National Get Outdoors Day focuses on a single day when people are inspired and motivated to get outdoors – with federal, state and local agencies, key enthusiast organizations and recreation businesses making the outdoor experience fun.

The first National Get Outdoors Day will be on June 14, 2008 and will emphasize reaching new and first time visitors to public lands.

By offering diverse activities and opportunities, this national effort will broaden appreciation for and interest in the great outdoors – and awareness of its benefits. Plans are for the day to continue on the second Saturday of each subsequent June.