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a man in camo shorts holds hands with a woman as they walk through the forest
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Five Studies That Show How Spending Time in Nature Helps Veterans

Roughly one in four veterans say the transition back to civilian life was at least somewhat difficult...

Photo depicting tree leaves microscope, robot, tweezers, petri dish and the word STEAM
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Celebrate National STEM/STEAM Day with Environmental Education

Celebrate National STEM/STEAM Day as we spotlight the significance of Science, Tech, Engineering, Arts, and...

The groom is wearing a bright yellow helmet and sitting on the saddle of a cargo bike. The bridge is in the front basket of the bike. Both of them have their arms raised triumphantly
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Nature Lovers Say “I Do” to a Wedding on National Public Lands Day

A Virginia couple took their love of volunteering on public lands to the next level by getting married on...

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US Army Corps of Engineers: Recreation Projects
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US Army Corps of Engineers Recreation – Closer Than You Think!
Many people know about the outdoor recreation opportunities offered by our nation's wildlife refuges, national parks and forests, but most do not know that the
Kid volunteer at an NPLD event
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NPLD Tip: Take Advantage of Community Resources When Planning Your Next Event
Looking to maximize resources for your National Public Lands Day (NPLD) event? Look no further than your local community!
Volunteers at the Office of the Chief of the Army Reserve
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2019 Department of Defense Legacy Award Recipients
Grants totaling $150,000 will be used towards volunteer and educational activities that restore America’s forests, promote healthy activity and teach
NPLD events like Trailtessa create environmental stewards.
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What to Expect at Your First NPLD Event
Congrats on registering for your first National Public Lands Day (NPLD)! You'll be joining hundreds of thousands of volunteers at NPLD, held on the fourth
Carrie Richardson, Park Manager
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Top 10 Tips to Rally NPLD Volunteers
Need some inspiration to generate some buzz before and during your upcoming National Public Lands Day (NPLD) event? NEEF reached out to a few experienced NPLD
Closed trail at Chimney Rock
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Tales of the Unexpected: Be Prepared for NPLD Serendipity
The best laid plans often go awry—sometimes with surprising results. Coordinating logistics, managing volunteers, and hoping for good weather all come into play
Forest canopy at Rock Creek Park
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Rock Creek Park Named NPLD 2019 Signature Site
Each year, the National Environmental Education Foundation (NEEF) partners with a public lands site to host the National Public Lands Day (NPLD) Signature Event
Volunteers on the beach in Puerto Rico
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Beaching on NPLD
Saskia Gomez likes to spend weekends at the beach, and National Public Lands Day is no different. However, instead of a swimsuit, she dons gloves and a hard hat
Volunteers at Plumb Beach
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Love Your Local Park? Set Up an NPLD Event to Take Care of It!
Whether you’re a park employee who loves preserving public lands or simply someone who has fond memories of camping in a local park with your friends and family
Mikah Meyer at Horseshoe Bend National Park
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Showing Pride in our National Parks
Mikah Meyer shares his unique journey visiting all 419 US National Park sites. Explore the healing aspects of nature and LGBTQ experiences. Gain insights and
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