Press Releases

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Oregon-Washington, Burns DO, Lakeview DO, Vale DO

BLM seeks nominations to Southeast Oregon Resource Advisory Council

BURNS, Ore. – The Bureau of Land Management today announced that it is seeking public nominations for positions on the Southeast Oregon Resource Advisory Council (RAC).

Oregon-Washington, Prineville DO, Vale DO

BLM seeks nominations to John Day-Snake Resource Advisory Council

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) today announced that it is seeking public nominations for positions on the John Day-Snake Resource Advisory Council This citizen-based committee assists in the d

Oregon-Washington, Burns DO, Lakeview DO, Northwest Oregon DO, Spokane DO, Vale DO

BLM Seeks Nominations for Six Advisory Councils in Oregon, Washington

Portland, Ore. — The Bureau of Land Management today announced that it is seeking public nominations for six advisory councils in Oregon and Washington.

Idaho

BLM seeks nominations to the Idaho Resource Advisory Council

BOISE, Idaho–The Bureau of Land Management is seeking public nominations for positions on the Idaho Resource Advisory Council (RAC).

Oregon-Washington, Burns DO

Steens Mountain Advisory Council Accepting Applications for Membership

Hines, Ore. – Did you know the Bureau of Land Management has Resource Advisory Councils – made up of people just like you – that give citizen-based advice and recommendati

New Mexico, Pecos DO

BLM seeks nominations to the Southern New Mexico Resource Advisory Council

ROSWELL, N.M. — Today, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) announ

New Mexico, Albuquerque DO, Rio Puerco FO

BLM seeks nominations to Rio Puerco Management Committee

New Mexico, Albuquerque DO, Rio Puerco FO, Farmington DO, Farmington FO, Taos FO

BLM seeks nominations to the Northern New Mexico Resource Advisory Council

Nevada, Battle Mountain DO, Ely DO, Southern Nevada DO

Bureau of Land Management Seeks Nominations to the Mojave Southern Great Basin Resource Advisory Council

LAS VEGAS -- The Bureau of Land Management today announced that it is seeking public nominations for 10 positions on the Mojave Southern Great Basin Resource Advisory Council (RAC.

Idaho

BLM and partners finalize travel management plan in southwestern Idaho

BOISE, Idaho—After extensive work with local partners, the Bureau of Land Management today finalized a decision to create a comprehensive system of existing motorized routes throug

California

BLM plans prescribed fire near Walker Pass and Keysville in Kern County

BAKERSFIELD, Calif.

Arizona, Colorado River DO

BLM prescribed burning planned in the Hualapai Mountains

KINGMAN, Ariz.

Oregon-Washington

Bureau of Land Management Oregon/Washington goes batty

Fat Bear Week is over, but you can still support wild animals in need. It’s time for the annual Bureau of Land Management Bat Beauty Contest, and your local Oregon bats are here to defend their crown.
Eastern States

BLM to host wild horse and burro event in Gonzales, Louisiana

FLOWOOD, Miss.

Alaska

Bureau of Land Management’s Alaska Resource Advisory Council to hold meeting

ANCHORAGE, Alaska — The Bureau of Land Management will hold an Alaska Resource Advisory Council (RAC) meet

Wyoming

BLM set to kick off Marton Ranch planning with public meeting

Casper, Wyo. – The Bureau of Land Management is seeking the public’s input on the future management of the Marton Ranch property southwest of Casper.

Colorado

Colorado’s Rocky Mountain Resource Advisory Council to Meet in November

CANON CITY, Colo. – The Bureau of Land Management’s Rocky Mountain Resource Advisory Council (RAC) will meet at the BLM’s Royal Gorge Field Office on Nov. 9, 2023, from 9 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. MST.

Idaho

BLM shares public feedback and revised process in Idaho Renewable Energy Strategy

Addressing the increase in industry demand for renewable energy projects on BLM-managed public lands in southern Idaho, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is making available the Public Engagement Report, which compiles feedback received during four public meetings held in early spring.
Alaska

BLM seeks input on its plan for aquatic and riparian restoration projects in Alaska

ANCHORAGE, Alaska – The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is seeking public input to help develop a programma

National Office

John Gale Selected as Program Executive for Intergovernmental and External Affairs for the BLM Western Headquarters Office

GRAND JUNCTION, CO – Today the Bureau of Land Management announced the selection of John Gale to fill the new Senior Executive Service position at the Western Headquarter

Nevada, Ely DO

Bureau of Land Management concludes the FY2024 Moriah Herd Area Wild Horse Gather

ELY, Nev. – The Bureau of Land Management concluded the FY2024 Moriah Herd Area wild horse gather near Ely, Nev., on October 23, 2023.

Montana-Dakotas

BLM seeks public comment for oil and gas lease sale in North Dakota

BILLINGS, Mont. – The Bureau of Land Management Montana-Dakotas State Office today opened a 30-day public comment period to receive public input on six oil and gas parcels totaling 2,335