Announcements

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Montana-Dakotas, Eastern Montana/Dakotas DO
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BLM announces July 2024 oil and gas lease sale in Montana and North Dakota

The Bureau of Land Management Montana-Dakotas State Office today announced an oil and gas lease sale scheduled for July 16, 2024, to offer 27 oil and gas parcels totaling 5,574 acres in Montana and North Dakota. 
Wyoming, High Plains DO
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Trails Center to host rug braiding workshop June 15

The National Historic Trails Interpretive Center is offering an intermediate wool rug braiding workshop from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, June 15.
Wyoming, Newcastle FO
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BLM lifts fire restrictions for Crook, Niobrara and Weston Counties

The Bureau of Land Management has lifted fire restrictions for BLM-administered public lands in Crook, Niobrara, and Weston counties. The BLM joins county partners in rescinding restrictions following recent and expected precipitation that has reduced fire danger in northeastern Wyoming.
Oregon-Washington, Vale DO
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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.