Press Releases
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Bureau of Land Management to begin the FY2024 Blue Wing Complex Wild Horse and Burro Gather
On or about July 08, 2024, the Bureau of Land Management plans to begin a wild horse and burro gather on and around the Blue Wing Complex (Complex) located near Lovelock, Nev., using the helicopter-assisted method.
Bureau of Land Management concludes the FY2024 Caliente Complex Bait and Water Trap Wild Horse Gather
The Bureau of Land Management concluded the FY2024 Caliente Complex Bait and Water Trap Wild Horse Gather near Caliente, Nev., on June 29, 2024. The BLM gathered and removed 382 excess wild horses from public lands.
Central and Northwestern Nevada Stage 1 Fire Restrictions Announced for Public and State Lands
On June 29, 2024, the Bureau of Land Management, Nevada Division of Forestry and USDA Forest Service are implementing Stage 1 fire restrictions in northwestern and central Nevada due to High Fire Danger.
Bureau of Land Management sand and gravel sale generates more than $7.6 million
announcement of results of 6-28-24 mineral materials sale
BLM seeks comment on proposed plan amendment and land sale in Nevada
The BLM invites public input on a proposal to sell approximately 249 acres of BLM-administered public lands in Nye County roughly 64 miles southwest of Ely. Comments are needed on or before Aug. 12, 2024.
BLM oil and gas lease sale in Nevada received no bids
BLM Nevada held oil and gas lease sale, received no bids.
BLM seeks comments for October geothermal lease sale across Nevada
public comments sought for October geothermal lease sale
Stage 1 Northeastern Nevada Fire Restrictions Announced for 2024
On June 20, 2024, the Bureau of Land Management, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Elko County Fire, Nevada Division of Forestry and USDA Forest Service are implementing fire restrictions in Northeastern Nevada.
Fire Restrictions in Western Nevada to begin June 21
BLM, Carson City District Office; the Bureau of Indian Affairs, Bureau of Reclamation, Nevada Division of Forestry, and the Fish & Wildlife Service, implementing fire restrictions effective Fri., June 21, at 12:01 a.m.
BLM seeks public input for the Dutch Flat Exploration Project in Nevada
The Bureau of Land Management is seeking public comments on the proposed Dutch Flat Exploration Project in Humboldt County.
Bureau of Land Management moves auction of 25.6 million tons and 740,000 loose cubic yards of sand and gravel to June 28
Bureau of Land Management moves auction of 25.6 million tons and 740,000 loose cubic yards of sand and gravel to June 28
June 2024 BLM and NNCC saddle-started wild horse adoption a success
The Bureau of Land Management and the Nevada Department of Corrections – Silver State Industries conducted a saddle-started wild horse adoption event at the Northern Nevada Correctional Center on June 15, 2024.
Public comment extended on grazing flexibilities, range improvements on LCT habitat in Nevada
public comment period extended
Legacy Baja Nevada 2024 competitive OHV race to begin June 28
Legacy Racing Association will hold the Legacy Baja Nevada 2024 competitive off-highway vehicle race beginning Friday, June 28, near Mesquite, Nev., and concluding Saturday, June 29, near Ely, Nev.
Bristlecone Field Office initiates public scoping for Pancake Complex Herd Management Area Plan
The Bureau of Land Management Ely District, Bristlecone Field Office is developing a Herd Management Area Plan (HMAP) for the Pancake Complex. A 30-day public scoping period will begins June 13 and ends July 15, 2024.
Acting Deputy Secretary Daniel-Davis highlights DOI's clean energy progress in Nevada
A Notice of Availability of the final environmental analysis for the Greenlink West Transmission Project will publish to the Federal Register on June 14th initiating a 30-day public comment period that ends on July 15.
BLM urges western Nevada residents to take wildfire precautions for 2024
The Bureau of Land Management is advising residents living within the Carson City District, which encompasses 11 counties in western Nevada and eastern California to be aware of wildfire prevention.
Southern Nevada Fire Restrictions Order Announced for 2024
Interagency Fire Restrictions in Southern Nevada are effective from June 8, 2024 until the 31st day of December 2024, unless rescinded earlier.
Mojave Southern Great Basin Resource Advisory Council meets August 14 & 15 in Las Vegas
notice for August 14 & 15 Mojave Southern Great Basin meeting
BLM Removes Dry Fuels to Reduce Wildfire Risk
BLM fire personnel carried out mowing operations to remove fine fuels and reduce the risk of wildfire in the Battle Mountain District near the Copper Basin Mountain Bike Trail, southwest of Battle Mountain.
BLM seeks public input for the Wildcat Exploration Project in Nevada
The Bureau of Land Management is seeking public input on a preliminary Environmental Assessment for the Wildcat Exploration Project in the Seven Troughs Range of Pershing County.
BLM Las Vegas Field Office to auction 25.6 million tons of sand and gravel on June 14, 2024
Las Vegas Field Office to auction 25.6 million tons and 740,000 loose cubic yards of sand and gravel on Friday, June 14 at the BLM Las Vegas Field Office.
Vandalism on Winnemucca Mountain is under investigation 2024
Vandalism to Winnemucca Mountain occurred approximately May 12, 2024, and is currently under investigation.
BLM issues analysis for proposed gold mine expansion in eastern Nevada
The Bureau of Land Management has issued its final environmental impact statement (EIS) analyzing the potential effect of the proposed expansion of the Bald Mountain gold mine in eastern Nevada.
Black Rock Station will be open to the public
The Black Rock Station will be reopening to visitors starting Memorial Day weekend through August 11, 2024.