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Fee-Free Day: National Public Lands Day

The Forest Service waives recreation fees at most day-use sites on lands managed by the agency. Participation by concession-operated sites may vary. 
Times: All Day
Dates: September 26, 2026
Contact information: (573) 364-4621
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Fee-Free Day: National Public Lands Day

On designated days, the Forest Service waives recreation fees at most day-use sites on lands managed by the agency. Participation by…
Times: All Day
Dates: September 26, 2026
Contact information: (906) 428-5800
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National Public Land Day Native Seed Collection

Join staff from the Hiawatha National Forest to collect native seeds for restoration planting. Saturday, September 26 from 9 a.m. to noon. Meet at…
Times: 9:00am - 1:00pm
Dates: September 26, 2026
Contact information: Chelsey Attebery , chelsea.attebery@usda.gov , (906) 387-2512
Volunteers removing graffiti off of rock surfaces

National Public Lands Day

Event Location:
Shawnee National Forest
Garden of the Gods Road
Herod, IL 62947
Join the Shawnee National Forest for a morning of stewardship at our beloved Garden of the Gods Wilderness. We are partnering with River to River…
Times: 9:30am - 12:30pm
Dates: September 26, 2026
Contact information: Alyssa Macuiba, alyssa.macuiba@usda.gov , 618-658-1325
trash blast flyer with details

Trash Blast | Bean Ridge

Shawnee National Forest Service, Friends of the Shawnee, and the Illinois Extension will be partnering to host our annual Fall Trash Blasts! They…
Times: 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Dates: October 2, 2026
Contact information: Illinois Extension, cupquake@illinois.edu , 217-333-5900
Reconstruction of the D Trail. – Belle the mule

Morning with the Mules

Event Location:
6464 Hardin Ridge Road
Heltonville, IN
Meet the Hoosier National Forest’s Mule team! We are the only National Forest east of the Mississippi River to have a stock program. Learn how…
Times: 10:00am - 11:30am
Dates: October 3, 2026
Contact information: 812-275-5987
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Fall Hike for Your Health

Enjoy the beauty of fall on this 4-mile moderate trail! This fall hike is a holistic activity that supports physical fitness, mental well-being, and…
Times: 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Dates: October 10, 2026
Contact information: 812-275-5987
a barn own looks around

Fall Party

Event Location:
6464 Hardin Ridge Rd
Heltonville, IN
Join us for a fun Fall Party! There will be costume judging, pumpkin carving, meet and greet with Raptor’s Rise Rehabilitation Center (live birds),…
Times: 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Dates: October 17, 2026
Contact information: 812-275-5987
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Fee-Free Day: Theodore Roosevelt's Birthday

On designated days, the Forest Service waives recreation fees at most day-use sites on lands managed by the agency. Participation by…
Times: All Day
Dates: October 27, 2026
Contact information: (906) 428- 5800
approach steps to Rickenbaugh House

Rickenbaugh Open House

Event Location:
20230 Indian Lake Access Rd
St. Croix, IN
Self guided tours of this historic home.Location:  Within the Indian-Celina Lakes Recreation Area, 20230 Indian Lake Access Road, St. Croix, IN.…
Times: 11:00am - 4:00pm
Dates: October 31, 2026
Contact information: 812-547-7051
trash blast flyer with details

Trash Blast | Iron Furnace (Forest Service Road 1901)

Shawnee National Forest, Friends of the Shawnee, and the Illinois Extension will be partnering to host our annual fall Trash Blasts! They will happen…
Times: 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Dates: November 6, 2026
Contact information: Illinois Extension, cupquake@illinois.edu , 217-333-5900
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Fee-Free Day: Veteran’s Day

The Forest Service waives recreation fees at most day-use sites on lands managed by the agency. Participation by concession-operated sites may vary. 
Times: All Day
Dates: November 11, 2026
Contact information: (573) 364-4621
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Fee-Free Day: Veterans Day

On designated days, the Forest Service waives recreation fees at most day-use sites on lands managed by the agency. Participation by…
Times: All Day
Dates: November 11, 2026
Contact information: (906) 428-5800
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