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BLM plans National Public Lands Day cleanup events near Carlsbad

New Mexico
Pecos DO
Carlsbad FO
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CARLSBAD, N.M. — The Bureau of Land Management Carlsbad Field Office is celebrating the 32nd annual National Public Lands Day by inviting volunteers to three cleanup opportunities near Carlsbad. These events are open to the public and will include time for volunteers to sign the volunteer service agreement, a safety discussion, and event overview. Participants should wear hats, boots, sunscreen and bug repellant. The BLM and City of Carlsbad will provide cleaning equipment, personal protective equipment, snacks and water. The cleanups will take place at the following locations:

  • The West Well Dunes Area, also known as the Anadarko Dunes, is a popular off-highway vehicle area. The cleanup will take place from 8-11 a.m. Friday, Sept. 26, at geographical coordinates 32.5733, -103.6129. Google Maps has the location marked as “Anadarko Sand Dunes.”
  • Six Mile Dam is a popular birding and water recreation area. Participants will meet at the gravel parking area next to the large blue dumpster. The geographical coordinates for the area are 32.3834, -104.1455. The cleanup will take place from 8-11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 27. The Google Maps location for Six Mile Dam is on the other side of the river and will not take participants to the meeting point.
  • Lake Avalon is a popular dispersed camping area north of Carlsbad. The cleanup will take place from 8-11 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 28, at geographical coordinates 32.4937, -104.2489. Google Maps has the location marked as “Avalon Lake Campsite.” The BLM will sweep the parking area for nails before volunteers arrive.

National Public Lands Day is the nation’s largest, single-day, volunteer event for public lands. Established in 1994 and held annually on the fourth Saturday in September, the event brings thousands of volunteers to help restore and improve public lands around the country. This year's theme is "Our Home Outdoors," which highlights the idea that these lands are not just physical spaces — they are where we come together, feel rooted, and develop a sense of place.

For more information about this event, please contact Carlsbad Field Office Outdoor Recreation Planner Ashley Shreves at 575-234-5992. To learn about other BLM National Public Lands Day events, please visit https://www.blm.gov/national-public-lands-day.

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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.