4/12/2025 | Sam A. Baker State Park | Patterson, MO
Sam A. Baker State Park is one of the most beautiful parks in the state, and we could use your help in getting it ready for the upcoming visitation season. The Missouri Department of Natural Resources and Sam A. Baker State Park are proud to present the 32nd annual Keep Baker Beautiful Day, to be held on Saturday, April 12, from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
This special event not only commemorates Earth Day but also always the public to enjoy the outdoors and help beautify the park. There will be assignments for all ages. Mulching, gardening and litter patrol are just a few of the projects planned for the day. All are welcome! We will match all service projects to age and ability of the volunteers, and a crew leader from the park will lead each group through its assigned service. A free picnic lunch will be provided.
Participants are encouraged to bring drinking water and a pair of work gloves, wear closed-toed shoes, and dress for the weather. Volunteers should meet at Shelter #1 around 8:30 a.m. to get project assignments. This event is subject to cancellation due to severe weather, but a little rain has never stopped us in the past. Call 573-856-4514 or 573-856-4411 to find out if the event is still on.
Registration is required and must be completed by April 8. To register, or for more information, contact the park naturalist at 573-856-4514.
This free event is sponsored by the Missouri Department of Natural Resources and supported by the Parks, Soils and Water Sales Tax.
Sam A. Baker State Park is located on Highway 143, about 4 miles north of Patterson.
Event time: 8:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
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