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Mayor Levar Stoney Visited the Low Line for Earth Day!

We know that locals love the work that we’ve done on the Low Line along Virginia Capital Trail. That’s why many of the people who visit the Low Line do so multiple times per week, and season after season. 

We recently got the opportunity to show Mayor Levar Stoney some of our contributions to the Richmond community, and we jumped at the chance!

We scheduled the tour for Earth Day and Mother Nature had our back.

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New Research Finds Connection between Access to Nature and Mental Health

Having access to a park or green space usually encourages physical activity. And more morning jogs or lunch-break walks can help promote physical wellness.

But being outside in nature brings more to the table than just physical fitness. New research has found that access to green space during childhood can have a positive impact on mental health as an adult.

The numbers are staggering. The research concludes that “children surrounded by low amounts of green space in childhood have up to a 55% higher risk of developing a mental disorder – even after adjusting for other known risk factors such as socio-economic status,

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The 17th Street Market Features Silva Cells

Have you visited the newly renovated 17th Street Market? Located in the heart of Shockoe Bottom, the market has been a center of our community for over 275 years. As part of the refresh, 22 overcup, willow and Nuttall oaks were planted. As they grow, they will provide a shade canopy for the plaza’s busy public events.

The System

Walking along the market, you may not know that there’s incredible green infrastructure at work just below the surface.

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Cities In Nature

“Human beings need contact with nature and the natural environment. They need it to be healthy, happy, and productive and to lead meaningful lives. Nature is not optional, but an absolutely essential quality of modern urban life.” (1) 

In the recent past, cities and nature were treated as distinct entities. Cities were developed and roads were paved. In contrast, nature remained merely as an accent or as part of the outskirts of the cityscape. 

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New Year’s Resolutions featuring the Low Line

Happy New Year!

6 simple resolutions that help support Capital Trees!

Include Capital Trees in your New Year’s resolutions and help us continue to lead and inspire the Richmond community to be better stewards of our green spaces.  A beautiful public green space encourages community- building , outdoor enjoyment and strengthens our community through nature.

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Remember Capital Trees This Giving Season

The giving season is the perfect time to lend support to our work at Capital Trees. The eye-catching Winterberry is in bloom on the Low Line, and we need your help to keep the Low Line blooming all year long!
Thanks to our Board of Trustees, we have a new match for the end of the year.
When you give to Capital Trees by December 31st, your donation will be doubled (up to $2400.)
Please consider a gift to Capital Trees this holiday season. 

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It’s Giving Tuesday!!

It’s Giving Tuesday!

Donate today to help us complete Phase II of the Low Line! And when it comes to supporting our work at Capital Trees, there’s never been a better time to give.  Today and throughout this giving season, your donation will be doubled, thanks to a generous matching grant from the Mary Morton Parsons Foundation.

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Capital Trees Volunteer Work Day at the Low Line

Join Capital Trees on Saturday, November 17, 2018 from 10:00AM-12:00PM for a Volunteer Work Day.
Meet us along the Low Line/Capital Trail west of Great Shiplock Park, along Dock Street at 22nd Street. Bring Your own clippers and a pair of work gloves or we will happily provide them for you.  No experience required!!

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Come enjoy fall on the Low Line!

Perhaps you’re already aware of the gardener’s favorite seasonal adage: fall is for planting.

But thanks to the four-season benefits of the gardens along the Low Line, fall is also for strolling, lunching, and enjoying the cooler temperatures and the colorful foliage that signify autumn.

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We’ve had a busy summer and look forward to fall!

We’ve been connecting and growing new friends in the community, working on building support, and finalizing proposals for the next phase of our work. We’re excited to carry the momentum into fall and want to fill you in on the goings on at Capital Trees!

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