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New Mexico State Director and Commissioner of Public Lands discuss new trail access for the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail
The BLM New Mexico State Office, in partnership with the New Mexico State Land Office and the Continental Divide Trail Coalition, recently announced a new agreement that will improve recreational access along the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail. Hear BLM New Mexico State Director Melanie Barnes and New Mexico Commissioner of Public Lands Stephanie Garcia Richard discuss the new trail access.