SELIGMAN, Ariz. - Volunteers are encouraged to participate this Saturday (July 28) in an important cleanup project that enhances wildlife habitat and also helps ensure continued public access to the area.

The 20th annual Boquillas Ranch cleanup project in Unit 10, near Seligman in northwestern Arizona, is conducted by the Mohave Sportsman Club in cooperation with the Arizona Game and Fish Department. This scenic area offers some outstanding wildlife habitat, and the one-day volunteer cleanup helps ensure that it stays open for hunting and some other types of recreation. It's also a great way to meet with other folks, exchange information and get outdoor tips. 

Participants will meet at 8 a.m. this Saturday at Pica Camp to receive information and supplies (gloves, bags, tools) from the Arizona Game and Fish Department. Pica Camp is located west of Seligman. Take State Route 66 to milepost 123.5, turn north through the gate and go two miles. Volunteers then will use their own vehicles (or carpool) to disperse across the large ranch and search for litter while exploring the area. After spending the day in the field, bring your trash back to Pica Camp where it can be transferred to Game and Fish to haul away.

Camping is available at the ranch or you can just come up for the day. Along with cleaning the environment, this cleanup project will help maintain public access on or across private property to public lands, and help maintain good relations between landowners and the public. Note: The Boquillas Ranch does not allow ATVs of any kind.

If you would like to volunteer, please contact Don Martin at awoguide@citlink.net, or Troy Christensen, AZGFD Public Access Program Coordinator at (623) 236-7492 or tchristensen@azgfd.gov.