Announcements

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Wyoming
Rim Lake

BLM Wyoming and City of Rawlins work to revitalize Rim Lake

In partnership with the City of Rawlins, BLM Wyoming helps to revitalize Rim Lake, a local recreation area approximately seven miles south of Rawlins.
California, Central California DO
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BLM welcomes public comment on the draft Keysville Recreation Management Area Plan

Plan BAKERSFIELD, Calif. – The Bureau of Land Management is seeking public comment on a draft Recreation Area Management Plan and associated environmental assessment for the Keysville Special Recreation Management Area near Lake Isabella, Kern County. Interested parties may submit written comments until Friday, Aug. 30.
Nevada, Caliente FO
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Bureau of Land Management concludes the FY2024 Caliente Complex Bait and Water Trap Wild Horse Gather

The Bureau of Land Management concluded the FY2024 Caliente Complex Bait and Water Trap Wild Horse Gather near Caliente, Nev., on June 29, 2024. The BLM gathered and removed 382 excess wild horses from public lands.
Upper Colorado River DO, Grand Junction FO
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BLM seeks public input on land sale to Mesa County

The Bureau of Land Management is accepting public scoping comments on the proposed direct sale of a 31-acre isolated parcel of public land to Mesa County. The property is near Clifton, located between a portion of I-70 and the Grand Valley Canal, in Mesa County.
Oregon-Washington, Prineville DO
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Central Oregon Public Lands Enter Stage 1 Public Use Fire Restrictions July 1

All campfires are banned on public lands outside of designated campgrounds in Central Oregon with exception of Deschutes National Forest Wilderness areas
California, Northern California DO
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BLM urges fire safety during July Fourth celebrations

SUSANVILLE, Calif. – The Bureau of Land Management reminds area residents and visitors to be careful with fire and to leave fireworks at home when they celebrate Independence Day on public lands. “After a wet spring and two years of plant growth, we have abundant grasses that are drying out quickly,” said Emily Ryan, manager of the BLM Eagle Lake Field Office. “These fine fuels can feed wildfires that spread rapidly under hot, dry and windy conditions. We urge everyone to keep fire safety top of mind when they visit the outdoors.”
Alaska
A dark smoke cloud towers above the flames of the fire moving through dense spruce forests on a hillside.

BLM announced emergency closure of western portion of the White Mountains National Recreation Area due to wildland fire activity

To protect the public and provide for firefighter safety in light of ongoing wildland fire activity of the Globe Fire (#253), the BLM is closing the western portion of the White Mountains National Recreation Area.
Nevada, Winnemucca DO
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Central and Northwestern Nevada Stage 1 Fire Restrictions Announced for Public and State Lands

On June 29, 2024, the Bureau of Land Management, Nevada Division of Forestry and USDA Forest Service are implementing Stage 1 fire restrictions in northwestern and central Nevada due to High Fire Danger.
National Office
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BLM announces adjustments to mining location and maintenance fees

BLM announced upcoming fee adjustments for the location (or “staking”) and maintenance of mining claims, mill sites, and tunnel sites.
Nevada, Southern Nevada DO
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Bureau of Land Management sand and gravel sale generates more than $7.6 million

announcement of results of 6-28-24 mineral materials sale
California
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BLM reminds public of ongoing fire restrictions and fire safety in the California Desert District

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. – With the Independence Day holiday approaching, public land users are reminded that Stage II fire restrictions are still in effect throughout the California Desert District. Stage II restrictions prohibit setting, building, maintaining, attending, or using open fire of any kind and smoking, except within an enclosed vehicle or camp trailer unless prohibited by State or local laws. Controlled flame devices such as portable stoves and lanterns with shut-off valves are allowed with a valid California Campfire Permit.