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
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Wells Field Office issues decision on the O’Neil Final Environmental Assessment for sage grouse habitat restoration

A Decision Record and Finding of No Significant Impact for the O’Neil Project Planning Area Final Environmental Assessment for the treatments on 208,000 acres to improve and protect Greater sage-grouse habitat.
Nevada, Carson City DO
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BLM plans prescribed burn in Douglas County

The BLM is planning a prescribed burn of piles of woody debris on 209 acres of BLM administered lands along upper Sunrise Pass Road, in the Pinenut Mountains east of Gardnerville Nevada.
Nevada
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Governor Lombardo renews Nevada's commitment to shared stewardship with a five-year extension of the multi-agency agreement

The State/Federal partnership works to restore critical landscapes while protecting Nevada’s communities, economy, and environment from the threat of wildfire.
Nevada, Carson City DO
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BLM Christmas Tree permits available online & in-person, starting November 18

The Bureau of Land Management, Carson City District, will begin selling Christmas tree permits on Mon., Nov. 18, online and in-person. The permit is valid from the date of purchase through Dec. 25.
Nevada, Southern Nevada DO
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Herbicide treatment to begin soon on public lands near Goodsprings, Mormon Mesa and Gold Butte

Beginning November 15, 2024, BLM will be implementing a hazardous fuels reduction project via the aerial dispersal of herbicide.
Nevada, Tonopah FO
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BLM to conduct prescribed burning at Railroad Valley Wildlife Management Area

The Nov. 18-20, burn window notice is intended to give the BMDO flexibility in scheduling the prescribed fire to take advantage of favorable weather conditions.  
Nevada, Southern Nevada DO
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Fire restrictions reduced in southern Nevada for 2024

Some fire restrictions will decrease in southern Nevada on federal, state, and county public lands on Saturday, November 9, 2024. Other restrictions remain in place.
Nevada, Black Rock FO
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Bureau of Land Management to begin the FY2025 Buffalo Hills Herd Management Area Wild Horse and Burro Gather

On or about November 15, 2024, the Black Rock Field Office plans to begin a wild horse and burro gather on and around the Buffalo Hills Herd Management Area located near Gerlach, Nev., using the helicopter-assisted method.
Nevada, Mount Lewis FO
With a blue sky and snow-capped mountain in the background, a Bureau of Land Management sign sits in front of the Battle Mountain District Office which includes the Mount Lewis Field Office.

Mount Lewis Field Office seeks review of the DNA for Fish Creek Herd Management Area

The 30-day comment period for the Fish Creek Herd Determination of NEPA Adequacy will conclude Dec. 7, 2024.
Nevada, Red Rock/Sloan FO
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BLM Announces Temporary Closure of Certain Public Lands at Sloan Canyon NCA During the Construction of the Permanent Contact Station

The Red Rock/Sloan Field Office announces the temporary closure of certain public lands under its administration during construction of the Sloan Canyon National Conservation Area Visitor Contact Station.
Nevada, Carson City DO
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BLM firewood permits available at multiple locations

Permits for firewood cutting in the Carson City District, are available online at https://forestproducts.blm.gov/ and in person at the locations identified below.