Aug7
First Friday Trash Blast
Help leave things better on the Shawnee. Tools, gloves, and bags provided.
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News & Events
Volunteer days, programs, fundraisers, and seasonal updates from across the forest. Looking for something to do? You’re in the right place.
Upcoming Events
Mark your calendar.
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Sep26
National Public Lands Day
Our biggest stewardship day of the year, with the River to River Trail Society and Shawnee Saunterers.
Volunteer for this eventOct17
Annual Member Dinner
An evening with fellow Friends — dinner, updates from the board, and plans for the year ahead.
Become a member to attendMar7
5th Annual Shawnee Plunge
Take the cold-water plunge to raise funds for the forest. Spectators (and hot cocoa) welcome.
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Volunteer day / event
Sample calendar — a live version can pull from your real event schedule.
News & Seasonal Updates
Project highlights & forest happenings.
1,964 Pounds Removed Near Iron Furnace
Volunteers and Shawnee National Forest staff cleared nearly a ton of trash along Forest Road 1901.
Read the story
Snake Road: What to Know This Season
The famous seasonal closure at LaRue-Pine Hills protects thousands of migrating snakes and amphibians.
Read the story
Summer 2025 Newsletter
Trail work updates, volunteer spotlights, and what’s ahead for fall — read the latest issue.
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