National Public Lands Day 2024

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In celebration of National Public Lands Day(NPLD), enjoy free entrance and join Gulf Islands National Seashore for trail and grounds maintenance cleanup! Volunteers will enjoy beautiful bayou views while they remove litter, protect native habitats, and minimize debris. We hope you'll come and participate in the volunteer service and stay for community!

Don't know what NPLD is? As a signature event of the National Environmental Education Foundation (NEEF), NPLD is an annual event that fosters a strong connection between people and the environment, educating and cultivating environmental stewards. The theme for NPLD 2024 is "Together for Tomorrow," as volunteers of all ages and abilities roll up their sleeves and join forces for a common goal--stewarding America’s natural resources for future generations to enjoy.

What: Trail and Ground Maintenance

When: Saturday, October 5th from 9 -11 AM CDT. Check-in begins at 9AM.

Where: MS District - Meet at Davis Bayou Pavilion 3

Note the following:

• Davis Bayou does not require payment to access the park.
• Gloves and other materials needed to participate are provided. Limited supplies.
• Closed-toe shoes are required.
• This cleanup involves walking on potentially uneven grass and walkways. As a result, it is not wheelchair or stroller accessible. Accommodations for people with special needs will be made as best as possible if notified in advance.
• Programs are subject to change and/or cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.
• Youth under 18 must have a legal adult with them.
• Registration is required through Volunteer.gov, however there will be paper forms on-site for last-minute individuals. Registration for youth cannot be done online, but rather in person with attending adults. If you have any questions regarding volunteer registration or tabling as an organization, email Sarah Elizabeth Dutton at sarah_dutton@partner.nps.gov.

This is a fun, family-friendly volunteer opportunity, and volunteers of all ages are welcome as we offer education, activities, and more on how to honor all things land, culture, and community. Participants are encouraged to expand their experience by participating in other opportunities in the park, whether part of the event or the park's scheduled programming. For more information about the park, visit Gulf Islands National Seashore website.

Start Date - 2024-10-05

End Date - 2024-10-05