Keep Baker Beautiful Day
4/11/2026 | 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 33rd annual Keep Baker Beautiful Day, to be held on Saturday, April 11, from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
This event has always commemorated Earth Day, but this year is particularly special because we are celebrating the park's 100th anniversary! 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 service projects to volunteers based on age and ability, 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-toe shoes, and dress for the weather. Volunteers should meet at Shelter #1 around 8:30 a.m. to get project assignments. The 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 7. Contact the park naturalist at 573-856-4514 to register or for more information.
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.
Where and When:
- Meet at Shelter #1 at 8:30 a.m.
- Address: 580 State Highway 143, Patterson, Mo.
- GPS coordinates: 37.259250, -90.505400
- The event will go till 1 p.m.
Event Contact Information:
- To register or for more information: 573-856-4514
- Registration is required and must be completed by April 7.
- For event status updates: 573-856-4514 or 573-856-4411