Activities planned for Public Lands Day

The Wyoming Division of State Parks, Historic Sites and Trails, in conjunction with various other state agencies, celebrate Wyoming Public Lands Day on Saturday, Sept. 28. As part of the celebration, day-use fees to all Wyoming state parks and historic sites that day are waived.

In proclaiming September 28 as Wyoming Public Lands Day, Gov. Mark Gordon said, “Anybody that lives in Wyoming appreciates the value of public lands. And in Wyoming, our public lands are many.”

According to the legislation sponsored by Representative Andy Schwartz of Teton County, Wyoming Public Lands Day is a tribute to the importance of public lands in the state and to acknowledge the multiple uses of public lands.

The intent of public lands day is also to recognize the value of public lands to the state’s economy, open spaces, diversity of mineral, grazing and forestry resources and wildlife and recreational opportunities.

Additionally, the goal of Public Lands Day is to get people out to Wyoming’s parks and historic sites to enjoy the values of public lands and to become stewards by helping with specific projects.

An annual event, Wyoming Public Lands Day will serve as a reminder of these values as well as an opportunity to highlight outdoor opportunities and public lands.

In Hot Springs State Park, there will be T-Hill trail construction from 8 a.m. until noon. Lunch will be provided by the Friends Group at the new Disc Golf Park located along Highway 20 across from park headquarters. Volunteers need to meet at 8 a.m. at the bison corrals just off highway 20. Please bring shovels, rakes, picks, digging bars, sunscreen, bug repellent & water.

At Boysen State Park, there will be litter patrol and cleanup at Brannon boat ramp and the swim beach. Meet park staff at Brannon Lawn at 8 a.m. Please bring sunscreen, bottled water and sturdy shoes.