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Find out what we’re up to – and join us! Check out our updates at NRFF's News and Media hub. Browse the photo gallery, read news articles about our work, and follow us on social media! We hope you’ll feel inspired to join one of our many stimulating programs and events which celebrate Indigenous ecological knowledge and connection to the natural world.

 

In The News

NRFF’s work has been highlighted in the news. We invite you to catch up with these notable moments.

 

The NRFF Blog

Our blog posts highlight native plants of the Eastern Woodlands and the relationships that Indigenous communities have with them. 

We invite you to explore familiar plants like Tehim (Lenape for Strawberry) and learn about other plants that you might not know as well like Mahchikpi (Lenape for Pawpaw) or Pkuwiimakw (Munsee for Joe-Pye Weed).

 

Our Instagram

We found a festive way to get in the Halloween spirit and celebrate native trees 🎃🎃 This post is dedicated to four Eastern Woodlands trees with unique leaf shapes: 🌱Nènèskakw (Lenape for Redbud) leaves are shaped like a heart and b
When this sunflower unfurled its petals and revealed its figure in The Three Sisters Garden this summer, we were in awe. Its heart shape is the natural world’s way of saying Wanishi, thank you, and recognizing the love that has cultivated and n
Happy October! NRFF is hitting the road this month and we can’t wait to see you in NY, NJ, and DE! Mark your calendars now to show your support through these meaningful, community-based events. 🍂Indigenous Delaware: Nanticoke Land Stewardsh
Donate to win an original Tehim (Lenape for Strawberry) beadwork design! 🎉🎉🎉 These beauties are handmade by @quietmedicinetree (Lenape Indian Tribe of Delaware) who’s a member of NRFF’s Board of Directors. Here’s how you can jo
Here at NRFF, September means Powwows, Pawpaws, and Pokeweed! It’s a festive, flavorful, and fun trifecta that you don’t want to miss. ☀️September 7-8: The Nanticoke Indian Powwow at Hudson Fields. Celebrate the 46th annual @nanticokein
We want to see your NRFF gear in action! Snap a photo of you, your friends, or your family rocking their NRFF swag in front of an interesting place. From a beach to your backyard, from a trek to a tourist trap, or from a concert to a concrete jungle
 

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