Making Nature Accessible: Corporate Partnerships for Inclusive Outdoor Spaces

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June 30, 2026
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm EDT
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Access to nature should be available to everyone, yet many people with disabilities face barriers when visiting parks, trails, gardens, and other outdoor spaces. Improving accessibility can help create more inclusive opportunities for people of all abilities to connect with and enjoy nature. 

This webinar will explore how nonprofits and businesses are working to expand access to nature for people with disabilities. The discussion will highlight the importance of understanding accessibility needs and incorporating inclusive approaches into the design of outdoor spaces. Attendees will also learn about a corporate-supported sensory garden that uses intentional design and native plantings to create an engaging environmental and educational space, demonstrating how partnerships can help make nature experiences more welcoming and accessible. 

A brief Q&A session will follow, offering attendees the opportunity to engage directly with the speakers. 

What you’ll learn: 

  • Common barriers to accessibility in outdoor recreation and nature-based experiences 
  • The role of inclusive design in creating welcoming outdoor spaces 
  • Resources that help improve access to nature for people with disabilities 
  • How partnerships can support accessible environmental and community projects 
  • Practical lessons from real-world accessibility initiatives 

 Speakers: 

  • Cat Fribley, Executive Director, Birdability  
  • James Taylor, Environmental Advisor, ExxonMobil