As part of the celebration of the year-long 2011 International Year of Forests, May 21 has been proclaimed National Walk in the Woods Day. No matter where you live, you don't have to go far to experience trees and forests.
Whether it's a city or state park, a private woodland, a national park, or your own backyard, take a walk in the woods- or better yet- take a child by the hand and explore together the wonders waiting for you in America's forests. Invite family, neighbors, elected officials, or other members of your community to join you for a walk in your local woods, and be sure to include children by inviting your after-school programs or youth activity groups.
Designated by the United Nations General Assembly, 2011 International Year of Forests is designed to raise awareness of sustainable forest management and forest conservation.
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