BLM celebrates Arctic Circle campground reopening for National Public Lands Day
Public invited to participate in ribbon cutting and barbecue
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FAIRBANKS, Alaska – The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Central Yukon Field Office staff invites the public to participate in a National Public Lands Day (NPLD) barbecue, ribbon cutting and cleanup event to celebrate the reopening of the Arctic Circle Campground from 2 to 6 p.m. on July 1 at the Arctic Circle Campground, Dalton Highway milepost 115.
Timeline for the day’s events:
- 2 – 4 p.m. Volunteer Dalton Highway roadside cleanup
- 4 – 6 p.m. Ribbon cutting and barbecue with hot dogs, hamburgers, veggie burgers, chips and drinks
“We are excited to host a National Public Lands Day event to provide an opportunity for people to connect with the special public lands in the Arctic Circle area, and to celebrate the upgrades to the Arctic Circle Campground,” said Central Yukon Field Office Manager Tim La Marr.
Closed for much of last summer to undergo upgrades, the newly renovated campground now offers 19 leveled campsites including pull-through, back-in and walk-in/cycle sites. Each campsite includes a fire ring and picnic table, and the campground has bear-resistant trash cans and two vault toilets. Water is not available at this location.
For those planning to participate in the Dalton Highway roadside cleanup, check in at the Arctic Circle Campground between 2 and 2:30 p.m. Volunteers may stop working at any time prior to 4 p.m. but are asked to check out with event personnel prior to departure for safety and accountability purposes. For questions or to sign up to volunteer for the roadside cleanup contact the BLM Outdoor Recreation Planner, Steve Taylor, by calling 907-474-2242 or emailing sctaylor@blm.gov. More information can be found online at https://www.blm.gov/event/celebrate-re-opening-arctic-circle-campground and https://www.neefusa.org/npld/arctic-circle-campground/arctic-circle-campground-grand-re-opening.
BLM staff recommends volunteers wear hiking boots and dress in layers suitable for working in cool, windy, and rainy conditions. A backpack for extra layers, snacks, and drinking water is encouraged. Please feel free to bring your favorite work gloves, bright clothing, sun protection and bug spray. However, the BLM is providing these items along with any necessary protective equipment.
To end the day, volunteers and the public are invited to a barbecue and ribbon cutting ceremony to commemorate the reopening of the Arctic Circle Campground.
About the National Public Lands Day. Since 1979, NPLD has brought together hundreds of thousands of volunteers to help restore America’s public lands. In 2021, the BLM coordinated 142 NPLD events, representing one-quarter of all NPLD events nationwide. More than 7,000 volunteers participated in BLM enhancement and restoration activities, at an estimated value of $845,697 to the BLM.
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The BLM manages more than 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.
The BLM manages more than 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.