Editor’s note: This press release was provided by EcoPel. The Pelham Examiner publishes press releases in the form received as a service to the community.
The “Less Lawn, More Life” challenge is launching on August 1st, offering a unique opportunity to transform your yard into a powerful ally in the fight against climate change.
This free 8-week guided challenge is designed to help you unleash the full potential of your yards. Led by leading ecological experts and pioneers in the rewilding movement, participants will learn how to create vibrant, eco-friendly landscapes that support biodiversity and environmental health.
The program features:
- Learn: Discover the untapped potential of your yard to help the climate.
- Commit: Develop new habits and take meaningful actions.
- Observe: Document the impact and changes in your outdoor space.
Throughout the challenge, you’ll benefit from:
- Free expert webinars
- Weekly micro-challenges and activations
- Opportunities for community building
- Prizes and celebratory events
This initiative is brought to you by Plan It Wild and Bedford 2030, in partnership with other like-minded organizations like the Environmental Coalition of the Pelhams and in collaboration with renowned experts, including:
- Rebecca McMackin, an expert in Ecological Horticulture known for her famous TED Talk “Let Your Garden Grow Wild”
- Desiree Narango, a Conservation Scientist from the Vermont Center for EcoStudies
- Doug Tallamy, Best Selling Author and Founder of Homegrown National Parks
- Murray Fisher, Social Entrepreneur and Naturalist, Co-Founder NY Harbor School & Billion Oyster Project
By participating in this challenge, you’ll contribute to:
- Bringing back nature to our urban and suburban landscapes
- Fighting climate change at a local level
- Supporting clean air and water in your community
- Advancing citizen science through your observations
Don’t miss this chance to be part of a movement that’s making a real difference. Join fellow environmentally-conscious individuals – and bring your neighbors along – in reimagining our lawns and creating spaces that are not only beautiful but also ecologically vital.
Sign up today at www.LessLawnMoreLife.com and take the first step towards a greener, more vibrant future – right in your own yard!
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