Welcome to Overton Park Conservancy

The Old Forest State Natural Area is home to more than 350 plants, and over a quarter of them are not from around here. But what makes a non-native plant turn into an invasive one, and what can we do about it? Fall is the perfect time to get in the weeds, and we`re doing just that at this week`s Third Thursday Trek. Join our Programs Manager Malle Carrasco-Harris for a science-forward walk-and-talk in the woods this Thursday at 4:00. Register at overtonpark.org/trek or at the link in our bio. ...

Our new trail is officially open! It was an honor to celebrate this milestone--40 years in the making!--with @mayorpaulyoung, Matt Thompson and our friends at @memphiszoo, and @repcohen. While this trail is beautiful on its own, it`s even more special for what it represents: the Zoo, the Conservancy, and the City coming together to advance conservation and offer more free natural experiences for the people of Memphis.

We thank Congressman Cohen for securing the funds to complete this project, and we`re so excited to welcome you in!

You can enter the trail just past the forest gateway near Rainbow Lake Playground, or just across the entrance from the Green Trail. Thanks in advance for your patience over the next few days as the perimeter fence comes down, and remember to stay on the trail to protect wildlife! ...

Go outside. Hug a tree. Touch grass.🌱

Our new Touch Grass tees (by the awesome @prettyusefulco) are a wearable reminder to slow down and reconnect with nature.

These shirts and other park-inspired designs (including the blue tees by @taropop_studio and sweatshirts by @madetodream.co) are available to purchase via link in bio and at this Saturday’s Free Tree Giveaway from 10am-12pm at Veterans Plaza🌳 ...