Two BLM employees work near oil and gas pipes with a mountain and the setting sun in the background.
Checking on oil and gas operations.
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BLM Colorado

First 100 days: BLM drives energy expansion and national strength

In its first 100 days under the new administration, the Bureau of Land Management took bold steps to deliver on the priorities of President Trump’s and Department of the Interior Secretary Burgum’s priorities for public lands.
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Waterfall at the Arkansas River.
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BLM

Legendary photographer Bob Wick reflects on capturing iconic BLM landscape images

In December 2024, Backpacker.com magazine published an article titled, "Bob Wick Is the Greatest Outdoor Photographer You’ve Never Heard Of." Today, we visit with the man himself: Bob Wick, whose primary job never was as a photographer.
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A fire prevention sign at the Vulture Mountains Recreation Area
A fire prevention sign at the Vulture Mountains Recreation Area
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National Interagency Fire Center

Prevention is the best way to fight fires

A majority of wild fires are caused by humans, so teaching people how to use public lands responsibly and safely can stop fire before it starts.
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The Bureau of Land Management

The Bureau of Land Management's mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.

Spotlight News & Announcements

This is a curated collection of featured news items and stories, designed to provide an in-depth look into the daily work at the BLM.

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Inmate-trained wild horse serves New York City police
Blog Entry
Sun sets over a mountain range in the distance.
Interior to initiate action to rescind BLM’s intermittent energy rule
Press Release
A BLM pickup truck is parked in front of an oil jack in California
Interior streamlines oil and gas leasing to advance energy independence and economic growth
Press Release

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Quick Facts

As steward for much of America’s public lands, the BLM manages some of the nation’s most historic and scenic landscapes, as well as vast natural resources, for the benefit of all Americans.

245

Million acres of public lands managed

43K

Recreation jobs supported with over 374k jobs overall

30%

Approximate percentage of Nation's minerals managed

$1.2

Economic contributions from Geothermal, Wind & Solar in billions
A view of a rock containing a petroglyph at Three Rivers Petroglyph Site in New Mexico. Photo by BLM.
Three Rivers Petroglyph Site
Visitors to the Bonneville Salt Flats in UT look over the Great Salt Lake. Photo by Bob Wick.
Bonneville Salt Flats, Utah
A road runs through Turney Hills in California with yellow flowers and brown grasses.Photo by BLM.
Tumey Hills, California
A hiker looks over San Pedro Riparian NCA with the sun shining across the landscape. Photo by Bob Wick.
San Pedro Riparian NCA, Arizona

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Check out the sections below for recreation activities across your public lands

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Priorities

Our mission and our priorities
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Recreation

BLM's recreation resources and visitor services support strong local economies and public land conservation.
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Cultural Heritage

Experience history on your public lands
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Fish and Wildlife

BLM-managed fisheries and wildlife resources are an important part of our multiple-use mission.
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Fire and Aviation

BLM is considered a leader in wildland fire management efforts.
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Law Enforcement

Law enforcement plays an integral role in ensuring public safety and fulfilling our multiple use mission.
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Wild Horse and Burro

BLM manages and protects wild horses and burros on 26.9 million acres of public lands.
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Forests and Woodlands

BLM manages almost 58 million acres of forest and woodlands, which provide habitat for wildlife, trails for hiking, and a variety of wood products.
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Planning and NEPA

The BLM makes sure that its Resource Management Plans meet the requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).
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