Portland, Ore. – On Saturday, September 28, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) will be 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. 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, USDA 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. Volunteering on National Public Lands Day is a great opportunity to spend time with family and friends and enjoy the many benefits that come from connecting with nature. Please note that some events may occur before or after September 28. A complete list of events planned throughout Oregon and Washington is below. Additional information about this year’s events are at: https://www.neefusa.org/npld Office: Coos Bay District – Project: Bastendorff Beach; Date: September 21, 9:00am-2:00pm; Description: Improved beach and wildlife conservation. Tasks include pulling Scotch broom and other weeds, trash pickup, planting native wildflower seeds and shrubs.
