Find all events | Submit your event

Last year, for National Public Lands Day, 120,000 volunteers worked at more than 1,800 different locations in every state. This year, Juneau's efforts will include work on the Dredge Lake Trail from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 19.
National Public Lands Day 091309 NEIGHBORS 7 For the Juneau Empire Last year, for National Public Lands Day, 120,000 volunteers worked at more than 1,800 different locations in every state. This year, Juneau's efforts will include work on the Dredge Lake Trail from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 19.
Home > Neighbors > National Public Lands Day

Courtesy Of Lawrence Place

Dredge Lake is seen about two weeks ago from the Dredge Lake Trail.


Courtesy Of Lawrence Place

The Dredge Lake Trail is seen about two weeks ago.

Click Thumbnails to View
Sunday, September 13, 2009

Story last updated at 9/12/2009 - 11:56 pm

National Public Lands Day
SAGA to coordinate with U.S. Forest Service to work on Dredge Lake Trail on Saturday

By Lawrence Place | For the Juneau Empire

Last year, for National Public Lands Day, 120,000 volunteers worked at more than 1,800 different locations in every state. This year, Juneau's efforts will include work on the Dredge Lake Trail from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 19.

SAGA will coordinate with the U.S. Forest Service to lay down gravel and clear brush on this trail. Breakfast and lunch provided for all volunteers. Those who would like to volunteer can contact Lawrence Place at place@servealaska.org.

National Public Lands Day began in 1994 to continue the spirit of the Civilian Conservation Corps, the "tree army" that worked from 1933 to 1942. This annual day of service was created to build partnerships between the public sector and the local community because of their mutual interests in the enhancement and restoration of our public lands. It will also educate Americans about critical issues dealing with the environment and its natural resources.

In 2008, National Public Lands Day removed trash and planted over 1.6 million trees in commemoration of the Civilian Conservation Corps. This year, the general theme is clean waterways. Rob Hampton, the NPLD Director, said: "Beaches, lakes, wetlands, and rivers make up some of America's most beloved spaces. National Public Lands Day gives Americans of all ages the chance to help improve these areas while spending a day outdoors with their friends or family."

The Dredge Lake Trail is located beside the National Forest Service Building on Dredge Lake Road. SAGA Director Joe Parrish said: "The Dredge Lake area is full of history and is very important to Juneauites. These lakes were built by miners many years ago and have now become one of the most enjoyable and pet friendly recreation areas in Juneau."

This project will include laying gravel on the one-mile long trail and clearing away any debris. This is a much needed project that will make this trail much more useable for hiking, cross country skiing, snowshoeing and other activities.

For more information, visit www.publiclandsday.org, or check us out on Facebook.