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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.
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Eastern States
Comstock Lode

The Comstock Lode

In June of 1859, one of the most significant mining discoveries in American history was made in the Virginia Range of Nevada.
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2021 BLM “Making a Difference” National Volunteer Award winners

On May 26, 2021, the BLM honored seven outstanding volunteers at the 25th annual Making a Difference National Volunteer Awards ceremony.  The event was held live via Zoom.
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National Office
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Ten Things to Know About the MLRS Mining Claims Module

The Mineral & Land Records System (MLRS) is a new online platform provided by the BLM designed to deliver state-of-the-art mineral and land records transactions, tracking, mapping, and more for BLM customers and staff.
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Arizona, Gila DO, Fire Center
A firefighter is silhouetted by flames at night

BLM Arizona Veterans Interagency Hotshot Crew returns for second fire season

The Aravaipa Veterans Interagency Hotshot Crew, comprised of predominantly armed forces veterans, is back for its second fire season as an official Interagency Hotshot crew.
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Eastern States
Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve

Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve

Join the General Land Office team as we venture to the Flint Hills of Kansas and visit the Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve.
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Alaska
BLM Alaska Frontiers podcast album artwork. Two hikers on land in front of "Come in, we're OPEN" sign. Learn to enjoy your public lands like a pro

Learn to Enjoy Your Public Lands Like a Pro

More people than ever are heading from backyard to backcountry to enjoy the Alaska outdoors. So, how are Alaska's public lands holding up to the additional traffic?
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Alaska
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Podcast: Learn to Enjoy Your Public Lands Like a Pro

More people than ever are heading from backyard to backcountry to enjoy the Alaska outdoors. So, how are Alaska's public lands holding up to the additional traffic? We caught up with BLM Alaska's recreation program lead to find out.
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National Office

What's the Plan?

Learning which BLM resource mana
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National Office
Popping their inflatable neck pouches looks physically demanding. They are typically winding down about an hour after sunrise.

BLM employees journey into the Idaho desert to survey sage-grouse

Story and photos by Bruce Hallman, Public Affairs Officer, BLM Idaho Falls District
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California
Horses on a hill

You're invited! Learn about wild horse country at the 2021 Wild Horse Walkabout!

The next Wild Horse Walkabout is coming up! Join a BLM California for a three-day, hands-on outdoor learning experience in the Twin Peaks Herd Management Area north of Susanville, California.
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