Three hikers walking past the sandstone wall riddled with holes in Vermilion Cliffs National Monument.

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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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Idaho
The Clearwater River Cleanup crew poses for a final group picture.

National Public Lands Day: Clearwater River Clean-up

The Cottonwood Field Office hosts annual Clearwater River Clean-up with assistance from the Idaho Youth ChalleNGe Academy. Cadets, volunteers, and BLM staff cleaned up a five-mile stretch of the Clearwater River.
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Alaska
Caucasian man smiles in front of cut stacked logs

BLM Alaska staff clear hazard trees on the Campbell Tract to increase public safety

This summer, BLM Alaska held two firewood events during which participants collected approximately 350 cords of firewood and issued more than 196 free firewood permits, removing dead trees and increasing public safety.
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National Office, Arizona
A brown bat with its wings raised and eyes opened.

Tackling White Nose Syndrome in New Mexico

BLM uses the latest scientific research and findings to ensure we manage lands and resources in our care for generations to come. We have a long history of systematically integrating multidisciplinary science into our land use planning. Scientific research guides management of caves in New Mexico to protect bat populations and prevent the spread of white-nose syndrome
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New Mexico
Firewood cutting in the Taos Field Office, New Mexico.

Wood Cutting Permits available from New Mexico

The Bureau of Land Management New Mexico sells fuelwood permits for personal use to the public.
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Arizona, Yuma FO
Luis Lopez in front of BLM fire vehicle

Celebrating Luis Lopez, engine captain, for National First Responders Day

Luis Lopez, an engine captain at the BLM Yuma Field Office in Arizona with over 22 years in public service, exemplifies the commitment and dedication that define a true first responder.
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National Office, Alaska
Panoramic view of Fortymile Wild and Scenic River segment in Alaska

Six Things to Know About the Expanded Mineral & Land Records System

Mineral & Land Records System (MLRS) Release 4.0 is now live, incorporating remaining Alaska cases into MLRS and completing a single, nationally integrated mineral and land records system for the BLM.
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Arizona
Ranger Puckett patrols the border on a four-wheeler

Honoring Brian Puckett, law enforcement ranger, for National First Responders Day

Celebrating National First Responders Day with a closeup on Brian Puckett, law enforcement ranger at the Yuma Field Office.
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Eastern States, Southeastern States DO
A teenaged boy stands in between four large posts in a hammock area he created with wooded area seen behind him.

Eagle Scout service project enhances BLM's Fowl River Access Site

Prospective Eagle Scout Zac Cupp has made a tangible impact on the still nascent Fowl River Access Site by completing his Eagle Scout service project on these public lands.
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Central Yukon FO
Team of researchers floating on the South Fork River

Stewarding lands along the South Fork Koyukuk River - Central Yukon Field Office’s Multidisciplinary Team Float Trip

This summer, specialists from the Central Yukon Field Office geared up in mid-July for a six-day float trip conducting inventory on lands along the South Fork Koyukuk River in the remote backcountry of Interior Alaska.
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Colorado, Little Snake FO

Sand Wash Basin HMA 2024

2024 update for Sand Wash Basin HMA
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Arizona, Yuma FO
Kaitlin in the foreground with campsite behind her from boat.

Special Emphasis Program Manager Kaitlin Schnabel celebrates National Disability Employment Awareness Month by contributing to a better workplace for all employees

In recognition of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, the Bureau of Land Management highlights the contributions of Kaitlin Schnabel's journey into public service and the personal contributions she has made.
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