Announcements

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Montana-Dakotas, Western Montana DO

Missoula BLM Launches Online Permits for Firewood and Christmas Trees

Getting a permit to gather firewood or harvest a Christmas tree in the Missoula area just got easier, thanks to the Bureau of Land Management’s online permit system.
Idaho

Wild horses gathered from burned Idaho rangelands available for public viewing

The wild horses gathered from burned Idaho rangelands in the Sands Basin and Four Mile Herd Management Areas (HMA) will be available for public viewing at the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Boise Wild Horse Off-Range Corral on Pleasant Valley Road on Nov. 2, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Nevada, Red Rock/Sloan FO

BLM Announces Temporary Closure of Certain Public Lands at Red Rock Canyon NCA for the 2024 Las Vegas Marathon

The Red Rock/Sloan Field Office announces the temporary closure of the Scenic Drive on November 3, 2024, from 5 to 8 a.m. (PDT) to minimize the risk of potential collisions during the 2024 Las Vegas Marathon.
Wyoming, Pinedale FO

Pinedale Anticline Project Office Board to hold virtual meeting on Nov. 7, 2024

The Pinedale Anticline Project Office Board of Directors will hold a virtual meeting on Zoom on Nov. 7, 2024, from 1:30 p.m. to approximately 3:30 p.m. The Board will review and make decisions regarding the budget and projects.
California

BLM schedules maintenance work on mountain bike obstacle park

A mountain bike skills park in the Bureau of Land Management King Range National Conservation Area (NCA) will be undergoing important maintenance from Monday, Oct. 28 through Nov. 1. The BLM is asking riders to avoid the Tolkan Terrain Park while work is underway to enhance the riding experience for enthusiasts.
California

BLM seeks public input on recreation permit fees in Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation Area

The Bureau of Land Management is seeking public input on a proposal to adjust recreation permit fees at the Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation Area (ISDRA) to continue to provide essential services, increase customer service, and enhance recreation opportunities and experiences for public land visitors. Recreation permit fees are an important revenue source for Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation Area’s continued operation, management and maintenance.
Oregon-Washington, Roseburg DO

Annual Fire Prevention and Emergency Closure Order on Public Lands Rescinded

The Bureau of Land Management has removed all fire restrictions and emergency closures on lands administered by the BLM, Roseburg District.
New Mexico, Pecos DO

La BLM solicita comentarios públicos sobre la subasta de arrendamiento de petróleo y gas en Nuevo México

La BLM en Nuevo México abrió hoy un período de comentarios públicos de 30 días para que el público opine sobre las tres parcelas de petróleo y gas con un área total de 1,261.44 acres.
New Mexico, Pecos DO

BLM seeks public comment for May 2025 oil and gas lease sale in New Mexico

The BLM New Mexico State Office today opened a 30-day public comment period to receive public input on three oil and gas parcels totaling 1,261 acres that may be included in an upcoming lease sale in New Mexico.
Wyoming, Pinedale FO

BLM High Desert District plans to conduct prescribed burns

There is the potential for the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) High Desert District (HDD) to conduct prescribed burns on multiple lands managed by the Pinedale Field Office and associated partners this fall and winter.
California

The Travertine Hot Springs will be temporarily closed

The Bureau of Land Management will be temporarily closing the Travertine Hot Springs in Mono County from 4 p.m., Wed., Oct. 30, to 4 p.m., Wed., Nov. 6, for use by a local Tribe. The public lands described in this order will be closed to all forms of public access, including but not limited to, vehicular, pedestrian, and camping activities.