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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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Utah, Canyon Country DO, Monticello FO
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Special Recreation Permits Issued for Motorcycle Tours on BLM-Managed Land

The BLM Monticello Field Office has issued a categorical exclusion and decision record that authorizes two special recreation permits for motorcycle tours on designated routes in San Juan County, Utah.
Utah, Canyon Country DO, Moab FO
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Riverscape Restoration Efforts Authorized by BLM Utah

The BLM) Moab Field Office has issued a determination of NEPA adequacy and decision record that authorizes the BLM, in coordination with The Nature Conservancy, to implement low-tech, process-based restoration methods.
Utah, Green River DO, Vernal FO
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BLM collaborates with BIA to Authorize Permit to Drill

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Vernal Field Office has issued a Decision Record for the Raptor 21 Pad Natural Gas Wells: DOI-BLM-UT-G010-2026-0207-EA
Utah, Green River DO, Vernal FO
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Up to Seventeen Gas Wells Authorized by BLM in Uintah County

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Vernal Field Office has issued a Decision Record for the Arches Pad Natural Gas Wells: DOI-BLM-UT-G010-2026-0185-EA.
Nevada, Ely DO
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BLM Ely District Selling Christmas Tree-Cutting Permits Online

The BLM Ely District is making Christmas tree-cutting permits available online 24/7 starting October 1 through the BLM Special Forest Products Online Permit Sales Pilot Program.
California
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BLM Redding Field Office Ease Seasonal Fire Restrictions

The Bureau of Land Management, in coordination with the U.S. Wildland Fire Service, has eased fire restrictions, effective Thursday, Oct. 1, on public lands managed by the Redding Field Office. Fire restrictions were initiated on June 24 to curb the wildfire risk. Recreational target shooting and campfires are once again allowed on public lands with a valid campfire permit, unless otherwise posted.
Oregon-Washington
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BLM and USWFS Launch Prescribed Burn Season in the Pacific Northwest

The BLM and the U.S. Wildland Fire Service will begin prescribed burning throughout Oregon and Washington as weather, fuel, and air quality become favorable. Operations will continue throughout the fall and winter.
Oregon-Washington, Vale DO
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Temporary Closure Resumption for the Sheepshead/Heath Creek Emergency Horse Gather

The BLM is resuming an emergency wild horse and burro gather in the Sheepshead/Heath Creek Herd Management Area (HMA). This is a notice to close public lands within the HMA during the gather (tentatively Oct 1-Oct 6).
Arizona, Colorado River DO, Lake Havasu FO
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Temporary closure and restrictions of public lands announced for 2026 Raptor Rally 003

BLM Lake Havasu Field Office will temporarily close and restrict selected public lands in the Standard Wash OHV Area for the 2026 Raptor Rally 003, from 11:59 p.m. Oct. 14 through 11:59 p.m. Oct. 17, 2026.
Eastern States, Northeastern States DO
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Celebrate Meadowood’s 25th Anniversary with Our Photo Contest!

The Bureau of Land Management’s Lower Potomac Field Station is calling for photo submissions showcasing the beauty and diversity of the Meadowood Special Recreation Management Area (SRMA).
Utah, Color Country DO, Cedar City FO
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RedCliff Ascent Permit Renewed by BLM

The BLM Cedar City Field Office has issued a final decision to authorize a SRP renewal allowing RedCliff Ascent to continue to operate a wilderness therapy program on BLM-managed lands within the Cedar City Field Office.

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