For Immediate Release: September 22, 2008

Contact: Jaime Gardner, 303-239-3681

Opportunity to Volunteer for National Public Lands Day

Come join BLM and the staff of our Montrose office to remove the invasive Spotted Knapweed plants from the Uncompahgre Plateau, this Saturday, September 27, 2008 from 9 am to 12 pm.

Meet at the intersection of Hwy 90 and Rim Road on the Uncompahgre Plateau at 9 am on Saturday for the manual treatment of Spotted Knapweed. All ages are welcome.

There will be a contest with prizes to win, as well as giveaways and a "Fee Free Day" coupon for everyone. Please bring your own gloves, hats and sunscreen. If you have any questions, feel free to contact Lynae Rogers at 970-240-1068 or Julie Jackson at 970-240-5310.

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