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Forging Connections on the Finger Lakes Trail
In western New York, nine volunteers gathered in Allegany State Park for a week of hands-on stewardship and meaningful connection. Home to dense woodlands, rolling hills, and more than 90…
Read MoreVolunteering on the Edge: A Catalina Island Adventure
Armed with shovels, picks, and loppers, this trail crew spent their days clearing brush, repairing tread, and building stairs to make the trail safer and more accessible.
Read MoreWhere Sea Meets Service: A Week Volunteering on Fire Island
For one week this summer, a small but mighty group of four volunteers traded their daily lives for a ferry ride across the Great South Bay and a chance to support this extraordinary national treasure.
Read MoreDoing More With Less: Trail Work at Erie National Wildlife Refuge
Volunteer Vacations aren’t just about trail maintenance — they’re about community, learning, and being part of something purposeful.
Read MoreRebuilding What Was Lost: Stewarding Nebraska’s Sandhills
In the heart of Nebraska’s Sandhills seven volunteers came together for one powerful reason: to give back to our public lands.
Read MoreTrail Work and Island Views: Giving Back on Catalina
Twelve dedicated trail volunteers packed their bags and set out for a memorable week on Santa Catalina Island.
Read MoreSpring Break, the Stewardship Way: Spring 2025 Alternative Break Recap
Over 100 college students from 11 universities across the country spent their spring break giving back to public lands through week-long Alternative Break trips.
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