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Great Outdoors Foundation introduces conservation credit program Thursday, April 22, 2021 2:43 PM The Great Outdoors Foundation is launching a conservation credit program that is designed to help offset everyday practices, such as driving, shopping and water usage. According to a news release, the credits, once purchased, are reinvested in local spaces, focusing on carbon, water and pollinator initiatives. Participants are asked to consider their carbon footprint, choose an investment level and match that with a project. Because the credits are used locally, participants can visit the site where their investment is used. The Great Outdoor Foundation is partnering with Polk County Conservation on three conservation credit projects: Fourmile Creek Greenway, Crane Meadows and Easter Lake Park. The projects focus on restoring native environments, improving water quality and protecting pollinator habitats. According to a news release, the program’s conce