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Close up of greater sage grouse. Photo by Bob Wick, BLM.
Interior Department proposes strengthened protections for greater sage-grouse habitat
The Department of the Interior announced today that the Bureau of Land Management has published proposed updates to strengthen conservation and management of greater sage-grouse habitat on public lands.
A firefighter holds a drip torch during ignitions of a prescribed burn. Smoke and fire appear on the rangeland in the background.
BLM to conduct prescribed burns to reduce wildfire risk
BLM to conduct prescribed burns to reduce wildfire risk
wild horses being gathered from burned Idaho rangelands
Wild horses gathered from burned Idaho rangelands available for public viewing
The wild horses gathered from burned Idaho rangelands in the Sands Basin and Four Mile Herd Management Areas (HMA) will be available for public viewing at the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Boise Wild Horse Off-Range Corral on Pleasant Valley Road on Nov. 2, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
People recreating in two rafts (one blue and one red) at Fall Creek on the South Fork of the Snake River in Idaho
BLM and River Management Society make it easy to plan your next Idaho river trip
BLM and RMS are collaborating to make it easier to plan your next Idaho river trip by visiting the online National Rivers Project. This site features Idaho river trips and added 19 segments managed by BLM Idaho.
The sun sets over a rocky landscape and scattered desert brush.
BLM seeks nominations for Public Lands Rule Advisory Committee
The Bureau of Land Management is seeking nominations for a new Federal advisory committee that will help inform how the Bureau implements the Public Lands Rule.
Burley Field Manager John Elliott
BLM’s Burley Field Office welcomes new field manager
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Burley Field Office recently welcomed John Elliott as the new Field Manager.
Reffit outdoors
BLM’s Upper Snake Field Office welcomes new manager
Idaho Falls District welcomes John Reffit as the new field manager for the Upper Snake Field Office. His official starting date was Sep. 23.
Idaho Resource Advisory Council discusses recreation in Idaho
BLM invites public to Idaho Resource Advisory Council fall meeting and tour
The Idaho Resource Advisory Council (RAC) invites the public on an in-person tour of BLM managed restoration and fuels treatments projects on Oct. 9, and a hybrid in-person and virtual Idaho RAC meeting on Oct. 10, 2024.
BLMs popular Blackwell Island closes for the season Oct. 11
BLM’s Blackwell Island Recreation Site to seasonally close October 15
COEUR D’ALENE, Idaho – The annual seasonal closure for the Bureau of Land Management’s (BLM) Blackwell Island boat launch and recreation area is set to begin Oct. 15.
Recently constructed Hangman Trail in Wood River Valley
BLM Shoshone Field Office staff and partners complete Hang Loose and Hang Tight trails in Wood River Valley
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Shoshone Field Office staff in partnership with the International Mountain Bicycling Association, City of Hailey, Wood River Trails Coalition, and the Blaine County Recreation District (BCRD) just finished constructing the Hang Loose and Hang Tight trails located immediately adjacent to Hailey in the Hangman drainage.
map of burn area
BLM to conduct prescribed burns in John Evans Canyon west of Malad
BLM will conduct two prescribed burns in John Evans Canyon, 8 miles west of Malad in October and possibly into November.
Firefighters work the Cave Gulch prescribed fire near the Snake River.
BLM announces seasonal prescribed burning projects in north and north central Idaho
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Coeur d’Alene District Office intends to complete multiple fuels treatment and prescription burning projects during the fall/winter of 2024.
a shot up sign warning target shooters of hikers, mountain bikers, livestock and residences in area
BLM to implement emergency closure relocating recreational shooting from Indian Springs area; Nearby residences, livestock, equipment and people being hit by bullets
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Burley Field Office will implement an emergency closure to recreational shooting in the Indian Springs area south of Kimberly, on Friday, Sept. 20, to protect life and property.
Wild horses running on the open range
BLM concludes emergency wild horse gather in southwestern Idaho
Sands Basin and Four Mile Herd Management Areas burned by Jump and Paddock fires
Two rows of solar panels stretch across the ground with vegetation growing between them.
Bureau of Land Management releases proposed Western Solar Plan
The BLM today announced its proposed roadmap for solar energy development on public lands, designed to expand efficient and environmentally responsible solar project permitting on public lands across the West.
Recreational vehicle site at Mckay's Bend Campground. Grass, picnic bench in foreground. RV and bathrooms in background.
BLM reopens Mckay’s Bend Campground and Boat Launch after wildfire
BLM reopens Mckay’s Bend Campground and Boat Launch after wildfire
Herd Management Area burned from the Paddock Fire.
Wild horses to be gathered from burned Idaho rangelands
Sands Basin and Four Mile Herd Management Areas burned by Jump and Paddock fires
Photo of Jump Fire - Photo credit - Boise District BLM
BLM lifts emergency fire closure at Jump Creek Recreation site
BLM lifts emergency fire closure at Jump Creek Recreation site due to containment of the Jump Fire.
Photo of Jump Fire - Photo credit - Boise District BLM
BLM issues emergency closure at Jump Creek Recreation site due to wildfire danger
The temporary closure includes the BLM-managed Jump Creek Recreation Site
Mud Flat Oolite Site
BLM seeks input on protections for rare plants and fossils at Mud Flat Oolite Site
The Bureau of Land Management is seeking public comments on a proposed withdrawal that would protect 1,958 acres of public lands within the Mud Flat Oolite Site near the City of Grand View in Owyhee County, southwestern Idaho.
smoke visible from HWY 93 south of Salmon
BLM lifts emergency fire closure in Williams Lake area
The BLM Salmon Field Office is lifting the temporary closure of BLM-managed public lands in Lemhi County as of 11:59 PM, Thurs. Aug. 1, 2024. This closure is no longer necessary due to the lack of fire progression.
sandhill cranes at the refuge with Caribou Mountain behind
BLM proposes to transfer 160 acres to Grays Lake National Wildlife Refuge
The Bureau of Land Management is seeking public comments on a proposal to transfer approximately 159 acres of public lands in Bonneville County to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service in southeastern Idaho.
Smoke and flames from the Gwen Fire. Photo credit: Whitnee Haas, IDL.
BLM issues emergency closure at Mckay’s Bend Campground and Boat Launch due to wildfire
LEWISTON, Idaho—The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Cottonwood Field Office is temporarily closing some BLM-managed public lands in Nez Perce County, due to the risk of the nearby Gwen and River Fires. This closure is essential to ensure public and firefighter safety and to allow fire fighting crews to respond effectively. This closure will remain in effect until the risk of wildland fire subsides.
Thunder fire in Lemhi County, Idaho
BLM issues emergency fire closure in Williams Lake area due to Thunder Fire
Salmon Field Office is temporarily closing BLM-managed public lands in Lemhi County, due to the risk of the nearby Thunder Fire.
Wilson Lake recreation area managed by the Shoshone Field Office
Shoshone Field Office seeks comment on proposed fees at campgrounds and boat ramps
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) seeks input during a 30-day public comment period on a proposed business plan to collect fees and improve the visitor experience at three recreation sites managed by the Shoshone Field Office.