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Connecting Memphis to nature, community, and culture.

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Eastern Bumble Bee
May 16, 2026

Bumble Bee Atlas Community Science Workshop [Registration Closed]

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Our Impact

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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Stories from the Park and Beyond

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Bluebird
NatureZen and Photography

NatureZen: A Wildlife Census

A recap of the 2026 City Nature Challenge in Memphis.
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Zebra
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NatureZen: Time Marches On

A look back at how the Overton Park Old Forest springs to life in March.
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Ralph And Mariah Pair Golf
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NatureZen: The Bold and the Buteo

The lives and loves of Overton Park's red-shouldered hawks.
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May 13

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Today we're celebrating six months of the new trail in the Old Forest! Here's a look back at the day we cut the fence. Our continued thanks to @repcohen, @citymemphis, and @memphiszoo for their partnership in making this project possible. Tell us what you think about this new way to experience the forest!

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May 12

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If you've been meaning to make it to a Songbird Stroll but haven't gotten the chance, @memphislibrary has you covered! This month's episode of Nature of Conservation follows our own Fields Falcone as she hones in on the first songs of the spring. Watch at the link in our bio!

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May 11

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Maintenance alert: City plumbers are partially draining Rainbow Lake this week in order to repair broken pumps. This work will help water flow more freely, reducing algae build-up and improving water quality for the fish and turtles that live in the lake. Thanks for your patience while the water levels are a little low!

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