BLM announces sale results on the second quarter lease sale.
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BLM issues fire restrictions for five eastern Wyoming counties
Due to dry conditions and increasing fire danger, the Bureau of Land Management is placing stage 1 fire restrictions on public lands in the following counties: Crook, Niobrara, Weston, Goshen, and Platte.
BLM temporarily closes portion of Dry Medicine Lodge Creek Road
Washouts and rock slides have made the BLM road that starts in Medicine Lodge State Archaeological Site impassable.
BLM Worland provides location for fireworks
Looking for a safe place to use fireworks this Fourth of July near Worland? The BLM has made a temporary, local exception to the fireworks ban on public lands at a gravel pit near town.
BLM to begin North Lander Complex Wild Horse Gather in Wyoming
North Lander wild horse gather announcement.
BLM delays Shoshone Lake Road opening, begins construction
The BLM will delay the opening of the Shoshone Lake Road until 5:00 p.m. on June 21. This delay will allow conditions to improve and construction to begin.
BLM starts fence conversion at JO Ranch
BLM investing in replacing fence at the historic JO Ranch. The fence will be more wildlife friendly and provide opportunity for bringing livestock permittees and wildlife non-governmental groups that want to do good things for big game species.
Juniper removal for improving wildlife habitat and promoting natural regeneration
Partner work between BLM, Wyoming Game and Fish Department, and Little Snake River Conservation District on removing juniper for wildlife improvement and promotion of natural regeneration.
BLM seeks public input on Rock Springs wild horse gather plan
The BLM is seeking public input to inform the development of an environmental assessment for the gather and removal of nearly 5,000 excess wild horses over a 3-year period. This scoping period ends 8 July, 2024.
BLM seeks input on overnight fees at Lander-area campgrounds
The Lander Field Office will accept comments through July 5 on a draft plan for updated overnight fees at three campgrounds near Lander.
Safety advisory: Volunteer trash cleanup in Rogers Canyon on June 8, 2024
The Bureau of Land Management is partnering with local entities for a trash cleanup effort in Rogers Canyon on Sat, June 8. We advise the public to be extra cautious with the added amount of foot traffic in the area.
BLM Casper reopens Muddy Mountain for the summer
The Bureau of Land Management Casper Field Office has reopened Muddy Mountain Road for the summer.
June wild horse and burro adoption events in Wyoming
BLM WY kicks-off summer with four wild horse and burro adoptions in June. Untrained animals will be offered to qualified adopters for a $125 minimum fee. Events to be held June 1, 8, 8 and 21.
Road closure notice: Rim Lake Road off state highway 71
Due to elevated water levels at Rim Lake, Rim Lake Road off state highway 71 has been closed until further notice. For public safety, motorized travel is not authorized through this area.
Be careful with fire this Memorial Day
BLM is reminding people to be careful with fire while out recreating on public lands this Memorial Day weekend.
BLM lifts fire restrictions for Crook, Niobrara and Weston Counties
The Bureau of Land Management has lifted fire restrictions for BLM-administered public lands in Crook, Niobrara, and Weston counties. The BLM joins county partners in rescinding restrictions following recent and expected precipitation that has reduced fire danger in northeastern Wyoming.
BLM proposes amendment to Buffalo Field Office Management plan
The BLM has issued a Final Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement & proposed amendment to its Buffalo Field Office land use plan. Release of the final SEIS & proposed amendment opens a 30-day public protest period.
BLM awards contract for Wildcat Canyon drainage repair
Wildcat Canyon drainage repair is awarded a contract for an Inflation Reduction Act restoration project.
BLM to conduct prescribed fires in Sublette and Lincoln Counties
BLM fire crews will conduct prescribed fire operations west of La Barge, Wyoming between mid-May and July as part of a multi-year project. Fire operations will begin only when conditions are favorable for a safe and effective burn on public lands managed by the Pinedale Field Office.
May wild horse and burro adoption events in Wyoming
Bureau of Land Management Wyoming will hold three wild horse and burro adoptions this May. Animals will be offered to qualified adopters both online and at in-person competitive bid adoptions for a $125 minimum fee.
Gooseberry Badlands project complete: Improvements funded by Great American Outdoors Act
Worland, Wyo. – Major improvements to the Bureau of Land Management-administered Gooseberry Badlands Scenic Overlook Trail west of Worland are complete.
Biden-Harris Administration finalizes strategy to guide balanced management, conservation of public lands
The Department of the Interior today announced a final rule to help guide the balanced management of America’s public lands. The final Public Lands Rule provides tools for the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to help improve the health and resilience of public lands in the face of a changing climate; conserve important wildlife habitat and intact landscapes; facilitate responsible development; and better recognize unique cultural and natural resources on public lands.
BLM extends public scoping period for Jackalope Wind Energy Project in Wyoming
The Bureau of Land Management has extended the public scoping period for the Jackalope Wind Energy project to May 2, 2024. This 15-day extension will provide time for additional public input to inform development of an environmental impact statement for the project.
