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Park Day 2025

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ORGANIZATION: National Park Service

Contact Information

For questions, please call the visitor center at 540-490-9569 or email cebe_information@nps.gov.

Meeting place

Meet at the Moring Attack Trails on the Cedar Creek Battlefield. Turn onto Long Meadow Road, just south of the Cedar Creek Battlefield Foundation Museum & Visitor Center along US 11. Parking will be along Claven Lane. National Park Service event signs will be placed at all turns to direct volunteers to the meeting location. Please arrive between 9:30 am - 9:45 am.

Planned Activities

Volunteers will assist with the removal of invasive plants along the Morning Attack Trails and in the vicinity of the 8th Vermont Monument. There may also be additional trail maintenance projects to help improve the visitor experience.

History or Educational Activities

At the beginning of the event a National Park Service ranger will present a short talk about the significance of the site and the National Park Service's efforts to preserve it. Throughout the event, natural resource specialists will be available to help identify the targeted invasive plants.

Should I bring any tools or supplies?

While small hand tools and work gloves will be provided, volunteers are encouraged to bring their own. Wear closed-toe shoes and long pants. Terrain may be uneven so wear sturdy and comfortable shoes. Sunscreen, bug spray, and a water bottle are recommended.

Is there a rain date?

In the instance of inclement weather, Park Day will be cancelled.

Start Date - 2025-06-14

End Date - 2025-06-14

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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.

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

WHEN

Fri Jun 13, 2025 - Sat Jun 14, 2025
05:00 PM - 04:59 PM

WHERE

7712 Main StreetMiddletown, VA 22645

(39.03105,-78.27497)
 

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