Our Stories

Each day, the Bureau of Land Management employees, volunteers and partners conserve public lands, build our nation’s energy infrastructure and support local economies, advance scientific discovery and much more.  Read our blog stories about the BLM in your community and learn how to get involved.

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Eastern States
Ballard Homestead Cabin, undated. Courtesy, Russell and Huse families.

Alice Ballard

In honor of Women's History Month, we highlight notable homesteader, Alice Ballard. Born in Los Angeles, Ballard one of the first few women of color to gain ownership of la
National Office, Montana-Dakotas
At the base of a cliff, two people look at a tree.

Stewardship drives the BLM’s approach to managing vast areas of public land

By Derrick Henry, Public Affairs Specialist
Utah

Great American Outdoors Act: Enhancing Utah Public Lands

The Great American Outdoors Act (GAOA) is a historic investment in the protection and sustainment of public lands and Bureau of Indian Education-funded schools.
National Office
A group of people in uniform posing for a photo

Women surveyors make their mark on an ancient profession

During March, we’ll be commemorating Women’s History Month 2023 by telling the stories of some of the women who have helped shape the Bureau of Land Management's mission, vision and values for
California, California Desert DO
Flat-tailed horned lizard

Searching the sand for the flat-tailed horned lizard

Arizona, Nevada
A long row of solar panels in an open area, with a mountain range in the background.

Public lands are responsive to the increased demand for renewable energy

By Derrick Henry, Public Affairs Specialist
Utah

Women’s History Month: Celebrating Our Stories

Each of us has a life story that can inspire others, create meaningful connections, improve the world around us and build a new foundation for those who may dream of following our current paths.
Javonne Goodman
Eastern States
Ouachita River, Arkansas

Lake Ouachita

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Alaska, Oregon-Washington
A cabin beneath a sky glowing with the Northern Lights.

Outdoor adventure seekers on public lands generate economic benefits

By Derrick Henry, Public Affairs Specialist
Alaska, Fairbanks DO
A person stands on a green vegetative river bank while another wades in the water to measure the depth of the water.

AIMing to understand dynamics of Arctic grayling in the Beaver Creek Wild and Scenic River

The Bureau of Land Management in Alaska manages approximately 111 river miles of the Beaver Creek Wild and Scenic River.
Matthew Varner
Eastern States
Estes Park

Estes Park, Colorado

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