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Arizona, Phoenix DO

BLM approves Phoenix-area recreational shooting sports project

PHOENIX – The Bureau of Land Management’s (BLM) Phoenix District has published a Final Environmental Assessment (EA) and Decision Record approving the Recreational Shooting Sp

California, California Desert DO

BLM approves US Gypsum Mine Expansion and Modernization Project

Aerial image of an industrial complex in the Desert. Photo courtesy of U.S. Gypsum Company.

New Mexico, Albuquerque DO

BLM plans prescribed burn in Socorro County

SOCORRO, N.M. – Between Feb.

California, Northern California DO

Public is invited to a discussion about invasive plants and how to help address the problem

Non-native pampas grass invades a hillside in the King Range. Photo by the BLM.

California, Central California DO

BLM Ukiah Field Office to host public meeting for off-highway vehicle grant application

Dirtbike speeds around a turn at South Cow Mountain OHV Recreation Area.

Nevada, Elko DO

Elko community second snowshoe hike announced

ELKO, Nev. – The second evening community snowshoe hike of the winter will be held at South Fork State Park, the Meadows area at 5:00 p.m., February 8.

Colorado, Southwest DO, Tres Rios FO

BLM seeks public input on Spring Creek Basin Herd Management Area Plan in San Miguel County

DOLORES, Colo. – The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Tres Rios Field Office is seeking public input on a proposed management plan for the approximately 22,000-acre Spring Cree

National Office

BLM seeks nominations for 2020 Reclamation and Sustainable Mineral Development Awards

As part of its ongoing efforts to foster sustainable development of natural resources, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is seeking nominations for the 2020 Reclamation and Sustainable Mineral De

Nevada, Elko DO

California Trail Interpretive Center announces programs during Cowboy Poetry week

ELKO, Nev. – Learn how to make smoke art with Lynne Kistler and take a guided tour of the murals at the California Trail Interpretive Center.

Utah, Green River DO

BLM Seeks nominations to the San Rafael Swell Recreation Area Advisory Council

PRICE, Utah –The Bureau of Land Management is seeking nominations for seven positions on the newly established San Rafael Swell Recreation Area Advisory Council, in accordance with the John D.

Montana-Dakotas

BLM seeks nominations to Resource Advisory Council

(BILLINGS, Mont.) – Have you wanted to become more involved with your public lands?

California, Northern California DO

BLM Arcata Field Office hosting public meeting set to seek comments on OHV grant needs

A UTV whips up sand on the beach.

California, Central California DO

Open house for USFS and BLM off-highway vehicle grants scheduled for Feb. 6

Two ATV riders ride through a valley.

Alaska

BLM Alaska seeks comments on proposal to offer guided hiking near Ketchikan

GLENNALLEN, Alaska – The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is seeking public comments on a request for a Special Recreation Permit from Mindfulness Rainforest Adventures to conduct g

Wyoming, High Plains DO

Play and Learn at Winter Adventure Day

CASPER, Wyo. – Enjoy the benefits of outdoor play and learning in the snow with your family at “Winter Adventure Day” on Saturday, March 7 from 9:30 a.m.

New Mexico, Farmington DO

BLM Taos Field Office plans prescribed burns near Tres Piedras and Cerro

TAOS, N.M. – Beginning Feb.

Idaho, Twin Falls DO, Burley FO

BLM seeks public input for recreation site improvement in south central Idaho

BURLEY, Idaho – The Bureau of Land Management Burley Field Office is proposing an enhancement at the Milner Historic Recreation Area and will seek funding through the Idaho Department of Parks

California, Northern California DO

BLM Redding Field Office plans pile burning near Douglas City

A firefighter oversees a burning pile of brush.

California, Central California DO

BLM seeks nominations to Central California Resource Advisory Council

Bright yellow flowers against a plain bordered by mountains.

National Office

Bureau of Land Management Seeks Help Increasing Access to Public Lands

As part of its efforts to implement the John D. Dingell, Jr.

California

BLM California welcomes new State Director Karen Mouritsen

Photo of Karen Mouritsen.

Colorado

BLM Colorado to offer parcels in March oil and gas lease sale

LAKEWOOD, Colo. – The Bureau of Land Management today announced it will offer 26 parcels totaling approximately 30,548 acres in the March 26, 2020, quarterly oil and gas lease

New Mexico

BLM New Mexico accepting comments for May oil and gas lease sale

SANTA FE, N.M. - The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) New Mexico is announcing a two-week public comment period on the environmental analysis for its May 21, 2020 oil and gas lease sale.

Utah

BLM Utah Resource Advisory Council to meet in St. George, Utah

SALT LAKE CITY — The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) will hold a meeting of the Utah Resource Advisory Council (RAC) on March 9-10, 2020, at the Best Western Plus Abbey Inn, 1129 S.

Nevada

BLM seeks public input on the proposed Lithium Nevada Corporation Thacker Pass Project

WINNEMUCCA, Nev. – The Bureau of Land Management is seeking comments on the Environmental Impact Statement and Resource Management Plan Amendment, analyzing the po