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Idaho, Idaho Falls DO, Pocatello FO
Dry Ridge Mine

Public invited to review final analysis and draft decision on proposed phosphate mine in eastern Idaho

SODA SPRINGS, Idaho – The Bureau of Land Management Idaho Falls District and the Caribou-Targhee National Forest are releasing for 30-day public review the final environmental impact statement that

Oregon-Washington, Lakeview DO

BLM to Conduct Beaty Butte Wild Horse Gather

LAKEVIEW, Ore. — The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Lakeview District will begin a wild horse gather on or about December 1, 2022.

New Mexico, Rio Puerco FO, Farmington FO, Taos FO

BLM moves Northern New Mexico Advisory Council meeting to all virtual, cancels field tour

FARMINGTON, N.M. – Due to the increase in COVID-19 cases throughout Santa Fe County, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) will cancel the Northern New Mexico Resource Advisory Counc

Oregon-Washington, Coos Bay DO

Christmas Tree Permits Available Nov. 21

NORTH BEND, Ore. – Travelling to the woods to find the perfect Christmas tree is a holiday tradition for many families.

Idaho, Idaho Falls DO

Withdrawal Extended to Ensure Continued Preservation of National Historic Landmark in Idaho and Montana

Nevada

Christmas tree permits available in the Winnemucca District

Winnemucca, Nev. --The Winnemucca District will have Christmas tree cutting permits available for purchase from Nov. 15 until Dec. 24.

Oregon-Washington, Coos Bay DO

Prescribed burns planned on Coos Bay BLM lands

NORTH BEND, Ore. – The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) will begin burning slash piles on BLM-managed lands the week of Nov.

Idaho, Boise DO
BLM Boise District Wild Horse Wrangler adjusts halter on newly adopted wild horse

Adopt a wild horse at the Boise Off-Range Wild Horse Corrals

BOISE, Idaho— The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is hosting a wild horse adoption walk up event and Trainer Incentive Program pick-up at the Boise Off-Range Wild Horse Corrals from 9 a.m.

Colorado, Rocky Mountain DO, Royal Gorge FO

BLM plans nine burns in southeastern Colorado

CAÑON CITY, Colo. - The Bureau of Land Management is preparing to conduct pile burns in nine locations this winter.

California, Central California DO
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Goodwin Education Center reopens to the public at Carrizo Plain National Monument

Colorado

BLM Colorado Public Room holiday closures

California, California Desert DO
A rock pit with blue sky and clouds.

The BLM welcomes public comments on proposed mineral exploration project in Imperial County

Idaho, Idaho Falls DO, Salmon FO

BLM Salmon Field Office launches Adventure Kits for local children

SALMON, Idaho — The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Salmon Field Office has developed several BLM Adventure Kits that will be available for free checkout at the Salmon Public Libr

Nevada, Ely DO

BLM tree-thinning treatments improve land health and reduce catastrophic fire risk

ELY, Nev.

National Office
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Bureau of Land Management Releases Policy to Support Habitat Connectivity on Public Lands

The Bureau of Land Management released a new policy today designed to protect connections between habitats for fish, wildlife, and native plants, preserving the ability of wildlife to migrate between and across seasonal habitat, a concept known as habitat connectivity. The Bureau of Land Management released a new policy today designed to protect connections between habitats for fish, wildlife, and native plants, preserving the ability of wildlife to migrate between and across seasonal habitat, a concept known as habitat connectivity. The policy will support the BLM’s ongoing partnerships with states, Tribes and diverse stakeholders aimed at meeting 21st century conservation challenges.
Wyoming

Christmas tree permits available for BLM Wyoming public lands

CHEYENNE. Wyo.

Wyoming

Trails Center to present "Life and Times of Reverend De Smet" Saturday

California, Northern California DO
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The BLM releases mares into Twin Peaks Herd Management Area

SUSANVILLE, Calif.

Oregon-Washington, Roseburg DO

Prescribed Burning to Begin on BLM Managed Lands

Roseburg, Ore. – The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) will be conducting prescribed burns in portions of Douglas County on BLM-administered lands beginning the week of November 14.

California, California Desert DO
Grass and rocks with mountains.

The BLM lifts seasonal fire and target shooting restrictions in California Desert District

California, Central California DO
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The BLM plans pile burning near Chimney Peak Extensive Resource Management Area

Paria River DO

BLM announces December virtual meeting of the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument Advisory Committee

KANAB, Utah — The Bureau of Land Management will host a virtual public meeting of the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument Advisory Committee on Dec. 13, 2022, from 9 a.m.

California, Central California DO
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The BLM Bakersfield Field Office lifts fire restrictions

Idaho

Bureau of Land Management seeks comments on fee increase for Cove Recreation Site

California, Northern California DO
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The BLM welcomes public input on proposal to restore former target shooting area

REDDING, Calif.