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Midpen updates on Outdoor Activities, Preserves and the natural environment.
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This month brings updates about our plans for the future.  We have reached the culmination of the Vision Plan process with a list of top priority actions and are looking at ways to complete these projects, possibly through a Bond Measure.   Also of note--in February Midpen will celebrate Black History Month at Ravenswood Open Space Preserve and offer a variety of docent-led outdoor activities morning, noon and night!
 
See you on the trails!

Vision PlanVision Plan Update

On January 29, the Midpen Board of Directors approved a 40-year Vision Plan with 54 projects, including a slate of 25 highest priority regional open space projects ranging from opening preserves and building trail connections to improving water quality, protecting the coastside, restoring forestlands, and creating wildlife corridors in an increasingly urbanized region.

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Bond MeasureUpcoming Bond Measure

At its February 26, 2014 meeting, the Board of Directors will decide about placing a bond measure on the June 3, 2014 ballot. The funds generated would fulfill the public's priorities as determined through the visioning process. These priorities include providing more public access, restoring and preserving sensitive habitats including redwood forests and preserving more open space as opportunities arise.

Buffalo SoldiersCelebrating Black History Month


Saturday, February 22, 2014
Ravenswood Open Space Preserve
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

From Buffalo Soldiers to George Washington Carver, African Americans have a rich history in conservation. Find out more about African Americans who pioneered conservation in America as Midpen and special guest Henrietta Burroughs, founder of the East Palo Alto Center for Community Media, celebrates Black History Month and the Healthy Parks Healthy People initiative. This free family event will offer a guided hike, children’s activities, and bird-watching!

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SunriseA Hike for Every Time and Mood

Are you an early bird, a weekend warrior or a dedicated outdoorsman? Whoever you are, we have an activity for you!  This month, Midpen offers a host of docent-led activities morning, noon and night! From a Sunrise Hike to a Night on Froggy Mountain we have something that will fit your mood and schedule.
 

Photo ContestPicture Perfect

Would you like to see your images featured on openspace.org, Facebook and more?  Enter our Photo Contest and share your love of Open Space!  The deadline for entries is March 14, 2014, so start snapping!

Enter Today>>
Photo credits: header image - Karl Gohl; Vision Plan - Deane Little; Bond Measure - Karl Gohl; Black History Month - California Buffalo Soldiers Association; Sunrise - Ichiro Asao; Photo Contest - Alex Stoll
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