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Wyoming, High Desert DO, Rock Springs FO
one horse looking left at the coral in Rock Springs

Wild horses and burros find new homes at successful Wyoming adoption event

Despite a snowy start, the BLM Rock Springs Wild Horse Holding Facility hosted a highly successful wild horse and burro adoption event on April 19. Adopters braved the cold, helping place 30 animals into new homes.
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National Office
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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." You likely have seen his work on BLM.gov, in socia
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Montana-Dakotas
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Strong turnout and new beginnings: 26 wild horses placed at Montana adoption event

The Bureau of Land Management’s Montana/Dakotas Wild Horse and Burro Program held a successful adoption event May 2-4, 2025, placing 26 wild horses into new homes, out of the 36 animals offered.
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Colorado, Upper Colorado River DO, Colorado River Valley FO
Collared “Reverse JL Bar” cattle are seen turning at a virtual fence boundary during a fall use compliance check. The BLM range management specialist, Kristy Wallner watched cattle test the boundaries and could hear the tone of the collars. (BLM photo by Kristy Wallner, BLM Colorado rangeland management specialist)

Schrodinger’s fence: How invisible fences corral cows

In the UCRD, a virtual fencing network is being used by producers on nearly 120,000 acres throughout 16 grazing allotments. Within that radius, an area can be “fenced in” for cattle wearing shock collars.
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Nevada, Battle Mountain DO, Carson City DO, Elko DO, Ely DO, Southern Nevada DO, Winnemucca DO, Fire Center
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May is Wildfire Awareness Month

May is Wildfire Awareness Month. BLM Nevada urges prep: plan evacuations, harden homes, prevent fires. Risk is high—stay informed at NevadaFireInfo.org.
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Arizona, Colorado River DO, Yuma FO
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How LTVA volunteers led by passionate BLM staff keep public lands thriving

Across the rugged beauty of southwestern Arizona and southeastern California, a dedicated group of Long-Term Visitor Area volunteers quietly ensures that public lands remain welcoming, safe and accessible.
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Fire Center
Drawing of people using radios

BLM Fire tackles radio interoperability on wildfires

Recognizing the need for better wildfire communication systems, the Bureau of Land Management recently took a major step forward developing advanced wildfire communication kits through a contract with private industry.
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Northeastern States DO, Southeastern States DO
Emily and Sarah Harris at Wild Horse and Burro Event in Doswell, VA

 BLM Wild Horse & Burro Program Adoption Experiences: Life After Adoption

Have you ever wondered what adopting a wild horse or burro is really like? Meet Emily and Sarah Harris, sisters who share a deep passion for wild horses and all things equestrian.
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Arizona, Colorado River DO, Kingman FO, Fire Center
Five men stand in front a type 6 fire engine during transfer ceremony.

BLM transfers fire engine to Lake Mohave Ranchos Fire Department through Rural Fire Readiness Program

The Bureau of Land Management Colorado River District transferred a Type 6 wildland fire engine to the Lake Mohave Ranchos Fire Department.
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Fire Center
Engine crew hiking out of the Lost Hole Fire, ignited by lightning, in Elko, Nevada. Photo by Sarah McNeil, BLM

BLM recognizes National Wildfire Awareness Month (Part 1 of 3)

In recognition of Wildfire Awareness Month, On the Ground is kicking off a three-episode podcast series highlighting all things wildfires.
Podcast
National Office
Two people wearing hiking backpacks look out at the beach below a hill.

Celebrating the power of public lands through tourism and community impact

BLM celebrates how tourism on public lands boosts local economies, supporting jobs and communities through recreation at iconic sites across the U.S. during National Travel and Tourism Week.
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