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A Teshekpuk caribou pauses while grazing in the National Petroleum Reserve, Alaska.
BLM welcomes input on Special Areas in Alaska’s Western Arctic
Today the BLM announced that it is seeking public comment on whether to update protected areas in the Western arctic.
A river meanders through the golden-colored boreal forest on a clear autumn day. The mountains are visible in the distance.
Biden-Harris Administration Takes Steps to Protect Tribal Subsistence, Vital Ecosystems in Alaska
The Department of the Interior today advanced two actions that maintain protections on Bureau of Land Management (BLM)-managed public lands in Alaska.
A bend in the Yukon River is surrounded by forested hills with mountains in the distance.
BLM releases proposed Central Yukon Resource Management Plan
Aerial photo of the tundra and rivers of the Northeast National Petroleum Reserve in Alaska.
Biden-Harris Administration takes critical action to protect Alaska Native subsistence, lands and wildlife
The Department of the Interior today took two actions to help ensure millions of acres in Alaska are appropriately managed to protect the subsistence economy important to Alaska Native people ...
Duck fly over a wetland
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 Staff conducting compliance check on oil and gas development in Colorado
BLM ensures fair taxpayer return, strengthens accountability for oil and gas operations on public lands

WASHINGTON — The Department of the Interior today announced a final rule to revise the Bureau of Land Mana

A herd of pronghorn walk across grassland with mountains rising in the distance.
BLM invests $4.8 million to address drought in western states as part of President Biden’s Investing in America agenda

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) announced a $4.8 million investment through President Biden’s Investing in America agenda to boost partnerships aimed at

Image of a skier coming down a snowy steep mountain slope.
BLM seeks input on heliskiing on lands near Valdez and Thompson Pass

Glennallen, Alaska — The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is seeking public input through a scoping period t

Sled dog pulling
BLM Campbell Tract Welcomes Iditarod Fans for Ceremonial Start Activities

ANCHORAGE, Alaska –The Bureau of Land Management will host the finish of the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race Ceremonial Start March 2 at the BLM Campbell Tract.

A picture of the red devil mercury mine.
BLM announces decision on Red Devil Mine Remediation Plan

ANCHORAGE, Alaska- Today, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) announced a signed Record of Decision for its remediation plan to address remaini

A map of the Castner Glacier Area
BLM seeks input for new Castner Glacier Recreation Area Management Plan

GLENNALLEN, Alaska– The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is seeking public input to develop a recreation plan

Creek in woods
BLM seeks input on environmental assessment for Integrated Pest Management at Anchorage's Campbell Tract

ANCHORAGE, Alaska— The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) seeks public input on a preliminary environmental a

Coldfoot cedar cabin during the winter. Snow is piled on the roof and around the cabin. A narrow trail leads to the front door.
BLM announces new winter public use cabin rental in Coldfoot, Alaska

 

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BLM seeks input on draft Public Land Order environmental impact statement
A river meanders through the golden-colored boreal forest on a clear autumn day. The mountains are visible in the distance.
BLM announces additional public meetings for supplemental analysis of Ambler Road Proposal
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BLM announces protest period on proposed Ring of Fire Resource Management Plan amendment for Campbell Tract

ANCHORAGE, Alaska— The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is announcing the availability of a

A small white fox blends in with the windswept white snow of the tundra in winter
BLM further extends comment period for proposed NPR-A rule
Aerial photo of the tundra and rivers of the Northeast National Petroleum Reserve in Alaska.
BLM Alaska Invites Public Comment on NPR-A Seismic Survey

ANCHORAGE, Alaska — The Bureau of Land Management Alaska Office today posted a draft environmental assessmen

A river meanders through the golden-colored boreal forest on a clear autumn day. The mountains are visible in the distance.
BLM to hold public meetings for supplemental analysis of Ambler Road Proposal
A mountain rises behind a field of green cotton grass beneath a blue sky.
BLM Seeks Applicants to the Alaska Resource Advisory Council

ANCHORAGE, Alaska - The Bureau of Land Management is seeking public applicants for membership on the Alaska

A group of people gather around a fish counting tower to learn about it.
Bureau of Land Management’s Alaska Resource Advisory Council to hold meeting

ANCHORAGE, Alaska — The Bureau of Land Management will hold an Alaska Resource Advisory Council (RAC) meet

BLM seeks input on its plan for aquatic and riparian restoration projects in Alaska

ANCHORAGE, Alaska – The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is seeking public input to help develop a programma

A person practices throwing a spear with an atlatl at an elk target.
BLM celebrates International Archaeology Day at Campbell Creek Science Center

ANCHORAGE, Alaska – The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Campbell Creek Science Center (CCSC) is joining with the National Park Service, Alaska Consortium of

a group of 5 caribou walk in a line across the treeless hillside after an early snowfall.
BLM Opens Fortymile Caribou Federal Subsistence Hunt on October 27
A river meanders through the golden-colored boreal forest on a clear autumn day. The mountains are visible in the distance.
Bureau of Land Management Releases Supplemental Environmental Review for Ambler Road Proposal