Announcements

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Oregon-Washington, Vale DO
front view of the entrance of the National Historic Oregon Trail Interpretive Center with old fashion covered wagons in the foreground

National Historic Oregon Trail Interpretive Center reopening May 24, BLM announces

Pioneers of all ages and backgrounds are invited to celebrate the May 24 reopening of the National Historic Oregon Trail Interpretive Center in Baker City, Ore.
California
A man rides a bike on a wooden bridge near a mountain.

Bizz Johnson Trail shuttle service begins June 1, National Trails Day

Summer bus shuttle service on the Bizz Johnson National Recreation Trail begins Saturday, June 1, in conjunction with National Trails Day, and will continue every Saturday through the summer and early fall.
Wyoming, High Plains DO
A man walking across a field of green grass next to a creek.

Trails Center announces summer 'Pioneer Trail Trek' schedule

The summer series kicks off on Saturday, May 25, exploring the historic trails just west of Independence Rock. This trek will follow the pioneer trails along the Sweetwater River near Martin’s Cove and end near the famous landmark, Split Rock.
Oregon-Washington, Lakeview DO
view of campground with fir trees, water, picnic table, and fire pit

BLM Klamath Falls Field Office Opens Gerber in Time for Memorial Day Weekend

The Bureau of Land Management’s Klamath Falls Field Office is announcing the opening of the Gerber Campground in time for the Memorial Day weekend.
Oregon-Washington, Lakeview DO
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BLM Lakeview District Hosting Star Party

The BLM Lakeview District is hosting a star party on Saturday, June 1 at the Sunstone Public Collection Area from 10 p.m. to midnight. Sunstone is part of the Oregon Outback International Dark Sky Sanctuary.
Colorado, Royal Gorge FO
Public lands near Cotopaxi, Colorado.

BLM issues Three Peaks management decision

To meet recently updated guidelines, more than 30 miles of travel routes designated.
California, Central California DO
Sun rises over a valley with sequoia trees in the foreground.

BLM Bakersfield Field Office issues seasonal fire restrictions

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. – The Bureau of Land Management is issuing seasonal fire restrictions for public lands managed by the Bakersfield Field Office effective Monday, May 20, due to dry conditions and high wildland fire danger. These seasonal restrictions are in addition to the year-round statewide fire prevention order. This seasonal fire order will remain in effect until further notice.
California, Central California DO
Sun rises over golden hills.

BLM Central Coast Field Office issues seasonal fire restrictions

MARINA, Calif. – The Bureau of Land Management is issuing seasonal fire restrictions for public lands managed by the Central Coast Field Office effective Monday, May 20, due to dry conditions and wildland fire danger. These seasonal restrictions are in addition to the year-round statewide fire prevention order, and the permanent fire restrictions in place at the Fort Ord National Monument and Cotoni-Coast Dairies. This seasonal fire order will remain in effect until further notice.
Colorado
Horses at an adoption

BLM Colorado offers wild horses and burros for adoption at the Weld County Fairgrounds.

The Bureau of Land Management will host a wild horse and burro adoption on May 24-25, offering 36 wild horses and six burros in Greeley
California, Northern California DO
Historic town of Falk

Craftsman Eric Hollenbeck is featured at Headwaters celebration event

Eric Hollenbeck, a nationally renowned woodworking craftsman and lifelong resident of the California North Coast, will be the featured presenter in a storytelling event set for Wednesday, July 17, from 10 a.m. to noon, at the Headwaters Education Center within the Headwaters Forest Reserve.
New Mexico, Las Cruces DO
Photo of Organ Mountains

BLM announces public meetings on planning effort for Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) invites the public to engage in the land use planning process by attending public meetings, in-person or virtual, to discuss the Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument DRAFT Environmental Impact Statement/Resource Management Plan.