America 250 and Empire Ranch 150 Celebration at Las Cienegas National Conservation Area
Las Cienegas National Conservation Area
Historic Empire Ranch
17062 East Empire Ranch Road
Sonoita, AZ 85637
United States
Event Description
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) will join partners Empire Ranch Foundation and Run Tucson for the inaugural Empire Ranch Run to kick off the Empire Ranch Foundation's yearlong 150th anniversary celebration and to honor America's 250th anniversary.
This event will be held at the Historic Empire Ranch in Las Cienegas National Conservation Area on Saturday, January 24 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
It will feature a 5K, 10K, and family run. It will also include demonstrations and displays depicting ranch life and the history of the Historic Empire Ranch. Whether you sign up for the race or just want to be a spectator, there will be fun for everyone!
The event is free for the public, including spectators and non-runners. There is a fee for participation in the runs.
Las Cienegas National Conservation Area is located 45 miles southeast of Tucson, Arizona. From Tucson, drive southeast on Interstate 10 to exit 281. Head south on Arizona Route 83. Near milepost 40, turn east into the ranch entrance.
The BLM manages about 245 million acres of public land located primarily in 12 western states, including Alaska, on behalf of the American people. The BLM also administers 700 million acres of sub-surface mineral estate throughout the nation. Our mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of America’s public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.