Announcements

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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
A Canyon in the southwest with brush and vegetation at the bottom of the valley.

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
A sign in the desert indicating high fire danger

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.
Oregon-Washington, Medford DO
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High Fire Danger on Bureau of Land Management Public Lands in Medford District

As the weather continues to warm and fire danger increases, Bureau of Land Management Medford District officials are implementing public use restrictions on BLM-managed lands in southern Oregon.
Arizona, Arizona Strip DO
A light green wildland fire truck, or water tender, sits in the foreground under think grey clouds in a desert landscape that has been scorched black by a wildland fire.

BLM Arizona Strip District crews suppressing Gunsight Fire

Arizona Strip District fire crews are making good progress on suppression efforts for the Gunsight Fire.
Oregon-Washington, Roseburg DO
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Fire Prevention Order Now in Effect on Public Lands

The Bureau of Land Management has implemented restrictions and prohibitions on specific activities and equipment to mitigate the risk of human-caused fires on lands administered by the BLM, Roseburg District.
Wyoming
Oil and Gas Lease Sale

BLM holds June 2024 sale for Wyoming oil and gas leases

BLM announces sale results on the second quarter lease sale.
Colorado, Grand Junction FO
New manager for the BLM Grand Junction Field Office Stacey Colon holds camera. Colon enjoys photography as a hobby.

BLM welcomes new Grand Junction Field Office manager

BLM Announcement: BLM welcomes new Grand Junction Field Office manager
California, Northern California DO
A yellow sunset over a dense coastal forest

BLM announces seasonal fire restrictions for lands managed by Arcata Field Office

ARCATA, Calif. – The Bureau of Land Management is issuing fire restrictions for public lands managed by the Arcata Field Office in Del Norte, Humboldt, Trinity, and Mendocino counties beginning Wednesday, July 3. These seasonal fire restrictions listed in the fire order will be in place to help prevent wildfire and will remain in effect until further notice. These restrictions are in addition to the BLM year-round statewide fire prevention order also in effect until further notice.
New Mexico, Oklahoma FO
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BLM announces changes to hunting program on the Cross Bar Special Recreation Management Area in Potter County, Texas

The BLM Oklahoma Field Office is announcing changes to the hunting program for the Cross Bar Special Recreation Management Area in Potter County, Texas.