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Restoring, Revitalizing, Reimagining Overton Park
Overton Park Conservancy has restored the park’s place at the center of Memphis life—and we’re just getting started. From building a Bike Gate to caring for a priceless old-growth forest, we’re sharing nature and community with more than 1.2 million visitors every year.
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Raise your hand if you`ve ever been caught in a crazy Memphis flash flood ✋ If you`ve ever wondered about how scientists predict these damaging weather events, then join us for the March 3 Science Café at the Overton Park golf clubhouse. Dr. Claudio Meier of @uofmemphisengr will share his work on urban flooding and extreme rainfall and tell us how cities can be more prepared. Get your tickets now at the link in our bio or overtonpark.org/sciencecafe. ...
Tomorrow`s going to be a beautiful day to be outside, so take a midday break with us! Monday, February 16 is the first edition of our new Field Notes series. These free monthly walks are led by Overton Park Conservancy`s Stewardship Manager Fields Falcone, who will share what`s happening in the park and what`s changing with the seasons. Meet at 12:15 at the information kiosk in the Rainbow Lake Playground parking lot. No registration is required, and this walk is pet-friendly and can be tailored to walkers of all abilities. ...
Even the groundhogs are O-V-E-R winter. But what about all those wildflowers in the Old Forest--are they ready to pop their heads up, or is it six more weeks of dormancy? Join our Programs Manager Dr. Malle Carrasco-Harris for this month`s Third Thursday Trek on February 19. You`ll learn about how plants get their cues that it`s time to start blooming, and how winter weather affects their emergence. Register now by tapping the link in our bio or visiting overtonpark.org/trek. ...
You never know what unlikely bird friends you`ll meet on a Songbird Stroll at Overton Park! Join this yellow-rumped warbler, yellow-bellied sapsucker, and Overton Park Conservancy staff for a beginner-friendly birding walk tomorrow (Friday, February 13) at 8:00 AM at East Parkway Pavilion. Bring your binoculars or borrow some from us, and see what`s flying in the forest! ...
Are you ready to meet the bird who-cooks-for-you? Join us for an Owl Prowl on Friday, February 27 as we enjoy hot chocolate before taking a night walk in the forest to look and listen for barred owls. This family-friendly event fills up quickly, so get your tickets now! Tap the link in our bio to purchase. ...
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Overton Park Conservancy works with visitors like you to protect the park’s natural beauty, enhance its amenities, and create spaces that bring people together. But there’s more to do—and we need your help to do it.


