Press Releases
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Bureau of Land Management announces February 5 & 6 meeting of the Mojave Southern Great Basin Resource Advisory Council
The Bureau of Land Management announced that the Mojave Southern Great Basin Resource Advisory Council (RAC) will host a field tour on February 5 and a public meeting on February 6 in Las Vegas.
Biden-Harris Administration proposes protections for Ruby Mountains
BLM is taking steps to protect Nevada's Ruby Mountains.
BLM seeks public input for proposed Las Vegas Valley land sale
The Bureau of Land Management is seeking public comment on a proposal to sell 11 parcels totaling 89 acres of public lands throughout the Las Vegas Valley through the Southern Nevada Public Land Management Act.
BLM invests $1.79 million to reduce wildfire risks in Nevada communities
BLM Nevada announces partnering agencies awarded funds for fuels reduction projects in 2025 - 2026.
BLM to begin a Fish Creek Herd Management Area Wild Horse Gather
Plans is to begin a wild horse gather on or about Jan. 6, 2025, in and around the Fish Creek Herd Management Area (HMA) using the helicopter-assisted method.
BLM seeks input on proposed lithium exploration project
The Bureau of Land Management is seeking public input on a preliminary environmental assessment for the proposed Nevada North Lithium Exploration Project in Elko County.
BLM completes environmental assessment for the Sierra Solar Utilities Project
The BLM today issued a Final Environmental Assessment for the Sierra Solar Utilities Project.
BLM seeks input on proposed land sale to speed Anaconda copper mine cleanup
The BLM is seeking public input on the proposed sale of 2,062 acres of public lands within the Anaconda Mine Site in Lyon County to Atlantic Richfield Company in order to facilitate clean-up activities at the site.
BLM seeks input for proposed natural gas pipeline near Valmy
The BLM is seeking public comments on the proposed Valmy Lateral Pipeline Project, which would consist of a 16-mile, 24-inch buried natural gas pipeline between the existing Ruby Pipeline and the Valmy Power Plant.
Seasonal motorized vehicle closure at Sand Hills Critical Wildlife Habitat Area
The BLM, Sierra Front Field Office seasonal motorized vehicle closure of the Sand Hills Critical Wildlife Area went into effect on Dec. 1, 2024, and will end on April 30, 2025.
BLM seeks input on proposed wild horse gather plan for Lahontan Herd Management Area
The Bureau of Land Management is seeking public input to help inform an environmental assessment of the proposed Lahontan Wild Horse Gather Plan.
BLM announces transfer of lands to Walker River Paiute Tribe
The BLM announced the withdrawal of lands around Walker Lake and transfer that land into trust for the Walker River Indian Reservation.
Bureau of Land Management concludes the FY2025 Triple B Complex Wild Horse Gather
The BLM Elko District, Wells Field Office and Ely District, Bristlecone Field Office on Dec. 4, 2024, concluded the FY2025 Triple B Complex wild horse gather in Elko and White Pine counties, 60 miles north of Ely, Nev.
BLM to burn slash piles in south Steptoe Valley
Weather permitting, the Bureau of Land Management Ely District on Monday, Dec. 9, 2024 will begin burning slash piles of pinyon pine and juniper on public lands in south Steptoe Valley, approximately 25-30 miles south of Ely.
Temporary closure of certain public land for the 2024 SNORE Laughlin Rage at the River OHV Race
Announces temporary closure for the 2024 Rage at the River OHV Event
Christmas tree permits will be available on the Winnemucca District
The Winnemucca District will have Christmas tree cutting permits available for purchase starting Nov. 25 through Dec. 24.
The Bureau of Land Management concluded the FY2025 Buffalo Hills Herd Management Area Wild Horse and Burro Gather
The Black Rock Field Office (BRFO) has concluded the FY2025 Buffalo Hills Herd Management Area wild horse and burro gather near Gerlach, Nev., on November 25, 2024.
Christmas tree permits will be available on the Elko District
The Elko District (EDO) will have Christmas tree cutting permits available for purchase starting Nov. 21 through Dec. 24.
BLM approves Robertson Mine Project in Nevada
Approval allows Nevada Gold Mines, LLC to explore and mine for precious metals.
Wells Field Office issues decision on the O’Neil Final Environmental Assessment for sage grouse habitat restoration
A Decision Record and Finding of No Significant Impact for the O’Neil Project Planning Area Final Environmental Assessment for the treatments on 208,000 acres to improve and protect Greater sage-grouse habitat.
BLM plans prescribed burn in Douglas County
The BLM is planning a prescribed burn of piles of woody debris on 209 acres of BLM administered lands along upper Sunrise Pass Road, in the Pinenut Mountains east of Gardnerville Nevada.
Governor Lombardo renews Nevada's commitment to shared stewardship with a five-year extension of the multi-agency agreement
The State/Federal partnership works to restore critical landscapes while protecting Nevada’s communities, economy, and environment from the threat of wildfire.
BLM Christmas Tree permits available online & in-person, starting November 18
The Bureau of Land Management, Carson City District, will begin selling Christmas tree permits on Mon., Nov. 18, online and in-person. The permit is valid from the date of purchase through Dec. 25.
BLM seeks public input for proposed Purple Sage Solar Project
The Bureau of Land Management is seeking public comment on a Draft Environmental Impact Statement for the Purple Sage Energy Center proposed on approximately 4,424 acres of public lands in Clark County.
Herbicide treatment to begin soon on public lands near Goodsprings, Mormon Mesa and Gold Butte
Beginning November 15, 2024, BLM will be implementing a hazardous fuels reduction project via the aerial dispersal of herbicide.