Spring in Memphis brings warmer days, blooming trees, and that familiar feeling of possibility. As the season shifts, it’s also a great time to reset routines, get outside, and reconnect with the city we love. One of the best ways to do that? Volunteering.

March offers meaningful ways to serve alongside your neighbors while supporting local
nonprofits doing essential work year-round. If you’re ready to kick off spring with purpose, here
are seven volunteer opportunities to get you started. 

Outdoors and fitness festival alert! 

The three-day outdoors- and fitness-oriented fest is back for a second year in downtown Memphis this weekend, November 4-6. Hosted by Discover Memphis Naturally, they’re calling it “3 days of revelry by the river” and I think it’s a fabulous idea!

Ready to take your fitness routine outdoors?

Whether you're near the riverfront, in the heart of Midtown, or anywhere in between, Memphis has a variety of outdoor workout and yoga classes to fit your style. From free sessions to those with a small fee, there’s something for everyone! Grab your mat, lace up your sneakers, and find the perfect spot to sweat it out in Memphis! Keep reading for a list of the best outdoor classes by location.

Ed. Note: Here's a guest blog from historic preservationist Kelsey Lamkin, who took a day trip on the Rosemark-Kerrville Heritage Loop. 

Like most of you, I stuck close to home this past year. I’ve walked every street and explored every alley in my neighborhood, wearing down the sidewalks along with my neighbors hoping to flatten the curve. And now that more people are vaccinated, myself included, I am more than ready to expand my travel radius and venture a little farther from home!

The best way to learn about local non-profits.

This Friday, April 23rd you can make a difference from a distance through Volunteer Odyssey's Virtual Volunteer Day.

Looking for ways to work out in Memphis without breaking the bank? Here are 10 easy, inexpensive ways to exercise, workout, get moving, and enjoy the outdoors in Memphis this year

Whether you're big on New Year's resolutions, interested in working out, trying to brag on your Instagram, or even if you totally reject the fitness industrial complex...you can find something that sparks your interest in this post!

You've seen everything on Netflix and scrolling through Instagram gets old fast. If you're as sick of staying inside as I am, grab your sunscreen and a water bottle and hit the great outdoors. 

Here are thirteen things to do to outside in Memphis:

Shelby Farms Park is one of Memphis’ greatest treasures, and a truly stunning outdoor amenity. At 4,500 acres, it covers an area roughly five times the size of New York City’s Central Park.

It’s an outdoor lover’s paradise, offering everything from wildlife viewing on scenic trails to kayaking in tranquil lakes to exploring the woods on horseback. Here are 10 ways you can enjoy the outdoors at Shelby Farms Park.