Youth and Educators

From removing invasive species in Bonita Creek to learning the rhythms of fieldwork in a rugged, time‑sensitive environment, Dashiell has embraced every challenge with curiosity, adaptability, and dedication.

University of Wyoming researcher Walker Bensch is studying how grazing and trampling by elk and cattle influence native bees, wildflowers and pollinator habitat on public lands near Fossil Butte National Monument.

Oil‑painted feathers perched on a still pond, mottled acrylic daubs on the breast of a flying Northern Shoveler, and spirited renditions of North American waterfowl. All on display at the Virginia Junior Duck Stamp Contest held on March 28.

For two weeks, the 2026 Artist-in-Residence Vicki Conley created four artworks inspired by the Canyons of the Ancients National Monument’s rich landscape and hosted two public outreach programs.

The BLM Phoenix District partners with the Phoenix Union High School District to provide training and education for high school students exploring career fields in firefighting.