Join the BLM for National Trails Day to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the National Trails System Act
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by Jaime Tompkins
(Dillon, Mont.) – Please join the BLM-Dillon Field Office for National Trails Day. The BLM will be hosting volunteers to help enhance the Bear Trap National Recreation Trail, within the Bear Trap Canyon unit of the Lee Metcalf Wilderness. Work will include picking up litter, brushing and minor trail maintenance. The BLM will provide gloves, trash bags and pickers as well as hand tools to help perform the work. This year marks the 50th anniversary of the National Trails System Act, help us to celebrate it by giving back to the Bear Trap National Recreation Trail. Meet at the Bear Trap Trailhead by 9:00 on Saturday June 2nd, the event will last until 12:00. Please bring enough water and food for yourselves. Please wear long sleeves, pants and boots and be prepared for any weather.
For more information, please contact Chris McGrath at 406-682-4082, or contact the Dillon Field Office at 406-683-8000.
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.