Announcements

Find out what's happening in your local community. Use the map or the search and filter below to read BLM Announcements by region.
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Nevada, Carson City DO
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The Bureau of Land Management reminds public of important safety information while recreating at Sand Mountain Recreation Area

Sand Mountain Recreation Area has seen an increase in recreationists during holiday weekends, especially during the upcoming Halloween weekend.. Capacity is expected to be reached by Thurs., Oct. 24.
New Mexico, Las Cruces DO
Aerial view of power blocks at the Dale Burgett Geothermal Plant.

BLM to hold geothermal lease sale on December 5 in New Mexico

The Bureau of Land Management New Mexico State Office will hold a virtual competitive geothermal lease sale on Dec. 5, 2024, offering seven parcels totaling 4,467.77 acres in Doña Ana County.
Wyoming, Rawlins FO
Film Series title photo with Ranchers working with the WY BLM

BLM Rawlins Field Office featured in “Grazing Management for the Future” film series

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Wyoming Rawlins Field Office is featured in the newly released "Grazing Management for the Future" six-part film series, presented by the Intermountain West Joint Venture and BLM.
Utah, Moab FO
Monitoring well, a small protrusion on the ground in a desert landscape

BLM seeks input on monitoring well plan modification in southeast Utah

The BLM is seeking public comments on a draft environmental assessment of the Rio Algom Monitoring Well Plan Modification project.
Utah, Canyon Country DO
A group of people stand near a creek in green grass under blue sky and clouds

UPDATED: BLM seeks nominations for multiple advisory councils in Utah

Nominations to all Utah Resource Advisory Councils and Monument Advisory Committees have been extended through November 20, 2024.
Idaho
People recreating in two rafts (one blue and one red) at Fall Creek on the South Fork of the Snake River in Idaho

BLM and River Management Society make it easy to plan your next Idaho river trip

BLM and RMS are collaborating to make it easier to plan your next Idaho river trip by visiting the online National Rivers Project. This site features Idaho river trips and added 19 segments managed by BLM Idaho.
Utah, Green River DO
Photo 1: This photo shows a picture of the camping area in the foreground and the mountain bike free-ride area on the gray shale area in the background.

BLM Announces Temporary Closure for Green River Classic Event

The BLM Price Field Office announces a 150-acre temporary closure near Green River, Utah, from Oct. 25-27, 2024, for the Green River Classic mountain biking event to ensure safety and avoid conflicts.
Utah
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BLM announces winter, holiday hours for Visitor Centers, Paria Contact Station

BLM announces winter, holiday hours for Visitor Centers, Paria Contact Station
Oregon-Washington, Medford DO
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Campfire Restrictions Decrease to Stage 1 on Wild Portion of Lower Rogue River

Due to a recent precipitation and an extended forecast that indicates cooler and moister conditions, officials have elected to further decrease campfire restrictions on the Rogue National Wild and Scenic River.
Utah, Color Country DO
Photo 1: Geothermal pipelines running across BLM managed lands in Beaver County, UT. Photo by: JD Mallory

BLM to hold geothermal lease sale on Dec. 10 in southwestern Utah

The BLM will hold a competitive geothermal lease sale on Dec. 10, 2024, offering 6,061 acres in Fishlake National Forest, supporting the Biden-Harris goal of a carbon pollution-free power sector by 2035
California, Central California DO
Piles of brush burning in a field of snow.

BLM to conduct prescribed fire at Bodie Hills for wildfire prevention

The Bureau of Land Management Bishop Field Office plans to conduct prescribed fire operations as soon as Nov. 1 in areas of the Bodie Hills, northeast of Lee Vining, in Mono County. Prescribed burning helps to reduce hazardous fuels, moderate the potential negative effects of wildland fire, and increase firefighter and public safety.