Recreation
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BLM, partners raise money and conservation awareness for youth at annual event

The BLM and Pacific Northwest Four Wheel Drive Association teamed up for the 30th consecutive year during Memorial Day weekend to blend outdoor fun with land stewardship at the Christmas Valley Sand Dunes and Lost Forest.
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Recreation for all: Exploring accessibility on Idaho’s public lands

The EXPLORE Act, or the Expanding Public Lands Outdoor Recreation Experiences Act, is designed to improve access to outdoor spaces for people with disabilities, veterans, and children, among others. In support of that law, over the next year we will explore accessible public lands, state by state, managed by the Bureau of Land Management on behalf of the American people.  In this story, we explore accessibility on Idaho’s public lands.
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A peaceful, dark river snakes through the middle of the photo with a rocky bank in the foreground and thick forest, hills, and cloudy sky in the background. There’s an orange tent on the rocks in the lower right of the image and two blue kayaks perched on the shoreline a few feet away. A man squats in the middle of the image with his back to the river near the kayaks.

BLM Public Lands: Know before you go

Each year, millions of people enjoy a wide range of outdoor activities on BLM Public Lands. Here are tips to ensure the visit is safe and enjoyable.
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Discover the outdoors: 10 unforgettable recreational activities on public lands

Discover 10 unforgettable ways to enjoy your publis lands, from hiking to stargazing, and start planning your next adventure!
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Guffey Gorge summer parking should go swimmingly

Guffey Gorge, located in southern Park County, is a popular swimming hole easily accessed by a short hike. BLM recently completed a new overflow parking lot.
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Recreation for all: public land accessibility in our Eastern States

The Expanding Public Lands Outdoor Recreation Experiences (EXPLORE) Act is designed to improve access to outdoor spaces for people with disabilities, veterans, and children, among others. In support of that law, over the next year we will explore accessible public lands, state by state, managed by the Bureau of Land Management on behalf of the American people.  This story explores public land accessibility in our Eastern States.
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