Through the contribution of the 25 Restoration for Recreation Projects for Tread
Lightly!’s 25th Anniversary program, the New Mexico 4-Wheelers will begin their
stewardship project to promote safe and responsible recreation on our nation’s
lands through community service and education.
Earth Day Cedro Peak Cleanup Event
The New Mexico 4-Wheelers invite all interested parties to join us in a cleanup event on the Manzanita Mountains Cedro Peak 4WD roads and trails in association with the 25 Restoration for Recreation Projects for Tread Lightly!’s 25th Anniversary program.
Location: Cedro Peak Campground
- From the Tijeras Ranger Station continue South on Highway 337 4-1/2 miles to Juan Tomas Road. Turn East on Juan Tomas for 1 mile until the junction of Forest Road 252. Proceed North on Forest Road 252 approximately 1 mile and follow signs to Cedro Peak Campground.
Time: 8:00 AM through Sunday AM if you would like to camp.
- 8:30 AM All vehicles need to be in the Robin Campground and off the roads. The Cedro Peak Ultra has a race departing from the Jay site at 9 AM and we don't want any vehicles on the roads at that time please.
- 9:00 AM briefing at the Cedro Peak Campground and Crew Assignments
- 9:30 AM crews head out to clean/patrol assigned trails/areas
- Water sent with crew leaders
- Lunch on the trail (not provided)
- 4:00 PM Hamburgers and Hot Dogs free for all volunteers
- 5:00 PM Door Prize Drawing
- 6:30 PM Campfire
- Overnight camping for anyone interested.
Project goal: General trash removal and graffiti removal
- The New Mexico 4-Wheelers have obtained a Tread Lightly grant to cover the costs of the following:
- Tools necessary for projects
- Trash bags and/or dumpster rental
- Water or other non-alcoholic beverages for volunteers
- Food to incentivize volunteers
- Signage materials
- Restoration materials
See the listing for this event HERE on the Tread Lightly! website.
Additionally, The New Mexico 4-Wheelers will have a door prize drawing. Every volunteer who signs in will get a ticket!