History



Sunrise landscape, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Gatlinburg, TN, and Oconaluftee Valley, Cherokee, NC

Seven Places to Get Outside This Summer– and the Environmental Heroes to Thank for Them

Source: Smithsonian Magazine

During these isolating times, outdoor areas can offer a safe space to explore while practicing social distancing and taking proper safety precautions. Skim the article and choose two locations to learn more about.





Cattle under trees in the shade.

More than a century after their land was ravaged by the California gold rush, Yurok Tribe to reclaim territory

Source: CBS News

After nearly 200 years of loss, destruction, and survival, the Yurok people are reclaiming a piece of their homeland. This historic return isn’t just about the past, it’s about building a future where Native wisdom leads the way in protecting our planet.