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Join us for National Public Lands Day

Let’s show our lands some love together.

Join us as we celebrate National Public Lands Day. This fall, REI is donating $1 million to the Partnership for the National Trails System—and you can help shape where that support goes. Stop by to connect with local trail organizations, discover places to explore near you, and vote to turn the funds into action.

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REI is donating $1M to fund projects and partners supporting over 60,600 miles of trails! Use your vote to put your love for public lands into real, tangible action! Voting ends October 2nd.

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A Celebration of the Continental Divide Trail

Throughout September leading up to National Public Lands Day on September 26, CDTC is teaming up for trails, and to celebrate all pathways for sharing in our public lands. This month, join us in celebration of the CDT, the National Trails System, and the public lands where we recreate together. Public lands offer shared spaces for enjoyment and preserve the wild and natural places that give health and sustenance to our communities and are treasured throughout our nation.

The Continental Divide National Scenic Trail (CDT) is one of 11 National Scenic Trails, but one of countless pathways for people to enjoy outdoor spaces and our public lands. Celebrate with us at one of several REI store events! 

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Get involved this National Public Lands Day

Click any event in the schedule below for more information or to register for the clean-up day!

Saturday, Sept. 26 | CO - Public Lands Day Cleanup | Gold Hill Trailhead
Get involved in local public land stewardship and meet Team CDTC!
CDTC is partnering with REI to host this community stewardship event at Gold Hill Trailhead near Breckenridge, CO. Get ready to help protect our beautiful public lands by performing some trail maintenance along the CDT.
  • Light trail maintenance and tread work to improve drainage, move rocks, and more.
  • Interactive CDTC and REI booths at the trailhead to learn more and win prizes! 
LEARN MORE AND REGISTER HERE
Saturday, Sept. 26 | CO - Celebrate Public Lands Day | REI Co-op in Dillon
12 pm – 4pm: Join us in celebrating National Public Lands Day and the trails, parks, and wild places that connect us all.
Join the REI Dillon store, CDTC, the Partnership for the National Trail System, local community partners, and outdoor brands as we celebrate National Public Lands Day! Meet the people who help protect and maintain our public lands and trails, learn about volunteer opportunities, and discover ways to get involved in stewardship efforts throughout your community.
  • Labor of Love film showing, celebrating the passion, dedication, and impact of trail stewardship.
  • Q&A and conversation about protecting and maintaining our public lands.
  • Arrive early for your chance to win some outdoor gear!  Seating is first-come, first-served.
Connect with community partners, gain new skills, and find inspiration to turn your passion for the outdoors into action. National trails are pathways to shared spaces and community connection. Together, we can help protect these special places for generations to come.
Location: REI Dillon
Address: 306 Dillon Ridge Rd, Dillon, CO 80435 
Saturday, Sept. 26 | MT - Celebrate Public Lands with REI & PNTS I Missoula REI Co-op
12 pm – 4 pm: Join us for our upcoming National Public Lands Day celebration at REI! 

CDTC will be on hand with the MT Fish, Wildlife & Parks furbearer trunk! Join us for information, activities, cool SWAG, and sweet giveaways! Stop by to learn about local organizations doing important work outdoors and discover opportunities to get involved!

Location: REI Missoula
Address: 3275 N Reserve St K-2, Missoula, MT 59808