Press Releases
BLM Oil and Gas Sale Nets Nearly $3.7 Million
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) generated nearly $3.7 million for leasing rights on parcels offered at the BLM's quarterly federal oil and gas lease auction held Nov. 6, in Cheyenne.
BLM Announces Availability of New Statewide Recreation Booklet and Map
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) in Idaho invites the public to get outdoors to enjoy the changing colors and crisp air of autumn!
BLM Acting Director Mike Pool Presents Third Annual Director's Awards to Employees for Extraordinary Public Service
Bureau of Land Management Acting Director Mike Pool yesterday presented the third annual BLM Director's Awards to staff across the country for remarkable service in multiple sectors.
Three Companies Honored for Conservation Efforts in Northwest New Mexico
Santa Fe, NM–The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) honored three companies with “Restore New Mexico” awards for their collaborative efforts to enhance and restore public lands in the San Juan Basin i
BLM October Oil and Gas Lease Sale Generates over $16 million
BLM Montana's oil and gas lease sale on October 24, 2012, generated more than $16 million.
BLM Colorado Uses "Critter Cam" for Wildlife Monitoring (10-22-12)
The Bureau of Land Management, Colorado is sharing some unique photos of wildlife with the public.
BLM Oil and Gas Lease Sale Nets over $24 Million from Parcels in New Mexico, Texas and Oklahoma
A quarterly oil and gas lease sale administered by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) netted over $24 million in revenues today from the sale of 37 federal leases in New Mexico, Texas and Oklahoma
Partners in Conservation Awards Announced
On October 18, 2012, Secretary Ken Salazar will present the 2012 Partners in Conservation Awards in Washington, D.C. From Oregon, two projects were nominated for this prestigious honor.
BLM to Hold Federal Oil and Gas Lease Sale on October 17, 2012
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is offering oil and gas leasing mineral rights on 37 parcels totaling 16,927 acres located on federal lands in New Mexico, Texas, and Oklahoma.
Meadowood Special Recreation Management Area Shines on NPLD 2012
On September 29, BLM-Eastern States Meadowood Special Recreation Area (SRMA) staff and volunteers celebrated National Public Lands Day 2012 by painting fences, surveying boundary lines with cadastr
BLM Invites Public to Second Workshop on Dry Lake Solar Energy Zone Solar Regional Mitigation Planning
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) will host a second public workshop for the Dry Lake Solar Energy Zone (SEZ) Solar Regional Mitigation Plan (SRMP) on October 24 and 25, from 8 a.m.
Fire Restrictions Extended Throughout Oregon & Washington
In response to the hot, dry weather, both Oregon and Washington have extended their bans on recreational fires in some areas.
BLM Recreation Sites to Waive Fees this Saturday
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) will waive entrance fees for visitors to BLM recreation sites this Saturday, September 24th, in honor of National Public Lands Day.
Extreme Fire Danger Persists
Due to extreme fire danger, hunters and other outdoor recreationists are reminded to take extra caution.
Some general tips to avoid starting new fires:
BLM Montana Marks National Public Lands Day 2012
The Bureau of Land Management is waiving day-use fees and sponsoring several volunteer work projects on September 29 as part of National Public Lands Day.
December Oil and Gas Lease Sale Scheduled at Bureau of Land Management-Eastern States Office
The Bureau of Land Management-Eastern States (BLM-ES) office will hold a quarterly, competitive oil and gas lease sale on December 13, 2012, at the BLM-ES office located at 7450 Boston Boulevard, S
BLM Montana-Dakotas and Rocky Mountain College Celebrate 2012 National Fossil Day
In honor of the third annual National Fossil Day, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and Rocky Mountain College will present a series of presentations on dinosaurs and other prehistoric species in
Proposed Pacific Connector Gas Pipeline: Land Management Plan Amendments and Right-of-Way Grant
Today, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and the U.S.
Celebrate National Public Lands Day at Meadowood Special Recreation Management Area
On Saturday, September 29, volunteers around the nation will visit their favorite parks, beaches, wildlife preserves, or forests and chip in to help improve these treasured places.
Tweet Chat and Live Blogging at BLM California Youth Summit
The Bureau of Land Management will be hosting a tweet chat and live blogging on its Tumblr blog during a youth summit in Riverside, CA tomorrow.
Oregon and California Lands Act Celebrates 75th Anniversary
PORTLAND, OR — This year marks the 75th anniversary of the O&C Act of 1937.
BLM Selects State Director for Oregon/Washington
PORTLAND, OR — Bureau of Land Management Acting Director Mike Pool announced today the selection of Jerome E.
Comment Period Extended for Draft Secretarial Order Revising Rules for Co-Development of Oil and Gas and Potash Resources in Southeast New Mexico
The Department of the Interior has granted a 15-day extension of the public comment period for the draft Secretarial Order to promote orderly and safe development of oil and gas and potash resource
Comment Period and Public Meeting Update for SunZia Southwest Transmission Project
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has received requests for an extension to the comment period and additional public meetings for the SunZia Southwest Transmission Project Draft Environmental Imp