Press Releases

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Utah

The Bureau of Land Management Utah seeks feedback on proposed oil and gas lease sale

SALT LAKE CITY – In accordance with congressional direction in the Inflation Reduction Act, the Bureau of Land Management Utah State Office started a 30-day scoping period to recei

Taos FO

Santa Cruz Lake Recreation Area winter season closure

TAOS, N.M. – Due to ice formation on Santa Cruz Lake and at the boat launching dock, the Bureau of Land Management Taos Field Office has temporarily closed access to the Santa Cruz

Nevada

Bureau of Land Management Accepting Comments on Proposed Rhyolite Withdrawal Extension

Nye County, NV. —The Bureau of Land Management Nevada State Office is accepting comments on a proposed withdrawal extension of Public Land Order No.

Nevada

Bureau of Land Management Begins Review of Rhyolite Ridge Lithium-Boron Mine

TONOPAH, Nev. – Today, the Bureau of Land Management announced it will commence review of the proposed Rhyolite Ridge Lithium-Boron Mine Project.

Colorado

Thompson Divide Withdrawal Public Meeting Recording

Below is a recording of the Thompson Divide Withdrawal Public Meeting held in Carbondale, CO and virtually on Dec 14. 2022.

Northeastern States DO

Caisson Platoon horses find a temporary home at the Meadowood Special Recreation Management Area

LORTON, Va. –  Today, the Bureau of Land Management and U.S. Army announce a new partnership to temporarily house and pasture the renowned Caisson Platoon horses, of the 3d U.S.

Upper Colorado River DO

BLM acquires 1,600 acres and increases public access through the Land and Water Conservation Fund

GRAND JUNCTION, Col

California, Northern California DO

BLM donates fire engine to Fort Bidwell Volunteer Fire Department

Idaho, Twin Falls DO, Shoshone FO

Wildlife in the Wood River Valley need your help

Hailey, Idaho — The earlier than usual snowpack and winter-like conditions in the Wood River Valley means wintering wildlife need your help!

Nevada, Southern Nevada DO

Recreation Fees increase at Red Rock Canyon January 1, 2023

LAS VEGAS – Recreation fees at Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area will increase starting January 1, 2023.

Oregon-Washington, Lakeview DO

BLM Lakeview Field Office Hires Three New Employees

The Bureau of Land Management’s Lakeview District has hired three new employees, Caroline Gish, Liza Hamilton, and Caitlin Emery.

National Office

BLM to hold virtual information forum on the recently issued oil and gas leasing policy guidance

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Bureau of Land Management will host a virtual information forum for interested stakeholders on the recently issued policy guidance to implement the oil an

National Office

Multiple Opportunities Open for Small and Tribally-Owned Business to Plug Orphaned Wells on Federal Lands

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Bureau of Land Management this week announced opportunities for both small and Tribally-owned businesses to bid on orphaned well plugging and restoration projects o

Idaho, Idaho Falls DO, Challis FO

BLM Challis Field Office enacting wintertime closures to protect wildlife

CHALLIS, Idaho—The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Challis Field Office is implementing seasonal motor vehicle closures in central Idaho, from Dec.

Nevada, Southern Nevada DO

Bureau of Land Management proceeds with processing of the Townsite Solar 2 Project Application

LAS VEGAS – The BLM has completed the initial evaluation of the Townsite Solar 2 Project right right-of-way application after coordination with appropria

National Office

The BLM and USFS issue second call for nominations to fill two vacancies on National Wild Horse and Burro Advisory Board

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Nevada, Carson City DO

Seasonal motorized vehicle closure at Sand Hills Critical Wildlife Habitat Area

CARSON CITY, Nev. - The Bureau of Land Management, Sierra Front Field Office seasonal motorized vehicle closure of the Sand Hills Critical Wildlife Area we