DES MOINES, Iowa – As the weather gets nicer and the spring and summer months approach, many across Iowa will take advantage of the parks and trails around the state. A group of officials and advocates wants to make sure people can continue to do that.

March 20th is Celebrate Iowa’s Outdoors Day, and an event will be held at the Iowa State Capitol to give those in the community the opportunity to show support and enjoy the information and activities being presented.

A press conference is scheduled for 7:45 a.m. at the Capitol Rotunda highlighting the economic importance of Iowa’s natural environment. Event organizers say that two studies have found that billions of dollars in the state come from tourism connected to outdoor recreation and cycling.

A breakfast is scheduled after the press conference. Then, several events throughout the morning will highlight Iowa’s parks, trails, wildlife, soil, and water. One event will even explain how to score a deer.

The Celebrate Iowa’s Outdoors event is free and will take place from 7:45 a.m. until noon Thursday.