DEVILS TOWER NATIONAL MONUMENT - The National Park Service, with assistance from the Access Fund, is hosting an Adopt-A-Crag workday at Devils Tower National Monument on Sunday, Sept. 16.

The Sept. 16 event will include a half-day of approach trail work and exotic plant control followed by an open afternoon of cragging-hiking and a free barbeque supper. The workday will begin at 9 a.m. at the climbing ranger office. Bring gloves, a lunch and climbing gear (optional).

There is no charge for the scheduled activities. In addition, the entrance fee and camping fees will be waived for those participating in the workday.

The Access Fund is a national, nonprofit organization dedicated to keeping climbing areas open and conserving the climbing environment. The organization works in cooperation with climbers, other recreational users, public land managers and private landowners to promote the responsible use and sound management of climbing resources throughout the United States, according to a news release.

The Access Fund has been a strong partner in the management of climbing at Devils Tower and a supporter of the June voluntary closure, according to Devils Tower officials.

For more information, call Devils Tower National Monument's climbing rangers, Michael Baum or Mike Benning at 1-307-467-5283 ext. 632.