EPISODE · Jun 18, 2026 · 32 MIN
Restoring Shelby Park’s Native Grasslands
from City Cast Nashville · host City Cast
Shelby Park’s Cornelia Fort Airpark is a favorite spot for families, cyclists, skaters, and dogs — so why did they set it on fire last year? Friends of Shelby director of community engagement Grant England joins Marie Cecile Anderson to explain the native grassland reconstruction taking place at the former airport, as well as ways you can help with that and other conservation projects in your own backyard. Heads up: The next airpark restoration closure starts June 22! If you enjoyed today's interview with Tess Rowser, the Marketing Manager of the Water Lantern Festival, learn more here. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 18th episode: Window Nation Andrew Jackson's Hermitage Nashville Predators Greater Birmingham CVB Get more from City Cast Nashville when you become a City Cast Nashville Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm/nashville Want some more City Cast Nashville news? Then make sure to sign up for our City Cast Nashville newsletter. Follow us @citycastnashville You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 615-200-6392 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.
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Shelby Park’s Cornelia Fort Airpark is a favorite spot for families, cyclists, skaters, and dogs — so why did they set it on fire last year? Friends of Shelby director of community engagement Grant England joins Marie Cecile Anderson to explain the native grassland reconstruction taking place at the former airport, as well as ways you can help with that and other conservation projects in your own backyard. Heads up: The next airpark restoration closure starts June 22! If you enjoyed today's interview with Tess Rowser, the Marketing Manager of the Water Lantern Festival, learn more here. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 18th episode: Window Nation Andrew Jackson's Hermitage Nashville Predators Greater Birmingham CVB Get more from City Cast Nashville when you become a City Cast Nashville Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm/nashville Want some more City Cast Nashville news? Then make sure to sign up for our City Cast Nashville newsletter. Follow us @citycastnashville You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 615-200-6392 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.
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