Press Releases

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Oregon-Washington, Prineville DO

BLM invites applications for special recreation permits on Lower Deschutes Wild and Scenic River

Prineville, Ore. — The BLM will accept permit applications for watercraft guiding activities on the Lower Deschutes River from October 1 – 31.

Oregon-Washington, Roseburg DO

Bureau of Land Management seeks input on Roseburg area recreation site plans

Roseburg, Ore. – The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is developing plans to restore and improve recreation areas along the North Umpqua River and Rock Creek.

Oregon-Washington, Roseburg DO

BLM Emergency Closure Order to be lifted near the Tyee Fire

Roseburg, Ore. - The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) will lift the emergency closure associated with the Tyee fire on lands administered by the BLM, Roseburg Dis

Oregon-Washington, Medford DO

BLM extends withdrawal of Oregon's Wheeler Creek Research Natural Area

The Bureau of Land Management has extended the withdrawal of the Wheeler Creek Research Natural Area in the Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest for another 20 years.
Oregon-Washington, Spokane DO

Public comment invited for U.S. Forest Service application for withdrawal extension to Halliday Fen Research Natural Area

Colville, Washington - The Bureau of Land Management is announcing a 90-day public comment period on an application by the U.S.

Oregon-Washington, Medford DO

Recent Rain Reduces Fire Restrictions on Bureau of Land Management Public Lands in Medford District

MEDFORD, Ore. – Thanks to widespread rain, Bureau of Land Management Medford District officials are reducing public use restrictions on BLM-managed lands in southern Oregon.

Oregon-Washington

BLM invites comment on proposal to conserve habitat in Harney County

PORTLAND, Ore.— The Bureau of Land Management invites public comment on a proposal to continue protecting nearly 200 acres of migratory bird habitat within the Malheur National Wil

Oregon-Washington, Roseburg DO

BLM Emergency Closure Order Rescinded near the Chilcoot Fire

Roseburg, Ore.

Oregon-Washington, Burns DO

Road Work Planned for Skull Creek Area Northwest of Hines

Hines, Ore. – The Bureau of Land Management strives to provide quality access to public lands in Harney County.

Oregon-Washington, Prineville DO

BLM plans fall and winter prescribed burning

Prineville, Ore. — As fall weather brings shorter days and cooler temperatures, the BLM is preparing for fall and winter prescribed burning.

Oregon-Washington

BLM celebrates National Public Lands Day with free day-use access

PORTLAND, Ore, — The Bureau of Land Management is waiving recreation day-use fees for visitors on September 23, 2023, in celebration of the 30th annual National Public Lands Day.

Oregon-Washington, Prineville DO

BLM Announces John Day-Snake Resource Advisory Council Meeting

Prineville, Ore.

Oregon-Washington, Roseburg DO

Join the Bureau of Land Management for National Public Lands Day

Roseburg, Ore. – Please join the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) for a volunteer friendly day of weed removal and cleanup at the Millpond and Lone Pine Recreation sit

Oregon-Washington

Help protect local communities

The Bureau of Land Management is hiring various jobs in wildland fire across Oregon and Washington. Jobs will open for firefighters, dispatchers and to work at airtanker bases starting in October. This is an opportunity for a career that helps protect local communities and public lands.
Oregon-Washington, Coos Bay DO

BLM Edson and Sixes recreation sites and campgrounds closed due to Anvil Fire

As a result of the Anvil Fire, the BLM is closing the Edson and Sixes campgrounds and recreation sites until further notice. This order is for the safety of the public and firefighter personnel.
Oregon-Washington, Vale DO

Vale Bureau of Land Management rescinding fire restrictions

VALE, Ore. – Effective Saturday, Sept.

Oregon-Washington, Spokane DO

BLM fire officials responding to wildfires in Yakima River Canyon

Yakima, WA.

Oregon-Washington, Prineville DO

Input sought on Cline Buttes Recreational Area Non-Motorized Project

Prineville, Ore. — The Bureau of Land Management is seeking public input on the Cline Buttes Recreational Area Non-Motorized Project.

Oregon-Washington, Spokane DO

San Juan Islands Monument Advisory Committee plans Sept. 27 meeting

San Juan Islands, WA. – The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) announced today that the San Juan Islands National Monument Advisory Committee (MAC) will meet on Sept. 27, 2023.

Oregon-Washington, Roseburg DO

BLM LWCF acquisition increases public access to the North Umpqua Wild and Scenic River

ROSEBURG, Ore. – The Bureau of Land Management recently acquired 216 acres along the

Oregon-Washington, Spokane DO

Public Use Restrictions lifted on BLM lands in eastern Washington

SPOKANE, WA – Effective Thursday, September 7, 2023 at 12:01 a.m., most public use fire and shooting restrictions will be lifted on lands administered by the Bureau of Land Managem

Oregon-Washington, Prineville DO

BLM expands public recreation opportunities along John Day River

Prineville, Ore. — The Bureau of Land Management recently acquired approximately 4,000 acres of property along the lower John Day Wild and Scenic River from the Western Rivers Cons

Oregon-Washington, Roseburg DO

Bureau of Land Management Closes Public Lands Within Tyee Ridge Complex Fires

Roseburg, Ore.

Oregon-Washington, Coos Bay DO, Roseburg DO

Bureau of Land Management Closes Public Lands Near Chilcoot Fire

Roseburg, Ore. – The Bureau of Land Management is closing public lands within the vicinity of the Chilcoot Fire, located near the Steamboat Creek and Canton Creek areas.

Oregon-Washington, Prineville DO

Bureau of Land Management installs cashless fee collection kiosks along Lower Deschutes Wild and Scenic River

Prineville, Ore.