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Public land in the Cumberland region includes Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area, seen here from the Yahoo Falls Trail Overlook. Yaeger Rich via National Park Service

Celebrate our common natural and national heritage this weekend

ONEIDA — Get outdoors and take part in the celebration of National Public Lands Day with Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area on Sept.27.  All  backcountry camping permits are half off for this date.

Elsewhere, Great Smoky Mountains National Park offers several volunteer opportunities and is suspending fees for the day. A Leave-No-Trace popup educational exhibit is planned for 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Sugarlands Visitor Center.

Enjoy a night under the stars in the backcountry of Big South Fork NRRA by obtaining a backcountry camping permit in person at one of our contact stations or online. These permits are good for a stay of up to 14  days.  

National Public Lands Day is the nation’s largest, single-day volunteer event in which federal  agencies as well as other groups partner together to maintain and care for the environment.

Share your experience on social media with the hashtag #NPSVolunteer, #FindYourPark and #NPLD.