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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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Oregon-Washington, Spokane DO
An orca comes to the surface, beside a calf.

DID YOU KNOW? You can see whales from your BLM public lands!

Coastal spots in Oregon & Washington offer visitors the unique opportunity to whale watch -- in a way that’s as thrilling as it is safe for whale populations!
Jeanne Panfely
Eastern States
President Ulysses S. Grant

President Ulysses S. Grant

The General Land Office wishes you a happy Independence Day! This Record of the Week is a military warrant issued to none other than President and Union Army General, Ulysses S. Grant.
Las Vegas FO
MGM Mega Solar Array in the Dry Lake Solar Energy Zone.

Dry Lake Solar Energy Zone’s MGM Mega Array comes online

Story by Kirsten Cannon, Public Affairs Specialist. Photos courtesy of MGM Resorts.
Kremmling FO

BLM partners with sage-grouse advocates, provides habitat improvements

WALDEN, Colo. – The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Kremmling Field Office joined forces with Wildlan
Eastern States
Mesa Verde National Park

Mesa Verde National Park

This week's record is the official Act of Congress which established Mesa Verde National Park.
Colorado, Grand Junction FO

Volunteer John Howe recognized for BLM Lifetime Achievement Award

by Emily McCall, Volunteer Coordinator at Bureau of Land Management Grand Junction Field Office
Salt Lake FO
BLMers Mike Nelson and Cassie Mellon look at a trestle along the Transcontinental Railroad Grade. (Photo by Bob Wick, BLM)

BLM conducts trestle stabilization project on the Transcontinental Railroad Grade

In 1869, workers completed one of the United States’ most significant technological feats: the Transcontinental Railroad.
Eastern States
New Madrid Fault

New Madrid Fault

In the last week of June, the General Land Office is exploring the New Madrid Fault, also known as the New Madrid Seismic Zone.
Upper Snake FO
Pounding in willow stakes along the eroded shoreline.

Upper Snake Field Office’s collaborative efforts restore Henrys Lake shoreline

Story and photos by Bruce Hallman, Public Affairs Specialist
National Office

Keep our 75th celebration going, keep coming to the public lands

Idaho
Bikers encounter sheep on the trail

What to do if you encounter sheep or cattle on Idaho's public lands…

When people are out recreating on Idaho public lands, they may encounter sheep or cattle on the trail.