Bruneau River in Bruneau-Jarbidge Wilderness - Photo: Bob Wick, BLM

BLM Idaho

The BLM manages nearly 12 million acres of public lands in Idaho, nearly one-fourth of the state's total land area, for multiple uses.

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This is a curated collection of featured news items and stories, designed to provide an in-depth look into the daily work at the BLM.

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BLM Idaho State Director Signs Annual Prevention Order
Announcement
Idaho mustang trainer Emily Hickey performs with her horse "Ford Mustang"
Branded Bonanza (formerly Mustang Mania) this weekend at Ford Idaho Horse Park
Announcement
Excelsior homeschool group of Nampa, Idaho, and the Idaho Bureau of Land Management cadastral staff participated in a cadastral classroom investigation field exercise, demonstrating how science in the field can be fun.
Unleashing the Science - Cadastral Classroom Investigation Field Exercise
Blog Entry
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2024 Spruce Up Prescribed Burn
Announcement
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July 11: Idaho Resource Advisory Council in-person meeting
Announcement
BLMs popular Blackwell Island will open May 26
BLM’s Coeur d’Alene Field Office seeks public input on proposed changes to recreation fees
Announcement

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Croy Creek Recreation Area and Trail Network
Hikers on North Crater Flow Trail at sunset
Craters of the Moon National Monument
Mountain biker riding on the Discovery Hill Trail.
Discovery Hill Trail System
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Morley Nelson Snake River Birds of Prey National Conservation Area

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Maps

Frequently requested BLM Idaho maps
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Brochures and Publications

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Recreation

Learn more about popular recreational opportunities in Idaho
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Mining and Minerals

Learn more about mining and mineral requirements in Idaho
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Fire and Aviation

View current BLM Idaho fire information
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Grazing

Learn more about the ever-changing landscape of ranching, multiple-use management, and stewardship on BLM Idaho's rangelands
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