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Fire Restrictions Announced for Bureau of Land Management in Western Arizona

Fri, 17 May 2013 18:35:50 -0600

To protect the public, natural resources, and reduce the risks of wildfires, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Colorado River District has announced fire restrictions on 2.5 million acres of public lands in western Arizona and southeastern California along the Colorado River.

BLM Implements Fire Restrictiions for Phoenix Area Public Lands

Fri, 17 May 2013 18:00:10 -0600

PHOENIX—The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) implements on May 22, fire restrictions that greatly reduce the risk of wildfire on public lands north and south of Phoenix, Arizona.

BLM issues a Final Environmental Impact Statement for a Wind Farm in Northwestern Arizona

Fri, 17 May 2013 12:10:30 -0600

PHOENIX, AZ -- The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) today announced the completion of a Final Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the Mohave County Wind Farm proposal, outlining the preferred plan for siting and developing the project to mitigate potential environmental impact.

Community Meeting Scheduled for May 23 Prior to Prescribed Burn at Aravaipa Canyon

Wed, 15 May 2013 14:45:20 -0600

Safford, Ariz. – The Bureau of Land Management’s (BLM) will host a community meeting in Klondyke, Arizona, on May 23 to provide the east Aravaipa neighborhood an opportunity to learn more about the upcoming Grover Prescribed Burn. Participants can ask questions about the burn and visit with BLM managers, fire personnel, and resources staff. The meeting will begin at 6:00 p.m. at the BLM Klondyke Ranger Station, concluding at 7:00 p.m.

Mining Operations Continue Under Approved Mine Plans on the Arizona Strip

Fri, 10 May 2013 16:10:50 -0600

St. George, Utah—Energy Fuels Incorporated (Energy Fuels) the owner/operator of the Pinenut Mine in Mohave County, Arizona expects to commence production at the Pinenut Mine in late May or early June 2013, and continue for 2 to 3 years under its approved mining plan of operations. The Pinenut Mine is located on federal lands near Grand Canyon National Park that was withdrawn in January 2012 from location and entry of new mining claims for 20 years, subject to valid existing rights. The withdrawal did not affect mining operations that were approved at the time of the withdrawal decision or new operations that will occur on valid existing mining claims. The withdrawal also did not affect other natural resource development in the area, including mineral leasing, geothermal leasing and mineral material sales.

Author & BLM Specialist Share Regional History of Civil Conservation Corps

Fri, 10 May 2013 16:00:20 -0600

St. George, Utah—On Monday May 13, 2013 Bob Audretsch, Author of “We Still Walk in Their Footprint, The Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) in Northern Arizona 1933-1942,” along with John Herron, BLM Arizona Strip Field Office Archaeologist will share their discoveries of some of the most interesting and little-known CCC projects on the Arizona Strip and Northern Arizona.

Prescribed Burn Planned for South Rim of Aravaipa Canyon

Wed, 8 May 2013 13:30:50 -0600

Safford, Ariz. - The Bureau of Land Management’s (BLM) Safford Field Office and Gila District Fire Management Office are planning to conduct a prescribed burn on the south rim of Aravaipa Canyon sometime between May15 and June 30 when weather conditions permit. The Grover Burn will be approximately 2,428 acres in the area east of Turkey Creek, south and west of Aravaipa Canyon on BLM-administered public lands outside the Aravaipa Canyon Wilderness.

BLM Begins Work on San Pedro RNCA Resource Management Plan & EIS - Public Involvement Encourged

Wed, 1 May 2013 10:25:50 -0600

Tucson, Ariz. The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Tucson Field Office is beginning work on a Resource Management Plan (RMP) and Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the San Pedro Riparian National Conservation Area (SPRNCA). The public is invited to participate throughout the planning process to share their ideas and concerns.

San Pedro Riparian National Conservation Area Reaffirmed as a Globally Important Bird Area

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 13:30:20 -0600

The San Pedro Riparian National Conservation Area in southeastern Arizona has long been known as a premier birding location. This Saturday, May 4, that status will be highlighted during the 8^th annual International Migratory Bird Day celebration at the San Pedro House east of Sierra Vista.

BLM Arizona Resource Advisory Council Meets May 1 in Phoenix

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 13:00:50 -0600

PHOENIX, AZ – The Bureau of Land Management’s (BLM) Arizona Resource Advisory Council (RAC) will meet in Phoenix on May 1, 2013.