Press Releases
Enjoy your public lands safely this Fourth of July
STATEWIDE, Idaho – With warm and dry temperatures predicted for the upcoming holiday, firefighters are asking for your help to prevent human-caused wildfires from spreading in Idaho.
Fireworks in Idaho – Know Before You Light!
EASTERN IDAHO- The Fourth of July weekend is around the corner, and the desire to buy and light fireworks is growing.
Final season of archaeology field school underway at BLM’s Cooper’s Ferry site
Cottonwood, Idaho – The Oregon State University’s (OSU) archaeology field school is underway for the season at the BLM’s Cooper’s Ferry site on the Lower Salmon River Canyon. Th
BLM offers reward for stolen Wild Horse Herd Management Area sign
TWIN FALLS, Idaho – The Bureau of Land Management is offering a $500 reward for information leading to the prosecution of the individual(s) who illegally removed a large sign
Time to get outside in central Idaho!
CHALLIS, Idaho— All the BLM Challis Field Office campgrounds are officially open for the summer 2018 season. There are many beautiful areas to choose from including the very popular Joe T.
Cove Recreation Site upgrades potable water supply
The Bureau of Land Management announced today that water system improvements to the Cove Recreation Site campground are expected to begin July 9
Wildfire Awareness event planned for June 19 in Lewiston
Lewiston, Idaho – Wildfire season is upon us, and the Bureau of Land Management and North Idaho Fire Prevention Cooperative hope to spread the word on how you can help prevent fi
BLM Fire Preparedness Training Exercise
SHOSHONE, Idaho – The Twin Falls District Fire Management program is conducting wildland fire preparedness drills at Devil’s Corral, north of Twin Falls.
BLM Public Meetings in Idaho Support Review of Sage-Grouse Draft EIS
BOISE, Idaho -- As the next step in aligning federal habitat conservation efforts with state wildlife management plans, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) will hold three meetings in Idaho beginni
BLM to Release Wild Horses to Sands Basin Herd Management Area
BOISE, Idaho – The Bureau of Land Management Owyhee Field Office will release 26 wild horses to the Sands Basin Herd Management Area (HMA) southwest of Homedale on June 1
Celebrate America’s Mustang on a trail ride through the Black Mountain Wild Horse Herd Management Area
BOISE, Idaho -- The Idaho Mustang Club will host a trail ride on June 9 at 10 a.m., through the Black Mountain Wild Horse Herd Management Area (HMA), just outside of Murphy.
Birds of Prey NCA Partnership to Host First Annual Snake River Raptor Fest
BOISE, Idaho — The Birds of Prey NCA Partnership, along with a diverse array of partner groups, will be hosting the first annual Snake River Raptor Fest at Indian Creek Winery in Kuna on June
Want to Try out an Electronic Mountain Bike?
SHOSHONE, Idaho – Envisioning an electronic mountain bike (eMTB) in your future? The BLM Shoshone Field Office is offering an opportunity to try one out June 2, 2018 from 9 a.m.
Help Prevent Wildfires this 2018 Memorial Day Weekend
Statewide, Idaho - As school gets out and families start their road trips this holiday weekend, fire managers across Idaho are asking you to take precautions when you embark on that epic summer vac
BLM to Host 2018 Annual Tour of Bruneau Off-Range Wild Horse Corrals
BOISE, Idaho -- BLM Idaho will offer a public tour of the Bruneau Off-Range Wild Horse Corrals on Wednesday, June 6, 2018.
BLM seeks comments on grazing permit renewal in Rockville allotment near Marsing, ID
BOISE, Idaho – The Bureau of Land Management is seeking public comments on the renewal of two grazing permits in the Rockville grazing allotment.
Agencies promote wildfire awareness with local communities
A partnership of federal land managers, local fire departments, and Idaho Firewise has announced the Every Yard Counts (EYC) Campaign, an effort to raise awareness about wildfires in the wildland-u
2018 Annual Spring Cleanup Planned for Snake River Canyon’s North Rim
TWIN FALLS, Idaho – The Bureau of Land Management Twin Falls District staff will join the Southern Idaho Off-Road Association, Magic Valley ATV Club and Jerome County on Saturday, May 19,
BLM Idaho seeks 2018 seasonal camp host for Mica Bay Boater Park
COEUR D’ALENE, Idaho– The Bureau of Land Management’s Coeur d’Alene District needs a campground host for the popular Mica Bay Boater Park.
Be proactive and help prevent wildfires!
Statewide, Idaho –Another fire season is approaching and BLM Idaho is asking for your help to prevent human-caused fires.
BLM and the Audubon Society partner to host Migratory Bird Day event
COEUR D’ALENE, Idaho – In partnership with the local Coeur d’Alene Audubon Society, the Bureau of Land Management’s Coeur d’Alene Field Office will hold a Migratory Bird Day
BLM Listens to Idaho State Partners
BOISE, Idaho – The Bureau of Land Management marked a milestone today in the Administration’s effort to better align plans for managing greater sage-grouse habitat on federal lands by publishing a
Notice of temporary motorized closures on public lands in Blaine County
SHOSHONE, Idaho – The Bureau of Land Management Shoshone Field Office is issuing a temporary emergency motorized closure on public lands in Blaine County, effective May 1, 2018.
May is Wildfire Awareness Month
Statewide, Idaho – Ten western governors, including Idaho Governor C.L.