Announcements

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New Mexico, Albuquerque DO
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BLM plans pile burns in Socorro, Sandoval and Catron counties

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) plans to burn piles of juniper, piñon and salt cedar slash in Socorro, Sandoval and Catron counties. Weather permitting, the burns will take place between now and Feb. 28, 2025. 
Utah, Monticello FO
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**Notice of Cancellation** Bears Ears National Monument Advisory Committee Meeting

The Monticello Field Office announces the cancellation of the Bears Ears National Monument Advisory Committee meeting, scheduled for Dec. 9.
Montana-Dakotas, North Central DO
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BLM announces North Central Montana District winter season prescribed fire plans

The Bureau of Land Management, North Central Montana District’s fuels program managers plan to burn up to seven woody slash pile units throughout the fall and winter months.
Wyoming, Worland FO
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BLM temporarily closes Worland offices during HVAC replacement

While the offices will be closed Dec. 3-16, you may continue to reach staff by phone. Please schedule in-person visits before or after this time period.
California, Central California DO
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BLM Artist-in-Residence presents live musical performance

BISHOP, Calif. – The Bureau of Land Management, in partnership with C5 Studios, announces a community engagement performance as part of its Artist-in-Residence program. On Saturday, Nov. 30, from 5-6:30 p.m., composer Daniel Walter will host a live performance at C5 Studios, 210 S Warren Street, Bishop, CA.
California, Central California DO
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The BLM Bishop Field Office offers online Christmas tree cutting permits

The Bureau of Land Management Bishop Field Office is offering personal use Christmas tree cutting permits online, from now until Dec. 24. The permits allow the public to harvest up to five Christmas trees on designated BLM-managed public lands near Benton and Bridgeport in Mono County.
New Mexico
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BLM oil and gas lease sale in Kansas received no bids

The Bureau of Land Management New Mexico State Office today conducted a competitive oil and gas lease sale offering 4 parcels covering 1,324 acres in Kansas. The BLM received no bids for this lease sale
Idaho, Coeur d Alene FO
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BLM Coeur d’Alene Field Office seeks public input on Rochat Divide-Pine Creek Special Recreation Management Area Map Correction

COEUR D’ALENE, Idaho – The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Coeur d’Alene Field Office management is seeking public comment on corrections to the Rochat Divide-Pine Creek Special Recreation Management Area (SMRA) map.
Idaho, Coeur d Alene FO
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BLM Coeur d’Alene Field Office seeks public input on the West Fork Pine Creek Route Structures

COEUR D’ALENE, Idaho – The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Coeur d’Alene Field Office seeks public input on the proposed West Fork Pine Creek Route Structures Project to determine potential environmental impacts.
Nevada, Elko DO
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Christmas tree permits will be available on the Elko District

The Elko District (EDO) will have Christmas tree cutting permits available for purchase starting Nov. 21 through Dec. 24.
Montana-Dakotas
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Dillon BLM Launches Online Permits for Firewood and Christmas Trees

Getting a permit to gather firewood or harvest a Christmas tree in the Dillon area just got easier, thanks to the Bureau of Land Management’s online permit system.