National Public Lands Day is the time to give back. If you've noticed that the trails you are hiking in the national forests or local parks were worn deep from the tread of too many boots, you can do something about it. Volunteer to help fix trails, plant trees and clean-up during the annual National Public Lands Day, September 24, 2011.
You won't be alone. Last year, 170,000 volunteers worked at over 2,080 sites in every state, the District of Columbia and in many U.S. territories. This year more than 180,000 volunteers are expected to help at at more than 2,000 sites across the country and in U.S. territories.
National Public Lands Day - Where You Can Help
The National Environmental Education Foundation Program has a website with information about this annual day, when volunteers can help restore America's public lands. If you're interested in volunteering, or you want tips on organizing a project, visit National Public Lands Day. On the Web site, you may find a project right near you.
