Clemson University Forest

Category: Trails

Why do I volunteer? The task of being connected

March 6, 2026

By Dr. Daniel Hanks Tired. Dirty. Thirsty. Hungry… Proud. Satisfied. Happy. Connected. Over the past several years, volunteering in the Clemson University Forest has become something deeper than an activity or a commitment—it has become part of the rhythm of my life. What began as time spent helping with trails gradually turned into a broader […]