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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Nevada, Humboldt FO
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BLM seeks input on proposed power line for Sierra Solar project

The Bureau of Land Management is seeking public comment on a preliminary Environmental Assessment for a proposed power line on approximately 55 acres of public lands in Churchill County.
Colorado, Uncompahgre FO
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BLM celebrates 25 years of Gunnison Gorge National Conservation Area

BLM Colorado is preparing to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Gunnison Gorge National Conservation Area and Wilderness, established through Public Law 160-76 on October 21, 1999.
Oregon-Washington, Prineville DO
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BLM Issues Emergency Closure Order for the Pine Fire

The BLM has issued an emergency temporary closure associated with the Pine fire, on lands administered by the BLM, Prineville District.
Nevada
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BLM announces geothermal lease sale results in Nevada

The Bureau of Land Management Nevada State Office today held a competitive geothermal lease sale, offering 66 parcels totaling 219,130.24 acres.
New Mexico, Farmington FO
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BLM to begin sagebrush treatments in San Juan, Rio Arriba, and Sandoval counties

The Bureau of Land Management, in partnership with the San Juan Soil and Water Conservation District, will treat approximately 17,200 acres of sagebrush to improve watershed health in San Juan and Colorado watersheds.
Idaho
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BLM’s Burley Field Office welcomes new field manager

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Burley Field Office recently welcomed John Elliott as the new Field Manager.
Arizona
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BLM Arizona Resource Advisory Council Meeting October 29-30, 2024

BLM Arizona Resource Advisory Council Meeting October 29-30, 2024
Nevada, Southern Nevada DO
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BLM announces meeting of the Mojave Southern Great Basin Resource Advisory Council on November 12, 2024

The RAC will meet on November 12. The meeting will be held in-person at 4701 North Torrey Pines, Las Vegas, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Pacific. A virtual participation option will also be available.
California, California Desert DO
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BLM has openings for campground hosts in Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation Area

The Bureau of Land Management is looking for enthusiastic individuals to reside and work as volunteer campground hosts at two locations in the Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation Area (ISDRA).
Oregon-Washington, Lakeview DO
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BLM plans fall and winter prescribed burning

As fall weather brings shorter days and cooler temperatures, the BLM is preparing for fall and winter prescribed burning. Fuels specialists may begin ignitions as early as October 15, if conditions are favorable.
Wyoming
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Adopt a wild horse from the Wheatland Corral in October

Up to 30 untrained wild horses will be available for adoption or sale on Friday, October 18 from the Wheatland Off-Range Corral in Wyoming.