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"Why Are Open Spaces Important?" - Words from the Field with the Junior Land Stewards

Ever wonder what really makes our open spaces so important? Haley Peterson, our Junior Land Stewards Program Manager, took that question straight to the people who explore these landscapes with the most curiosity—her students out in the field.

In this quick, two-minute video, you’ll hear honest, funny, and unexpectedly wise answers from the next generation of land stewards. From wildlife to fresh air to places to just be, these kids remind us exactly why protecting open space matters.

Hit play and let them tell you themselves!