Sept. 28: Presentation in Wellton on cultural resource preservation laws and local archaeology
10234 Dome Street
Wellton, AZ 85356
United States
Event Description
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Yuma Field Office is announcing a presentation by BLM archaeologists focused on cultural resource preservation laws and local archeology. The presentation will take place at 9:00 a.m. on Sept. 28, 2024, at Butterfield Park, Wellton, Arizona. This event aims to educate the public on the importance of preserving cultural resources in the area and how these efforts align with BLM's multiple-use mission. There will be opportunities for attendees to ask questions and engage with BLM archaeologists regarding the topics discussed.
The presentation will include a comprehensive overview of cultural resource preservation laws, artifact identification, and the history of these artifacts within the desert landscape with an emphasis on off-highway vehicle (OHV) users. Attendees will gain insights into the methods used by BLM archeologists to protect these resources while ensuring that they are available for future generations.
Please contact the Bureau of Land Management Yuma Field Office for additional information at (928) 317-3200.
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.