Dive into the critical conversations shaping the future of land stewardship in the tri-state region with two engaging panel discussions:

🟢 Keeping Pace: Balancing Natural Resource Protection with Development

Explore strategies for harmonizing environmental stewardship with economic and housing development.

Featuring:
Noel Durant, Trust for Public Land
Andy Stone, Black Creek
Emily Heid, Southeast Tennessee Young Farmers Coalition
Dan Wright, Catoosa County

Moderated by Mark McKnight, Reflection Riding Arboretum & Nature Center

🟢 Natural Networks: Connecting People, Partners, and Communities to the Outdoors

Discover exciting, collaborative projects throughout the tri-state that connect residents to accessible outdoor spaces.

Featuring:

Amy Hartline, Rooting for the Ridge, Dalton Resilient Communities
Eric Pullen, Chickamauga Battlefield Connector Trail
Caleb Timmerman, Southeastern Climbers Coalition

Moderated by Gail Loveland Barille, City of Chattanooga Park & Outdoors Department

✔️ Don’t miss this opportunity to gain insights from experts and contribute to the dialogue on how the stewardship of the region's natural treasures is an essential tool for sustainable growth and community health. Sponsored by Chattanooga Gas, this event is scheduled from Friday, September 13 in Rossville, Georgia.

💡 2:00-4:00 PM - Panel discussions, Q&A

🍺 4:00-5:00 PM - Social hour with light refreshments