State summits will inform recreation management on America’s public lands
WASHINGTON – The Bureau of Land Management is gearing up for a series of state-level summits to inform how it manages recreation on public lands. These mark the next step of implementing the new Blueprint for 21st Century Outdoor Recreation.
The BLM will host the summits in various states through the summer and fall of 2024. These working sessions will provide a forum for recreation stakeholders, state and local governments, and other interested parties to provide input on outdoor recreation challenges and opportunities on BLM-managed lands in their state. This input will help inform how best to turn the Blueprint into action on a local level.
Published in 2023, the Blueprint is not a formal management plan but rather a strategic document to guide the agency’s recreation management work. Since its release, BLM offices have conducted internal assessments related to the Blueprint’s strategic pillars and core strategies to identify challenges and opportunities. The full text of the Blueprint and associated fact sheet are available on our Recreation Strategy webpage.
BLM state offices will provide specific summit information for their state (including time, venue, and registration information) several weeks in advance. The current schedule for 2024 is:
| State | Month | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Nevada | July 11 | Reno/Sparks |
| Utah | August 29 | Bryce Canyon |
| New Mexico/Texas | September 5 | Albuquerque |
| Alaska | October 9 | Fairbanks |
| Colorado | Late October, TBD | Denver/Lakewood |
For more information about the upcoming state recreation summits, contact Matt Blocker, Event Coordinator, at mblocker@blm.gov.
The BLM manages more than 245 million acres of public land located primarily in 12 western states, including Alaska, on behalf of the American people. The BLM also administers 700 million acres of sub-surface mineral estate throughout the nation. Our mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of America’s public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.