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Sgt. York Monthly Volunteer Day - August 2026

Volunteering
Sat, Aug 08, 2026

Event Details

This is a monthly volunteer opportunity, that occurs on the first Saturday of every month (barring events or unforeseen circumstances), intended to assist park staff with park projects and tasks. Parks projects and task can include: invasive plant removal, trail work, trash clean-up, storm/weather debris clean-up, gardening. Projects or task vary and will be conducted according to need.

If you need to complete community service or volunteer service hours to fulfill a requirement for scholarships, graduation, fraternity/sorority obligations, etc., let us know. If you just want to come out and help us, we would be happy to have you join us.

Volunteers should plan on meeting Ranger Brian Miller at the visitor center at 10:00am CT. Ranger Miller will brief all volunteers on the location in the park where the work will take place and the project/task to be done. Please bring bottled water with you and wear appropriate footwear/attire for the weather. If you have any questions about this volunteer work day, please contact Ranger Miller at Richard.Miller@tn.gov or 931-272-4777.

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With a unique blend of historical significance and outdoor recreation, Sgt. Alvin C. York State Historic Park preserves the legacy of one of World War I's most decorated soldiers. Spanning 347 acres, the park offers a glimpse into York's life and the part of rural Tennessee that he called home. Visitors can explore the York Farm, York Gristmill, and a World War I trench re-creation, immersing themselves in history and the natural beauty of the Wolf River Valley.

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