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Monday, September 19, 2016 by Elizabeth Pagano
September is National Public Lands Day, which bills itself as the “nation’s largest, single-day volunteer effort for public lands including parks, trails, and green spaces.” This year, the event is hosted by the Austin Parks Foundation and Texas Conservation Corps. There are plenty of volunteer opportunities at APF’s website, so head on over to see what needs doing.
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