National Public Lands Day

On Saturday, September 27, we will be hosting volunteer activities and ranger-led activities in honor of public lands. This year, we will focus on two main types of projects: trail work and preparing for Valles Caldera Fall Fiesta 2025.

Visit the Volunteer.gov opportunity page to sign up today: https://www.volunteer.gov/s/volunteer-opportunity/a09SJ00000FCYQIYA5/2025-national-public-lands-day-at-valles-caldera.

Things to Know
1. We will meet at the Welcome Station at 9 am for check-in and safety briefings.
2. We will divide up into the two volunteer opportunities based on interest, number of participants, and physical fitness.
3. Plan to work on the volunteer project all morning.
4. Protective equipment will be provided, but if you prefer your own work gloves, grabbers, eye protection, etc. feel free to bring your own.
5. Bring water, sunscreen, snacks, and layers of clothing.
6. Lunch will be provided by Los Amigos de Valles Caldera.
7. Completion of the volunteer work will earn you a one-day fee-free pass to any public land.

You may also like the following events from Valles Caldera National Preserve:

• This Thursday, 14th August, 11:00 am, Daily Ranger Program in Jemez Springs
• Next Saturday, 23rd August, 08:30 am, Early Bird Birding Tour in Jemez Springs
• Next Saturday, 23rd August, 02:00 pm, Cloud Painting with Watercolors in Jemez Springs

Also check out other Trips & Adventurous Activities in Jemez Springs.