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Each day, the Bureau of Land Management employees, volunteers and partners conserve public lands, build our nation’s energy infrastructure and support local economies, advance scientific discovery and much more.  Read our blog stories about the BLM in your community and learn how to get involved.

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Utah
Nick Howell and Shawn Peterson of Color Paria Fuels Team stand with members of the Wildland Fire Mitigation Award Committee.

BLM Utah’s Color Country and Paria River Districts recognized with Wildfire Mitigation Award

In a notable recognition of their significant contributions to wildfire risk reduction, the Bureau of Land Management's Color Country and Paria River Districts Fuels Team (CPD Fuels Team) in southw
National Office
2024-03 Developmental Disability Awareness Month-Wildwood Recreation Site OR

Welcoming active minds and active bodies on public lands

Using a bit of imagination and a sense of adventure, what will you explore next? 
Idaho, Salmon FO
Sacajawea statue. Photo credit: BLM

Women's History Month: Sacajawea

National Office
Photo shows a headshot portrait of Rugwell.

From hometown girl to hometown boss: Mary Jo Rugwell’s career shows power of hard work, courage, and putting people first

Mary Jo Rugwell didn’t get the memo.
California, California Desert DO
Close-up of desert tortoise in burrow

Desert tortoises enjoying new home in the Colorado Desert

Story and photos by Alexandra Studd-Sojka. Wildlife Biologist and Kate Miyamoto, Public Affairs Specialist 
Arizona
Hebin Lin, who is wearing a brimmed hat and sunglasses, smiles in front of Pecos National Park in New Mexico.

Sun Zone Socioeconomic Specialist Hebin Lin blends natural and social sciences

Did you know that the Bureau of Land Management has a socioeconomics program? During Women’s History Month, BLM Arizona is celebrating Dr. Hebin Lin, a socioeconomic specialist who powers the socioeconomics program in the Bureau of Land Management’s Sun Zone, which includes not just Arizona, but also New Mexico, Texas, Oklahoma, and Kansas.
Arizona
Michelle Meece, BLM Arizona land surveyor

From nursing major to land surveyor: Michelle Meece’s chance opportunity

During National Surveyors Week, the Bureau of Land Management is highlighting surveyors who continue to carry out one of the oldest and most fundamental functions of the U.S. government.
Idaho, Coeur d Alene DO
A group of eagles post up lake side, surveying the water for their next meal. (photo by Alexa Oyola)

BLM Coeur d’ Alene District Office Personnel Host Veterans Eagle Watch Cruise

On a crisp overcast day in early December, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Coeur d’ Alene District Office offered a free
Montana-Dakotas
A smiling woman in a gray shirt puts potting soil into a pot.

BLM - Special K Ranch Partnership a Win-Win

BLM staff joined Special K Ranchers on March 6 to plant native sagebrush seeds.
National Office

Wild Horse Annie: The Original Champion of America's Wild Horses and Burros

There are few historical figures that have left a more indelible mark on the history of America’s public lands, and the species that roam them, than Velma Johnston.
Colorado
Elk in grassland

Join the herd celebrating World Wildlife Day in Colorado

World Wildlife Day on March 3 celebrates the unique roles and contributions of wildlife to people and the planet. Wild animals play a unique part in the ecosystem, food chain, recreation and even economies.