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Park Day Volunteer

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ORGANIZATION: National Park Service

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Wilson's Creek National Battlefield is hosting its annual Park Day on April 5, 2025. For 29 years, the American Battlefield Trust has sponsored Park Day clean-ups to involve local service organizations, families, and individuals to preserve and restore our nation's battlefield heritage.


On-site registration begins at 8:30 am in front of the visitor center (weather permitting). In the event of bad weather, registration may be moved into the Multipurpose Room at the Visitor Center. However, electronic registration may be completed in advance by applying through this opportunity.


At 9:00 am, volunteers and staff will receive work assignments and a safety briefing at the same location. Each project group will go to different areas of the battlefield via their own vehicles. Work in project areas is planned to end between noon and 1 pm.


Park Day Activities:

Activities may include:

  • Help park staff clean up Wilson's Creek. Runoff brings trash and debris from outside the park to areas alongside and in Wilson's Creek. This is a very strenuous activity which is best suited for adults and older teenagers.
  • Assist with the repair and replacement of a section of split rail fencing. Work alongside maintenance staff as they remove old fencing and replace it with new rails. This is a strenuous activity which is suitable for youth organization members and adults.
  • Help repair and paint benches used during programs such as artillery demonstrations, school programs, and summer camps. A great activity for youth organization and families with older children.
  • Aid our historic weapons program. Join us in rolling empty paper cartridges for our musket programs. A great, low-key indoor park day activity for families with younger children with an educational component.
  • And more depending on park needs and staff availability. Check out our website and social media and the American Battlefield Trust for more information closer to Park Day.

This is a great opportunity for families, youth organizations, school clubs, and individual high school and college students looking to gain volunteer hours. Individuals who are passionate about conservation are welcome to pitch in.


Additional educational activities will be available to participants and the public.


Contact us at the listed email address or apply through the link. Only one application is needed per group though additional forms will be sent to you via e-mail.

Start Date - 2025-04-05

End Date - 2025-04-05

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About National Park Service

Location:

1849 C Street NW, Washington, DC 20240, US

Mission Statement

The National Park Service preserves unimpaired the natural and cultural resources and values of the National Park System for the enjoyment, education, and inspiration of this and future generations. The Park Service cooperates with partners to extend the benefits of natural and cultural resource conservation and outdoor recreation throughout this country and the world.

Description

The U.S. National Park Service, www.nps.gov, cares for special places saved by the American people so that all may experience our heritage. We care for more than 400 national parks and help communities preserve their historic places and open spaces.

CAUSE AREAS

Arts & Culture
Environment
Sports & Recreation
Arts & Culture, Environment, Sports & Recreation

WHEN

Fri Apr 04, 2025 - Sat Apr 05, 2025
05:00 PM - 04:59 PM

WHERE

6424 W. Farm Road 182Republic, MO 65738

(37.11559,-93.41975)
 

SKILLS

GOOD FOR

  • Kids
  • Teens
  • Public Groups

REQUIREMENTS

  • Saturday

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