Our Stories

In the BLM New Mexico Rio Puerco Field Office, the Rio Puerco Wildland Fire Module, one of only three in the whole nation, has 11 fire management specialists who are experts in both fire suppression and prescribed fire.

The Bayhorse Fuels Reduction Project not only serves to preserve a vital part of Idaho’s cultural legacy, but also protect the local community and sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of public lands.

BLM natural resource specialists in northeast California are rising to the challenge of combating the spread of invasive plants across the high-desert rangelands. Through dedicated “boots on the ground” field work, strengthened partnerships, and innovative strategies, these specialists are making significant strides in preserving ecosystems on our public lands.

Massive floods along Moab’s many creeks caused havoc last summer; densely foliated floodplains captured and held debris, preventing water from escaping to the Colorado River. Enter a fire fuels and flood mitigation team!

Volunteer projects during popular Easter Jeep Safari result in delineated routes, protection of natural resources and improvement trails through the installation of 1200 feet of buck-and-rail fencing — eliminating confusion at obstacles or parking, staging and air-down areas.

BLM is paving the way for high school students to pursue careers in wildfire with a new education program. The combined classroom curriculum and field training make them eligible for BLM fire crew jobs upon graduation.

April 21-28 is International Dark Sky Week! It’s a perfect time to highlight that BLM-managed public lands include countless great spots where people can enjoy amazing views of the night sky.

In the Colorado River District, the administrative support staff plays a vital role in ensuring that public lands remain efficiently managed and accessible for both employees and visitors.

Volunteer Milt Hokanson's intimate knowledge about the area makes him the go-to guy for those who want to learn about any road, trail, ranch, early explorer or resident of the Arizona Strip

The Artist-in-Residence Program at Canyons of the Ancients National Monument, in partnership with the Southwest Colorado Canyons Alliance, connects people with the highest density of ancient cultural sites in the U.S.

This partner story from Intermountain West Joint Venture describes the needs, opportunities, and collaborations that comprise proactive fuels management on the Arizona Strip.