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20 Free & Low-Cost Summer Fun for Families on Public Lands
Summer is just around the corner, and many families are looking for fun outdoor activities that are free or low-cost. The following are 20 ideas we recommend adding to your summer fun to-do list. Of course, all of them are available via our public lands!
Every Day Events Calendar
Register your education, volunteer or recreation events on our Every Day Events calendar and attract new visitors and partners.
Get Involved Guide for State Parks
How does National Public Lands Day helps state park systems?
National Public Lands Day serves as a catalyst to jump start volunteer participation year-round, as individuals
Top 20 NPLD Projects
Any project that benefits a public land can be registered as an NPLD project. The majority of projects are focused on habitat restoration, such as tree plantings, trash or invasive plant removal, bird or bat house construction, trail maintenance, fence removal and gardening. Historic sites typically host beautification projects including trash pick-ups, painting, sculpture renovation and other needed projects.
Some public lands host events that highlight unique features on that public land. Often these events are focused on a recreational or educational activity. Examples include hikes, talks on public land issues, fishing derbys, festivals, classes on water quality testing and geocaching programs.
20 Stories for 20 Years
This year marks the 20th anniversary of National Public Lands Day. To celebrate, we'll be sharing "20 stories for 20 years."
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Volunteer with Friends Groups
Friends Groups are local nonprofit organizations that support public lands. Many Friends Groups lead volunteer events to restore parks, green spaces and community gardens. Learn more about the over 200 Friends Groups that participated in National Public Lands Day 2012 and how you can get involved.
NPLD Supports Let’s Move Outside
Participating in NPLD is a great way to get the recommended 60 minutes of daily activity, while you lend a hand for public lands. Learn more about Let’s Move Outside and how NPLD is involved in the national movement.
