We put our #boots on, grabbed our #bikes and out and check on the water quality of our local watersheds yesterday. Katie Franke, our Community Conservation Program Manager, had a blast with Anna and Tello Carreon and the rest of our great volunteers. We have more events this month, check out our calendar of outings at: volunteer@openspacestl.org (fb)

We’re beyond thrilled for the third session for the inaugural Mound City Film Series, bringing the legendary Mountainfilm Festival—America's premier showcase of adventure, activism and jaw-dropping storytelling from Telluride—to St. Louis! Teaming up with 4 Hands Brewing Company, SWADE EAST, River City Outdoors, this FREE series takes place at the 4 Hands Brewery & Tasting Room in downtown St. Louis. Join us to celebrate Open Space STL’s 60th anniversary of protecting Missouri’s waterways, parklands, and ecosystems. Expect captivating documentaries from Telluride’s iconic festival , live music at 4:20pm, guest speakers at 6:30pm, and screenings at 7pm monthly through September. No tickets needed—just show up for an unforgettable experience! Wednesday, June 18 - “Threads of Life: Finding Our Place in Nature” These films invite viewers to reflect on their connection to the natural world—whether through solitude, the vastness of time, the wisdom of wildlife, or the delicate balance of ecosystems. These films explore how people observe, learn from, and coexist with nature, a reminder that humans are just one thread in the intricate web of life. Featured Films: “The Rock Pool Waltz,” “To Scale: Time,” “The Silverback,” “Flora, Fauna, Funga,” and “The Last Observers.” Guest Speakers: Kate Grumke, Senior Environment and Data Reporter of St. Louis Public Radio (fb)