Announcements

Find out what's happening in your local community. Use the map or the search and filter below to read BLM Announcements by region.
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California, California Desert DO
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BLM seeks input on proposed Chubbuck Mine access road and associated facilities

The Bureau of Land Management is seeking public comments on a draft environmental assessment for a proposed access road and associated facilities on about six public acres adjacent to the existing Chubbuck Mine in San Bernardino County.
Wyoming
Wyoming State Office

BLM WY State Office shifts to appointment system for public room use

The Bureau of Land Management Wyoming State Office has implemented a call ahead appointment system to allow for a more streamlined use of the public room.
Oregon-Washington, Prineville DO
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BLM seeks input on Thirtymile Recreation and Travel Management Project

Attention outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers: The Bureau of Land Management is improving access and management of the diverse recreational activities available in the Thirtymile Creek and the John Day River area.
Utah, Green River DO
Swasey Beach in Green River District. Photo by BLM Utah.

BLM seeks public comments for allowing events at Swasey’s Beach

The BLM Price Field Office is seeking public comments on issuing special recreation permits for up to five events annually at Swasey’s Beach. The 15-day comment period runs through March 5, 2025.
Utah, Cedar City FO
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BLM seeks input on e-bike use on trails in Iron and Beaver counties

The BLM is seeking public scoping comments for the proposed use of Class 1 e-bikes on designated mountain bike trails across six trail systems on public lands in Iron and Beaver Counties.
New Mexico, Las Cruces DO
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BLM seeks input on proposed earthen dams project

The Bureau of Land Management is seeking public comment on a draft environmental assessment for the proposed Starvation Draw earthen dams project near Deming in Luna County.
Oregon-Washington, Northwest Oregon
Rockslide on Quartzville Back Country Byway

Quartzville Back Country Byway closed due to rockslide, BLM announces

The Bureau of Land Management closed Quartzville Back Country Byway in late December 2024 due to a rockslide. The road remains closed until further notice due to debris on the road at mile marker 13.
Arizona, Arizona Strip FO
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Temporary closure of routes on public lands announced for 2025 Rhino Rally motorcycle race in the BLM Arizona Strip Field Office area

The Bureau of Land Management Arizona Strip Field Office announces the temporary closure on public lands for a race in Mohave County, Arizona, from 6 a.m. through 8 p.m. on Saturday, February 22, 2025.
Idaho, Twin Falls DO
New BLM Twin Falls District Manager Birk Roseman

BLM’s Twin Falls District welcomes new district manager

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Twin Falls District welcomes Birk Roseman as the new Twin Falls district manager, following the retirement of long-time district manager Mike Courtney.
Utah
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BLM to begin Canyonlands Herd Management Area wild burro gather

The BLM will begin a wild burro gather in the Canyonlands HMA on Feb. 24 to manage herd size and protect rangeland health. Public viewing available.
Nevada, Tonopah FO
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BLM seeks input for proposed wild horse and burro management plan

The Bureau of Land Management is seeking public comments to update how the agency will manage wild horses and burros near Tonopah, Nevada.