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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Utah
Coal Creek Area, Color Country District

BLM announces final decision for Coal Creek Campground environmental assessment

BLM announces final decision for Coal Creek Campground environmental assessment
California
Tall trees stretch far into the sky

The BLM Bakersfield Field Office eases fire restrictions

The Bureau of Land Management Bakersfield Field Office is easing seasonal fire restrictions effective November 19 for approximately 650,000 acres of BLM-managed public lands in Fresno, Kern, Kings, Madera, San Luis Obispo, and Tulare counties, due to reduced wildland fire potential. BLM-managed lands in Santa Barbara and Ventura County will remain in fire restrictions until Jan. 1, 2025. Campfires will once again be allowed on public lands with a valid campfire permit, unless otherwise posted. The rescinded fire order can be viewed at the BLM website.
Oregon-Washington, Lakeview DO
Man with a girl and dog cutting down a Christmas tree

Klamath Falls Field Office Announces Online-Only Sale of Christmas Tree Permits for 2024

‘Tis the season! Looking for an outdoor experience to celebrate the holidays? How about cutting down your own Christmas tree? Christmas tree permits for the Klamath Falls Field Office can be purchased ONLINE.
Wyoming, Pinedale FO
In Pinedale, Wyo. snow covered Wildcat Canyon Stock Pond Dam

Major Milestone: Crews Remove Wildcat Canyon Stock Pond Dam, Land Restoration Underway

The Bureau of Land Management WY Pinedale Field Office is proud to announce the successful removal of the Wildcat Canyon Dam, a significant step forward in environmental conservation and ecosystem restoration efforts.
Montana-Dakotas, Eastern Montana/Dakotas DO
wild horses within Pryor Mountain Wild Horse Range Montana

BLM releases proposed management plan for Pryor Mountain Wild Horse Range

The Bureau of Land Management today issued a new proposed plan for managing wild horses within the Pryor Mountain Wild Horse Range in Montana and Wyoming.
Nevada
BLM Logo

Governor Lombardo renews Nevada's commitment to shared stewardship with a five-year extension of the multi-agency agreement

The State/Federal partnership works to restore critical landscapes while protecting Nevada’s communities, economy, and environment from the threat of wildfire.
New Mexico, Las Cruces DO
Picture of solar panels in desert setting.

BLM hosts live auction for solar energy lease in New Mexico

The BLM held a live competitive auction for a 937.5-acre parcel for lease in the Afton Solar Energy Zone in Doña Ana County. Boulevard Associates, LLC was the successful bidder with a final bid of $1,900,000.
Alaska, Glennallen FO
A person recreating near Castner Glacier

BLM finalizes new Castner Glacier Recreation Area Management Plan

Today the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) signed a decision that finalized the new Castner Glacier Recreation Area Management Plan (RAMP).
California, Northern California DO
A sunset over the Pacific Ocean with a steep forested ridge winding from foreground to back ground

BLM advises caution near slide areas on Lost Coast Trail

The Bureau of Land Management is advising Lost Coast Trail hikers in the King Range National Conservation Area to be vigilant near three active landslide areas north of the Black Sands Beach Trailhead in Shelter Cove, and to consider postponing their hike.
Utah, St George FO
Red sand with desert scrubs and blue sky.

BLM seeks input on proposed land exchange near St. George

The BLM is seeking public input on a proposed land exchange between the BLM and the Washington County Water Conservancy District.
Idaho, Idaho Falls DO
Worker watching pile burning

BLM to conduct pile burns across south eastern Idaho

BLM Idaho Falls District plans to conduct several prescribed pile burns during late fall and early winter