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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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.
Utah
A BLM employee seeks a holiday tree in Silverado Canyon. The subject is holding up a harvesting tool in the air.

BLM Utah begins holiday tree cutting permit sales

The BLM opened non-commercial Christmas tree permits for sale statewide today. This annual event allows the public to harvest trees, including pinyon pine and juniper, from designated areas on public lands across Utah.
Wyoming, Pinedale FO
A Moose standing in a snow-covered field in the Pinedale Anticline

Pinedale Anticline Project Office sets deadline for 2025 project applications

The Pinedale Anticline Project Office is soliciting project applications for potential 2025 funding. Project application information and materials can be found at https://eplanning.blm.gov/eplanning-ui/project/77515/510.
New Mexico, Las Cruces DO
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BLM seeks input on proposed land exchange with New Mexico

The Bureau of Land Management is seeking public input on a proposed land exchange between the BLM and the New Mexico State Land Office.
Nevada, Southern Nevada DO
Fire restrictions graphic

Fire restrictions reduced in southern Nevada for 2024

Some fire restrictions will decrease in southern Nevada on federal, state, and county public lands on Saturday, November 9, 2024. Other restrictions remain in place.
Nevada, Black Rock FO
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Bureau of Land Management to begin the FY2025 Buffalo Hills Herd Management Area Wild Horse and Burro Gather

On or about November 15, 2024, the Black Rock Field Office plans to begin a wild horse and burro gather on and around the Buffalo Hills Herd Management Area located near Gerlach, Nev., using the helicopter-assisted method.