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Why I Run Forest Park
Why I Run Forest Park
RecreationJen RobertsMarch 5, 2019Run
Get Ready to #RunForestPark With These Six Professional Tips
Get Ready to #RunForestPark With These Six Professional Tips
Events, People, Recreation, VisitorsJen RobertsFebruary 28, 2019Run
Our Horticulture Superintendent Shares Seven Spring Planting Tips
Our Horticulture Superintendent Shares Seven Spring Planting Tips

Let’s face it: It’s been a long, brutal winter. But spring will be here soon, and when it arrives, you’ll want to be ready to dig into your garden and flower beds again. Take a look at these tips from an expert!

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Tim FoxFebruary 25, 2019Tips
Seeding Ensures the Future of Forest Park
Seeding Ensures the Future of Forest Park

At a time of year when most of us are sledding on Art Hill or skating at Steinberg, Forest Park Forever’s Nature Reserve staff are planting seeds in the Park’s 180-acre Nature Reserve.

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Nature, AwarenessTim FoxFebruary 19, 2019Land Management, Plants
How Outdoor Afro Uses Forest Park as an Opportunity for African Americans to Connect with Nature
How Outdoor Afro Uses Forest Park as an Opportunity for African Americans to Connect with Nature

Outdoor Afro is a non-profit organization and the nation’s leading, cutting-edge network that celebrates and inspires African American connections and leadership in nature.

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Rodney PruittFebruary 14, 2019
Celebrate Your Valentine or Galentine in These Heartwarming Spots in Forest Park
Celebrate Your Valentine or Galentine in These Heartwarming Spots in Forest Park

February 14 is quickly approaching. Do you have plans for your Valentine or Galentine? If not, we have some recommendations for you that are sure to warm up your person’s heart.

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Destinations, Recreation, Visitors, WildlifeGuest UserFebruary 7, 2019
A Look Back at a Fantastic 2018 in Forest Park
A Look Back at a Fantastic 2018 in Forest Park

As we begin another year with Forest Park serving as one of the region’s greatest civic treasures, the Forest Park Forever (FPF) team is proud to look back on 2018 and share some of the highlights from an exciting 12 months.

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Capital Projects, Education, Events, Land Management, Maintenance, Nature, People, Photos, Visitors, VolunteersStephen SchenkenbergJanuary 31, 2019
Volunteer Spotlight: ‘Big Fred’ Ruhrwien
Volunteer Spotlight: ‘Big Fred’ Ruhrwien

“Big Fred” Ruhrwien has spent a lot of time in Forest Park since becoming a Forest Park Forever and Explore St. Louis volunteer in 2003, but it was another St. Louis City landmark that first sparked his love of public parks.

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People, VolunteersTim FoxJanuary 14, 2019
Everyday Ways to Ignite Your New Year's Resolutions in Forest Park
Everyday Ways to Ignite Your New Year's Resolutions in Forest Park

Let’s look at all the different ways Forest Park can help you meet your goals this year, both mentally and physically.

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Nature, People, Recreation, Visitors, WildlifeGuest UserJanuary 3, 2019
Maintaining a Treasure: The Forest Park Forever/City of St. Louis Partnership at Work
Maintaining a Treasure: The Forest Park Forever/City of St. Louis Partnership at Work

Honeybees pollinate flowers while gathering nectar. Purple Martins nest in abandoned woodpecker holes. And Forest Park Forever stretches donors’ generous maintenance dollars through its partnership with the City of St. Louis.

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Capital Projects, MaintenanceTim FoxDecember 19, 2018
Your Forest Park Winter Guide
Your Forest Park Winter Guide

In just a few short days the first official day of winter will be here, December 21.

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Visitors, Recreation, PeopleGuest UserDecember 7, 2018
Location, Scenery and Rainbow Trout: Why Jefferson Lake Is Forest Park’s ‘Chill Spot’
Location, Scenery and Rainbow Trout: Why Jefferson Lake Is Forest Park’s ‘Chill Spot’

Under the watchful eye of a lone bald eagle perched nearby, St. Louisan Damien Faure cast his pole across the placid Jefferson Lake on Forest Park’s eastern edge. His bobber plopped into the water, and minutes later it started to dance.

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Nature, PeopleTim FoxNovember 30, 2018
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