Our interests are in preserving and promoting pompeys pillar national monument ppmn , the only visual physical proof of the lewis and clark expedition left along the trail our goal is to partner…

Our interests are in preserving and promoting pompeys pillar national monument ppmn , the only visual physical proof of the lewis and clark expedition left along the trail our goal is to partner with local news and outlets to promote pompeys pillar improving the accessibility of the site through new interpretive signs and interpretive electronic devices to highlight the history of the site and allow disabled patrons enhanced access IT is our intent to diversify interpretive programing through the inclusion of under represented historical and cultural legacies this award is to support BLM s ppnm in the management of the site key activities that the recipient will be perform in this effort 1 provide community outreach to local schools through participation in specialized education programs transportation grants are utilized to ensure title i schools are given the same opportunities to interact with public lands with diverse cultural and historical values 2 engaging youth through the junior ranger program encourage the next generation of stewardship through programs and ranger badges for young explorers of pompeys pillar 3 recruit, train and retain new volunteers to carry forward the 30 year tradition of preserving and protecting ppnm by educating visitors through the development of specialized interpretive programs and projects 4 administer special events for the benefit of and thank you to the local communities who support the site 5 strengthening relationships with neighboring communities through active participation and support of special events beyond the boundaries of ppnm 6 build relationships with local landowners adjacent to BLM public lands and determine the feasibility of conservation easements 7 work side by side with the bureau of land management in connecting visitors to public lands to national days of service and demonstration of the benefit of volunteerism to the nation s natural and cultural treasures 8 assist with the development of content for new interpretive exhibits, programs, and materials to renew public interest in the site assist with the development and installation of new interpretive signs and electronic interpretive devices to highlight the significant history of the site, increase accessibility, and diversifying interpretive programming through inclusion of under represented historical and cultural legacies through these efforts the expected outcomes include 1 increased awareness of ppnm indicated by greater visitation to the site 2 increased number of on and off site programs offered in order provide outreach through interpretation and environmental education, measurable by number of programs 3 increased awareness of BLM and its mission to members of the public who may have limited experience interaction with the agency raise awareness of ppnm and opportunities for volunteerism on site cohost volunteer training opportunities with BLM and provide recognition and appreciation of volunteers 4 increased understanding of pompeys pillar and its natural, cultural, and historical resources interaction with a component of the bureau of land management public lands administration that many have not experienced before superior customer service on and off site fostering of personal connections with pompeys pillar and its resources 5 enhancement of interpretive opportunities when ppnm is closed the intent of these measures is to connect visitors to ppnm which will be measured by the number of new signs, exhibits, programs, partnerships and educational materials developed