BLM to Remove Graffiti in Dry Fork
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VERNAL, Utah – On May 29, the BLM Vernal Field Office, will conduct a graffiti removal project near the Flume Trail. On April 30, the BLM received multiple reports from members of the public concerning graffiti at the first trailhead for the popular Flume trail in Dry Fork Canyon. One or more unknown persons used spray cans to paint on multiple boulders and rocks. The Flume Trail is located in Dry Fork Canyon, approximately 12.5 miles northwest of Vernal, Utah.
"We are always hopeful that users of public lands can appreciate and be respectful of the natural resources that we all enjoy,” said Green River District Manager, Gary Torres. “We encourage all visitors to public lands to leave them clean and litter free for the next visitor."
The BLM asks visitors to be good land stewards, and to keep America's public lands clean, beautiful and healthy by engaging in responsible recreation practices, and "Leave No Trace" (LNT) Ethics. The seven LNT principles include:
- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel and Camp on Durable Surfaces
- Dispose of Waste Property
- Leave What You Find
- Minimize Campfire Impacts
- Respect Wildlife
- Be Considerate of Other Visitors
Vandalism of public lands and natural resources is illegal under federal law, and the potential penalties for someone who is convicted of class A misdemeanor vandalism include a fine of up to $100,000, or up to one year in jail. If anyone has information regarding this incident, please contact the Utah BLM Tip Line at 800-722-3998.
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.