Youth and Educators

Artist in Residence celebrates ‘place of special value’ in southwest Colorado

For two weeks, the 2026 Artist-in-Residence Vicki Conley created four artworks inspired by the Canyons of the Ancients National Monument’s rich landscape and hosted two public outreach programs.

BLM, U.S. Wildland Fire Service celebrate more than 20 years of wildland fire training partnership with Phoenix schools

The BLM Phoenix District partners with the Phoenix Union High School District to provide training and education for high school students exploring career fields in firefighting.

Explore, learn, connect: BLM sparks connection for the public with the lands they love through expert-led, engaging events

By offering these direct learning experiences with resource specialists, the Paria River District continues to foster stewardship and deepen the public’s connection to the landscapes they share.

Kingman Field Office rescues reptiles and builds awareness through education

Through classroom visits, community events, and demonstrations, Bureau of Land Management wildlife biologist Joelle Acton helps people understand the reptiles that share the Mohave Desert landscape.

BLM Connects Crystal Springs Students to Public Lands Through Hands-On Environmental Day

Fifth‑grade students from the Crystal Springs, Mississippi area explored the wonders of conservation, geology, and natural resource stewardship during Environmental Day at Chautauqua Park.