Two BLM employees work near oil and gas pipes with a mountain and the setting sun in the background.
Checking on oil and gas operations.
  Credit:
BLM Colorado

First 100 days: BLM drives energy expansion and national strength

In its first 100 days under the new administration, the Bureau of Land Management took bold steps to deliver on the priorities of President Trump’s and Department of the Interior Secretary Burgum’s priorities for public lands.
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An uncrewed aircraft flies towards a fire.
  Credit:
Henry Gilliland, BLM

Uncrewed aircraft reduce cost, lower risk, and improve land management

The Bureau of Land Management uses uncrewed aircraft in projects from managing wildfires to protecting wildlife.
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A fire prevention sign at the Vulture Mountains Recreation Area
A fire prevention sign at the Vulture Mountains Recreation Area
  Credit:
National Interagency Fire Center

Prevention is the best way to fight fires

A majority of wild fires are caused by humans, so teaching people how to use public lands responsibly and safely can stop fire before it starts.
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The Bureau of Land Management

The Bureau of Land Management's mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.

Spotlight News & Announcements

This is a curated collection of featured news items and stories, designed to provide an in-depth look into the daily work at the BLM.

Four oil derricks pumping oil in at DASLM in North Dakota
Interior slashes outdated energy regulations to boost economic growth on public lands
Press Release
Aerial photo of the tundra and rivers of the Northeast National Petroleum Reserve in Alaska.
Interior moves to rescind 2024 rule on Alaska’s petroleum reserve
Press Release
A landscape scene with brown hills and a partly cloudy sky. The foreground is taken up by a long black low-slung structure, a geothermal power plant.
DOI implements emergency permitting procedures to accelerate geothermal energy development for national security and energy independence
Press Release

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Quick Facts

As steward for much of America’s public lands, the BLM manages some of the nation’s most historic and scenic landscapes, as well as vast natural resources, for the benefit of all Americans.

245

Million acres of public lands managed

43K

Recreation jobs supported with over 374k jobs overall

30%

Approximate percentage of Nation's minerals managed

$1.2

Economic contributions from Geothermal, Wind & Solar in billions
A view of a rock containing a petroglyph at Three Rivers Petroglyph Site in New Mexico. Photo by BLM.
Three Rivers Petroglyph Site
Visitors to the Bonneville Salt Flats in UT look over the Great Salt Lake. Photo by Bob Wick.
Bonneville Salt Flats, Utah
A road runs through Turney Hills in California with yellow flowers and brown grasses.Photo by BLM.
Tumey Hills, California
A hiker looks over San Pedro Riparian NCA with the sun shining across the landscape. Photo by Bob Wick.
San Pedro Riparian NCA, Arizona

Featured Places

Check out the sections below for recreation activities across your public lands

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Featured Topics

Explore some of our programs

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Energy and Minerals

Programs supports a sustainable and responsible approach to energy and mining operations on public lands.
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Recreation

BLM's recreation resources and visitor services support strong local economies and public land conservation.
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Fire and Aviation

BLM is considered a leader in wildland fire management efforts.
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Wild Horse and Burro

BLM manages and protects wild horses and burros on 26.9 million acres of public lands.
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Timber Sales

Timber sales allow for the sustainable harvest of timber for commercial purposes on public land.
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Lands & Realty

Includes public land transactions, and authorizations in support of economic activities.
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Planning and NEPA

The BLM makes sure that its Resource Management Plans meet the requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).
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Law Enforcement

Law enforcement plays an integral role in ensuring public safety and fulfilling our multiple use mission.
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Cultural Resources

Experience the rich culture and history on your public lands!
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