June 2015 --The Intertwine Alliance held its third Health and Nature Forum on June 11. With about 65 people in attendance, we rolled up our sleeves and dug into the possibility of creating collaborative projects. There was enormous enthusiasm and interest, with many new voices joining the rich conversations.
Because this work could encompass so many efforts, we spent the bulk of our time in break-out sessions looking at potential projects in the areas of workplace wellness, the transformation of school properties, the medical-environmental connection, bike and pedestrian-related projects, and directly connecting with nature through hiking, restoration and education.
We examined activities currently taking place in our region and whether they might be expandable. Discussion also took into consideration barriers to these efforts, especially equity-related issues.
At the fall forum, we will take this discussion to the next level, beginning to flesh out a plan for implementation of a specific project or projects.
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