All Events & Meetings

Eastern States, Southeastern States DO
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Wild horse adoption event in Monroe, North Carolina

The BLM will host a wild horse and burro placement event, offering 150 excess horses and burros gathered from western rangelands, February 19-21, 2026, at the Simpson Event Center in Monroe, North Carolina.
Utah, Paria River DO
Child birdwatching with binoculars

Paria River District invites volunteers to join 125th Christmas Bird Count

Are you a citizen scientist who enjoys birding and aiding conservation efforts? BLM Paria River District invites you to participate in the National Audubon Society’s Christmas Bird Count, December 18.
Nevada
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Temporary closure of certain public land for the 2025 SNORE Laughlin Rage at the River OHV Race

On Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 13 and 14, 2025, areas along SR 163 between Bruce Woodbury Dr. and Thomas Edison Dr. will be closed due to the SNORE Laughlin Rage at the River OHV Race.
Wyoming, High Plains DO, Casper FO
Christmas tree in foreground with a covered wagon behind it.

Trails Center opens and announces annual 'Holiday on the Homestead'

The National Historic Trails Interpretive Center’s annual “Holiday on the Homestead” event is scheduled from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 13.
Wyoming, High Plains DO, Casper FO
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Trails Center hosts model train exhibit this December

The National Historic Trails Interpretive Center (NHTIC) continues tradition in hosting its annual model railroad exhibit, specific days only, during the month of December.
Oregon-Washington
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A Christmas tree is harvested in Oregon

BLM launches “One Dollar, One Tree” holiday saving across local public lands

The Bureau of Land Management has announced a series of holiday affordability measures that will help families save money, enjoy public lands, and support wildfire prevention efforts across Oregon and Washington during the 2025–2026 winter season.
Nevada
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Firewood Permits Available at the Winnemucca District Office

With colder weather approaching, people may start thinking about gathering firewood. Firewood permits are required to gather firewood from public lands managed by the Bureau of Land Management in the Winnemucca District.
Colorado, Northwest DO, Little Snake FO
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roadside sign along roads covered in snow

BLM announces winter closures near Steamboat Springs to protect wildlife

The BLM Colorado Little Snake Field Office will begin winter range closures Dec. 1 near Steamboat Springs, Colorado, to reduce the stress on wildlife and protect natural resources.
Colorado, Upper Colorado River DO, Grand Junction FO, Colorado River Valley FO
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group of elk with snow on the ground

BLM announces seasonal closures to protect wintering wildlife on Western Slope

BLM Grand Junction and Colorado River Valley Field Offices will begin winter range closures Dec. 1. These seasonal closures protect wildlife and natural resources and reduce damage to roads.
Nevada
A sandstone sign reading "Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area - Bureau of Land Management" stands in front of red and orange-striped rock formations and yucca plants under a blue sky with white clouds.

Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area open limited hours on Thanksgiving

On Nov. 27, 2025, the Scenic Drive area at Red Rock Canyon will be open from 6 a.m. to noon, and the Visitor Center will be open 8 a.m. to noon. The fee gates will close at noon. Normal hours will resume November 28.
Nevada
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Christmas tree permits will be available on the Winnemucca District

The Winnemucca District will have Christmas tree cutting permits available for free starting Dec.. 5 through Dec. 24.