Safford Field Office
| Contacts: | Diane Drobka | , 928-348-4403 | , Diane_Drobka@blm.gov | |
| Dave Arthun | , 928-348-4428 | , David_Arthun@blm.gov |
BLM Announces Upcoming Community Presentations in Safford
Safford, Ariz The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Safford Field Office resumes its popular Brown Bag Lunch series this month with an interesting lineup of presentations this fall. All talks are free and the public is encouraged to bring a lunch and learn something new about our area. The presentations will take place in the newly remodeled conference room at the BLM Safford Field Office, 711 14th Avenue in Safford.
Wednesday, September 23, 1:00 p.m. – Chiricahua Leopard Frogs
Eastern Arizona College (EAC) biology professor Dave Henson will discuss Chiricahua leopard frogs and the recent completion of a ranarium (frog sanctuary) at EAC's Discovery Park in cooperation with the Arizona Game and Fish Department and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Please note that this talk starts at 1:00 p.m. and not the usual 12:00.
Wednesday, October 21, noon – Historical Photography
Local historian, geologist, and astronomer Bonnie Briscoe will present Part 2 of her talk on Historical Photography. “Clues to Dating Old Photographs” will build upon Briscoe’s May 13th talk “Recognizing Types of Old Photographs.” Bring your old photos to share and discuss.
Wednesday, November 18, noon – Desert Bighorn Sheep
Arizona Game and Fish Department wildlife manager Devon Skinner and BLM wildlife management specialist Tim Goodman will discuss desert bighorn sheep. Commonly seen at Aravaipa Canyon, these sheep are valued for both their beauty and as one of Arizona's spectacular big-game species.
Friday, December 4, noon – Geology of the Safford Area
Environmental consultant Pete Sundt offers a presentation about our varied geology that includes everything from volcanic features to river alluviums. With elevations ranging from 2,400 feet to more than 10,000 feet, there is much to explore.
For more information about these four seminars, or if you would like to present a talk related to natural or cultural history in 2010, call Dave Arthun at 928-348-4428.
The BLM manages more land - 253 million acres - than any other Federal agency. This land, known as the National System of Public Lands, is primarily located in 12 Western states, including Alaska. The Bureau, with a budget of about $1 billion, also administers 700 million acres of sub-surface mineral estate throughout the nation. The BLM's multiple-use mission is to sustain the health and productivity of the public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations. The Bureau accomplishes this by managing such activities as outdoor recreation, livestock grazing, mineral development, and energy production, and by conserving natural, historical, cultural, and other resources on public lands.
Safford Field Office 711 14th Avenue Safford, AZ 85546