I'm so excited about this partnership between National Caucus of Environmental Legislators and Native Americans in Philanthropy! There is so much potential for effective environmental protection through increased collaboration between state legislators, Tribal leaders, and philanthropy.

Great kickoff reception for National Caucus of Environmental Legislators conference in Indianapolis, a full two days of legislative policy sessions on energy, biodiversity, plastics, indigenous collaboration EVs, and more. Dylan McDowell #NCEL2023 #NHPolitics

One of our keynote speakers for #NCEL2023 is @henkrogers from @blueplanetalliance. We’re learning about how he has dedicated the past decade of his life to ending the use of carbon-based fuels.

Thank you to the 50 or so people who came to Salem Bike Vision's Family Festival yesterday! Thank you to The Northwest Hub for doing free safety checks and repairs and Safe Routes to School for helping school-age kids start the school year right. #SalemOR #KeizerOR

“The real defining characteristic is that pocket parks provide green space access for folks that may not have it otherwise.” Learn about pocket parks from NCEL’s Executive Director Dylan McDowell in this recent piece from Kaitlyn Levinson at Route Fifty. route-fifty.com/infrastructure…

Come join NCEL's Comms Team! We are currently #hiring an intern to support our communications work through the Fall & legislative sessions. You'll assist in drafting blogs, social media, bill highlights, and legislator spotlights. Apply by Oct. 13: ncelenviro.org/careers/

Proud of Salem for committing to the 10-minute walk! It was great to have the Mayor and several Councilors join for a walk to a park yesterday. Thank you to Statesman Journal for covering this effort!

To kick off our new series of Legislative Spotlights, we're shining the #NCELSpotlight on Washington State Representative Alicia Rule! Explore how her work makes a difference, and learn what motivates her dedication to environmental policy. Read more: ncelenviro.org/articles/repre…

We're kicking off the first day of our West Coast Convening at the Seattle Aquarium! We're meeting with state legislators to talk all things #ocean policy, including climate change, plastic pollution, and offshore wind.

Kicking off the National Caucus of Environmental Legislators West Coast Ocean Convening today! We've brought together legislative leaders from OR, WA, and CA to share solutions around ocean policy. Thank you Seattle Aquarium for co-hosting!

We're having a great first day of our West Coast Convening! Legislators from WA, OR, and CA have gathered to discuss #ocean policy. We're capping off tonight with a reception to celebrate state policy efforts to advance ocean conservation. Thanks to our co-host Seattle Aquarium!

Seattle Aquarium Sen. Liz Lovelett Mark Gamba Jeff Golden Davina Duerr 🌻☮️ 🇺🇸 Luz Rivas Debra Lekanoff Last night, we had a lovely reception celebrating state ocean policy efforts with remarks from Erik Stegman Native Americans in Philanthropy and Seattle Aquarium.

📷 Celebrate #GivingTuesday with us! Your contribution equips state legislators with the resources and coordination necessary to drive environmental advancements and stand strong against heavily funded polluting interests. Donate now to make a difference! ncelenviro.org/donate/

NCEL's Executive Director, Dylan McDowell is in Washington, DC today to speak at the NOAA and Smithsonian's #OceanBiodiversitySummit. Livestream his panel on 🌊Exploration and Innovation to Sustain Ocean Biodiversity🌊 at 4:15 PM ET! science.si.edu/in-the-ocean/s…

The Senate passage of SB 387 will help people in recovery, just one benefit of expanding outdoor recreation. National Caucus of Environmental Legislators ‘s Outdoor Recreation group legislators are working across the country on bills to promote access. #NHPolitics NHHRC SOS Recovery

Thank you for having me and for all of your work expanding outdoor access and wellness!

Connectivity is also about legislators connecting through National Caucus of Environmental Legislators to work together on legislation #habitatconnectivity. A shoutout for help in crafting NH’s law. Much needs to be done to rethink habitat in a climate-changed environment. Wildlands Network #NHPolitics

Our afternoon Keynote speaker is Juan D. Martinez with Fresh Tracks! Juan is at #NCEL2024 to talk about his experience fighting for #OutdoorEquity and the ways in which states can promote #HealthyCommunities through the #GreatOutdoors. Thank you Juan!

In his six years on the Salem Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, volunteer Dylan McDowell has helped guide city policy and get more people outside. As his last term comes to an end, he hopes to encourage more people to get involved in city processes. salemreporter.com/2024/11/01/vol…

Thank you Salem Reporter for highlighting my work on with the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board! I hope others will get involved and continue improving our parks and green space.