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WHAT VOLUNTEERS WILL DO: Volunteers will assist BLM staff and local community groups with the cleanup of Fargo Canyon, an area just north of Indio, CA. Volunteers will be picking up garbage, tires, yard waste, target shooting remnants, and other household refuse littering the sides of the road. Volunteers will receive a NPLD t-shirt and one day Fee Free pass to any BLM, National Park Service, Forest Service, or US Fish and Wildlife Service site that charges an entry fee. WHEN: Saturday, October 27th from 8:30am to noon, with a BBQ lunch to follow. WHERE: Meet at the intersection of Dillon Rd and Fargo Canyon Rd (I-10 E to Dillon, head north 3 miles to Fargo Canyon Rd). Alternatively, volunteers can meet at 7:30am to carpool from the BLM office at 1201 Bird Center Drive, Palm Springs WHY: The BLM and local residents seek assistance with cleanup efforts within Fargo Canyon. This canyon is adjacent to Joshua Tree National Park, and as such, is a gateway to the park. Cleaning the area will benefit local wildlife by returning the area back to its natural setting, and residents of the Coachella Valley will be able to enjoy this scenic canyon even more. WHAT TO BRING: Gloves will be provided; however, supplies are limited, so volunteers are encouraged to bring their own personal supplies including sunscreen, hat, closed toed shoes, etc. Light snacks and drinks (waters, Gatorade) will be provided as well as a BBQ lunch afterwards. Volunteers must RSVP by October 24th to ensure enough lunch for everyone!! Contact Jennifer Taylor, Volunteer Coordinator at 760-833-7117 or by email at j5taylor@blm.gov for more information. |
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