?? Big news from D.C. — the effort to create Georgia’s first National Park and Preserve is gaining momentum. Bipartisan legislation has been reintroduced to establish Ocmulgee Mounds National Park and Preserve, a historic step toward protecting one of the most sacred landscapes in the Southeast. We’re grateful to Georgia’s congressional delegation for their overwhelming support—and for recognizing the cultural, ecological, and economic importance of this designation. Thank you Rep. Austin Scott, Congressman Sanford Bishop, Senator Jon Ossoff and Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock! A new Congress brings new opportunity. ONPPI’s work continues, and we’re more committed than ever to making this vision a reality. Let’s make history. Read more here:
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The Ocmulgee National Park and Preserve Initiative (ONPPI) is a community-based group of Middle Georgia and Muscogee (Creek) citizens working together to expand the current site of the Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park into Georgia’s first National Park and Preserve. We encourage you to explore the Ocmulgee Mounds, Bond Swamp Wildlife Refuge, and the Ocmulgee River, which are jewels of history, culture, wildlife, and natural resources. With growing national attention to the necessity of preservation in the area, we’ve committed to becoming the driving force behind local conservation efforts. We hope to see the Park and Preserve become a national park, available to future generations for recreational kayaking and canoeing, fishing, hunting, bird-watching, outdoor pursuits, historical enrichment, and cultural appreciation. This exemplary Muscogee (Creek) traditional cultural property can become the anchor for a park that brings in tourism, increasing revenue to the Macon and Middle Georgia communities, and would provide unique and previously unavailable recreational opportunities to the area. The Ocmulgee River Corridor includes a diverse animal and plant population and is one of the last remaining wild areas in the Southeastern United States. We believe formally preserving the area between Macon and Hawkinsville along the Ocmulgee River Corridor will not only provide opportunities for recreation, education, and protection of fragile resources but will also benefit the area economically.
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ocmulgeepark.org
Ocmulgee National Park and Preserve Initiative的外部链接
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- 2-10 人
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- Macon，GA
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US，GA，Macon，31201
Ocmulgee National Park and Preserve Initiative员工
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Amy Adams
Communications Director at Ocmulgee National Park & Preserve Initiative
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Tracie R.
Director of Advocacy, cultural preservation and conservation of the Ocmulgee River
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Seth Clark
Executive Director at Ocmulgee National Park and Preserve Initiative + Mayor Pro Tempore of Macon-Bibb County
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On this first day of spring, we’re celebrating the remarkable natural wonders of the Ocmulgee River Corridor—a place like no other, where ancient landscapes, towering hardwood forests, and hidden wetlands teem with wildlife. Did you know? The Ocmulgee River Corridor is home to one of Georgia’s largest intact bottomland hardwood forests, supporting 200+ bird species, 80+ reptiles and amphibians, 100+ fish, and 50 mammals!? ? Follow us over the coming weeks as we highlight some of the native flora and fauna that make Ocmulgee a one-of-a-kind treasure—and why it deserves to be a National Park & Preserve. Discover our work and how you can help protect this unique landscape at ocmulgeepark.org. #OcmulgeeNationalPark #OcmulgeeMounds #SacredSites #ProtectOcmulgee
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?? HUGE WIN for Ocmulgee Mounds and everyone fighting to protect Ocmulgee! ?? TIME Magazine just named Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park one of the World’s Greatest Places of 2025! ?? This incredible honor is a direct reflection of years of hard work by Ocmulgee National Park & Preserve Initiative (ONPPI), the Muscogee (Creek) Nation, and Middle Georgia allies who’ve been leading the charge to create Georgia’s first National Park and Preserve. From protecting unique landscapes to reconnecting the Muscogee people to their homelands, ONPPI is making history — and now the world is watching. ?? Read the full TIME article here: https://lnkd.in/ekfP3Jwz ?? Congrats to everyone who has been part of this fight. Let’s keep going! #ONPPI #OcmulgeeMounds #TIMEGreatestPlaces #Sacredsites #NationalParks
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Join ONPPI at Longleaf Distilling Co. for On the Table, a community-wide conversation organized by the @Community Foundation of Central Georgia. ? We are excited to host a table on Thurs. March 6 and we invite you to join the discussion and share your ideas on how we can make the most of this moment—creating Georgia’s first National Park and Preserve. ? ?? Let’s discuss: Engaging the community in this historic effort How local communities can support and benefit from the park The role of businesses, organizations, and institutions ? Your voice matters—let’s make history together! ? ?? Date & Time: Thurs., March 6 at 3p ?? Location: Longleaf Distilling Co., 664 2nd Street ?? Sign up now: https://lnkd.in/eRQmWFfu ? #OnTheTableCentralGeorgia #YourVoiceMatters #CFCG #CommunityFeedback #JoinTheConversation #ONPPI
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Arches National Park in Utah is a stunning testament to the beauty and power of nature! With over 2,000 natural sandstone arches, breathtaking spires and towering rock formations, it holds the highest density of natural arches in the world. This incredible landscape, carved over millions of years, became a National Park in 1971 and welcomes millions of visitors each year to experience its awe-inspiring scenery. Just like Arches, Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park hopes to join the ranks of our nation's greatest treasures as the next National Park—and the first in Georgia! Let’s make history together! Join us in supporting Ocmulgee Mounds National Park and Preserve, and help us create Georgia’s first National Park! ?? Add your name today, and help make Ocmulgee Mounds National Park and Preserve a reality: https://lnkd.in/gStzUb_T
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We want YOU to be part of the journey in 2025! From legislative updates to community events and conservation efforts, our emails keep you informed on the latest news and ways to take action. ?? Sign up today to receive exclusive updates, event invites and opportunities to support the movement to create the Ocmulgee Mounds Georgia’s first National Park & Preserve! ?? Click the link to stay informed and be part of history: https://lnkd.in/egzcNNyD Together, we can protect this sacred land, honor its history, and build a lasting legacy. Don’t miss out—sign up now!
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Honored to host the Trust for Public Land team at Ocmulgee Mounds! Grateful for the opportunity to share our work, strengthen partnerships, and continue the mission to protect and expand this sacred landscape. ?? Pictured: Jay Wozniak – Director, Georgia Urban Parks Program, TPL Patricia Watson – Chief Advancement Officer, TPL Tracie Revis, ONPPI Dr. Carrie Besnette Hauser – President & CEO, TPL Seth Clark, ONPPI George Dusenbury – VP, Southern Region; Georgia, Florida & Chesapeake State Director, TPL Matt Chalfa, ONPPI Together, we’re working to preserve history, nature, and community.
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Today, we celebrate the birthday of Chris Sheridan, a dedicated ONPPI Board Member and one of the earliest champions of the Ocmulgee National Park and Preserve Initiative. Chris has played a vital role in shaping our vision and turning ideas into reality, bringing together history, conservation, and community development in Middle Georgia. His leadership was also instrumental in moving the Ocmulgee Heritage Trail from concept to construction, ensuring that this treasured pathway connects communities and celebrates the natural beauty of our region. Beyond his contributions to ONPPI, Chris has been a driving force in countless Macon initiatives, from education to downtown redevelopment and beyond. His vision, generosity, and leadership continue to shape our city and inspire those working to build a stronger, more connected community. Please join us in wishing Chris Sheridan a very Happy Birthday! ???? We are grateful for his dedication, his passion, and the incredible impact he continues to make. Thank you, Chris, for all that you do! Pictured left to right are: Terry McMichael McNair, Mclemore, MIddlebrooks and Co, Managing Partner; Secretary Zechariah Harjo, Secretary of the Muscogee (Creek) Nation; Chris Sheridan, ONPPI Board Member; Tracie Revis, ONPPI Director of Advocacy
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Happy Birthday to one of the founding voices of the Ocmulgee National Park and Preserve Initiative, Brian Adams! ?? Thank you for your unwavering dedication and tireless efforts to preserve and protect the Ocmulgee Mounds and the river corridor. Your work is a gift to our community and future generations! Pictured: Brian Adams speaking with Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland and Ambassador Jonodev Chaudhuri of the Muscogee (Creek) Nation
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Meet Matt Chalfa!? Matt is a preservation expert with a passion for protecting history and revitalizing communities. With over a decade of experience, he’s led projects totaling $150+ million, from tax credit consultations to groundbreaking initiatives like mapping cultural treasures and uncovering unmarked graves. Armed with a Master’s in Preservation Studies from Boston University, Matt is bringing his wealth of knowledge to ONPPI to help secure the future of the Ocmulgee Mounds as Georgia’s first National Park. We’re excited to have Matt on this journey!
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