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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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Women’s History Month: Spotlight on BLM female employees in the field

Compiled by Nikki Grant-Hoffman, PhD, BLM field ecologist.
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Native folkways and female role models: The career journey of District Manager Angelita Bulletts

The below story is part of a Women's History Month series, which tells the stories of some of the women who have helped shape the Bureau of Land Management's mission, vision and values for more
National Office
Black and white photo of Antoinette Funk

Antoinette Funk and Lida Munson Hume: Trailblazing feminists and protectors of public lands

The below story is part of a Women's History Month series, which tells the stories of some of the women who have helped shape the Bureau of Land Management's mission, vision and values for more
Eastern States
Tuscumbia, Alabama

Tuscumbia, Alabama

This week, the General Land Office is taking a trip to Tuscumbia, Alabama, located in the state's northwestern region and on the banks of the Tennessee River.
Rocky Mountain DO
Fire engines, water trucks and water points stand ready for quick access whenever needed to help manage and direct a burn. (Photo courtesy of the BLM)

BLM Wildfire Management Series

Part 1: America's Fire Problem
National Office
A black and white photo of Denise Meridith on the cover of the magazine, Women in Natural Resources

A woman who blazed many trails: Denise Meridith

The below story is part of a Women's History Month series, which tells the stories of some of the women who have helped shape the Bureau of Land Management's mission, vision and values for more
National Office
Eleanor Schwartz receives a Federal Women's Award from Boyd Rasmussen, Director of the BLM from 1966 to 1971.

Eleanor Schwartz, Mother of the Mission: Transforming the BLM through landmark legislation

The below story is part of a Women's History Month series, which tells the stories of some of the women who have helped shape the Bureau of Land Management's mission, vision and values for more
Eastern States
Ballard Homestead Cabin, undated. Courtesy, Russell and Huse families.

Alice Ballard

In honor of Women's History Month, we highlight notable homesteader, Alice Ballard. Born in Los Angeles, Ballard one of the first few women of color to gain ownership of la
National Office, Montana-Dakotas
At the base of a cliff, two people look at a tree.

Stewardship drives the BLM’s approach to managing vast areas of public land

By Derrick Henry, Public Affairs Specialist
Utah

Great American Outdoors Act: Enhancing Utah Public Lands

The Great American Outdoors Act (GAOA) is a historic investment in the protection and sustainment of public lands and Bureau of Indian Education-funded schools.
National Office
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Women surveyors make their mark on an ancient profession

During March, we’ll be commemorating Women’s History Month 2023 by telling the stories of some of the women who have helped shape the Bureau of Land Management's mission, vision and values for