South Cumberland State Park Split Savage Gulf State Park Created

Community engagement in conservation has reached new levels across the region. Local schools, scout troops, garden clubs, and civic organizations are increasingly involved in habitat restoration, trail maintenance, and environmental education programs.

Volunteer trail crews have completed significant improvements to several popular hiking routes in the region. New footbridges, improved drainage structures, and carefully placed stone steps help prevent erosion while improving the hiking experience. These volunteer-built improvements represent thousands of hours of dedicated labor.