National Public Lands Day

Join us at Green Pastures Recreation Area as we celebrate National Public Lands Day, the nation’s largest single-day volunteer effort for public lands. Help give back to this special place by lending a hand with a variety of cleanup and beautification projects throughout the park.

From trail tidying and litter pickup to sprucing up picnic areas, your efforts will help keep Green Pastures welcoming for all who visit. Whether you’re a longtime supporter or a first-time volunteer, this is a great opportunity to connect with nature, meet others, and make a positive impact.

All tools and materials will be provided. Please wear sturdy shoes and bring a reusable water bottle. Parking is free all day in celebration of National Public Lands Day. Let’s work together to protect and preserve this beautiful public space. See you at Green Pastures.

About National Public Lands Day

Virginia State Parks celebrates National Public Lands Day each September by inviting volunteers and visitors to take part in the largest single-day volunteer effort for public lands in the country. Join in preserving and enhancing the natural beauty of the state’s public lands through a variety of hands-on activities, including trail maintenance, tree plantings, invasive species removal, litter clean-ups and educational programs on the importance of conservation. Parking fees are waived at most Virginia State Parks for National Public Lands Day (excludes Grayson Highlands and the admission fee at Natural Bridge and Southwest Virginia Museum). 

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