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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Colorado, White River FO
snow on ground near burn piles

BLM plans to burn slash piles across northwest Colorado this winter

BLM plans to burn slash piles across northwest Colorado this winter
Utah, Cedar City FO
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BLM seeks input on proposed Dry Creek Mine Expansion

The Bureau of Land Management is seeking public input on a draft environmental assessment for the proposed Dry Creek Mine Expansion Project in Iron County.
Utah
Photo shows horses of the Onaqui Herd

BLM Seeks Public Assistance in Wild Horse Shooting Investigation on the Onaqui Herd Management Area

BLM Utah confirms a wild horse was shot on the Onaqui HMA. A $19,000 reward is offered for tips leading to an arrest. Public urged to report info on suspicious activity to aid the investigation.
Wyoming, Lander FO
Piles of slash, made up of tree branches and other vegetation, are burning while surrounded by snow on the ground.

BLM to burn slash piles this fall and winter

Contingent upon fuel moistures and weather, the Cody, Lander and Worland field offices will burn slash piles beginning in mid-November and into April.
California, Central California DO
An oceanside pasture of low green grass and rolling hills meets the calm waters of the Pacific Ocean.

BLM approves project for public access at Cotoni-Coast Dairies

MARINA, Calif. – The Bureau of Land Management today approved a project to build a northern parking area and trailhead for Cotoni-Coast Dairies, a unit of the California Coastal National Monument, near Davenport in Santa Cruz County.
Idaho, Upper Snake FO
Christmas tree

Christmas tree permits available in east Idaho

BLM is issuing $10 Christmas tree permits from 11/13 through 12/24 in SE Idaho.
Nevada, Southern Nevada DO
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Herbicide treatment to begin soon on public lands near Goodsprings, Mormon Mesa and Gold Butte

Beginning November 15, 2024, BLM will be implementing a hazardous fuels reduction project via the aerial dispersal of herbicide.
Colorado, Southwest DO
Canyons of the Ancients Visitor Center and Museum

BLM releases final supplementary rule for Canyons of the Ancients National Monument

The BLM has finalized a supplementary rule to protect public health and safety, prevent resource damage, and address recreational sporting activities, camping, travel management, and collecting of geological and biological materials in Canyons of the Ancients National Monument.
Utah
Fall touches a desert landscape with golden aspen trees.

BLM issues decision on land exchange with Utah Trust Lands Administration

The BLM and the Utah Trust Lands Administration signed a ROD to exchange state lands located within newly designated wilderness and recreation areas for Federal lands that will be of productive value to the state.
Nevada, Tonopah FO
With a blue sky and snow-capped mountain in the background, a Bureau of Land Management sign sits in front of the Battle Mountain District Office which includes the Mount Lewis Field Office.

BLM to conduct prescribed burning at Railroad Valley Wildlife Management Area

The Nov. 18-20, burn window notice is intended to give the BMDO flexibility in scheduling the prescribed fire to take advantage of favorable weather conditions.  
Arizona, Arizona Strip FO
Man with a girl and dog cutting down a Christmas tree

Permits for holiday tree cutting now available

The Arizona Strip Field Office is offering permits to harvest Christmas trees now through December 24.