more.

www.chattnaturecenter.org

On this episode of "Your Place On The River," you'll find out about the popular Butterfly Encounter with Members and Visitors Engagement Director Farah McEntyre, what the Nature Exchange is from Lori Watterson who is the Nature Exchange Naturalist and get a tutorial about snakes from Wildlife Technician Jeremy Maneyapanda.  Plus much more.
<a href="http://www.chattnaturecenter.org">www.chattnaturecenter.org</a>

Chattahoochee Nature Center: Natural Connections

On this episode of Your Place on the River, we get to know about how the Native Americans thrived on the Chattahoochee River and learn the history of their relationship with the plants found on the river.



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On this episode of Your Place on the River, we get to know about how the Native Americans thrived on the Chattahoochee River and learn the history of their relationship with the plants found on the river.
 
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Helen Tapp and Rick Hirsekorn: The Power of Environmental Mediation

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