On April 11th, The Landmark Project headed to Moab National Park for the annual Spring Spruce Up. Over the last three years, volunteers from across the country have come together to help preserve the park’s stunning landscapes. From trail cleanup to habitat restoration projects, Moab’s Spring Spruce Up is a chance to give back to the Moab community and trails that welcome thousands of visitors each year.

After volunteering at the 2024 Spruce Up and seeing all that the volunteers accomplished, The Landmark Project was excited to sponsor this year’s event. Led by the regional land trust, Utah Open Lands, our team completed multiple projects across the park.

Projects ranged from supporting native plant growth by spreading seeds and building protective rock barriers to scouting the area for hazards, such as DIY fire rings and dangerous trails created by visitors. We even spruced up an old pit toilet so it’s ready for a new season of hikers and campers.

If the Spring Spruce Up inspires you as much as it inspires us, we hope you’ll join us next year or find an event near you. There’s something deeply rewarding about giving back to the places you love. After all, the best way to enjoy a park is by being a part of it!

If you’re unsure how to get started, here are our favorite ways to find park events and volunteer opportunities nationwide.

Visit the National Park Service (NPS) Website 

The National Park Service website has multiple pages dedicated to volunteer opportunities. To get involved:

• Check the Events Calendar for events happening at national parks in all fifty states.

• Use the ' Find a Park ' page to search for opportunities at parks near you.

• Review dozens of long-term and short-term Special Volunteer Programs.

Search Volunteer.gov

Volunteer.gov is a centralized platform used by federal agencies, including the National Park Service, U.S. Forest Service, and Bureau of Land Management. You can search by state, city, and date for events in your area.

Follow Your Local Park’s Social Media 

Many national parks and forests have Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter accounts where they post about upcoming events. Following your favorite parks can give you first notice of:

• Clean-up days

• Upcoming trail maintenance or restoration

• National Public Lands Day activities

Most parks have a "Friends of" group or partner organization that plans events, raises funds, and hosts volunteer opportunities. These groups are one of the best ways to keep our national parks and landmarks beautiful for future generations. Some popular groups are:

• Friends of Acadia

• Grand Canyon Conservancy

• Yosemite Conservancy

We have been supporting our local Friends of the Reedy River conservation partners for many years. From donations to river clean up events, we love to get our boots on the ground with our team in the local community as well. On April 12th, lots of members from our crew helped remove over 8,000 pounds of litter from our waterways!