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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California
Horses on a highway in the high desert.

Closure Set for Forest Service Wild Horse Gather

The Bureau of Land Management has released its decision to issue a temporary closure of specific lands west of the Montgomery Pass Wild Horse Territory to support a U.S. Forest Service wild horse gather targeting animals that are outside the Territory.
California
A man walks through a dense redwood forest.

BLM offers guided hikes, by reservation, on Headwaters Salmon Pass Trail

ARCATA, Calif. – The Bureau of Land Management invites the public to experience the majestic beauty of ancient redwood stands and immerse in the wonders of nature by joining guided hikes along the Salmon Pass Trail just south of the city of Fortuna in Humboldt County.
California, Northern California DO
red water bucket in a campsite.

BLM Announces Seasonal Fire Restrictions for North Coast Public Lands

The Bureau of Land Management, in coordination with the US Wildland Fire Service and the Six Rivers National Forest, issued fire restrictions for public lands in Del Norte, Humboldt, Trinity, and Mendocino counties beginning Sunday, June 28.
California, Northern California DO
burnt forest with logs on the ground and a blue sky.

BLM Offers One Dollar Firewood Permits in Chester, California

SUSANVILLE, Calif. – The Bureau of Land Management is offering $1 firewood permits to collect downed trees burned in the 2021 Dixie Fire on BLM-managed public land near the Chester Airport.
California
A picnic table and fire pit in the forest.

BLM Announces Seasonal Fire Restrictions on Northwest California Public Lands

REDDING, Calif. – The Bureau of Land Management, in coordination with the US Wildland Fire Service, is issuing fire restrictions for public lands in Shasta, Tehama, Butte, Siskiyou and Trinity counties beginning Sunday, June 28. These seasonal fire restrictions listed in the fire order will be in place to help prevent wildfire and will remain in effect until further notice. These restrictions are in addition to the year-round statewide fire prevention order.
California
An oil derrick amidst dry hills

BLM Approves Oil And Gas Management Updates in South-Central California

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. – The Bureau of Land Management released its decision based on the supplemental environmental impact statement for oil and gas leasing and development on public lands in portions of Fresno, Kern, Kings, Madera, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, Tulare and Ventura counties.
California
An oil derrick amidst dry hills

BLM APRUEBA ACTUALIZACIONES SOBRE LA GESTIÓN DE PETRÓLEO Y GAS EN EL SUR-CENTRO DE CALIFORNIA

BAKERSFIELD, California – La Oficina de Administración de Tierras publicó su decisión basada en la declaración suplementaria de impacto ambiental para el arrendamiento y desarrollo de petróleo y gas en tierras públicas en partes de los condados de Fresno, Kern, Kings, Madera, San Luis Obispo, Santa Bárbara, Tulare y Ventura.
California
AA white pick up truck parked next to an oil derrick

BLM Approves Oil And Gas Management Updates in Central Coast Region

MARINA, Calif. – The Bureau of Land Management released its decision based on the supplemental environmental impact statement for oil and gas leasing and development on public lands in Alameda, Contra Costa, Monterey, San Benito, San Mateo, Santa Clara and Santa Cruz counties, and portions of Fresno, Merced and San Joaquin counties.
California
A van in a camping spot in dry tan hills.

BLM Announces Seasonal Fire Restrictions in the Eastern Sierra

BISHOP, Calif. – The Bureau of Land Management, in coordination with the US Wildland Fire Agency, is issuing fire restrictions for all BLM managed lands in Inyo, Mono, and portions of Alpine counties effective Monday, June 22, due to dry conditions and wildland fire danger. These seasonal restrictions are in addition to the year-round statewide fire prevention order. This seasonal fire order will remain in effect until further notice.
Central California DO
A uniformed officer poses with a dog.

BLM Bakersfield Field Office welcomes new K9 officer

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. – The Bureau of Land Management Bakersfield Field Office welcomes its newest addition to the Law Enforcement team. K9 Officer Barry joined the team and his partner, BLM Bakersfield Law Enforcement Ranger Matthew Pena in April.
California, Central California DO
A campsite and restroom in dry hills

BLM Ukiah Field Office issues seasonal fire restrictions

UKIAH, Calif. – The Bureau of Land Management, in coordination with the U.S. Wildland Fire Service, is issuing seasonal fire restrictions effective Friday, June 5, due to dry conditions and high wildland fire danger. These seasonal restrictions are in addition to the year-round statewide fire prevention order. This seasonal fire restriction order will remain in effect until further notice.

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