CNS Business Directory

CNS Business Directory & Marketplace

CNS Business Directory & Marketplace

A community-powered hub connecting people with nature-aligned nonprofits, small businesses, entrepreneurs, and individuals — enabling discovery, collaboration, and ethical commerce.

From finding a forest-therapy walk to co-hosting a mountain skills workshop — CNS is the bridge.

Who It Serves

🌍 Visitors

  • Browse directory & map
  • Discover events, services, programs
  • Join CNS for free

🌱 Members

  • Follow providers & events
  • Buy/sell in community marketplace
  • Access member-only offerings

🧭 Providers

  • Create listings
  • Promote services, products & events
  • Co-host events with CNS
  • Grow visibility & trust

🛠️ CNS Admins

  • Curate & moderate listings
  • Feature aligned providers
  • Amplify nonprofit impact

Directory (Core)

What’s Listed

  • Nonprofits
  • Small businesses
  • Entrepreneurs & guides
  • Educators & trainers

Key Fields

  • Name, description, category
  • Map-based location
  • Services & programs
  • Contact & social links
  • Values & focus tags

Discovery

  • Map-based browsing
  • Category & tag filters
  • Radius search
  • Featured & curated collections
AI‑Powered Growth Engine (Phased): AI listing enrichment, smart onboarding, intelligent categorization, performance insights, and ecosystem-wide visibility across maps, events, imports, and social channels.

Marketplace

Services & Experiences

  • Guided outings
  • Workshops & classes
  • Wellness sessions

Products

  • Nature-aligned goods
  • Handmade & local items

Community Marketplace

  • Peer-to-peer exchange
  • Used or new items
  • Free join for transactions

Events & Collaboration

Events & Ticketing

  • Public or member-only
  • Free or ticketed
  • Recurring & series events
  • Capacity management

🤝 Co‑Hosted Events

  • CNS + provider collaboration
  • Shared promotion
  • Revenue sharing

Build the Nature Economy — Together

Join a platform designed for collaboration, trust, and long‑term impact — not extractive growth.

Join the CNS Directory
“CNS isn’t a marketplace that happens to include nature — it’s a nature community that happens to include commerce.”
CNS BUSINESS DIRECTORY

Get Your Business Listed on the CNS Nature Network

Reach thousands of nature-aligned visitors, members, and community collaborators. Whether you’re a small business, nonprofit, guide, or educator — CNS connects you to the right audience.

Map Discovery
Community-first
Nature-aligned
Free to claim
WHO IS THIS FOR

What kinds of businesses are listed?

Nonprofits & Orgs

• Environmental groups
• Stewardship programs
• Community clubs

Small businesses

• Outdoor gear shops
• Eco-lodges & stays
• Nature-aligned retail

Educators & guides

• Forest therapy guides
• Skills workshops
• Nature education

Entrepreneurs

• Wellness providers
• Adventure startups
• Handmade & local goods

WHAT'S INCLUDED

What information does your listing show?

Core profile fields

• Business name & description
• Category & subcategory
• Map-based location
• Contact & social links
• Services & programs

Discovery features

• Appears on the CNS map
• Category & tag filters
• Radius search results
• Featured collections
• Values & mission tags

CLAIM YOUR LISTING

Already listed? Claim & manage your profile

Step 1 — Find your listing

Search the CNS directory by name, category, or location. Your business may already be in the system.

Step 2 — Verify ownership

Submit your details to verify you’re the owner. CNS admins review and approve claims within 1–3 days.

Step 3 — Edit your profile

Add your description, photos, services, social links, and values tags directly from your dashboard.

Step 4 — Post events

Co-host events with CNS, promote workshops, and connect with members through the marketplace.

NEW TO CNS

How to register a new listing

1

Create a free CNS account

Sign up as a member — it’s free and takes under 2 minutes.

2

Go to "Add a Provider"

Find the listing form under your profile dashboard or the directory menu.

3

Fill in your details

Name, category, location, description, contact info, and services.

4

Submit for review

CNS admins review and publish your listing, usually within 48 hours.

FAQ

Common questions

Is listing my business free?

Yes — basic directory listings are free for all registered CNS members. Premium placement and featured collections are available on paid plans.

Yes. CNS has a community marketplace where providers can offer guided outings, workshops, wellness sessions, and handmade goods.

CNS partners with providers to co-promote events — shared promotion, ticketing support, and revenue sharing options are available.

CNS admins curate and moderate all listings to maintain the quality and nature-aligned focus of the directory.

Ready to join the CNS directory?

Connect with a nature-aligned community and grow your visibility — for free.