Green Pueblo Map Symbols

	Alternative Fuel Station Filling station for vehicles powered by electricity, biodiesel, ethanol, hydrogen, or compressed natural gas.
	Bird & Wildlife Watching Locations known for exceptional viewing of birds and other wildlife.
	Camping Area set aside for sleeping outdoors, using tents or other camping equipment. Care is needed not to destroy the surrounding vegetation, waterways, habitat or wilderness.
	Community Garden Place where clubs, meetings and social gatherings involving the community or neighborhoods are held. May be a formalized community center, or one established through common use.
	Community/Neighborhood Center Place where clubs, meetings and social gatherings involving the community or neighborhoods are held. May be a formalized community center, or one established through common use.
	Composting Site Place where food waste, garden and lawn cuttings, and other organic materials are biodegraded into rich new soil. Can include drop-off sites, demonstration projects, or locations that distribute locally-produced compost.
	Dog Park Designated place where dogs can play off-leash.
	Duck Pond A body of water ideal for watching ducks, geese, swans and other waterfowl.
	Education Center Site, center or gathering place (indoors or outdoors) where informal or formal education on environmental topics takes place.
	Farmers Market/Local Food Regionally grown produce available. May be organic or traditional foods and other items, sold in a permanent or temporary setting. Locally-grown food travels fewer miles, saving energy and reducing the environmental impacts associated with long-distance shipping. Shopping here directly supports family farms, local economies and a greener community.
	Festival Location Locations of community festivals and celebrations. These locations may change annually.
	Food Bank/Soup Kitchen Food banks reduce hunger by providing low or no-cost food for low-income or displaced people. May serve meals, provide ingredients for home cooking, or deliver to housebound people.
	Green Building/Community Buildings or communities that use water, energy and materials efficiently, and maintain healthy indoor and outdoor environments. Sometimes referred to as a “sustainable building,” “sustainable design,” “green architecture,” or a “LEED-certified building.” (LEED stands for the U.S. Green Building Council’s Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design certification).
	Green Maps Available Place where residents and visitors can pick up printed copies of the Green Pueblo Map.
	Greywater Site Sites that reuse “grey” water collected from washing machines, bathtubs, showers, and laundry or bathroom sinks. Use of greywater reduces the consumption of potable (drinkable) water.
	Habitat Restoration Site Area where the functional aspects of a given ecosystem are being restored for animals and plants such that the habitat is returned to a natural, self-sustaining ecosystem.
	Hiking Trailheads Entrance points for the community’s favorite hiking trails.
	Historical Site Institution, building, monument or unmarked historical area with special historical significance that contributes to the community's sense of place and environment.
	Museum Cultural institutions that focus on history, art, science and other enriching subjects for education or leisurely enjoyment.
	Native Plant Garden A garden filled primarily with flora that is indigenous to the region. Native species require less water and care than exotic imports, usually attract more birds, bees and butterflies, and help the cycle of life stay in balance.
	Park 'N Ride/Transit Center Parking lot with convenient access to public transportation or a SunTran transit center.
	Permaculture A site that implements permaculture, an ecological design system for sustainable land use based on the patterns found in nature. Permaculture incorporates features such as rainwater harvesting, native plants, and gardening/food production.
	Public Art Public art for the community to enjoy and celebrate. May include sculptures, murals, outdoor exhibits, monuments, or temporary performance art.
	Public Library Loans books and media, saving resources while spreading knowledge from a building that may be a landmark in the community. Public libraries serve as important gathering places and provide free community information and resources, internet access, lectures, and exhibits.
	Public Park/Recreation Green space that offers a place to relax and play outdoors. Typical uses are picnicking, sports, hiking or jogging paths, playground equipment and may include a lake or other water feature. Some parklands are publicly-owned and free; others might charge admission.
	Rainwater Harvesting Site Sites that collect and/or store rainwater for on-site use. This can be done through earthworks such as basins and swales or with storage in a cistern (tank). Use of rainwater reduces the consumption of potable water and decreases downstream flooding.
	Recycling Center Drop-off site for materials that can be reprocessed or refilled. Includes businesses that buy or collect recycled materials.
	Reuse Shop A place to purchase, sell and exchange reusable items such as second-hand, thrift, or charity shops.
	River Park Place where you can relax, walk, run or cycle along a river or wash.
	Scenic Vista Favorite places offering an extraordinary view of the region’s beauty.
	Solar Hot Water Sites that use solar thermal energy technologies. Using solar energy reduces greenhouse gas emissions which cause global warming.
	Solar PV Sites that use photovoltaic solar energy technologies. Using solar energy reduces greenhouse gas emissions which cause global warming.
	Star Gazing Vantage point in a dark sky area that allows unobstructed views of the night sky. May also include planetariums or observatories and best locations for viewing planets, meteors, etc.
	State Parks/National Parks and Forests Units of the state, national park or national forest system that provide public enjoyment of the outdoors.
	Sunrise/Sunset Viewing Wonderful public place to relax and enjoy the sunrise or sunset.
	Swimming Pools and Water Parks Sites that offer swimming and water sports. Whether lifeguards are on-duty may vary, so call the pool directly to inquire.
	Wildlife Center/Zoo Place where people can view wildlife and learn about different species and recovery programs.