Community in action at Four Dances Recreation Area

BILLINGS, Mont. — Volunteers from Wild Montana joined Bureau of Land Management staff this weekend to repair fencing at Four Dances Recreation Area, following vehicle damage that occurred earlier this year.

In early February, a vehicle crashed through the upper fencing, causing significant damage to the recreation area’s boundary. Thanks to quick action by a BLM law enforcement officer, the driver responsible was identified, and with assistance from the Yellowstone County Prosecutor’s Office, restitution was secured to cover the cost of repairs.

The BLM’s Outdoor Recreation Planner with the Billings Field Office coordinated with Wild Montana to organize a volunteer day for the restoration effort. Over the weekend, volunteers helped remove and replace barbed wire, dug out broken wooden posts, and reset new ones to secure the damaged sections.

Additional work included repairing winter-damaged fencing in the lower parking area, where volunteers replaced broken posts and rails to improve both safety and appearance.

“We’re grateful to Wild Montana and all the volunteers who gave their time to help care for this space,” said Jenny Alexander, Billings Field Office outdoor recreation planner. “Four Dances is a special place, and community partnerships like this are key to its continued health and accessibility.”

Four Dances Recreation Area is located just outside of Billings and offers scenic views, hiking trails, and opportunities for wildlife viewing. The BLM manages the site to protect its cultural, historical, and natural resources while providing public access for recreation.

For more information about Four Dances or to learn how to get involved with future stewardship opportunities, visit www.blm.gov/montana-dakotas.