BLM events for September
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LAS CRUCES, N.M. – Throughout the month of September, the Bureau of Land Management is sponsoring some events highlighting public land near Las Cruces. All of the following events are open to the public, including three hikes and two presentations on bird photography and exploring our local national monuments.
Sept. 9 from 2 - 5 p.m.: Photographing Birds of the Organ Mountains – Location: The intermediate/advanced class will be held at the Dripping Springs Visitor Center. Reservations are required as the class is limited to ten people. Contact Daniella Barraza at 575-525-4487 or dbarraza@blm.gov for additional details.
Sept. 15 from 8 a.m. - noon: Prehistoric Trackways Guided Hike – Location: The hike will begin at the second parking area of the Prehistoric Trackways National Monument at the intersection of Shalem Colony Trail and Rocky Acres Trail. BLM Paleontologist Colin Dunn will lead the 3-mile hike to the Discovery Site of the Monument, which is on rough and rock terrain and contains “trackways” of fossilized organisms and plants. No reservations are required.
Sept. 23 from 9 - noon: Dripping Springs Hike – Location: The hike will begin at the Dripping Springs Visitor Center and will highlight the natural and historical features of the Dripping Springs Natural Area. No reservations are required.
Sept. 26 from 2 - 3 p.m.: Exploring the National Monuments of Las Cruces – Location: Roadrunner Room, Thomas Branigan Memorial Library. This presentation will provide the public with an overview of the unique features of the BLM’s two National Monuments. The public will also learn how to stay active and safe on public land, while minimizing the environmental impacts. No reservations are required.
Sept. 30 from 8 a.m. to noon.: Apache Flats Hike – Location: Hikers will meet at the Old Doña Ana County Courthouse, 215 W. Amador, Las Cruces, before travelling out to Apache Flats to learn about the cultural legacy, rich wildlife and Chihuahuan ecosystem. The hike will be lead by a BLM archaeologist and tribal representatives versed in the cultural areas along the hike. Reservations are required and can be made by emailing grecia@nmwild.org. The hike is limited to 10 people.
The only fee is for parking ($5) at the Dripping Springs Visitor Center. The public is advised to wear appropriate shoes and clothing and bring plenty of water and their outdoor essentials.
For more information on these events, the public can contact Daniella Barraza at 575-525-4487 or dbarraza@blm.gov.
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.