Press Releases

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National Office

Secretary Jewell, Congressman Hoyer Call for Full Funding of Landmark Recreation, Conservation Program at Maryland's Douglas Point

U.S. Secretary of the Interior Sally Jewell and U.S.

Nevada

Red Rock Canyon Campground to Close Until Labor Day Weekend

Las Vegas - Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area’s developed campground -- Red Rock Campground -- is scheduled to temporarily close from May 26 to September 4, 2015 during th

Alaska

BLM Seeks Nominations to Resource Advisory Council

ANCHORAGE, Alaska - The Bureau of Land Management in Alaska announc

Nevada

Adoption event offers saddle-trained horses

The Bureau of Land Management and the Nevada Department of Corrections - Silver State Industries are hosting the second of four annual saddle-trained horse adoption events Saturday, May 30, at the

Nevada

BLM Nevada Accepting Applications for Resource Advisory Councils

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Nevada is accepting nominations for open positions on its three Resource Advisory Councils (RACs) until June 22.

Wyoming

BLM Wants You to be Be Careful with Fire over Memorial Day

Sunshine and blue skies make this time of year perfect for camping and outdoor activities.

Idaho

BLM Offers Tips for This Memorial Day Weekend

A wide range of recreational opportunities abounds for individuals of all ages and interests in Idaho.

Idaho

STEPPE UP for Fire Education and Awareness

This month, the BLM Idaho in cooperation with other resource partners is launching a new fire education campaign to encourage fire-safe practices within a unique ecosystem -- the sagebrush steppe.

Idaho

BLM Artists in Residence to Share Experiences and Exhibit Artwork Inspired by Idaho Wilderness

An upcoming art exhibition will highlight the unique landscape of Idaho Owyhee Canyonlands Wilderness from the perspective of the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Artists in Residence.

Utah

BLM-Utah Resource Advisory Council Seeks Second Call for Nominations

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) in Utah is seeking public nominations for five open positions on its Utah Resource Advisory Council (RAC).

New Mexico

Target Shooting on BLM Farmington Field Office Public Lands

As summer approaches, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Farmington Field Office reminds target and recreational shooters to act responsibly while enjoying shooting sports on BLM public lands.

Colorado

BLM seeks nominations to Resource Advisory Councils

The Bureau of Land Management today announced that it is seeking public nominations for open positions on 15 Resource Advisory Councils (RACs), which advise the BLM on public land issues.  Thi

Utah

BLM-Utah Quarterly Oil and Gas Lease Sale Results 5/19/2015

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Utah received bonus bids totaling $256,248.50 for 11 parcels covering 13,344 acres at the quarterly oil and gas lease sale held today at the BLM-Utah State Offic

Utah

BLM Sets Sanpete County Coal Lease Sale for June 17, 2015

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) will hold a competitive coal lease sale by sealed bid at 1 p.m.

Nevada

Southern Nevada Fire Restrictions Announced

Las Vegas – Tomorrow the Bureau of Land Management, Bureau of Reclamation, National Park Service, Nevada Division of Forestry, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and U.S.

Colorado

BLM Colorado oil and gas lease sale nets $32.1 Million

Today, the Bureau of Land Management Colorado State Office sold 73 parcels totaling 32,962 acres for $32,140,365 including rentals and fees at its quarterly oil and gas lease sale.

Colorado

BLM oil and gas lease sale nets $32.1 Million

DENVER – Today, the Bureau of Land Management Colorado State Office sold 73 parcels totaling 32,962 acres for $32,140,365 including rentals and fees at its quarterly oil and gas lease sale.

Oregon-Washington

Oregon BLM Plans Open Houses and Workshops

Six Bureau of Land Management (BLM) District offices will be offering opportunities for the public to learn about the Draft Resource Management Plan (RMP)/Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for w

Nevada

Sloan Canyon National Conservation Area Open House to be Held May 27

Las Vegas –The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Red Rock/Sloan Field Office will host an open house on the Sloan Canyon National Conservation Area Implementation Management Str

Colorado

BLM and Colorado Canyons Association help kids scavenge for knowledge

GRAND JUNCTION, Colo.

Alaska

More Than 1,600 Students to Attend Outdoor Week

ANCHORAGE – The BLM Campbell Creek Science Center and the Anchorage

National Office

BLM Recognizes Employees at Awards Ceremony

On behalf of the Bureau of Land Management, BLM Deputy Director Linda Lance today presented awards to agency employees and teams for their exceptional service to the nation as public servants.

Montana-Dakotas

BLM Montana/Dakotas Oil and Gas Lease Sale Nets Just Over $44,000

As part of President Obama's all-of-the-above strategy to continue to expand safe and responsible domestic energy production, a Bureau of Land Management (BLM) oil and gas lease auction Wednesday,