Join the Movement to Protect Public Lands
At Parks & Trails New York, we believe everyone has a role in caring for the state’s incredible parks, trails, and natural spaces. In partnership with the NYS Office of Parks Recreation & Historic Preservation and the Department of Environmental Conservation, Love Our New York Lands brings together volunteers, communities, and partners to protect and enhance millions of acres of public lands across the state. Through a series of hands-on volunteer events, education, and stewardship activities, Love Our New York Lands inspires people like you to get outside, give back, and help keep New York’s lands healthy and vibrant for generations to come.
I Love my park day
Each year, thousands of volunteers take to parks across New York for I Love My Park Day, a day dedicated to cleaning, beautifying, and restoring parks big and small.
canal clean sweep
Every April, volunteers from Buffalo to Albany pick up litter, remove debris, and improve trail access while celebrating the historic Erie Canal corridor.
What we accomplished in 2025
Adirondack & Catskill Day
This day of service supports the health of over 6.5 million acres of public land, ensuring these spaces remain accessible and well cared for.
wildlife day
Wildlife Day invites volunteers and nature lovers from across the state to take part in activities that support native species and their habitats, helping to safeguard biodiversity and encourage connection.
