Public Input & Actions

BLM publishes proposed and final rules in the Federal Register and carries out environmental reviews in compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act. Announcing and explaining bureau plans and proposals and providing the public an opportunity to comment on proposed actions is an important part of informed management. We encourage citizens to make their voices heard on the issues that are important to them.
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Nevada

BLM plans prescribed burn in Washoe County

The Carson City District, in conjunction with Desert Research Institute, is planning to implement a prescribed burn in the vicinity of Red Rock Road and Bird Springs Road, south of Rancho Haven in Washoe County.
Arizona, Arizona Strip DO, Arizona Strip FO

Christmas tree permits are available on public lands on the Arizona Strip

The BLM is offering permits to harvest Christmas trees through December 25.
Oregon-Washington

BLM opens public comment period on the North Deeded Density Management Project DNA

The BLM Northwest Oregon District Siuslaw Field Office has begun a public comment period on the North Deeded Density Management Project DNA. This comment period will run for the next 30 days, from 11/20/2025 - 12/20/2025.
Utah, Color Country DO, Cedar City FO

Seed Collection Permit Approved for Granite Seed

BLM approves Granite Seed request of a permit for manual collection of 10,000 lbs. of Wyoming Big Sagebrush seed within a 23,040-acre area of BLM-administered surface lands located within the Cedar City Field Office.
California, Bakersfield FO

BLM to conduct prescribed fire in Kern County for wildfire prevention

The Bureau of Land Management plans to conduct prescribed fire operations when conditions allow this fall and winter in areas of the Keysville Recreation Area and Walker Pass Campgrounds, near Lake Isabella and Canebrake in Kern County. Prescribed burning helps to reduce hazardous fuels, moderate the potential negative effects of wildland fire, and increase firefighter and public safety. Burning may continue through mid-March depending on weather conditions. Pile-burn operations will only be conducted when weather and fuel moistures allow for safe and successful burning.
Nevada

BLM signs decision record for Robinson Summit Substation Expansion and Interconnection Project

The BLM today signed the decision record for the expansion and interconnection of the Robinson Summit Substation in White Pine County, finding no significant environmental impact to moving forward with the Project.
Utah, West Desert DO, Salt Lake FO

BLM Proposes Stream Stabilization and Habitat Improvements in Upper Bear River Watershed

BLM proposes installing simple wood and rock structures to restore stream function, reduce erosion, and improve habitat in the Upper Bear River watershed.
Wyoming, High Desert DO, Rock Springs FO

BLM to reduce hazardous fuels with prescribed fire in Sweetwater County

The Bureau of Land Management High Desert District may conduct prescribed burns this fall and winter on lands managed by the Rock Springs field office, in coordination with associated partners.
California

BLM to conduct prescribed fire at Bodie Hills for wildfire prevention

BISHOP, Calif. — The Bureau of Land Management Bishop Field Office plans to conduct prescribed fire operations when conditions allow this fall and winter in areas of the Bodie Hills, northeast of Lee Vining, in Mono County. Prescribed burning helps to reduce hazardous fuels, moderate the potential negative effects of wildland fire, and increase firefighter and public safety. Burning may continue through mid-March depending on weather conditions. Pile-burn operations will only be conducted when weather and fuel moistures allow for safe and successful burning.
California

BLM lifts seasonal fire restrictions in central California

The Bureau of Land Management has rescinded its seasonal fire restrictions order for public lands managed by BLM in central California. With this change, visitors can resume certain activities like campfires outside of designated recreation sites. However, a valid California Campfire Permit, available at www.readyforwildfire.org, or at any BLM, Forest Service or Cal Fire office, is still required for campfires and portable stoves.
Wyoming, High Desert DO, Rawlins FO

BLM High Desert District plans to conduct prescribed burns

BLM’s High Desert District may conduct prescribed burns this fall and winter on lands managed by the Rawlins Field Office and partners only if fuel moisture, snow and weather meet strict conditions.