Announcements

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Arizona
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May 30, June 5: BLM Arizona to host virtual public information sessions about draft Recreation Business Plans

BLM Arizona will host two virtual public information sessions about draft Recreation Business Plans at 6:00 p.m. on May 30 and June 5.
New Mexico
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La BLM anuncia subasta de arrendamiento de petróleo y gas en Texas

La dependencia estatal de la Oficina de Administración de Tierras (BLM, sigla en inglés) en Nuevo México anunció hoy una subasta de arrendamiento de petróleo y gas programada para el 15 de Augusto 2024, con el fin de ofrecer cuatro parcelas de petróleo y gas con un área total de 6971.72acres en Texas.
New Mexico
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BLM announces August 2024 oil and gas lease sale in Texas

The Bureau of Land Management New Mexico State Office today announced an oil and gas lease sale scheduled for August 15, 2024, to offer four oil and gas parcels totaling 6971.72  acres in Texas.
Nevada, Southern Nevada DO
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BLM concluded the Red Rock HMA Wild Horse and Burro bait and water gather operation

The Bureau of Land Management concluded the FY2024 Red Rock Herd Management Area Wild Horse and Burro bait and water gather near Las Vegas, Nev., on May 11, 2024.
Montana-Dakotas
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BLM to chipseal Johnsrud-McNamara Road along Blackfoot River this month

MISSOULA, Mont. — The popular Johnsrud-McNamara Road, which follows the sinuous curves of the Blackfoot River 18 miles east of Missoula, will get a fresh layer of chipseal this month before the start of the busy summer season on the river.
Wyoming
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BLM announces June 2024 oil and gas lease sale in Wyoming

2024 quarter two oil and gas lease sale, Wyoming.
Utah
View of Lower Calf Creek Falls, Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument.

BLM to begin closure at Calf Creek Recreation Site for GSENM improvements

BLM to begin closure at Calf Creek Recreation Site for GSENM improvements. Short-term closures expected in July, August.
Montana-Dakotas, Western Montana DO
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Garnet Ghost Town entrance fee raised for first time in nearly two decades

Visitors who explore Montana history at Garnet Ghost Town east of Missoula will pay a higher entrance fee starting this summer, marking the first time the Bureau of Land Management has raised the price in nearly 20 years.
Montana-Dakotas
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BLM seeks public comment for October 2024 North Dakota oil and gas lease sale

The Bureau of Land Management Montana-Dakotas State Office today opened a 30-day public comment period to receive public input on 20 oil and gas parcels totaling 3,173 acres that may be included in an upcoming lease sale in North Dakota.
Idaho, Shoshone FO
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BLM fuelwood permits for south central Idaho now available online

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Shoshone Field Office is selling this year’s personal use fuelwood cutting permits both online and in-person.
Pinedale FO
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BLM to conduct prescribed fires in Sublette and Lincoln Counties

BLM fire crews will conduct prescribed fire operations west of La Barge, Wyoming between mid-May and July as part of a multi-year project. Fire operations will begin only when conditions are favorable for a safe and effective burn on public lands managed by the Pinedale Field Office.