Volunteers sought for National Public Lands Day event
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ROSWELL, N.M. – The Bureau of Land Management Roswell Field Office is seeking volunteers for its upcoming National Public Lands Day event on Sept. 28. In recognition of this annual observance, the BLM will be planting trees and painting the nature trail guardrail at Valley of Fires Recreation Area.
In concert with other events around the country, the BLM is encouraging the public to join BLM staff in making a difference for public land resources they use and value.
Those interested should meet at 9 a.m. at the Valley of Fires Visitor Center which is located approximately 4 miles west of Carrizozo, NM, via US Highway 380. It is recommended that volunteers wear a hat, long sleeves, good walking shoes and sun protection.
Fore more information, please contact Park Manager Jose Saenz at 575-648-2241 or jsaenz@blm.gov.
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.