Reimagining Landscapes with SLC’s Restoration Ecology Team When it comes to the landscape, what few might notice, our team obsesses over. Our Restoration Ecology team has been hard at work over the past few years dreaming and executing new ways for Salt Lake City’s Landscapes to thrive not just now, but long term. This […]
BE W.I.L.D – Do what you can
BE W.I.L.D – Do what you can We Can All Do Our Part Through Volunteer & Stewardship We can all do our part through volunteering and stewardship. If we can give a little time and effort to our community spaces, they will remain places of refuge and rejuvenation now and for years to come. Find […]
BE W.I.L.D – Limit your impact
BE W.I.L.D – Limit your impact Be Aware of the Impact of Your Feet, Wheels, and Paws We are visitors in these community spaces. Let’s leave them better than we found them. If you bring it with you, make sure it leaves with you. Be aware of the impact of your feet, wheels, and paws […]
Learning About Trees with Rowland Hall Fifth Graders
Learning About Trees with Rowland Hall Fifth Graders Earlier this year, Urban Forestry staff gave an engaging presentation about the importance of trees to Rowland Hall’s fifth-grade classes. The collaboration was initiated by Kiara Rivera, a dedicated teacher at the school who wanted her students to learn more about the role trees play in creating […]
BE W.I.L.D – Inclusive Spaces: Our Public Lands are for Everyone to Share
BE W.I.L.D – Inclusive Spaces: Our Public Lands are for Everyone to Share Our public lands are for everyone to share. Be aware and respectful of all visitors and their needs. Learn guidelines and expectations for specific spaces to support a welcoming and inclusive environment. Accessibility in our public lands is a priority for the city […]
Allen Park: The Hidden Gem of SLC Public Lands
Allen Park: The Hidden Gem of SLC Public Lands Tucked away in the heart of Salt Lake City is Allen Park, a magical place that blends art and nature. Often called a hidden gem among SLC’s public lands, this one-of-a-kind park is an incredibly special piece of Salt Lake City history. The History of Allen […]
BE W.I.L.D – Welcome to our Public Lands!
BE W.I.L.D – Welcome to our Public Lands! What are Public Lands? Public Lands are parks, trails and natural lands, urban forests, and golf courses owned by Salt Lake City. These lands provide unique outdoor spaces that embrace diversity, inclusivity, and the shared environment of nature. Prioritizing time outside Whether you prefer a park or […]
Help Shape the Future of Liberty Park!
Help Shape the Future of Liberty Park! Liberty Park, the oldest park in Utah, is more than just a green space. It is the heart of the 9th and 9th and Liberty Wells neighborhoods. With its walking paths, playgrounds, and community gathering areas, the park is a hub. Generations of Salt Lake City residents have […]
National Public Lands Day!
National Public Lands Day! Today is National Public Lands Day! The Department of Public Lands is fairly new to the city and we are incredibly proud of the work being done by each of our divisions. We want you all to get to know a little more about us, so let’s introduce you to our […]
Calling All Dog Owners! It’s National Responsible Dog Owner Day
Calling All Dog Owners! It’s National Responsible Dog Owner Day Salt Lake City is an incredibly dog friendly city and at the Department of Public Lands we love pups in parks and on trails. But with dog privileges comes dog responsibilities. As more people and pets explore our city’s green/natural areas, it is more important […]