Press Releases

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Utah

BLM-Utah Resource and Recreation Resource Advisory Council Meeting and Conference Call

The Bureau of Land Management's (BLM) Utah Resource Advisory Council (RAC) and Recreation Resource Advisory Council (RecRAC) will host a meeting and conference call on Wednesday, Aug.

Alaska

BLM Receives Proposal for Mineral Exploration on Lands Withdrawn for NOAA near Fort Knox Mine

The BLM's news release of July 11, 2014 incorrectly listed

Colorado

BLM launches scoping period on proposed CO2 wells

CANON CITY, Colo. – The Bureau of Land Management Royal Gorge Field Office is starting a public scoping period on two proposed CO2 wells near Gardner, CO. 

Nevada

BLM Nevada Photo Contest Ends August 31, 2014

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM), Nevada is accepting submissions for its second photo contest through August 31.

Utah

BLM Announces Appointments to Council to Help Advise Agency on Balanced Management of Nations Public Lands

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) announced new appointments or reappointments of members to Utahs citizen-based Resource Advisory Council (RAC), which advises the BLM on public land issues.

New Mexico

BLM to Hold Federal Oil and Gas Lease Sale on July 16, 2014

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is offering 31 parcels for oil and gas leasing mineral rights on Federal mineral estate for Chavez, Eddy, Guadalupe, and Lea Counties.

Nevada

Black Rock Desert to Feature Artist in Residence Exhibits

From July 26 through August 9, 2014, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) welcomes the public to the inaugural exhibit of artwork by the Black Rock Desert Artists in Residence.

Colorado

20th Anniversary Commemoration of South Canyon Fire Sunday

GLENWOOD SPRINGS, Colo.

Wyoming

BLM Director Presents 2014 Awards to BLM Wyoming Employees

During a recent visit to Cheyenne, Wyo., Bureau of Land Management Director Neil Kornze presented national awards to several BLM Wyoming employees.

Idaho

Help Prevent Wildfires this Holiday Weekend!

Hot and dry temperatures are predicted for the upcoming holiday weekend, and firefighters are asking for the public help to prevent human-caused wildfires.

Colorado

No fire restrictions for July 4 weekend, but caution urged

GRAND JUNCTION, Colo.

Nevada

Dry Lake Solar Energy Zone Auction Selects Three Potential Developers

Las Vegas –The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) today sought competitive bids to develop solar energy projects on up to approximately 3,083 acres of public land in the Dry Lake Sola

New Mexico

Mammoth Tusk Found by BLM Grazing Permittees

New Mexico’s standing as a paleontological hot spot has once again been confirmed.  Recently, Bureau of Land Management (BLM) grazing permittees Tom and Sissy Olney reported that a possible ma

Colorado

BLM offers land in Delta County for competitive lease sale

MONTROSE, Colo.—  The Bureau of Land Management in Colorado will host a competitive coal lease sale at 10 a.m.

Wyoming

Be Safe with Fireworks this July 4th

The Wyoming Bureau of Land Management (BLM) wishes everyone an enjoyable, but safe 4th of July.

Montana-Dakotas

Remember Fire Safety and Restrictions this 4th of July

As the 4th of July approaches, the Bureau of Land Management would like to remind everyone that fireworks are prohibited on BLM managed lands.

Nevada

Red Rock Canyon to Feature Local Artist Exhibits July-August 2014

Las Vegas – Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area will display its first Artist-in-Residence program exhibition from July 4 until August 30.

Colorado

BLM approves transmission line route between Rifle and Parachute

SILT, Colo. – The Bureau of Land Management today announced it has approved a route for a new 230kV transmission line between Rifle and Parachute.

Nevada

BLM to Host Competitive Auction for Dry Lake Solar Energy Zone

Las Vegas – The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) will host a competitive auction for public lands in the Dry Lake Solar Energy Zone at the City of North Las Vegas Council Chambers o

Nevada

No Fireworks Allowed on BLM Managed Public Lands

Las Vegas –While fireworks are available in Nye County and safe and sane fireworks go on sale in Clark County June 28, fire restrictions remain in place in Southern Nevada. 

Colorado

BLM announces decision approving Sutey Ranch land exchange

SILT, Colo. – Today the Bureau of Land Management announced its decision to approve the Sutey Ranch Land Exchange in Eagle, Garfield, and Pitkin counties, initiating a 45-day protest period.

Montana-Dakotas

BLM Montana-Dakotas Issues Third Call for Nominations to Resource Advisory Council

The Bureau of Land Management in Montana has re-opened the call for nominations for open positions on its Western and Central Montana Resource Advisory Councils, which advise the BLM on public land

Alaska

Seward Peninsula Rapid Ecoregional Assessment

The BLM today issued its first Rapid Ecoregional Assessment, or REA