Upcoming Special Events at New River, Aug. 22

The Bureau of Land Management invites visitors of all ages to attend two upcoming special events at the New River Area of Critical Environmental Concern. The Coquille Indian Tribe’s anthropologist will offer Weave Us Together – A Native American Basket-Weaving Workshop on Saturday, August 23, 2014 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. On Saturday, August 30, 2014, the New River Park Ranger will offer a nature hike on the East Muddy Lake Trail. Participants will learn about the plants and animals of the area, as well as the unique history of New River. The hike begins at 1 p.m. and will take approximately one hour. The New River Area of Critical Environmental Concern is located south of Bandon, Oregon, off of Highway 101. Take Highway 101 south 8.5 miles to Croft Road. Coming from the south, Croft Road is 4.5 miles north of Langlois, Oregon. Follow Croft Road 1.5 miles to the west. Take the right fork at the New River sign and follow the gravel road to the parking area and nature center. Please contact Bureau of Land Management staff at 541-347-9330 for more information.