Let's Move Outside! On National Public Lands Day
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As part of the Let's Move! campaign, First Lady Michelle Obama has launched the Let’s Move Outside! initiative to encourage youth and their families to participate in outdoor physical activities both on public lands and close to home.
The 18th annual National Public Lands Day is a perfect opportunity to come out and experience what our nation’s public lands have to offer! On Saturday, Sept. 24, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is hosting numerous National Public Lands Day events across the region. All ages and abilities can get involved helping to restore, beautify, and improve the wild lands and recreation areas we all benefit from and enjoy.
“Project leaders have done a great job planning for a variety of work, fun and environmental education activities,” said Ed Shepard, BLM State Director. “The BLM is committed to providing opportunities for Americans to connect or reconnect with our nation’s outdoors.”
All tools, safety equipment, and materials needed for the projects will be furnished by the BLM. In addition, volunteers who pitch-in at a National Public Lands Day project will receive a commemorative t-shirt and a “Fee-Free Coupon,” good for free admission to a federal site. The coupon can be used anytime during the following year at sites including those managed by the BLM, the National Park Service, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, U.S. Forest Service, and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
Volunteers range from Girl Scouts and senior citizens to corporate executives and Members of Congress -- they all have one thing in common: enjoyment and appreciation for our public lands.
Please note that some events may occur before or after September 24, due a conflict or another overlapping event. A complete listing of BLM events is attached.
In addition, volunteers are encouraged to visit www.publiclandsday.com or www.blm.gov/or for complete information on events planned near you.
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.