Press Releases

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Wyoming

Don’t be Left in the Dark: Eclipse-Themed Programs at the Trails Center

CASPER, Wyo. - Engage minds in the days leading to Casper’s once-in-a-lifetime event at The National Historic Trails Interpretive Center (NHTIC) Thursday, Aug.

National Office

Secretary Zinke Announces No Changes to Sand to Snow National Monument in California

WASHINGTON – Today, U.S.

Oregon-Washington

BLM Vale District announces eclipse preparations

VALE, Ore.

Wyoming

BLM calls for fire safety during the 2017 solar eclipse

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – On Monday, Aug. 21, visitors to Wyoming public lands are encouraged to practice fire safety while traveling to and viewing the solar eclipse.

Wyoming

BLM partners with Mustang Heritage Foundation to host wild horse training challenge

ROCK SPRINGS, Wyo. – On Aug. 26-27, the public is invited to come see the next Trainer Incentive Program challenge, where participants will showcase their skills in training wild horses.

Wyoming

Get ready for the Wyoming Mustang Days competition!

DOUGLAS, Wyo. - The Bureau of Land Management invites past adopters and owners of wild horses to enter the 8th annual wild horse competition at Wyoming Mustang Days, Aug.

Oregon-Washington

Northwest Oregon: Increased Fire Restrictions Begin August 14

Salem, Ore.— Beginning at 12:01am on Monday, August 14, campfires and open source flames will be prohibited throughout the Bureau of Land Management (BLM)’s Cascades and U

Oregon-Washington

Updated Campfire Restrictions Within the Path of Totality

Portland, Ore. – On August 21, 2017 a total solar eclipse will cross the nation beginning on Oregon’s coast at about 9 a.m.

New Mexico

BLM Offers Guided Hike for Prehistoric Trackways

LAS CRUCES, N.M.

Montana-Dakotas

Dillon BLM seeks comments on abandoned mine cleanup plan

(DILLON, Mont.) – The Bureau of Land Management’s Dillon Field Office is looking for public input on its proposal to eliminate physical safety hazards resulting from historic mining activity in the

Montana-Dakotas

BLM opens public scoping for March 2018 oil and gas lease sale

(BILLINGS, Mont.) – In keeping with the Administration’s goals of promoting America’s energy independence, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) opened a 15

Wyoming

BLM updates fire restrictions on public lands throughout Wyoming

CHEYENNE, Wyo. - The Bureau of Land Management is updating fire restrictions in several counties due to current conditions and in anticipation of the influx visitors for the Aug.

Wyoming

Courtship, Wagons and Peace at the Trails Center

CASPER, Wyo - Death, chivalry and wagon packing will be the focus at the National Historic Trails Interpretive Center (NHTIC)Saturday, August 12 and Sunday, August 13, during three free interpretat

Idaho

High Fire danger increases across Idaho

Idaho – Several large wildfires— the majority of them human-caused— are currently burning across the state.

Oregon-Washington, Spokane DO

Washington: Public comment period open for mine expansion

Today, the BLM Spokane District posted the environmental assessment for the proposed Lane Mountain South mine expansion. The environmental assessment is now available for a 30-day public review and comment period.
Nevada

BLM concludes Marietta Wild Burro gather

CARSON CITY, Nev.

Nevada

BLM concludes Marietta Wild Burro gather

CARSON CITY, Nev.

Utah

The BLM welcomes Speed Week to Utah’s Bonneville Salt Flats

SALT LAKE CITY—The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Salt Lake Field Office welcomes the Southern California Timing Association (SCTA) and Speed Week racers to the Bonneville Salt Fl

New Mexico

Wild Horse & Burro Adoption Event in Girard, Kan.

Norman, Okla. - The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) will hold a wild horse and burro adoption event in Girard, Kan., on Aug. 25-26, 2017.