National Trails Day

Make your mark on 1 of nearly 200,000 miles of trail throughout the U.S. this National Trails Day! Polk County Conservation and the Iowa Natural Heritage Foundation invites you, your friends, and family out for a day of volunteerism and celebration in support of our treasured public trails.

Volunteers will lend a hand maintaining the trails in Easter Lake Park before gathering for an afternoon of food, fun, and community.

ACTIVITY: Trail Maintenance

PHYSICAL DIFFICULTY: Moderate, Difficult

REGISTER HERE

DEADLINE: Register by noon June 2, 2022

COST: Free

GROUPS ALLOWED: Yes

LUNCH PROVIDED: Yes. Lunch with be provided for registered participants

AGES: All ages and abilities welcome. No experience necessary.

Ages 12+ will be permitted use of hand tools.

Ages 18+ will be permitted use of power tools and equipment.

Each event participant will be provided proper personal protective equipment and training as needed.

WHAT TO BRING: It is recommended to dress for the weather, wear closed-toe shoes. Bring a refillable water bottle and work gloves if you have them.

LOCATION DETAILS: Easter Lake Park | Park Map | Registered participants will be sent exact meeting location details.

EVENT PARTNERS: Iowa Natural Heritage Foundation, Conservation Corps Minnesota & Iowa, Legacy Trails

CONTACT: ConservationVolunteers@polkcountyiowa.gov

Polk County Conservation strives to host inclusive, accessible events and meetings that enable all individuals to participate. If you anticipate needing a modification due to a disability or have questions about accessibility, please contact us at 515-323-5300 or pccb_info@polkcountyiowa.gov.