(Denver) On Saturday, June 3, 2006, Denver Parks and Recreation volunteers from around the metro-area will gather to clean-up Weir Gulch Trail between Osceola and Street and East Alameda Avenue in west-central Denver as part of a national volunteer day that boosts over 1 million participants every year.

“Different than many National Trails Day events across the country, Denver is hosting this year’s event in an urban area in great need of attention,” commented Denver Parks and Recreation manager Kim Bailey. Volunteers will directly impact the condition and safety of Weir Gulch by removing graffiti, sprucing up two playgrounds and mulching trees.

Denver Parks and Recreation has participated in National Trails Day since it’s inception in 1993. It started with a few volunteers cleaning up areas of the Cherry Creek Trail to over 200 volunteers gathering annually to make a difference, build community and support efforts to enhance the quality of life in Denver.

This urban volunteer project will bring together all ages, backgrounds and people who truly care about their city, Denver Parks and Recreation and our community,” commented Councilwoman Rosemary Rodriguez. “Weir Gulch Trail is well utilized by our community, and offers a safe, fun place to recreate. This project will support efforts to keep it safe and fun for all users; and will support providing our community with the positive opportunities and clean, safe amenities that we deserve.”

Denver Parks and Recreation is still recruiting volunteers for National Trails Day. For more information, contact: Denver Parks and Recreation Volunteer Office at www.denvergov.org/dprvolunteers. Tools and supplies will be provided. Participating volunteers bring sunscreen, water bottles and gloves if you have them.

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