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Nature trails in Carthage

Project Focus
Youth Development
Mental Health
Recreation

Research shows that spending active time outdoors in nature improves mental wellness. Master Naturalists and other community volunteers have led the charge to construct and maintain almost 5 miles of nature trail loops in a park in Carthage, which has been well-received by the community. 

County
Hancock
Chapter
West Central Illinois Master Naturalists
Number of Volunteers
39
Volunteer Hours
1,823
Valued at
$62,519
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People walk down a trail with garden tools