Canal Community Days
The C&O Canal National Historical Park follows the Potomac River for 184.5 miles between Georgetown, in the District of Columbia, and Cumberland in Western Maryland, and is one of the most visited national park sites in the country. The C&O Canal Trust is the park’s official nonprofit philanthropic partner, committed to supporting the National Park Service and local communities through fundraising initiatives, expanding accessibility, and broadening support through programs that highlight the park’s historical, natural, and cultural heritage.
Allegany County – August 29, 2026
Join us for summer volunteer projects in Cumberland! We will be cleaning up the park at mile 184.5 where the C&O meets the GAP. Help us make an impact in this important canal town and heavily visited summer location!
Anticipated Projects
- Trash removal
- Invasive vegetation removal
All ages are welcome at Canal Community Days events, but parents must remain on-site and responsible for their children the entire time. No drop-offs. Student Service Learning (SSL) hours are available; just bring your forms from school, and we’ll be happy to sign them.
Required Volunteer Forms:
Volunteer Service Agreement (VSA) and Media Release
- If you are registering your child under 18, a VSA form, along with instructions, will be emailed to you once your registration has been received. We will need these forms returned to us at least a week before the date of the event.
- Adults will sign a different form onsite.
Questions?
Please contact us at [email protected].
Thank You to Our 2026 Sponsors
Canal Explorer:
Canal Traveler:
LockKeeper:
AC&T
Patagonia
Tri-State Stone and Building Supply Inc.,
Photo credits: Paul Graunke and Trust Staff