Building Mississippi’s Premier Natural Destination
The Fannye Cook Natural Area (FCNA) is protecting nearly 3,000 acres of forests, wetlands, and waterways near Jackson, Mississippi.
Three times the size of New York City’s Central Park, the FCNA will become one of the largest urban green spaces in the southeastern United States.
This landmark project will strengthen Mississippi through:
Conservation and Restoration
Outdoor Recreational Opportunities
Environmental Education
Economic Development
Improved Community Health
Project Highlights
The project will protect and restore unique habitats while creating new opportunities for outdoor exploration, conservation education, and economic growth.
The FCNA will connect people with nature while strengthening Mississippi’s reputation as a leader in conservation and sustainable economic development.
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The FCNA will feature more than 20+ miles of scenic trails that wind through forests, wetlands, and along the Pearl River.
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At 3,000 acres, FCNA is three times the size of New York City’s Central Park, and provides a range of economic, educational, and ecological benefits to Mississippi.
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The FCNA is protecting nearly 3,000 acres of forests, wetlands, and waterways along the Pearl River and near the Jackson metropolitan area.
800k+
Nearly 800,000 people live within an hour’s drive of the recreational and educational experiences found at FCNA.
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Mississippi is the most beautiful state in America – the Fannye Cook Natural Area will help keep it that way.
At 3,000 acres, it’ll be three times the size of New York City’s Central Park, and provide a range of economic, educational, and ecological benefits for Mississippi.
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