Press Releases
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BLM cleans up multiple illegal dumpsites in Big Horn and Washakie counties
Approximately 125,000 pounds of garbage were removed from more than 40 acres of public lands. The cleanups were conducted by contractors qualified to remove hazardous materials and other potential hazards.
BLM Newcastle to burn slash piles in Crook and Weston counties
The Bureau of Land Management Newcastle Field Office plans to burn slash piles this winter on BLM-administered public lands in Crook and Weston counties. Burning may continue as conditions permit through April 2025.
BLM closes Muddy Mountain Road for the winter
The Bureau of Land Management closed the Muddy Mountain Road for the winter, effective Dec. 31, 2024.
BLM Pinedale and Kemmerer Field Offices announce big game winter range closures
BLM Kemmerer & Pinedale Field Offices will close public big game winter ranges to motorized vehicles Jan. 1–Apr. 30, 2025, to protect wildlife during harsh winter months. Non-motorized access allowed.
BLM seeks public input on Lucky Star Wind Transmission Line Project
The BLM’s Rawlins Field Office initiated a 15-day public scoping period prior to preparing an environmental assessment for the Lucky Star Wind Transmission Line Project in Carbon and Albany counties.
BLM updates management plan for Rock Springs Field Office
BLM today announces a decision for management of the Rock Springs Field Office in Wyoming.
BLM approves Two Rivers wind energy project
The BLM Rawlins Field Office today issued a decision record approving the Two Rivers wind energy project on 4,507 acres of BLM-managed land near Medicine Bow and Rock River in Carbon and Albany counties.
BLM invites public participation in Nebraska land use plan revision process
The BLM is offering in-person public meetings in Scottsbluff and Valentine, Neb., to provide information and solicit feedback during the Draft RMP comment period.
Shoreline restored at Hogan Reservoir near Cody
Visitors to the Hogan and Luce Recreation Area near Cody will notice an improved, safer shoreline, new rock fishing pier and other improvements.
BLM holds December 2024 sale for Wyoming oil and gas leases
CHEYENNE, Wyo. – The Bureau of Land Management Wyoming State Office held a competitive oil and gas lease sale, offering 51 parcels covering 60,427 acres in Wyoming.
BLM to hold public meetings on proposed Newcastle land use plan revision
The Bureau of Land Management is hosting a series of public meetings in January where people can learn more about the Draft Newcastle and Nebraska Resource Management Plans (RMP) and Environmental Impact Statement (EIS).
BLM updates overnight fees at Lander-area campgrounds
In order to keep up with increasing demand, while allowing us to continue to provide high quality services, we're raising overnight fees at three campgrounds in the Lander Field Office area, effective May 1, 2025.
BLM Pinedale and Kemmerer Field Office seeks volunteers for bald eagle survey
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Pinedale and Kemmerer Field Office is seeking volunteers to assist with a national mid-winter bald eagle survey on Saturday, Jan. 11, 2025.
BLM seeks public comment on wild horse gentling and adoption partnership
The BLM completed scoping in Oct. 2024 and is now seeking public comment.
BLM reevaluates Muddy Mountain Road closure, keeps road open until further notice
The Bureau of Land Management has reevaluated its decision to close Muddy Mountain Road on Dec. 2 following an assessment of weather forecasts for the Casper area. The road will remain open until further notice.
BLM Casper to burn slash piles in Natrona County
The Bureau of Land Management plans to burn slash piles this winter in Natrona County. The pile burns will reduce material accumulated from previous fuels reduction projects.
BLM High Plains District lifts fire resctrictions
Fire restrictions have been lifted for public lands administered by the Bureau of Land Management in the Buffalo, Casper and Newcastle field offices.
Christmas tree permits available in Wyoming
Christmas tree permits are available online at https://forestproducts.blm.gov. The cost for a permit is $7.50 to $10 per tree, depending on location.
BLM temporarily closes Worland offices during HVAC replacement
While the offices will be closed Dec. 3-16, you may continue to reach staff by phone.
Please schedule in-person visits before or after this time period.
BLM to burn slash piles in the Bighorn Mountains
The Bureau of Land Management Buffalo Field Office plans to burn slash piles this fall and winter on BLM-administered public lands in the following areas of western Johnson County.
BLM seeks input on further analysis for June 2022 oil and gas lease sale
The Bureau of Land Management is seeking public comment on its supplemental analysis for the Environmental Assessment completed for the June 2022 oil and gas lease sale in Wyoming.
Major Milestone: Crews Remove Wildcat Canyon Stock Pond Dam, Land Restoration Underway
The Bureau of Land Management WY Pinedale Field Office is proud to announce the successful removal of the Wildcat Canyon Dam, a significant step forward in environmental conservation and ecosystem restoration efforts.
BLM High Desert District plans to conduct prescribed burns
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) High Desert District (HDD) may conduct prescribed burns on multiple lands managed by the Rawlins Field Office and associated partners this fall and winter.
BLM seeks input on proposed resource management plans for northeast Wyoming, Nebraska
The BLM is seeking public input on two draft plans to update the management of public lands and minerals in Nebraska and northeast Wyoming. This starts a 90-day public comment period.
BLM to burn slash piles this fall and winter
Contingent upon fuel moistures and weather, the Cody, Lander and Worland field offices will burn slash piles beginning in mid-November and into April.