Come “Discover the Coast” at Point Arena community celebration
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POINT ARENA, Calif. – The Bureau of Land Management Ukiah Field Office and the Point Arena community invite the public to come out and celebrate “Discover the Coast,” on World Oceans Day, from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., June 9, at the Point Arena-Stornetta unit of the California Coastal National Monument.
This free community celebration is sponsored by the BLM, Mendocino College, Friends of Point Arena-Stornetta Lands, Point Arena Lighthouse and the City of Point Arena.
The event will include shuttle service to California Native Plant guided wildflower walks along the Discovery Trail and tours of the culture and history of the Manchester Band of the Pomo Native American Tribe. The Mendocino College Field Station will have an open house showcasing ongoing field studies, City Hall will house informational exhibits and the Point Arena Lighthouse Museum and gift shop will be open for browsing. Food booths will offer tasty treats throughout the event.
The BLM strives to be a good neighbor in the communities it serves, connecting kids to public lands connects them to the nation’s natural and cultural heritage. More information about this family friendly event can be found at http://pointarenalighthouse.com/visit/calendar-2/discover-the-coast/.
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.