In addition, Shanksville Boy Scout Troop #151 will be conducting a trash pick-up at the temporary memorial to prepare for the upcoming spring visitation. The group has annually assisted the park by picking up trash for the past five years. Their services are recognized by the National Boy Scouts of America organization.
On Thursday, April 23, 2009, beginning at 9 a.m. Flight 93 National Memorial staff and volunteers will observe Earth Day by removing and cleaning weathered tributes from the temporary Flight 93 Memorial fence for the tribute collection.
Did You Know?
The plans for the permanent Flight 93 National Memorial include 40 groves of trees to commemorate the lives of the 40 passengers and crew of Flight 93.