The vision for Friends of Puskus
Friends of Puskus exists to take care of the Holly Springs National Forest.
Community-Led Conservation
Community Stewardship in the Holly Springs National Forest
Friends of Puskus organizes volunteer events, maintains trails, and builds outdoor recreation opportunities to help our communities become more invested in the care and protection of this shared resource.
Creating Community Stewardship
We organize volunteer activities and develop trails to foster greater community investment in the care and protection of Holly Springs National Forest.
Events & Volunteering
Join us for clean-ups, trail maintenance, building projects and community gatherings. All skill levels welcome!
Get InvolvedTrails
Explore existing trails and learn about our proposals for new paths to enhance access and enjoyment of the forest.
Learn MoreResources
Access maps and forest information to learn more about the Holly Springs National Forest.
Our ResourcesNews from the Forest
Stay updated about what is happening in the forest, as well as events and opportunities to get involved.
Yellow Leaf Trails
Yellow Leaf Loop is a backwoods hike into the clay hills of the Yellow Leaf Creek headwaters in the Holly Springs National Forest.
April Litter cleanup
The first ever Friends of Puskus litter cleanup will be Sunday, April 6th at 2 pm to 4 pm.