This week’s news about mass layoffs at the U.S. Forest Service is devastating. These are people who have dedicated their careers to stewarding our public lands, and our hearts go out to those affected. Their work has always been essential—and it still is.
As federal resources shrink, the role of volunteer organizations like Northwoods Volunteer Connection becomes even more critical. Trails don’t maintain themselves, and the need for stewardship isn’t going away. Every log cleared, every bridge repaired, every trail restored is a testament to the power of people coming together to care for the places we love.
If you share our commitment to preserving and protecting public lands, we ask for your support. Whether through volunteering your time or making a donation, your contribution makes a direct impact on the Superior National Forest and beyond. Now, more than ever, the forest needs all of us.

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