Volunteers needed for National Public Lands Day event at Sand Mountain on September 28
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CARSON CITY, Nev. - The Bureau of Land Management, Carson City District, Stillwater Field Office, will host a National Public Lands Day (NPLD) event on Saturday, September 28, 2019, to assist with improvements at Sand Mountain camping area.
About Sand Mountain Recreation Area: The 4,795 acre Sand Mountain Recreation Area is a designated OHV fee site located in the high desert of west central Nevada twenty-five miles south east of Fallon on U.S. 50 in Churchill County. Created by the migration and deposition of windblown sand as it is stopped by the rising Stillwater Mountains bordering to the north, east and west, the most dominant feature of the dune system is Sand Mountain which is approximately 3.5 miles long, 1 mile wide and 600 feet in height, making it the largest single dune in the Great Basin. The recreation area also includes the Sand Springs Pony Express Station historical site (1860) and the Sand Springs Desert Study Area.
When: Saturday, September 28, 2019
Time: 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Where: Sand Mountain Recreation Area located 25 miles south east of Fallon, Nevada
What: Volunteers will assist with constructing the youth learners loops so new riders and youth 18 and under will have a safe place to ride. In addition, clearing rock from the camping area to improve the camping experience. The removed rock will then be used in the construction of the learner’s loops!
Directions: Head east on US-50 from Fallon, NV. Travel approximately 25 miles. Turn left onto Sand Mountain Road.
Bring sun protection (hat, sunscreen, sunglasses), gloves, sturdy boots, and dress in layers because rain or shine we will be working hard and having fun! Water and snacks, along with a NPLD T-shirt will be provided.
This is one of many events that will be held around the country as part of the 26th annual NPLD. NPLD is the nation’s largest hands-on volunteer effort to improve and enhance the public lands we all enjoy.
For more information contact Paul Amar at 775-885-6008, pamar@blm.gov or to https://www.facebook.com/events/579412759260468/.
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.