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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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Oregon-Washington, Prineville DO
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BLM announces annual campfire restrictions on central Oregon rivers

Annual campfire restrictions go into effect June 1 on certain BLM-administered lands in central Oregon. Campfires will be prohibited along portions of the Crooked, Deschutes, John Day, and White Rivers.
Oregon-Washington, Prineville DO
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BLM closing public lands north of Bend

The BLM will temporarily close public land between Bend and Redmond until a date to be determined due to growing public health, safety, and environmental concerns caused by unauthorized long-term non-recreational camping.
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A single-engine tanker makes a water drop on a wildfire in central Washington

BLM announces fire restrictions to protect Pacific Northwest communities

On May 15, fire restrictions will go into effect for all Bureau of Land Management public lands throughout Oregon and Washington as warmer, drier weather is forecasted around the Pacific Northwest.
Oregon-Washington, Prineville DO
A prescribed fire pile burn on the Roseburg District

BLM prepares for prescribed fire in Tumalo area

The Bureau of Land Management, Prineville District, is preparing for a prescribed fire in the Tumalo area between May 10 and May 16, 2025, depending on the weather and fuel moisture conditions.
Oregon-Washington, Northwest Oregon DO
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Seasonal prescribed burns planned in Northwest Oregon District

The Bureau of Land Management plans to implement seasonal prescribed burns in specific locations in May, when conditions are favorable. Locations and dates may vary through the month.
Oregon-Washington, Burns DO
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Road Maintenance Scheduled for Steens CMPA

Over the coming months—as staffing, weather, and ground conditions permit—the BLM will conduct road maintenance throughout the Steens Mountain Cooperative Management and Protection Area.
Oregon-Washington, Medford DO
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BLM begins prescribed burning on public lands

The Bureau of Land Management plans to begin prescribed burning in May.
Oregon-Washington, Prineville DO
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Prineville BLM Implements Seasonal Campfire Restrictions in La Pine Area

To enhance public safety and reduce the risk of wildfires, the Bureau of Land Management is prohibiting campfires on BLM-administered lands in the La Pine area from May 1 – October 31.
Oregon-Washington, Vale DO
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BLM seeks input on proposed gold mining at the Kast claims in Baker County

The Bureau of Land Management is seeking public comments on a draft environmental assessment on proposed gold mining in Baker County.
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Oregon-Washington, Vale DO
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BLM seeks input on proposed lithium exploration in McDermitt Caldera

The Bureau of Land Management is seeking public comment on a proposal to explore for lithium in the McDermitt Caldera near Nevada in Malheur County, Oregon.
Comment at BLM National NEPA Register
Oregon-Washington, Lakeview DO
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Record of Decision: Approved Resource Management Plan Amendment for the Lakeview Resource Management Plan, Lakeview District, OR

The BLM-re-initiated the Lakeview RMP Amendment process in September of 2018 and tribal consultation is on-going. The proposed Lakeview RMP Amendment and Final EIS are now available for 30-day protest period.
Record of Decision: Approved Resource Management Plan Amendment for the Lakevie…

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