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Bears Ears Partnership leads on the ground site conservation, education, stewardship and research programs to protect and build respect for the greater Bears Ears cultural landscape.

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Cultural sites are sacred to Indigenous peoples and integral to American history. By treading softly and leaving things as we find them, we show respect for those who came before us and those who will visit after us.

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Bears Ears Education Center

The Bears Ears Education Center is a community-powered space that aims to equip hikers, backpackers, paddlers, climbers and other visitors with tips and resources on how to visit the public lands of San Juan County and Bears Ears National Monument with respect.

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Explore Bears Ears

Bears Ears National Monument offers a wealth to do and see, including camping, hiking and scenic drives.  Learn how to visit with respect on foot, on wheels and more.

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Butler Wash Volunteer Project

Butler Wash Volunteer Project

Join BEP for a day of volunteering near Butler Wash in the Bears Ears National Monument on Friday, September 6. 

The goal is to improve the trail to ensure hikers and other visitors are following dedicated trails. The primary tasks include vegetation clearing, and tree bucking.

Volunteers will receive an orientation on Visit With Respect guidelines, which all volunteers and visitors need to follow to respect cultural and natural sites. A BLM botanist will share information about plant identification, and Volunteer Manager Ricky Begaye will also share about the importance of local pollinators. 

Meet up at 9am, and the project will conclude at 2pm. Exact location details will be sent after you register. 

To attend:

1. Fill out the registration below

2. Fill out the Waiver form

3. Sign the photo release form

Questions? Reach out to Volunteer Manager Ricky Begaye at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Event Information

Event Date 09-06-2024 9:00 am
Event End Date 09-06-2024 2:00 pm

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