Resources

Bats on Public Lands

Bats play a vital role in maintaining healthy ecosystems on our nation’s public lands. Site managers and visitors of public land sites are encouraged to learn more about the ecological importance of these fascinating creatures, the threats that bats currently face, and what you can do to help.

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Every Day Capacity Building Grants

The Every Day Grants provide Friends Groups with grant funds of up to $5,000 to help the Friends Groups build their capacity to serve public lands.

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2010 Photo Contest Winner

Photo Contest

The 11th annual NPLD Volunteers in Action Photo Contest winners have be announced! Entries showcased volunteers planting trees, repairing trails and enhancing native habitats on National Public Lands Day. Don't forget to bring your camera to the upcoming NPLD on September 29, 2012 and take some great shots of your fellow volunteers for the next contest!

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Developing a Fundraising Plan

Developing a Fundraising Plan is the second webinar in a two-part series hosted by the National Environmental Education Foundation's Public Lands Program and the Association of Partners for Public Lands. Learn how to design a fundraising strategy and tackle the problems frequently found at each stage of the fundraising process.

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The Case for Support

The Case for Support was the first webinar in a two-part series hosted by the National Environmental Education Foundation's Public Lands Program and the Association of Partners for Public Lands. Watch a recording of the webinar online or download copies of the presentation.

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Connect With NPLD

NPLD is a Friend to Friends Groups

Friends Groups are vital to the long term health and growth of public lands. NPLD supports Friends Groups through webinars, educational materials and the Every Day Grants program. Learn more about each of these opportunities in our resources section.

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.