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BTG is the leading local environmental organization in Kansas City with overwhelming volunteer support and over a dozen environmental initiatives

Oh Deer! Currently on the blog we're talking Fall

Oh Deer! Currently on the blog we're talking Fall tree protection.
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"One of the benefits of trees is providing resources for our local wildlife. Unfortunately, sometimes our furry neighborhood friends can harm our trees, especially when the trees are young and recently planted." Learn how you can protect your trees from our wildlife neighbors by visiting bridgingtheap.org/learn

It's really the perfect time to talk about the imp

It's really the perfect time to talk about the importance of the Blue River! Listen to our latest episode of Bridging The Chat wherever you listen to podcast.

Learn about peak Fall colors before they leave(s)!

Learn about peak Fall colors before they leave(s)! On the blog now, Joe with Heartland Tree Alliance talks about why the leaves change and what trees to plant to get the best Fall colors while promoting biodiversity and native species. BridgingTheGap.org/learn

Please join us in congratulating our very first Gr

Please join us in congratulating our very first Green Dining Alliance KC-certified restaurant: Green Dirt on Oak! Owner Sarah Hoffmann and her team exemplify environmental stewardship across the board, from using innovative ways to reduce food waste and consistently sourcing local ingredients, to working with local nonprofit Cornerstones of Care’s Build Trybe (@buildtrybe) to create a magical dining room setting.

Treat yourself to a cheese or charcuterie board on their rooftop while the weather still agrees and let them know you support their green efforts. When the weather no longer agrees, tuck in for a comforting dinner or weekend brunch knowing you’re supporting a remarkable number of Kansas City-area makers and growers.

Read more about Green Dirt on Oak's commitment to sustainability on our website.

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The Blue River is a critical area for biodiversity

The Blue River is a critical area for biodiversity in our city — come learn about the river close up and help our Kansas City WildLands team survey for aquatic life. You'll learn how to identify different groups of aquatic critters and what each group can tell us about water quality. You won't believe what's hiding just below the surface! November 7th, RSVPs are required - visit bridgingthegap.org/events to sign up.

Don't let these troublesome trees haunt our native

Don't let these troublesome trees haunt our native grasslands!

Come out to @powellgardens this December 5th from 1-5pm to select your very own native Christmas tree. The suggested donation of $25/tree supports the work of KC WildLands and Heartland Center for Regenerative Agriculture, AND also snags you two free tickets to the Evergy Festival of Lights!

Stay tuned for more... if you dare!

Bridging the Gap has learned that Jackson County,

Bridging the Gap has learned that Jackson County, Missouri, has initiated a process that could lead to a potential sale of property impacting Blue River Glades Natural Area. Blue River Glades is located along Blue River Road near Swope Park and has been the focus of preservation efforts by thousands of volunteers and many partners over the years including our own KC WildLands program, the Missouri Dept. of Conservation, The Nature Conservancy, Heartland Conservation Alliance, Urban Trail Co, the Sierra Club, and more.

Jackson County Legislature’s Resolution No. 22345 designated a parcel including Blue River Glades as surplus, stating “the administration can identify no current or future use for the property.” A Request for Proposals (RFP 26-057) is now posted soliciting bids for this parcel through November 9th, 2026.

Blue River Glades Natural Area is one of the best examples of this rare habitat type in our region. An area with nearly 300 year old gnarled chinquapin oak trees perched atop exposed limestone bluffs, it is home to a stunning variety of wildflowers, colorful songbirds, bobcats, turkey, and the hearts of many KC residents. Hiking trails thread through the area, including the famed Eddie-Ballentine Trail and popular nearby bike trails.

The Legislature previously recognized this property in its Blue River Parkway Master Plan which declared the county's intent to protect these Parkway lands in perpetuity for conservation. Blue River Glades is also a state-designated Natural Area and represents the northernmost range of many species otherwise found only in the Ozarks.

Bridging the Gap has been in contact with our partners at the County, as well as our wider networks to learn more about the potential surplusing and sale process, and its implications for this irreplaceable natural community. To receive information on ways you can engage in this process, please visit tinyurl.com/3pdw4v5h to join our advocacy list. When and if we identify actionable steps on this or future issues, we will share them directly with you.

We are encouraged and grateful to know that so many people and organizations are invested in the future of Kansas City’s natural areas.

Over the last year, Bridging The Gap has been a pa

Over the last year, Bridging The Gap has been a partner for the Renew the Blue project, an ARPA funded restoration project involving several local organizations. This collaborative initiative aimed to restore up to 240 acres of riparian habitat, enhance green infrastructure along key segments of the Blue River, and expand the urban tree canopy in surrounding neighborhoods—ultimately building a healthier, more resilient watershed for Kansas City.
In this episode, we chat about Bridging The Gap’s part of the project!
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