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BLM and partners host two National Public Lands Day events near Cody

Wyoming
Wind River/Bighorn Basin DO
Cody FO
Event Coordinator
Rick Tryder
Sarah Beckwith
Event Dates
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Event Description

CODY, Wyo. — The Bureau of Land Management Cody Field Office, Absaroka Fence Initiative and Northwest Wyoming OHV Alliance will host two National Public Lands Day opportunities in September.

Saturday, September 7: Red Lake Cleanup. The BLM and Northwest Wyoming OHV Alliance invite you for a cleanup of the Red Lake area south of Cody. Volunteers should meet at 9 a.m. by the kiosk along Skyline Drive. Lunch will be provided.

Friday, September 13, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.: YU Bench Fence Modification. The BLM and Absaroka Fence Initiative will host a volunteer project on the YU Bench, southeast of Cody, to make a stretch of fence more wildlife friendly. Sign up to receive the details. Bring fence pliers and wire cutters if you have them.

For both projects, wear good work shoes or boots, long sleeves and eye protection. Bring water, snacks and work gloves if you have them. Other tools and supplies will be provided. These projects are suitable for the whole family.

Volunteers will receive a voucher for a one-time free entrance to any national park or other federal fee area, as well as a t-shirt or hat. 

For more than 30 years, NPLD has grown into the largest volunteer event for the care and celebration of our public lands. In 2023, the BLM hosted 124 events with approximately 7,438 volunteers, contributing nearly 81,572 hours of service worth over $2.6 million back to BLM-managed public lands.

Learn more about our partners, Absaroka Fence Initiative and Northwest Wyoming OHV Alliance. For more information about these events, contact the BLM Cody Field Office at (307) 578-5900.

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The BLM manages more than 245 million acres of public land located primarily in 12 western states, including Alaska, on behalf of the American people. The BLM also administers 700 million acres of sub-surface mineral estate throughout the nation. Our mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of America’s public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.