Across the nation and the world, the end of September unites people to serve and care for our coasts and public lands.
Saturday, September 16, is International Coastal Cleanup Day and the following Saturday, September 23, is National Public Lands Day.That means a week full of fun events at Florida State Parks and the opportunity to celebrate public lands and make a difference for your community.
Many Florida State Parks are hosting events for International Coastal Cleanup and National Public Lands Day.
- Coastal cleanups include picking up trash along coastlines, as well as kayaking and boating to reach hard-to-get debris.
- Parks host a variety of National Public Lands Day events that commonly include invasive plant removal, building maintenance and litter cleanup.
Established in 1994 and held every year on the fourth Saturday in September, National Public Lands Day is America’s largest single-day volunteer effort for public lands. The theme of this year’s event is “Thirty Years of Care and Community."
Florida State Parks are joining the National Environmental Education Foundation to share how outdoor volunteer work brings us closer to nature and how connecting with nature offers therapeutic benefits to the mind and body
Parks, preserves and recreation areas aren’t the only ones that benefit from National Public Lands Day. A day in your favorite park can benefit your short-term memory, concentration and creativity while lowering stress and anxiety. Tackling a project like removing invasive plants or painting a ranger station with friends and family can strengthen bonds and create lasting memories.
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