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George Washington Carver National Monument

Walking with George

When people ask me about visiting a national park, especially one of the historic sites, I usually recommend starting with the visitor center. But I will make an exception today. When you go to George Washington Carver National Monument in rural southwestern Missouri, start with the nature trail.

Great American Outdoors Act Funding To Preserve Historic Walls Of Carver Family Cemetery At George Washington Carver National Monument

Work is underway by the National Park Service (NPS) to repair, rehabilitate, and stabilize 400 linear feet of historic rock wall around the Carver Family Cemetery at George Washington Carver National Monument.

Celebrate National Public Lands Day In A Park Near You

On September 28, volunteers and outdoor lovers will spread out across the United States to celebrate National Public Lands Day in the places they love best. Celebrated every year since 1994, National Public Lands Day holds the honor of inspiring the most American volunteers for a single-day effort. According to the National Park Service, the day “celebrates the connection between people and green space in their community, inspires environmental stewardship, and encourages use of open space for education, recreation, and general health.”

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