Announcements

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Idaho
Recently constructed Hangman Trail in Wood River Valley

BLM Shoshone Field Office staff and partners complete Hang Loose and Hang Tight trails in Wood River Valley

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Shoshone Field Office staff in partnership with the International Mountain Bicycling Association, City of Hailey, Wood River Trails Coalition, and the Blaine County Recreation District (BCRD) just finished constructing the Hang Loose and Hang Tight trails located immediately adjacent to Hailey in the Hangman drainage.
Idaho, Pocatello FO
map of burn area

BLM to conduct prescribed burns in John Evans Canyon west of Malad

BLM will conduct two prescribed burns in John Evans Canyon, 8 miles west of Malad in October and possibly into November.
Idaho
Firefighters work the Cave Gulch prescribed fire near the Snake River.

BLM announces seasonal prescribed burning projects in north and north central Idaho

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Coeur d’Alene District Office intends to complete multiple fuels treatment and prescription burning projects during the fall/winter of 2024.
Idaho
a shot up sign warning target shooters of hikers, mountain bikers, livestock and residences in area

BLM to implement emergency closure relocating recreational shooting from Indian Springs area; Nearby residences, livestock, equipment and people being hit by bullets

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Burley Field Office will implement an emergency closure to recreational shooting in the Indian Springs area south of Kimberly, on Friday, Sept. 20, to protect life and property.
Idaho, Boise DO
Wild horses running on the open range

BLM concludes emergency wild horse gather in southwestern Idaho

Sands Basin and Four Mile Herd Management Areas burned by Jump and Paddock fires
Idaho, Cottonwood FO
Recreational vehicle site at Mckay's Bend Campground. Grass, picnic bench in foreground. RV and bathrooms in background.

BLM reopens Mckay’s Bend Campground and Boat Launch after wildfire

BLM reopens Mckay’s Bend Campground and Boat Launch after wildfire
Idaho, Boise DO
Herd Management Area burned from the Paddock Fire.

Wild horses to be gathered from burned Idaho rangelands

Sands Basin and Four Mile Herd Management Areas burned by Jump and Paddock fires
Idaho, Coeur d Alene DO
Lake Coeur d' Alene surrounded by trees, tree in foreground on left and dead brank on right.d

Oct. 4: National Public Lands Day - Blue Creek Bay Ampitheater and Fuels Pile

The BLM Coeur d’Alene Field Office is seeking volunteers to refurbish the amphitheater area and amenities and help with minor trail work to the amphitheater from the parking lot. This event is open to the public.
Idaho, Upper Snake FO
Landscape of North Menon Butte showing rocks, green fields and hills at the horizon.

Sept. 28: National Public Lands Day - West of North Menan Butte Clean-up

The West of North Menan Butte Clean-up is a National Public Lands Day (NPLD) event in Idaho. NPLD volunteers will clean-up litter. The BLM will be on site to haul away trash to the local dump
Idaho, Boise DO
Black Cliffs Climbing Area, grass in foreground, rock face, and blue sky in background.

October 12: National Public Lands Day at Black Cliffs Rock Climbing Area

BLM ID is partnering with Boise Climbers Alliance, Challenged Athletes Foundation, and Mission 43 to provide accessible trails and parking so more people can enjoy Black Cliffs Climbing Area.
Idaho, Boise DO
Group of People Collecting Seeds at Bogus Basin as part of a community Volunteer Day on the mountain. Trees in background.

Sept. 28: National Public Lands Day at Bogus Basin

Federal, state, city agencies and outdoor recreation and public land stewardship groups are partnering to assist with volunteer restoration projects at Bogus Basin Mountain Recreation Area in the Boise National Forest.