National Public Lands Day - Bureau of Land Management 2010 Report

Bureau of Land Management volunteer in Barstow, Ca.

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National Public Lands Day Overview National Public Lands Day (NPLD) is the nation’s largest volunteer event focused on improving public lands. Each year, thousands of Americans come together on a Saturday in late September to volunteer their time to improve parks, recreation areas, trails and historic sites throughout the country. On September 25, 2010, over 2,080 public lands sites hosted events with an attendance of approximately 170,000 volunteers. Their efforts resulted in an estimated $15 million dollars in improvements to the public land areas Americans utilize every day for recreational and educational activities. Volunteers improved their public lands by removing 450 tons of trash; collecting 20,000 lbs of invasive plant species; building and maintaining 1,320 miles of trails and planting 100,000 trees, shrubs and other native plants, among other projects. This success is in part due to the unprecedented level of support received from the federal government. Along with eight federal agencies hosting volunteer events, the Environmental Protection Agency recognized NPLD as a day of service and invited staff to attend volunteer events across the country. Federal dignitaries including Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar, EPA Administrator Lisa Jackson and White House Council on Environmental Quality Chair Nancy Sutley spoke at signature sites. They acknowledged the importance of volunteerism, recreation and public lands to the health of individuals and communities. These same themes were included as part of the National Public Lands Day Presidential Proclamation. For the second year, President Obama wrote a proclamation stressing the need for Americans to “to give their time and energy to care for - and to go out and enjoy - our public lands.” The proclamation was distributed to sites and read across the country as part of the day’s opening ceremonies. Since NPLD’s inception in 1994, the Bureau of Land Management has been an important federal partner and champion of the program. Starting with two sites in 1994, participation within the Bureau of Land Management has grown each year. This year, 230 Bureau of Land Management sites hosted NPLD events. The Bureau of Land Management supports the efforts on the ground by distributing materials and shirts to all participating sites, producing press releases and promoting the yearly educational themes. With the support of the Bureau of Land Management, NPLD has been able to grow into a preeminent public land volunteer event.

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Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar planting marsh grasses at Big Branch

Marsh National Wildlife Refuge

National Public Lands Day 2010 Accomplishments

National Public Lands Day Growth 2010 had the highest participation of sites and volunteers in the history of the program. An estimated 170,000 people volunteered at 2,086 sites. NPLD sites were located in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and Guam. At these sites, over 2,800 different projects were completed. NPLD resulted in an estimated $15 million of improvements to public lands. Signature Sites Seven public lands were chosen to be “signature sites.” They featured dignitaries, guest speakers, special volunteer activities and ceremonies. The signature sites attracted media attention and served as models for other public lands and volunteers. The seven signature sites were:

Big Branch Marsh National Wildlife Refuge, Louisiana

Kenilworth Park and Aquatic Gardens, Washington, D.C.

Barton Creek Greenbelt, Austin, Texas

Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie, Wilmington, Illinois

Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historic Site, Atlanta, Georgia

Fort Washington Park, New York, New York

Rocky Mountain National Park, Estes Park, Colorado At Big Branch Marsh National Wildlife Refuge, Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar joined volunteers helping to restore threatened marshes along the Gulf Coast. He spoke to the crowd of volunteers about the importance of the Gulf Coast region and the need for continued restoration work in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina and the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. After Secretary Salazar planted marsh grasses with volunteers, he joined Robb Hampton, director of National Public Lands Day, to tour areas within the refuge. EPA Administrator Lisa Jackson and White House Council on Environmental Quality Chair Nancy Sutley, were among those who spoke at Kenilworth Park and Aquatic Gardens. Lisa Jackson and several enthusiastic Girl Scouts announced the official start of NPLD with a reading of the 2010 Presidential Proclamation. After the opening ceremonies, Lisa Jackson, Nancy Sutley and other dignitaries joined Diane Wood, president of the National

Environmental Education Foundation, to plant trees in honor of the 17th annual National Public Lands Day. Over 200 volunteers prepared Kenilworth Park and Aquatic Gardens for the winter months by removing dead plants, clearing trails, planting trees, mulching and raking. The largest National Public Lands Day signature site event occurred at Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historic Site in Atlanta, Ga. Over 300 volunteers helped to restore the historic buildings that were important in shaping the life of Dr. King. During the opening ceremonies, the volunteers were greeted by guest speakers including Stan Meiburg, EPA Region 4 deputy director, and Greening Youth Foundation executive director, Angelou Ezeilo.

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Volunteers clearing a trail at Kenilworth

Park and Aquatic Gardens

Volunteers assisting the Delaware Center for Horticulture at Stapler Park

Partnerships National Public Lands Day’s continued growth is due to the program’s ability to form new partnerships with governments, nonprofits and businesses while strengthening relationships with existing partners. The program’s oldest and strongest relationships continue to be with the federal government. In 2010, eight federal agencies, including the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Bureau of Land Management, Bureau of Reclamation, Department of Defense, Environmental Protection Agency, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, National Park Service and the USDA Forest Service accounted for over 40% of all NPLD sites. The Environmental Protection Agency designated it as an optional day of voluntary service for employees. Along with hosting volunteer events, federal agencies advertised NPLD and continued the fee-free coupon distribution program. Everyone who volunteered on federal land during NPLD received a fee-free coupon to return to a federal public land at no cost for one day during the next year. The fee-free coupons are one of the most popular features of NPLD. They are consistently requested by land managers for their volunteers. The fee-free program is so successful that the National Park System declared National Public Lands Day a fee-free day for all visitors.

National Public Lands Day reached out to state, regional and local governments to encourage them to host volunteer events. Kentucky, Tennessee and Pennsylvania signed memorandums of mutual support with NPLD that resulted in over 50 state parks hosting volunteer events within the three states. Overall, 32 state agencies and almost 100 local and regional government agencies hosted events in 2010. Although all NPLD events occur on public lands, not all are hosted by the public land managers. Some are planned and implemented by local nonprofits and “friends groups” affiliated with public lands. 184 nonprofits and friends groups hosted National Public Lands Day events in 2010. They ranged from small friends groups with no staff and minimal funding to large state and regional nonprofits such as Stop Oregon Litter and Vandalism (SOLV) and the San Diego River Parks Foundation.

National Public Lands Day continues to have strong and fruitful partnerships with the Girl Scouts of America and the Boy Scouts of the USA. In 2010, 333 scout troops participated in volunteer projects. Every scout that attended an NPLD volunteer event was given a special certificate recognizing their contribution to the community. Girl Scouts were also eligible to earn a Get with the Land patch.

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EPA Administrator Lisa Jackson and local Girl Scouts read the NPLD Presidential Proclamation at Kenilworth Park and Aquatic Gardens

Two nonprofit partners of special significance were World Water Monitoring Day and KaBoom! They provided free materials, educational content and resources to site managers. World Water Monitoring Day donated over 100 water quality test kits to site managers. Many of the sites that received the kits had scout troops or children participating in NPLD. They were able to add a fun, educational component to the day’s events. Similarly, site managers that registered with KaBoom! were eligible for Play Day grants to improve the quality and infrastructure of public playgrounds. Presidential Proclamation For the second year in a row, National Public Lands Day received a Presidential Proclamation from President Barack Obama. He declared September 25, 2010 as a national day of service for public lands. Site managers were encouraged to read the proclamation at the beginning of volunteer activities.

Several site managers commented that the reading of the Presidential Proclamation was a highlight of the day and an inspiration to volunteers. “Taking care of our public lands is and must continue to be a proud American tradition.” - President Barack Obama Gubernatorial and Mayoral Proclamations National Public Lands Day received 38 gubernatorial proclamations and two mayoral proclamations including:

Alabama

Arizona

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Connecticut

Florida

Georgia

Illinois

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Louisiana

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Tennessee

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Orlando, Florida

Louisville, Kentucky

National Public Lands Day in the News The National Environmental Education Foundation facilitated the production of PSAs, news clips and TV, radio and online coverage. A Google news search after NPLD found 10 pages of stories, including articles by The Washington Post, The Chicago Sun-Times, San Diego Tribune, The Miami Herald and Huffington Post. Broadcast news segments on NPLD aired in several major media markets, including Los Angeles, Philadelphia and Houston. A survey conducted by Video Monitoring Service found 170 television news segments about NPLD, ranging from interviews with

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volunteers in Alaska to stories featuring National Public Lands Day director Robb Hampton with Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar on the Gulf Coast. Philippe Cousteau, co-founder of EarthEcho and board member of the National Environmental Education Foundation, filmed two public service announcements for NPLD. The one-minute version was watched by thousands on YouTube, while a number of television stations aired the 30-second spot. Cousteau also recorded a 30-second audio public service announcement. In an effort to reach the urban demographic of South Florida, Manuel Diaz, former mayor of Miami, recorded two audio public service announcements, one in each English and Spanish. Manuel is a new National Environmental Education Foundation board member and he supported National Public Lands Day efforts to reach new volunteers in Spanish-speaking communities. The usage of social media as a marketing tool was greatly expanded in 2010. National Public Lands Day utilized Facebook, Twitter, Flickr, Gowalla and YouTube to provide up-to-date news, photos, videos, press releases and site information. One Twitter message was “re-tweeted” more than 40,000 times. The use of social media expanded NPLD’s reach to new audiences and kept the program connected to volunteers throughout the year. Grants In early 2010, the Public Lands Program distributed ten Capacity Building Grants of $1,000 each to public land “friends groups.” The Capacity Building Grants were designed to strengthen the organizational effectiveness of community-based nonprofits. The Louisville Olmsted Parks Conservancy, the Nevada Outdoor School, Wissahickon Restoration Volunteers and the Continental Trail Divide Alliance were just a few of the organizations awarded Capacity Building Grants. Sponsors For 12 years, Toyota has been the national corporate sponsor of National Public Lands Day. They support the daily activities of National Public Lands Day as well as the Every Day Grants program. Toyota encourages employee participation in National Public Lands Day through employee sponsored volunteer events at public lands near Toyota facilities. This National Public Lands Day, more than 3,500 Toyota employees volunteered at 41 public land sites in 18 states and Puerto Rico. Northrup Grumman Corporation is a continuing sponsor of National Public Lands Day. Employees are invited to attend NPLD events across the country and improve the quality of public lands.

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BLM volunteer in Barstow,

California

The Bureau of Land Management and National Public Lands Day Bureau of Land Management Site Growth In 2010, the number of Bureau of Land Management sites participating in NPLD increased by 20% from the previous year to a total of 230 sites and approximately 13,000 volunteers. This is the third consecutive year of growth for the Bureau of Land Management with participation increasing by over 54% since 2007. With reliable site growth and communications support the Bureau of Land Management has consistently demonstrated why it is one of the principle partners of NPLD. The scope and diversity of the volunteer projects performed on NPLD has also increased. Interesting Bureau of Land Management service projects included:

The construction of one mile of equestrian trail in Gunnison Gorge National Conservation Area;

A tree-planting and trail clean-up at Challis Bridge Day Use Area followed by Take It Outside! educational programming;

Marking rangeland fences to prevent human-wildlife conflicts and injury to sage grouse;

The Carson River Cleanup with an attendance of over 150 volunteers to remove trash from the watershed;

Clearing an illegal dump site near the entrance to the Prehistoric Trackways National Monument;

The building of 2,200 feet of buck-and-rail fencing around sensitive dune habitat within the Black Rock Desert-High Rock Canyon Emigrant Trails National Conservation Area;

The revitalization of a degraded campsite with new picnic tables and fire rings;

A long-term project for high school students to plant 960 willow tree saplings;

Landscape restoration around the Campbell Creek Science Center;

Trash and debris collection by kayak along the three mile shoreline of the Gila River;

A partnership with the US Forest Service to remove fire rings from the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument;

The stabilization of a historic stone corral and livestock loading ramp;

The removal of man-made dams that prevented the movement of cutthroat trout;

Cave tours and preparing the Fort Stanton-Snowy River Cave National Conservation Area for the Fort Stanton Cave Study Project Expedition;

Four volunteer events to clear trail, mark boundaries and plant trees so hikers and off-road vehicles can both enjoy the public land;

Water drainage improvement work within the Cucharas Canyon Recreation Area;

The fifth annual clean-up of the St. Anthony Sand Dunes by over 450 Brigham Young University – Idaho students and faculty;

The removal of 2,650 feet of barbed- and woven-wire fence, the construction of two hitching posts and the revitalization of stock fences and bridges; and

A four day camping trip down the Colorado River where 40 volunteers removed invasive species.

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BLM volunteers at the Dos Palmas Area of Critical Environmental Concern

Comments from Bureau of Land Management Site Managers At one point one of the boys looked up at the clear blue sky and then looked around at the rugged beauty of Lamoille Canyon and said, "Wow, this may be community service, but that doesn't mean we can't enjoy it." – Steven Craddock, Lamoille Canyon, Nevada National Public Lands Day helped to start a partnership with Natrona County High School junior ROTC class that has lasted ten years. The students look forward to each year's event and it has turned into a tradition. Students can be seen throughout the town proudly wearing their t-shirts even years after they have graduated. – Eve Bennett, Muddy Mountain Environmental Education Area, Wyoming My reward was a hug from a retired game warden who looks after the River Springs area once a week. He was thankful for the efforts of all the folks sharing their time in caring for land. – Jeff Starosta, River Springs, California We promoted the event to underserved audiences, and even arranged for bus transportation to bring 40 refugees to the event. The refugees recently moved to Anchorage from Sudan, Somalia, and Palestine through the local Catholic Social Services Refugee Assistance Program. – Jeff Brune, Campbell Tract, Alaska The community aspect of NPLD helps galvanize local support and appreciation for BLM lands and resources right outside Kanab's front and back doors. – Tom Christensen and Misti Haines, Kanab City, Utah This event provided opportunities for community members and staff to work towards a common goal. As people worked side by side, friendships were forged, and common interests and excitement about the site were shared. Plus the work accomplished was tremendous. – Carrie Karl, West Eugene Wetlands, Oregon National Public Lands Day provided an opportunity for people who enjoy nature to make a valuable contribution to caring for the public land they love, and have a wonderful time doing it. – Steven Craddock, Lamoille Canyon, Nevada We really focused on the public helping agencies take care of the areas they love to recreate in. Lots of people walked by thanking all of the volunteers for working on the trail and cleaning up the byway. – Kalem Lenard, Royal Gorge Field Office, Colorado By far our largest NPLD event with over 160 volunteers. It was quite amazing the turnout and how successful each location was. – Janelle Alleman, Angel Peak Scenic Area, New Mexico The project site is an extremely popular recreation area and after the project was complete volunteers could see how they had played a role in improving recreation opportunities available in the area. – Matt McGrath, Colorado River Ruby-Horsetheif, Colorado Public lands day gives us a chance to meet our interested public and recruit volunteers for other worthy projects throughout the year. The free tee-shirts are a big help. Volunteers like the shirts. – David Draheim, Boise, Idaho The ability to gather a diverse audience of adult and youth volunteers in an effort to build camaraderie and the growth of partnerships, devoted to enhanced stewardship of our nation's public lands. – Cory Roegner, Black Rock Desert, Nevada We focused on improving quality of recreational experience by improving recreational facilities and cleaning up recreation sites. It’s a chance to get out to the public lands that we serve, and work with interested volunteers cooperatively and in friendship. It is a great program - I hope it continues for a long, long time. – Steve A. Smith, Yakima River Canyon, Washington We were able to educate a group of interested young men about the importance and need of maintaining a natural riparian area in an area where there are very few. – James Scott Ford, Gila Box Natural Riparian National Conservation Area, Arizona

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National Public Lands Day 2010 Bureau of Land Management Site List

Alaska Campbell Tract

Jeff Brune, BLM 5600 Science Center Dr. Anchorage, AK (907) 267-1255 jbrune@blm.gov Work Projects: Perform trail improvement, paint, remove invasive species, add vegetation along streambank and maintain recreation areas. Paxson Lake Campground (Portal to the Gulkana Wild and Scenic River)

Marnie Graham and Denton Hamby, BLM P.O. Box 147 Glennallen, AK (907) 822-3217 marnie_graham@blm.gov Work Projects: Remove/build boardwalk, plant willows/native seed, pull weeds, add gravel and stain wood. Arizona Colorado Nature Center

Ramone McCoy, BLM Ricardo Ave. one mile west of Highway 95 Bullhead City, AZ (928) 505-1264 Ramone_McCoy@blm.gov Work Projects: Plant trees to enhance a habitat and site beautification projects. Confluence Recreation Area

Lori Cook, BLM Trough Rd. (Grand County Rd. 1) Yuma, AZ (928) 317-3243 Lori_Cook@blm.gov Work Projects: Remove debris and illegal dumping. Gila Box Riparian National Conservation Area

James S. Ford, BLM 711 S. 14th Ave. Safford, AZ (928) 348-4505 James_Ford@blm.gov Work Projects: Remove trash and river debris by boat. Clear trash along the shoreline.

Indian Kitchen, Valhalla, Snyder Hill and Saginaw

Al Mezzano, BLM 12661 E. Broadway Blvd. Tucson, AZ (520) 258-7244 albert_mezzano@blm.gov Work Projects: Install an off road vehicle barrier. Ironwood Forest National Monument

Lahsha Brown and Mark Lambert, BLM/Friends of Ironwood Forest/ Tucson Audubon Society Marana, AZ (520) 628-2092 lahsha@ironwoodforest.org Work Projects: Remove buffel grass and restore shooting site of the Cierro Represso area of Ironwood Forest National Monument Mount Nutt Wilderness

Len Marceau, BLM 2577 Mission Blvd. Kingman, AZ (928) 718-3724 Len_Marceau@blm.gov Work Projects: Plant, move large rocks/beams and transplant cacti to rehabilitate the area. Saddle Mountain Area

Jack Ragsdale, BLM 21605 N. 7th Ave. New River, AZ jack_ragsdale@blm.gov Work Projects: Hikes and tours, which detail the areas natural resources. Table Mesa Recreation Area

Chris Gammage and Mary Skordinsky, BLM 21605 N. 7th Ave. Phoenix, AZ (623) 580-5500 Christopher_Gammage@blm.gov Work Projects: Site enhancement and educational programs. Vermilion Cliffs National Monument

Linda Price, BLM Badger Creek Overlook Rd. between MP541 and MP542 on Highway 89A Marble Canyon, AZ (435) 688-3241 linda_price@blm.gov Work Projects: Install an off road vehicle barrier.

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California Alabama Hills Community Spirit Day

Scott Justham, BLM Bishop, CA (760) 872-5027 Scott_Justham@ca.blm.gov Work Projects: General site maintenance to prepare for Lone Pine Film Festival. Carrizo Plain National Monument

Ryan Cooper, BLM 3801 Pegasus Dr. Bakersfield, CA (661) 691-6048 racooper@blm.gov Work Projects: Build a trail, repair and refurbish the historic Van Meter Ranch. Extend a trail and general clean-up at Saucito Ranch. Cedar Roughs Wilderness Trail

Rich Burns, BLM 2550 North State St. Ukiah, CA (707) 468-4000 rburns@ca.blm.gov Work Projects: Trailwork. Clear Creek Greenway Litter Cleanup

Bill Kuntz and Stasia Lytle, BLM 355 Hemsted Dr. Redding, CA (530) 224-2100 wkuntz@ca.blm.gov Work Projects: Remove debris, paint/clean bridge, repair hiking trails and plant native species. Dos Palmas Area of Critical Environmental Concern

Jennifer Taylor and Jill Beckmann, BLM 1201 Bird Center Dr. Palm Springs, CA (760) 833-7117; (760) 833-7125 5taylor@ca.blm.gov; Jill_Beckmann@ca.blm.gov Work Projects: Prepare seed balls for planting. Feliciana Mountain

James Barnes, BLM Mother Lode Field Offices 5152 Hillsdale Circle El Dorado Hills, CA (916) 941-3140 jjbarnes@blm.gov Work Projects: Remove a invasive French broom on the Mountain's western side. French broom is a fast spreading weed that is relatively new to the Midpines area.

Fort Ord Public Lands

Eric Morgan, BLM 20 Hamilton Ct. Hollister, CA (831) 394-8314 emorgan@ca.blm.gov Work Projects: Habitat restoration, seed collection, trail maintenance, weed abatement and garbage removal. Fossil Canyon within Coyote Canyons Wilderness

Dallas Meeks, BLM 1661 S. 4th St. El Centro, CA (760) 337-4453 dmeeks@ca.blm.gov Work Projects: Remove illegal dumping and target shooting debris. Indian Wells Canyon Recreation Area

Steve Smith, BLM 300 South Richmond Rd. Ridgecrest, CA (760) 384-5446 rssmith@ca.blm.gov Work Projects: Maintenance work at six campsites and along 1/3 mile long Sky Ridge Trail. Clean up parking areas, repair parking barriers and install trail markers. LA County Interagency Exhibit Caring for the Land

Noel Stephens, BLM 22835 Calle San Juan De Los Lagos Moreno Valley, CA (951) 697-5261 noel_stephens@ca.blm.gov Work Projects: Interactive activities for school groups and visitors, include log sawing and branding, free tree seedlings, water-cycle bracelet making, button making, Wild Horse and Burro program animals, wildlife displays and a guided Nature Trail. Merced River

Brittany Juergenson, BLM /Sierra Nevada Conservancy Central Valley, CA (530) 823-4686 bjuergenson@sierranevada.ca.gov Work Projects: Great Sierra River Cleanup 2010. Poleta Open Lands Target Practice Area

Lisa Isaacs, BLM /Inyo National Forest East Line St. Bishop, CA (760) 873-2415 partnership.esia@gmail.com Work Projects: Clean up public lands target practice area.

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Rademacher Hills Viewshed

Rob Enriquez, BLM 300 S. Richmond Rd. Ridgecrest, CA (760) 384-5400 renrique@ca.blm.gov Work Projects: Site enhancement. Rasor Road Improvement Project

John Kavanaugh, BLM 2601 Barstow Rd. Barstow, CA (760) 252-6037 John_Kavanaugh@ca.blm.gov Work Projects: General site maintenance, install information kiosks and place signage along designated trails. River Springs Volunteer Day

Jeff Starosta, BLM 351 Pacu Ln. Bishop, CA (760) 872-5032 jstarost@ca.blm.gov Work Projects: Remove debris/invasive species, maintain fences and stabilize historic structures. Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountains National Monument

Emily Hoerner, BLM /Friends of the Desert Mountains 51-500 Highway 74 Palm Desert, CA (760) 568-9918 Emily_Hoerner@blm.gov Work Projects: Clean fire pits and pick up trash. Silver Canyon

Rich Williams, BLM Bishop, CA (760) 872-5033 rdwillia@ca.blm.gov Work Projects: Block off illegal OHV trail. Willow Creek Recreation Area

Pat Garrett, BLM /Ukiah Fire Department North Cow Mountain Rifle Range Ukiah, CA norcaloffroad@gmail.com Work Projects: The Ukiah Fire Explorers worked with Cal Fire-Ukiah Station Enginge 1165 to rehab 300 feet of heavily overgrown and silted creek bed, clear another 300 feet of trail and pick up trash.

Colorado 18th Annual Shelf Road Volunteer Weekend

Kalem Lenard, BLM Canon City, CO (719) 269-8538 james_lenard@blm.gov Work Projects: Trail work at the Shelf Road Climbing Area. Big Horn Trail Project - Gunnison Gorge NCA

Edd Franz, BLM Gunnison Gorge National Conservation Area 2465 S Townsend Ave. Montrose, CO (970) 240-5300 Edd_Franz@blm.gov Work Projects: Connect one mile of hiking/equestrian trail within the Bobcat Trail and Duncan Trail. Cedar Mountain Recreation Area

Gina Robison, BLM Craig, CO (970) 826-5083 Gina_Robison@blm.gov Work Projects: Replace old information/direction signs, paint bathroom and information kiosk, pick up trash, trail and picnic area work (i.e., removing brush and weeds, fixing any erosion issues), update information on kiosk, remove and replace old trail markers. Colorado River Annual Clean-up (Kremmling)

John Monkouski, BLM Kremmling, CO 970-724-3040 john_monkouski@blm.gov Work Projects: Colorado River cleanup, along fifteen river miles including banks, dispersed campsites, put-ins and take outs. Cucharas Canyon Recreation Area

Linda Skinner, BLM Canon City, CO 719-269-8732 Linda_Skinner@blm.gov Work Projects: Repair a gate. Water drainage improvement project on the Wilson Crossing Trail. Emerald Mountain Rotary Trail Construction

Gina Robison, BLM /Steamboat Rotary Club Cow Creek Rd. Steamboat Springs, CO (970) 826-5083 Gina_Robison@blm.gov Work Projects: Construct part of a five mile multi-use trail that, once completed, will provide educational and winter recreational opportunities.

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Fisherman's Bridge Recreation Site

John Nahomenuk, BLM /Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area Chaffee County Rd. 301 Nathrop, CO (719) 539-7289 john_nahomenuk@blm.gov Work Projects: Build a buck and rail fence. Gold Belt Tour Byway Cleanup

Kalem Lenard, BLM Canon City, CO (719) 269-8538 james_lenard@blm.gov Work Projects: General maintenance projects. Goodman Point Area, San Juan Public Lands Center

Kathe Hayes, BLM Dolores, CO (970) 385-1310 Kathe@sjma.org Work Projects: Rehabilitate illegal routes, reseed a burn area and remove debris. Hartman Rocks Recreation Area Improvement Project

Sally Thode, BLM Gunnison, CO (970) 642-4425 Sally_Thode@blm.gov Work Projects: Trail maintenance. Kerber Creek (Saguache Field Office)

Rob Santoro, BLM Villa Grove, CO (719) 852-6267 rob@voc.org Work Projects: Transplant chokecherry trees to secure the creek banks. Lake City Trails Project

Sally Thode, BLM Gunnison, CO (970) 642-4448 Sally_Thode@blm.gov Work Projects: Trail maintenance, such as installing waterbars, culverts and ditches. Meeker Area Public Lands

Ted Tedford, BLM Meeker, CO (970) 878-3852 Ted_Tedford@blm.gov Work Projects: Trash pickup and trail work.

Mica Mine Trail

Jeffery Fleming and Chris Pipkin, BLM Little Park Rd. Grand Junction, CO (970) 234-3466 jeffery@rockyireland.com Work Projects: Trail and site maintenance projects. North Desert Clean-up: Grand Junction Field Office

Chris Pipkin, BLM Grand Junction, CO (970) 244-3024 chris_pipkin@blm.gov Work Projects: Cleanup and maintain a popular public shooting range that accumulates large volumes of trash. Ortiz Cemetery

Rob Santoro, BLM Ortiz, CO (719) 852-6267 rob@voc.org Work Projects: Remove trash and plant trees. Rangley Area Public Lands

Ted Tedford, BLM Anasazi Heritage Center 27501 Hwy 184 Dolores, CO (970) 878-3852 aburrows@blm.gov Work Projects: Trash pickup of old dump site and reclaim illegal routes, reseed and remove debris along the Goodman Point area. Ruby-Horsethief Colorado River Restoration

Matt McGrath, BLM Grand Junction, CO (970) 244-3029 mmcgrath@blm.gov Work Projects: Remove invasive tamarisk from camping sites along the river edge and replace the tamarisk with native cottonwood trees. The project is a five day, four night project working and camping along the Colorado River. Wolford Mountain Public Access Trail

John Monkouski, BLM Kremmling, CO (970) 724-3040 john_monkouski@blm.gov Work Projects: Build 3/4 miles of fence along an existing two-track.

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Florida Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse Outstanding Natural Area

Shayne Banks, BLM Jupiter, FL (601) 977-5405 sbanks@es.blm.gov Work Projects: General trash cleanup, plant mangroves and remove exotic species. Idaho Big Jacks Creek Wilderness, Parker Trailhead

David Draheim and Maile Adler, BLM 3948 S. Development Ave. Boise, ID (208) 384-3458 David_Draheim@blm.gov Work Projects: Restore closed vehicle route with native plants and install fence markers to protect sage grouse habitat. Also, a dutch oven contest. Blue Creek Bay

Brian White, BLM 3815 Schreiben Way Coeur d' Alene, ID (208) 769-5031 brian_white@blm.gov Work Projects: Plant trees/shrubs, grading, install signage and kiosk maintenance. Challis Bridge Day Use Renovation

Jeff Christenson, BLM 801 Blue Mountain Rd. Challis, ID (208) 879-6212 jeffrey_christenson@blm.gov Work Projects: Remove invasive species, rehabilitate trails, plant trees/shrubs and maintain signs. Good Enough Creek

Chuck Patterson, BLM 4350 Cliffs Dr. Pocatello, ID (208) 478-6362 cpatterson@blm.gov Work Projects: Repair/replace interpretive materials and signage. Halverson Historic Trail

Barb Forderhase and Jared Fluckiger, BLM 3948 S. Development Ave. Boise, ID (208) 384-3485 Barbara_Forderhase@blm.gov Work Projects: Trailwork.

Kelly Island/Wolf Flats

Shannon Bassista, BLM River Rd. Near Heise, ID (208) 524-7552 shannon_bassista@blm.gov Work Projects: General site maintenance. St. Anthony Sand Dunes

Bill Boggs, BLM 1405 Hollipark Dr Idaho Falls, ID (208) 524-7527 william_boggs@blm.gov Work Projects: Remove debris from dune ecosystem, install signage and vehicle barrier repair work. Montana Blackfoot River

Dick Fichtler, BLM 3255 Fort Missoula Rd. Missoula, MT (406) 329-3884 Richard_Fichtler@blm.gov Work Projects: Remove debris from a 26 mile section of river by scuba diving, snorkling, rafts or land. A children's artwork contest and a fisheries biologist will explain the impact of trash on the area's ecosystem. Clark Dam

Dena Sprandel-Lang, BLM Cherry Creek Rd. Terry North, MT (406) 233-2828 Dena_Sprandel-Lang@blm.gov Work Projects: Hand cut and stack russian olive trees for firewood. Clear area of debris. Clark Resevoir

Dena Lang, BLM Cherry Creek Rd. Terry, MT (406) 233-2828 dslang@mt.blm.gov Work Projects: Remove invasive species, collect trash, remove fence and paint signage. James Kipp Recreation Area

Mark R. Schaefer, BLM PO Box 1389 Fort Benton, MT (406) 622-4015 Mark_Schaefer@blm.gov Work Projects: Various maintenance projects.

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Lower Madison River

Matt Blocker, BLM 5 Forest Service Rd. Ennis, MT (406) 682-4082 mblocker@blm.gov Work Projects: Clean river sections by boat and along the shore. Upper Missouri National Wild and Scenic River

Mark Schaefer, BLM 701 7th St. PO Box 1389 Fort Benton, MT Mark_Schaefer@blm.gov Work Projects: Clean the upper river section to prepare for floating season. Nevada Battle Mountain District

Bob Hassmiller, BLM 50 Bastian Rd. Battle Mountain, NV (775) 635-4000 robert_hassmiller@blm.gov Work Projects: Plant willow species in reaches where tamarisk was recently removed. Big Dune Special Recreation Management Area

Marc Sanchez, BLM 4701 N. Torrey Pines Dr. Las Vegas, NV (702) 515-5038 Marc_Sanchez@blm.gov Work Projects: Restore the sensitive big dune beetle habitat. Black Rock Desert - High Rock Canyon Emigrant Trails National Conservation Area-Steamboat Rock Area

Curtis Booher, BLM Intersection of 12 Mile Access Rd. and Highway 34 N. Gerlach, NV (775) 623-1500 Curtis_Booher@blm.gov Work Projects: Various maintenance activities. Black Rock Lava Flow Exclosure

Alan Buehler, BLM Nye County, NV (775) 482-7800 Alan_Buehler@nv.blm.gov Work Projects: Fence maintainence and trash pickup.

Carson River Clean-up

Mark Struble and Arthur Callan, BLM 5665 Morgan Mill Rd. Carson City, NV (775) 885-6107 mstruble@nv.blm.gov Work Projects: Remove debris and trail maintenance. Eastern Nevada Wilderness Areas

Karen McAdams-Kunze and Sam Styles, BLM 1400 South Front St. BLM Caliente Field Office Caliente, NV (775) 726-8108 Karen_McAdams-Kunze@blm.gov Work Projects: Remove litter, install key entry signs/information kiosks at entrance to four sites: the Big Rocks Wilderness Area, South Pahroc Wilderness Area, Mount Irish Wilderness Area, and Delamar Wilderness Area. Fish Creek, Carico Lake Allotment

Bob Hassmiller, BLM 50 Bastian Rd. Battle Mountain, NV (775) 635-4000 robert_hassmiller@blm.gov Work Projects: Plant willows alongside the creek. Gold Butte Area of Critical Environmental Concern

Micah Doughty, BLM 4701 N. Torrey Pines Dr. Las Vegas, NV (918) 231-2405 micah_doughty@blm.gov Work Projects: Campsite cleanup, planting, seeding, illegal OHV track rehab and marking boundaries for OHV "staging area" to prevent expansion. Indian Creek Campground

Mark Struble and Arthur Callan, BLM 5665 Morgan Mill Rd. Carson City, NV (775) 885-6107 mstruble@nv.blm.gov Work Projects: Install bat boxes and replace kiosks. Lamoille Canyon

Zachary Pratt, BLM Elko, NV (775) 753-0212 Zachary_Pratt@nv.blm.gov Work Projects: Remove debris, install horse hitching rails, trail/sign maintenance and repair bridges.

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Olinghouse Mining District

Joel Hartmann, BLM Olinghouse Rd. along route to Pond Peak Wadsworth, NV (775) 885-6007 joel_hartmann@blm.gov Work Projects: Remove debris and sort recycling. Red Rock Canyon NCA-Lucky Strike Canyon

Kathy August, BLM Red Rock Canyon, entrance 15 miles N of Las Vegas Las Vegas, NV (702) 515-5138 kathy_august@blm.gov Work Projects: Remove debris, enhance native vegetation and close illegal roads/trails. Rock Desert- High Rock Canyon Emigrant Trail

Curtis Booher, BLM Intersection of 12 Mile Access Rd. and Highway 34 N of Gerlach Gerlach, NV (775) 623-1500 Curtis_Booher@blm.gov Work Projects: Trail work and install trail signs. Searchlight Area

Mel Meier, BLM Clark County Law Enforcement Facility Parking Lot Las Vegas, NV (775) 861-6566 mel_meier@blm.gov Work Projects: Remove debris and close claim post markers, which are detrimental to wildlife if left opened. The Great Unconformity Interpretive Site

Nathan M. Coleman, BLM 4701 N. Torrey Pines Dr. Las Vegas, NV (702) 515-5034 nathan_coleman@blm.gov Work Projects: Remove debris, trail maintenance, post trail markers and install signage. Decommission unauthorized social trails leading up to the Las Vegas Valley overlook, preventing further destruction of potential Las Vegas bearpaw poppy, desert tortoise, chuckwalla and gila monster habitat. Timber Creek

John R. Miller, BLM McGill, NV (775) 289-1834 john_r_miller@blm.gov Work Projects: Trail work, paint kiosks, remove litter and other maintenance projects.

Washoe Lake

Mark Struble, BLM /Washoe Lake State Park /Audubon Society of Nevada US Hwy 395 Bellevue cul-de-sac on the east side Carson City, NV (775) 885-6107 mstruble@blm.gov Work Projects: Collect native seed. Wells Pioneer Park

Zachary Pratt, BLM Pioneer Park Wells, NV (775) 753-0212 Zachary_Pratt@nv.blm.gov Work Projects: Plant trees at Pioneer Park and at Cricket Wildland Fire Site. Winnemucca Public Lands Community Clean-up Day

Joey Carmosino, BLM Winnemucca, NV (775) 623-1500 5100 E Winnemucca Blvd Work Projects: Parking area maintenance at Bloody Shins trail head, remove debris/weeds along Sonoma Range and trail work. Winter's Ranch

Mark Struble, BLM 5665 Morgan Mill Rd. Carson City, NV (775) 885-6107 Mark_Struble@blm.gov Work Projects: Collect native plant seed that will be used in future restoration projects. Volunteers will receive instruction in basic plant identification methods and proper seed collecting techniques. New Mexico Angel Peak Recreation Area

Janelle Alleman, BLM 1235 La Plata Highway Farmington, NM (505) 599-8944 janelle_alleman@blm.gov Work Projects: Various maintenance projects including, trail restoration, bench construction, erosion control activities, sign installation and fence maintenance. Dona Ana Recreation Area

Oz Gomez, BLM 1800 Marquess St. Las Cruces, NM (575) 525-4336 oswaldo_gomez@nm.blm.gov Work Projects: Install recreational signs, trail maintenance and remove debris.

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El Malpais National Conservation Area

Jaclyn Waggoner, BLM 202 Smokey Circle Grants, NM (505) 287-6610 jaclyn_waggoner@blm.gov Work Projects: Build and maintain a portion of the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail (CDNST). Fort Stanton-Snowy River Cave NCA

Mike Bilbo, BLM Roswell Field Office 2909 West 2nd St. Roswell, NM (575) 627-0272 Mike_Bilbo@blm.gov Work Projects: Cave cleaning/documentation and trail surface work. A cave exploration and management presentation in relation to Leave No Trace backcountry ethics follows the projects. Mesa Prieta Petroglyph Recording Project

Paul Williams, BLM 226 Cruz Alta Rd. Taos, NM (575) 751-4710 pwilliam@nm.blm.gov Work Projects: Area high school students, using GPS, digital photography and extensive written documentation, record petroglyphs discovered during an inventory of the mesa. Recorded data is added to the GIS database. Prehistoric Trackways National Monument

Lori Allen, BLM Permian Tracks Rd. (off of Rocky Acres Trail) Las Cruces, NM (575) 525-4454 Lori_Allen@nm.blm.gov Work Projects: Various site enhancement projects. Rio Bonito Tract III and Tract IV

Bill Murray, BLM 2909 West 2nd St. Roswell, NM (575) 627-0220 Bill_Murry@blm.gov Work Projects: Continue planting apple orchard and construct a gate. RTP Arroyo Seco/LaPuebla Grant Site

Suann Havener and John Bailey, BLM Taos Field Office, 226 Cruz Alta Rd. Taos, NM (575) 751-4740 john_r_bailey@blm.gov Work Projects: Remove debris, OHV education and stewardship program information.

Simon Canyon Recreation Area

Darlene Horsey, BLM 1235 La Plata HWY, Suite A Farmington, NM (505) 599-8921 Darlene_Horsey@blm.gov Work Projects: Remove debris, construct a picnic table and general site maintenance. Six Mile Dam

Deanna Younger, BLM Forney Rd. Carlsbad, NM (575) 234-5961 Deanna_Younger@blm.gov Work Projects: Remove debris from water/land near dam, biological/archaeological surveys, construct bird nesting boxes, enhance native vegetation and remove graffiti. Trucha Rosilla Day Use Area

Darlene Horsey, BLM 1235 La Plata Highway, Suite A Farmington, NM (505) 599-8921 Darlene_Horsey@blm.gov Work Projects: Remove debris. Build trail along the San Juan River. Wild Rivers Recreation Area-NeoRio 2010

John Bailey, BLM Taos, NM ( 575) 751-4703 john_r_bailey@blm.gov Work Projects: NeoRio 2010 involves an on-site art installation designed to remedy erosion issues near the Rio Grande Gorge rim. Guided walks discuss the site's landscape level management and opportunities. Oregon Bastendorff Beach

Bob Golden, BLM 1300 Airport Lane North Bend, OR (541) 751-4280 Robert_Golden@blm.gov Work Projects: Remove debris and cut invasive weeds. Cascade-Siskiyou National Monument

Dennis Byrd, BLM 3040 Biddle Rd. Medford, OR (541) 618-2369 Dennis_Byrd@blm.gov Work Projects: PCT trail work, Hyatt Campground improvement projects and remove posts/fencing.

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Cascade-Siskiyou National Monument

Nick Schade, BLM Ashland, OR (541) 618-2281 nicholas_schade@blm.gov Work Projects: Projects include removing fences, structures and other installations in the Soda Mountain Wilderness and Cascade-Siskiyou National Monument. Celebration ceremonies will recognize the recent designation of the Soda Mountain Wilderness as well as the 10th anniversaries of Cascade-Siskiyou National Monument and the National Landscape Conservation System. Cow Creek Back Country Byway Clean-up

Ariel Hiller, BLM 777 NW Garden Valley Blvd. Roseburg, OR (541) 464-3356 Ariel_Hiller@blm.gov Work Projects: Remove litter, clear invasive species, brush trails, delineate trail and replace signage. Gerber Recreation Area

Mike Bechdolt, BLM Gerber Guard Station Langell, OR (541) 883-6916 Mike_Bechdolt@blm.gov Work Projects: Cut wood for senior citizens, construct bird/bat houses, trail maintenance, install OHV barrier post, construct goose nest structures, enhance riparian area and campground maintenance. Hellgate Recreation Area-Rouge River Corridor

Barbara Zurhellen, BLM Indian Mary County Park 7100 Merlin Galice Rd. Merlin, OR (541) 471-6651 barbara_zurhellen@blm.gov Work Projects: General site and trail maintenance projects. McGowan Creek Trail

Patricia K. Johnston, BLM PO Box 10226 Eugene, OR (541) 520-2159 pat_johnston@blm.gov Work Projects: Trash pickup and trail work.

National Historic Oregon Trail Interpretive Center

Jonathon Richardson, BLM 22267 Highway 86 Baker City, OR (547) 523-1835 jonathan_richardson@blm.gov Work Projects: Spread gravel, fix water bars, remove invasive vegetation and maintain garden. North Spit and Bastendorff Beach

Robert M. Golden, BLM 1300 Airport Lane North Bend, OR (541) 751-4280 Robert_Golden@blm.gov Work Projects: Remove litter/debris, cut invasive weeds and brush trail system. Oregon Sunstone Public Collection Area

Todd Forbes, BLM Lakeview Interagency Office 1301 South G Street Lakeview, OR (541) 947-6134 Todd_Forbes@blm.gov Work Projects: Construct a rock wall, collect trash and rehabilitation work. Radar Base

Eric Haakenson, BLM 28910 Highway 20 W Hines, OR (541) 573-4534 Eric_Haakenson@blm.gov Work Projects: Remove debris, assist with OHV route maintenance, install boundary markers and rehabilitate closed routes. Upper Nestucca OHV Riding Area

Debra Drake, BLM 4610 Third St. Tillamook, OR (503) 815-1134 debra_drake@blm.gov Work Projects: Trail work, remove overhanging trail vegetation and, pick up litter. West Eugene Wetlands Trails (Steward Pond)

Patricia K. Johnston, BLM Steward Rd. Eugene, OR (541) 520-2159 pat_johnston@blm.gov Work Projects: Trash pickup and trail maintenance.

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Yaquina Head Outstanding Natural Area

Timothy J Fisher, BLM /Oregon State Parks 750 Lighthouse Dr. PO Box 936 Newport, OR (541) 574-3142 timothy_fisher@blm.gov Work Projects: Beach cleanup. South Dakota Fort Meade Recreation Area

Elizabeth Stiller, BLM Fort Meade Reservoir Belle Fourche, SD (605) 892-7000 Elizabeth_Stiller@blm.gov Work Projects: Plant shade trees. Remove debris around the lake edge. Utah Big Rocks OHV

Wayne Wetzel, BLM 150 E. 900 N. Richfield, UT Work Projects: Remove debris. Fish Canyon-Fish Creek Canyon WSA

Robert Leaver, BLM 365 North Main St. Monticello, UT (435) 587-1519 robert_leaver@blm.gov Work Projects: Trail maintenance. Glenwood OHV Area

Wayne Wetzel, BLM 150 E 900 N Richfield, UT Work Projects: Remove debris. Grand Canyon - Parashant National Monument

Jabe Beal, BLM 345 E. Riverside Dr. St. George, UT (435) 688-3386 jabe_beal@blm.gov Work Projects: Cleanup and reclaim extreme impacts at six campsites. Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument

Jeanie Linn, BLM 755 West Main St. Escalante, UT (435) 826-5624 Jeanie_Linn@blm.gov Work Projects: Cleanup and restore area after Calf Creek Water Project and install interpretive signs.

Indian Creek Recreation Area

Robert A. Leaver, BLM /Friends of Indian Creek /American Alpine Club 365 North Main St. PO Box 7 Monticello, UT (435) 587-1519 Work Projects: Trail maintenance and remove invasive vegetation. Kanab City Multi-Use Trail Enhancements

Tom Christensen and Misti Haines, BLM 318 N 100 E Kenab, UT (435) 644-4600 tom_christensen@blm.gov Work Projects: Remove litter/invasive species, trail maintenance/construction and install fencing/interpretive kisoks. Kane Gulch/Cedar Mesa

Robert A. Leaver, BLM 365 North Main St. Monticello, UT Work Projects: Rehabilitate closed roads, remove illegal fire rings, block access to illegal firecutting areas, install signs, visit archeological sites to check for impacts/illegal digging, remove graffiti, revegetation projects and install fencing. Moab Four Wheel Drive Routes

Katie Stevens, BLM 82 E. Dogwood Moab, UT (435) 259-2172 Katie_Stevens@blm.gov Work Projects: Eliminate inappropriate vehicular travel by installing fencing or signage along one of Moab's popular four wheel drive routes. Moab Hiking/Biking Trail

Katie Stevens, BLM /Trailmix-Grand County Non Motorized Trail Com. 82 East Dogwood Lane Moab, UT (435) 259-2172 Katie_Stevens@blm.gov Work Projects: Trail work. Moab Motorcycle and ATV Routes

Katie Stevens, BLM 82 E. Dogwood Moab, UT (435) 259-2172 Katie_Stevens@blm.gov Work Projects: Remove unautorized vehicular travel by installing fencing or signage along popular motorcycle or ATV routes.

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Moonshine Arch Trail

Jason West and Evan Glenn, BLM 170 South 500 East Vernal, UT (435) 781-4501 jason_west@blm.gov Work Projects: Trail marking. Mount Ellen Blue Hills Wilderness Study Area

Myron Jeffs, BLM 380 South 100 West Hanksville, UT (435) 542-3461 Myron_Jeffs@blm.gov Work Projects: Remove illegal motorized routes and install fencing. River House

Robert Leaver, BLM 365 North Main St. Monticello, UT (435) 587-1519 rober_leaver@blm.gov Work Projects: Rehabilitate social trails, remove/rehabilitate illegal fire rings, install interpretive kiosks, rehabilitate previously closed areas, remove graffiti, trail realignment/stabilization and install fencing. San Rafael Swell - Hidden Slendor

Tom Gnojek, BLM 125 South 600 West Price, UT (435) 636-3600 tom_gnojek@blm.gov Work Projects: Motorized trail maintenance. Sand Mountain OHV Area

Dave Kiel, BLM 345 East Riverside Dr. St. George, UT (435) 688-3210 david_kiel@blm.gov Work Projects: Annual Boy Scout cleanup. South Dog Valley Big Game Guzzler

James Priest, BLM Nephi, UT (435) 743-3113 james_priest@blm.gov Work Projects: General site maintenance. Three Peaks Special Recreation Management

Sherry Roche, BLM Cedar City, UT (435) 865-3012 sherry_roche@blm.gov Work Projects: Trail and site maintenance.

Washington Dam OHV Staging Area

Dave Kiel, BLM 345 East Riverside Dr. St. George, UT (435) 688-3210 david_kiel@blm.gov Work Projects: Remove debris and fire rings. Westwater Canyon Wilderness Study Area

Katie Stevens, BLM 82 East Dogwood Moah, UT Work Projects: Remove invasive weeds, plant native species and remove debris. Following the service projects is an overnight camping trip in the canyon. Virginia Meadowood Recreation Area

Theresa Jefferson, BLM 10705 Old Colchester Rd. Lorton, VA (703) 339-8473 Theresa_Jefferson@es.blm.gov Work Projects: Repair/construct trails, remove invasive species/debris, paint and plant native species. Washington Yakima River Canyon

Steve A. Smith, BLM 1103 N. Fancher Rd. Spokane, WA (509) 536-1219 Steve_A_Smith@blm.gov Work Projects: Remove litter/weeds, plant trees, trail work, install benches and campground maintenance. Wisconsin Bikepath Island, Milwaukee River, Grafton

Derek Strohl, BLM 626 E. Wisonsin Ave., Suite 200 Milwaukee, WI (414) 297-4416 Derek_strohl@blm.gov Work Projects: Remove invasive species and debris. Black River (various islands)

Derek Strohl, BLM 626 E. Wisconsin Ave., Suite 200 Milwaukee, WI (414) 297-4416 Work Projects: Remove debris from islands and river.

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Wyoming Beaver Creek Ski Area

Brandon Thielke, BLM 1335 Main St. Lander, WY (307) 332-8400 brandon.thielke@blm.gov Work Projects: Trail resurfacing projects. Bitter Creek

Jo Foster, BLM 280 Highway 191 North Rock Springs, WY (307) 352-0329 Jo_Foster@blm.gov Work Projects: Plant willow cuttings to improve stream function. Muddy Mountain Environmental Education Area

Eve Bennett, BLM 20 miles southwest of Casper. Casper, WY (307) 261-7587 Eve_Bennett@blm.gov Work Projects: Various maintenance activities. Platte River Revival

Eve Bennett, BLM Mike Lansing Park Casper, WY (307) 261-7587 Eve_Bennett@blm.gov Work Projects: Remove debris along the shore and in the water. Families with small children or individuals with special needs can plant trees and others are invited to remove russian olive. Red Lake Area Clean-up

Fred McDonald, BLM 1002 Blackburn Ave. P.O. Box 518 Cody, WY (307) 578-5900 fmcdonal@blm.gov Work Projects: Clean up an urban interface area. Stateline Special Recreation Management Area

Allison Barnes, BLM Located on the border of Wyoming and South Dakota Newcastle, WY (307) 684-1116 Allison_Barnes@blm.gov Work Projects: Remove invasive species and litter.

Weeping Rock Campground

Wally Mierzejewski, BLM Kemmerer, WY (307) 828-4508 Wally_Mierzejewski@blm.gov Work Projects: Repair picnic tables, fire rings and traffic barriers. Rehabilitate riparian areas in the campground impacted by unregulated camping, plant trees and construct a fence enclosure. Welch Ranch Recreation Area

Allison Barnes, BLM Highway 338 (Decker Rd.) 10 miles north of Sheridan, WY (307) 684-1116 Allison_Barnes@blm.gov Work Projects: Remove invasive species and litter. Install signs and bird boxes along a walking trail.