Please join us for this FREE open house event to build support for natural grass at Ogren Park and beyond.
CONNECT with other Missoulians around a shared desire to keep Missoula's open spaces healthy for people and the planet.
TAKE ACTION during the event to prevent artificial turf at Ogren Park – with resources and support provided.
CRAFT your value statement about why natural grass is important to you and Missoula's community priorities – with support provided, if desired.
SHARE your experiences with artificial turf, toxic chemicals, water pollution, microplastics, and climate impacts – all of which are at stake here.
ENGAGE with hands-on activities to learn about artificial turf – if you dare!
BONUS! DRESS UP like your favorite baseball player to win prizes!
LIVE PANEL DISCUSSION Q&A from 1-2pm, moderated by Youpa Stein, MT Plastic Free, and featuring:
• Alison Reintjes, Grow Safe Non-Toxic Missoula
• Vicki Watson, Professor, Environmental Studies, University of Montana
• Jeremy Drake, MT Plastic Free
• Other speakers TBD
Come for the free popcorn, cookies, tea, and coffee. Stay for the chance to keep Missoula healthy for future generations!