Celebrate National Trails Day in Palatine

In recognition of National Trails Day® (NTD), Palatine Park District and Palatine Public Library are hosting a community clean-up of the Palatine Trail on Saturday, June 6 from 9am to 11am. The event will be headquartered in the Palatine Public Library West Parking Lot located at 700 N. North Court, Palatine. Froggy, the rambunctious frog from books by Jonathan London, will present a story and song at 10:30am to wrap up the event.

Individuals and community groups are invited to volunteer to help clean up debris on the section of the Palatine Trail between the library and Smith Street. Volunteers should wear work gloves, comfortable closed-toed shoes, and long pants. Giveaways for the first 100 people, free raffle entries, water and snacks will be provided.

To join the Trail Clean Up, contact Joshua Ludolph at 847-496-6242 or jludolph@palatineparks.org.

American Hiking Society's National Trails Day® (NTD) is a celebration of America's magnificent Trail System, occurring annually on the first Saturday in June. NTD features a series of outdoor activities designed to promote and celebrate the importance of trails in the United States. Individuals, clubs and organizations from around the country host National Trails Day® events to share their love of trails with friends, family, and their communities.

The mission of Palatine Park District is to provide a variety of safe, enjoyable and affordable parks and recreation facilities and activities that will enhance the quality of life by promoting good health and well-being for all residents and visitors of the Palatine Park District.