Announcements

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Alaska, Glennallen FO
A person recreating near Castner Glacier

BLM finalizes new Castner Glacier Recreation Area Management Plan

Today the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) signed a decision that finalized the new Castner Glacier Recreation Area Management Plan (RAMP).
Alaska, Anchorage FO
People with bikes cutting red ribbon.

BLM opens new Fox Run Trail in Anchorage’s Campbell Tract Special Recreation Management Area

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) opened a new multi-use trail this month on the Campbell Tract Special Recreation Management Area in Anchorage, Alaska.
Alaska
Looking behind a snowmobile over the sled with gear at another rider on a snowmobile silhouetted as the sun sets.

BLM announces start of winter motor vehicle limitations for the White Mountains National Recreation Area and Steese National Conservation Area

Due to snow conditions, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) will begin winter season motor vehicle limitations earlier than previously announced. These limitations will be in effect October 25-April 30.
Alaska, Eastern Interior FO
Three caribou on a snowy snow with four more caribou visible on the hillside in the background.

BLM opens Fortymile Caribou Federal Subsistence Hunt on October 27

The BLM will open the Fortymile caribou federal subsistence hunt on federal public lands in Units 20E, 25C and a portion of 20F on October 27, 2024​. The caribou hunt is limited to federally qualified rural residents.
Alaska
Caribou hunter riding on four-wheeler on lightly snow covered Quartz Creek Trail in the White Mountains National Recreation Area

BLM extends summer motor vehicle limitations for the White Mountains National Recreation Area and Steese National Conservation Area

Due to the lack of adequate snow cover in the White Mountains National Recreation Area and Steese National Conservation Area, the summer motor vehicle limitations will remain in effect until Nov. 1.
Alaska, Glennallen FO
Image of a skier coming down a snowy steep mountain slope.

BLM Thompson Pass and Valdez heliski special recreation permit window now open

Interested applicants in the area must submit their complete SRP application package by December 31, 2024, to be considered for the next 10-year permit period of 2026 through 2035.
Alaska
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BLM Seeks Applicants for Alaska Resource Advisory Council

Today, the Bureau of Land Management announced a 30-day call for public applicants to the Alaska Resource Advisory Council (RAC).
Alaska, Anchorage DO
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BLM celebrates National Public Lands Day on Campbell Tract

The BLM invites the public to celebrate National Public Lands Day 2024, “Together for Tomorrow” during the all-volunteer event on Sept. 28 from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the BLM Campbell Tract.
Alaska
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BLM welcomes new and reappointed members to Alaska Resource Advisory Council

The BLM is pleased to announce the addition of four new and two reappointed members to the Alaska Resource Advisory Council (RAC).
Alaska
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BLM welcomes new and reappointed members to Alaska Resource Advisory Council

The newly appointed members represent perspectives including reindeer grazing, Alaska Natives and Tribes, state natural resource agencies, energy and mineral development, and dispersed recreation.
Alaska
A diverse group of people gather for an outdoor photo in front of spruce trees. They are dressed for volunteer trail work.

Sept. 28: Campbell Tract National Public Lands Day 2024

Spend the morning completing volunteer projects to improve your public lands at the BLM Alaska Campbell Tract in Anchorage. No experience necessary!