Pease Park Conservancy
Recent News About Pease Park Conservancy
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Pease Park Conservancy seeks community support to maintain park operations
Pease Park Conservancy has reiterated its commitment to maintaining and operating Pease Park for the community.
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Pease Park Conservancy works towards environmental sustainability through education and conservation
Many people seek to make a positive impact on the world, whether on other individuals, the environment, or future generations.
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Soundbath event by Pease Park Conservancy features Golden Monkey Qi Gong
Pease Park Conservancy is collaborating with Golden Monkey Qi Gong to host a guided Qi Gong movement and listening event at the Treehouse on Wednesday, October 17th. Brent Thomas of Golden Monkey Qi Gong will lead the session.
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Cedar Elms at Kingsbury Commons set for removal due to safety concerns
The Pease Park Conservancy has announced that five Cedar Elm trees in Kingsbury Commons are scheduled for removal. The trees, which have shown significant limb loss and canopy damage, now pose a risk to visitors and will be taken down. Despite some parts remaining alive, the decision comes after evaluations by arborists revealed distress from age, droughts, and freezes.
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Pease Park Conservancy announces fall volunteer events and celebrations
Fall has arrived, and Halloween is approaching. Pease Park Conservancy (PPC) encourages volunteers to participate in park activities dressed in park-inspired costumes that allow for easy movement.
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Pease Park Conservancy pushes for restoration of western portion of Shoal Creek Trail
The Pease Park Conservancy (PPC) seeks to resolve the longstanding public safety and connectivity issues resulting from two major landslides that occurred in 2018 and 2019 along the Shoal Creek Trail.
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Shoal Creek Trail blocked since landslides in 2018 still awaits restoration
The Shoal Creek Trail through Pease Park has been obstructed by debris from two significant landslides that occurred in 2018 and 2019. Despite years of advocacy with the City of Austin by Shoal Creek Conservancy (SCC) and Pease Park Conservancy (PPC), the debris remains, and the trail closure persists. PPC, SCC, and Pemberton Heights Neighborhood Association (PHNA) emphasize the importance of collaborating with the City to ensure a safe and accessible restoration of this park area and its trail.
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Youth fitness classes featured at Fall Fitness Festival
Austin Youth Fitness is set to host a series of youth fitness classes at the upcoming Fall Fitness Festival on September 19, 2024. The event will feature various activities aimed at promoting physical and mental well-being among children.
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Pease Park celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with special events
Hispanic Heritage Month, celebrated from September 15th to October 15th, honors the contributions of the Hispanic community to society. This period aligns with the independence days of several Latin American countries and has evolved from a week-long celebration in 1968 to a month-long observance signed into law in 1988. The term “Hispanic” generally refers to people from or with ancestry from Spanish-speaking countries, while “Latino” refers to individuals with origins in Latin America and/or the Caribbean.
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Fall Fitness Festival features diverse adult fitness classes
On September 10, 2024, the Fall Fitness Festival will offer a variety of adult fitness classes designed to promote physical and mental well-being. The event will feature sessions led by different instructors, each focusing on unique aspects of fitness and health.