Save ESNP Action and Updates! Membership! Anniversary Picnic! $25k Match!
Hello Friends of ESNP!
It has been almost ONE YEAR since our scrappy volunteer group became a nonprofit organization to protect the park. During my very first (incredibly nervous) public comment at a Hamilton County Commission meeting, I suggested the County recognize our fervor for this place as a gift rather than an obstacle. Yes, we were getting in the way of some plans, but what if we channeled all this love and support (and anger) for our park into something positive? “We could be a real resource for Hamilton County and ESNP. Think ‘Friends of the Smokies,’" I said.
So here we are one year later, working with the County, the Park staff, and our group of tireless volunteers to make good on that promise. We are still watching, still advocating, and still connecting people to the park to ensure that our public lands stay protected and accessible.
So here is this week’s ACTION: BECOME A MEMBER
When you signed this petition, you helped stop a threat to our park. Today, we're building something lasting: a community of members committed to protecting, enhancing, and celebrating ESNP.
If Enterprise South Nature Park and the protection of public lands means something to you, please join as a Member, a Friend, an Advocate.
Joining now also means that your membership contribution will be doubled by our end of year $25k match.
Membership includes special events at the park, with our first Members’ Night (Hike!) happening next month on 12/11.
EVENTS
One-Year Anniversary Picnic: Whether you are a Friend of ESNP or just a person who likes donuts, everyone is invited THIS SATURDAY!
Saturday 11/14
2-4pm
ESNP Visitor Center
Donuts + hot drinks
Bring a chair/blanket/thermos/friend
IN THE NEWS
Chattanoogan: Save Enterprise South Nature Park Thanks The Community
News Channel 9: Chattanooga Chamber president apologizes after video mocked development opponents
October Save ESNP Newsletter - learn what we've been up to and meet ESNP's new Park Ranger!
As always (and in perpetuity), thank you for being a part of this giant community effort.
-Melissa Ray, with Elspeth Haire, Nathan Griffin, and Hadrien Turner
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